Canberra store openings expand retail employment options across suburbs

Spotlight opened its first ACT store on 1 July 2026 at 35 Crinigan Circle in Gungahlin, taking on 45 staff for the 2,587sqm premises.

The timing of several openings in early July coincides with steady demand for entry-level and skilled roles in Canberra’s retail corridors. Employers in Gungahlin and Civic are filling rosters at a point when seasonal hiring usually slows, creating a short window for applicants who hold certificates in customer service or food handling.

Named venues and their locations

Fricken opened its flagship store at Canberra Centre in Civic in early July 2026, while Hanoi Holic began trading from 33 Allara Street in the City and Sliceria started inside East Traders Hall at ANZAC Park East in Campbell. Further out, 101c Hotpot commenced operations at 6 Cape Street in Dickson with an all-you-can-eat offer priced at $49 per person for 100 minutes. Each site requires front-of-house, kitchen and stock-handling staff, concentrating new vacancies in four separate postcodes rather than a single precinct.

Workforce implications for the ACT

The 45 positions recorded at the Gungahlin Spotlight store provide the clearest local benchmark for scale. Similar floor areas and service models at the other venues suggest comparable hiring volumes, though exact headcounts remain unpublished. Hospitality operators in Dickson and Campbell typically advertise for part-time and casual shifts that suit students at the nearby University of Canberra and Australian National University, widening the pool of available labour without requiring relocation.

Applicants seeking these roles should review the individual business websites or contact ACT Government employment services for current listings. Updated vacancy details appear regularly as the new outlets move from fit-out to full trading.