Mosman in Crisis? Affluent Suburb Faces Loss of Last Post Office

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A wave of apprehension has swept through the affluent Sydney suburb of Mosman as its last remaining post office has been listed for sale, raising concerns about the future of essential postal services for residents.



This move shocked the community, particularly after the recent closure of Mosman’s other post office at Spit Junction just this week.

The Mosman Post Office, a long-standing fixture in the suburb’s retail centre, is being marketed for its potential as a luxury apartment development.  Lowry Property Group, the real estate agency handling the sale, highlights the property’s prime location and water views in its listing, suggesting its suitability for a “luxury boutique residential project.”

This news has ignited a firestorm on social media, with residents expressing dismay and anxiety over the potential loss of this crucial community service. Many are worried about the impact on elderly residents who depend on the post office for essential services.  The closure of the Spit Junction post office has already left a void, with locals lamenting the dwindling number of traditional services in the area.

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Independent Councillor and former Deputy Mayor Roy Bendall acknowledged the community’s growing unease. He stressed the importance of a post office for a functioning municipality. He highlighted the impact the closure of the Spit Junction branch already has on elderly residents who rely on it for parcel collection and other services.  Councillor Bendall plans to raise a motion at the next council meeting in November to seek guarantees from Australia Post about the future of postal services in Mosman.

While acknowledging the prime location of the Mosman Post Office site, Councillor Bendall emphasised the need for Australia Post to prioritise community needs.  John Wakefield, a recent Labor candidate in the local elections, echoed these concerns but expressed hope that Australia Post would adapt to the changing circumstances and provide alternative service options for the community.

Australia Post Responds

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An Australia Post spokesperson confirmed the listing of the Mosman Post Shop for sale but assured the community that there are no immediate plans to close or relocate the branch.

They explained that the decision to close the Spit Junction Post Shop was based on a significant decline in customer visits and that a new self-service hub with parcel lockers and a postal product vending machine would be established nearby.



Meanwhile, Mosman Council has issued a statement emphasising the community’s importance of a fully functional post office and pledging to advocate for its retention if closure seems likely.

As Mosman’s future postal services hang in the balance, the community awaits further developments and assurances from Australia Post.

Published Date 28-October-2024

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