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Westfield Warringah Mall’s Skyline Could Change With 39-storey Towers

Westfield Warringah Mall could become home to eight residential towers, including one rising to 39 storeys, bringing 1,500 new apartments to Brookvale.

Plans Now Before State Authorities

Scentre Group, the owner of Westfield shopping centres, has lodged a State Significant Development application with the NSW Department of Planning for the project. The proposal seeks approval to rezone the Warringah Mall site to allow residential high-rises and includes an Environmental Impact Statement supported by urban design studies.

Stage one outlines a 34-storey tower with a five-level podium that would host shops, cafés and community spaces where Bunnings and a medical centre now stand. A 19-storey tower is also proposed near Aldi.

Community Spaces And Town Square

Alongside housing, the project features a new civic plaza near the B-Line bus stop on Pittwater Road. Plans describe this town square as a route from public transport into the mall, with areas for community events and play spaces for all ages.

The design also includes a High Street-style thoroughfare with retail, dining and active frontages, a linear park beneath a parking ramp, and smaller local greens and recreation areas. Architects from SJB have set out open space character plans showing youth areas, children’s play zones and shaded seating to encourage outdoor use.

Balancing Growth With Council Plans

The Northern Beaches Council’s Brookvale Structure Plan allows for buildings of up to 15 storeys next to the mall and eight storeys along Pittwater Road. While the council plan also calls for a town square on the Bunnings site, Scentre’s proposal exceeds the height limits.

Planning consultants for the group said the level of housing and density in their scheme is necessary to achieve the public benefits outlined in the structure plan, including better transport links and open space improvements.

What This Means For Locals

If approved, the project would replace Bunnings, Supercheap Auto, a gym, a medical centre and 450 parking spaces with new housing and public spaces. Residents could expect pedestrian-friendly streets, expanded recreation areas and a town square linking to the B-Line bus stop.

The changes are designed to accommodate a growing population and improve community connections. Scentre Group said the Westfield Warringah Mall site is key to its broader push to boost housing supply.

Published 19-September-2025

El Jannah Brings Charcoal Chicken to Brookvale

Photo Credit: El Jannah/Facebook

El Jannah, known for its mouth-watering charcoal chicken, is about to make its northern beaches debut.

This June, the beloved brand will open its first outlet in Brookvale at Warringah Mall, bringing its signature Lebanese-Australian flavours to a whole new audience. With its cult following already established across Sydney and beyond, El Jannah’s arrival is set to add some serious spice to the local dining scene.

A Legacy of Charcoal and Flame

In 1997, Andre Estephan opened the first El Jannah in Granville. He had a simple vision: serve up perfectly cooked chicken over open wood fires.

What started as a small venture quickly became a local institution. The combination of smoky, tender chicken and their famous garlic sauce has made El Jannah a favourite, not just in Sydney, but across NSW, ACT, and Victoria.

El Jannah Charcoal Chicken — Photo Credit: *El Jannah/Facebook*

Now, the northern beaches is ready to experience what so many others have loved for years. With the new Brookvale location, El Jannah will continue to grow, sharing its signature flavours.

The Menu: A Taste of Tradition with a Twist

El Jannah’s menu brings together the best of Lebanese tradition and modern food trends. The charcoal chicken, of course, is the star of the show. But the menu offers so much more than that.

From crispy falafel rolls and hearty burgers to chips, there’s something for everyone. The shawarma meal, with shawarma beef, fresh vegetables, pickles, and soft Lebanese bread, offers a satisfying taste of the Middle East.

Recently, El Jannah has also launched a breakfast menu, adding a unique Middle Eastern twist to breakfast classics. The kaki sandwich, made with traditional Lebanese sesame bread, has already become a hit with regulars.

A Fresh Addition to Brookvale’s Dining Scene

With fast food chains like KFC and Oporto already part of the scene, El Jannah will offer something unique to the area.

The outlet is taking over a spot near Supercheap Auto, Fitness First, and Bunnings. Whether you’re dropping in for a quick bite between errands or gathering with friends for a big meal, El Jannah will become a go-to for anyone craving delicious food.

As the opening approaches, El Jannah is on the lookout for local staff. Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time, or casual work, there’s an opportunity to be part of this growing brand.

El Jannah: More Than Just a Meal

El Jannah is more than just a place to grab a bite. It’s a place where food becomes a way to connect with family and friends. Whether you’re a fan for years or are just discovering it, there’s a warmth to the experience that goes beyond the food.

So if you’re in the area this June, be sure to check it out. With its signature flavours and welcoming atmosphere, it is ready to make its mark on the northern beaches.

Published 14-Feb-2025

Westfield Warringah Mall in Brookvale Plans Downsizing David Jones, Adding New Tenants

Changes are coming to Westfield Warringah Mall in Brookvale after the Scentre Group lodged a development application to redevelop the shopping centre by downsizing David Jones and bringing in three new tenants.

Per DA2022/1822, the northern section of Westfield Warringah Mall will undergo major changes from the ground floor to the roof. The most significant features of these changes include the accommodation of one new tenant on the ground floor, two new tenants on the second floor, a site for a new gym, and a co-working space.

Work on Level 2, where David Jones is housed, will comprise some demolition that will create openings for new glazed windows, a new door opening to the common mall, and the construction of a dividing wall to create spaces for two tenants.

Scentre Group also plans to install a pedestrian bridge from the car park on Level 2, in preparation for the 24/7 gym that will have its own security measures, including a swipe card for all members to access the facility outside of the staffed hours.

Warringah Mall — *Photo Credit: DA2022/1822*

The redevelopment will also include a new roof with skylights to increase the safety of the car park, especially at night and a common walkway on the southern edge of the building.

“The proposal is minor in nature relative to the size of the whole shopping complex,” the urban designers stated in the DA. “The proposal will enhance the function and internal amenity of the site, resulting in minor changes to the built form which will only be slightly visible on the roof.”

The DA is currently under a public notification period until the 2nd of December 2022.

CarExpert Debuts New Experimental Automobile Hub in Brookvale

Did you know that CarExpert has opened an all-new experimental showroom and test drive hub at Westfield Warringah Mall in Brookvale?

After opening in March 2021, CarExpert’s test drive hub allows automobile enthusiasts and car buyers to discover, drive, and compare some of the latest cars available. The company, which was founded in 2018 by the team behind the automobile website CarAdvice.com.au, is rapidly expanding, and this new venture serves as their very first retail initiative.

Taking up an area of 960 square metres of floor retail space, along with a section of the shopping centre’s valet car park, is the automobile hub which features up to 40 cars from various manufacturers in the industry.

As part of CarExpert’s experimental bid, there will be no salespeople present at the hub nor will it sell cars. Instead, the venue will be staffed with independent car experts who aim to help visitors find the perfect car for them.

Having experts assist those who come to visit rather than salespeople also removes the pressure to buy, and advice provided will be independent and completely built on experience. The hub will have connections to local dealers in a concierge style service.

No fees or commissions will be paid to CarExpert for their services, however. Instead, these dealers simply must provide the customers sent by the company with excellent service.

Westfield Warringah Mall can be found at Cnr Old Pittwater Rd and Condamine St, Brookvale, open every day from 9:00 a.m. onwards with the exception of Sundays, in which the shopping centre opens at 10:00 a.m.

To learn more about CarExpert, visit their website here. Follow their social media pages on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates and announcements concerning the showroom.