Woolworths plans to close its supermarket in the remote town of Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory, due to the upcoming closure of the nearby Rio Tinto mine.
Woolworths, the supermarket giant, has announced its intention to cease operations in Nhulunbuy, a remote town in the Northern Territory of Australia, ahead of the closure of the Rio Tinto mine, which has been pivotal to the community's economy for decades. The supermarket, which has been in place for more than 50 years, was originally established to serve the bauxite mining operations. As the mine nears its shutdown planned for 2029, Woolworths is taking proactive steps to mitigate its exit by engaging with potential operators who might take over the supermarket's operations.
