Strong demand as Kathmandu re-opens

Kathmandu chief executive Reuben Casey told The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald the outdoor and camping gear chain opened 60 stores over the weekend, mainly across New South Wales and Queensland, as those states relaxed their social distancing rules.

A handful of trial stores were also opened in Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth, all of which saw strong demand, Mr Casey said. This outcome has prompted Kathmandu to accelerate the reopening of its 276 stores.

"We've been encouraged by the demand we've had over the weekend, we do think customers are willing to get out and shop," he said.
"We're going state by state, depending on what the restrictions are, though we're hoping to have all stores opened by the end of this week."
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