Something worth watching is on the horizon in Kurralta Park, and it’s not just your weekly shop at Coles or a quick dash through Kmart that will be affected.
The neighbourhood shopping centre that’s been part of the local community for years has just landed in the hands of one of Adelaide’s most established property families, and the possibilities are already generating curiosity.
The Taplin Group has officially taken ownership of Kurralta Village, marking a move that feels more personal than corporate, even though the $75.2 million off-market sale, brokered by Knight Frank, is the biggest retail property deal Adelaide has seen since late 2024.
With deep roots in South Australia’s commercial and residential scene, the Taplin team is no stranger to shaping the city. However, this latest move signals a fresh phase not just for them but for the inner west.
As it stands, Kurralta Village already ticks a lot of boxes. Easy access, loads of parking, and all the everyday go-to’s that keep locals coming back. But there’s also talk of what’s next. And it’s not about starting from scratch. It’s about building on what’s already there, with purpose.
Ideas are already being floating around about adding residential spaces above the retail offering or introducing new layers that better reflect how people shop, live and connect today. Nothing is set in stone, but the potential is definitely there.
Taplin has a way of taking familiar places and giving them a thoughtful refresh. Look at what they did with The George in Glenelg, a boutique hotel that now blends hospitality, design and a sense of local identity in the Jetty Road precinct.
Their projects don’t just aim to build. They aim to belong.
And that’s the feeling they’re bringing to Kurralta Village. No overnight transformation. No flashy PR campaigns. Just a steady shift led by people who understand the area and genuinely want to do something meaningful with it.
There’s a kind of comfort in knowing a South Australian team is behind what’s next. Especially one that’s been around since the 1930s and still chooses to invest in the community that helped shape them. It suggests decisions will be made with long-term thinking, not quick wins.
With the deal now done, there’s a sense of anticipation about what’s to come. Whether it’s better retail, fresh places to eat, or homes above the heart of the action, it’s clear Kurralta Village is destined for something new and it might just elevate the feel of the entire suburb.
Kurralta Park Village
Where: 153 Anzac Hwy, Kurralta Park
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