Amazon Australia has announced plans to open two additional fulfilment centres as the e-commerce giant continues expanding its Australian logistics network.

Expansion Details

New Facilities

Western Sydney: 70,000 sqm fulfilment centre
Melbourne West: 55,000 sqm fulfilment centre
Opening timeline: H2 2025

Capability Focus

Both facilities will feature:

Advanced robotics and automation
Same-day and next-day delivery enablement
Large product storage capabilities
Climate-controlled sections

Employment Impact

Amazon projecting:

3,000+ new permanent positions
Significant seasonal hiring capacity
Training and development programs
Local contractor opportunities

Competitive Implications

For Australian retail and logistics:

Delivery expectation bar rising further
Local retailer fulfilment pressure increasing
3PL market share competition
Carrier network demands growing

Industry Response

Retailers and 3PLs responding with:

Accelerated automation investment
Delivery speed improvements
Geographic coverage expansion
Customer experience focus

The expansion reinforces Amazon’s long-term commitment to the Australian market and intensifies competitive dynamics.