Australia's oldest department store David Jones collapses after 188 years
The brand's 38 physical stores and online sites will continue to operate while receivers review its operations.
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The brand's 38 physical stores and online sites will continue to operate while receivers review its operations.
Australia’s oldest department store David Jones collapsed on Thursday, finally succumbing after almost 200 years to a digital era that sent shoppers to cheaper and nimbler online rivals.
David Jones employs more than 6000 staff across 38 Australian stores.
David Jones' larger Australian rival, Myer, announced in September that it lost $276 million in 2026 financial year.