\u201cThis is more than a supermarket \u2013 it\u2019s a community hub built to last for generations. The scale, resilience and sustainable design mean Rolleston is well-served today, and well-prepared for tomorrow,\u201d she said. <\/p>\n
Pak’nSave Rolleston officially opened its doors today.<\/p>\n
The IL3-standard design, rooftop solar and back-up generator capability gives greater assurance it can keep operating during and after major events \u2013 a first for Selwyn supermarkets. <\/p>\n
The store is owned and operated by Phill and Sarah Blackburn, who are experienced grocers with a reputation for putting their community first. <\/p>\n
The Blackburns have over 24 years of grocery experience under their belts, having previously owned and operated Pak\u2019nSave Riccarton, New World Ilam, New World Balclutha and managing New World W\u0101naka. <\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re incredibly proud to welcome our community and customers through the doors today,\u201d Phill Blackburn said.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur team has worked tirelessly to get ready and it\u2019s fantastic to finally see all the planning come to fruition.\u201d <\/p>\n
Sarah Blackburn added: \u201cWhat excites us most is being part of Rolleston\u2019s and Selwyn\u2019s story. This is a fast-growing, vibrant community and we want people to walk through our doors and feel like this is their supermarket \u2013 built for them by a co-operative that invests in and cares for communities and with locals on the team.\u201d <\/p>\n