Lavishly vibrant
An inner-city nucleus brimming with speciality stores, self-care, retail therapy and conveniences. We’ve curated an array of must visit institutions In The Junction Newcastle.
LAYERED HOME
A sanctuary for adding depth and layers to your home. For soft furnishings, think fabrics, custom headboards, curtains and of course cushions. For statement pieces, an in-stock range of artworks, handcrafted ceramics and artefacts will impress.
58 Glebe Road, open Tues-Sat.
Sol salon
Known as the ‘kindhearted’ hair salon, with environmentally conscious products and a philosophy of clean, kind hair colour. SOL Salon is at the heart of The Junction Newcastle village in Kenrick Street. Pop in, relax and walk out with beautiful hair.
Shop 2/9 Kenrick Street, open Tues-Sat.
birdie
A new arrival to The Junction, with flavoursome free range rotisserie chicken, paired with burgers, fresh salads and a range of healthy options. Birdie refreshes that traditional takeaway.
3/47 Glebe Road, open Tues-Sun
home & afar
While we all waited to travel afar again, Home & Afar evolved from a pandemic induced pivot of itravel The Junction. Owners and lifelong friends Megan and Georgette, combined their love for exploring and homewares to deliver uniquely beautiful gifts and décor.
In store, you’ll find that one-of-a-kind special gift, art, furniture, décor and self-care products – all lovingly handpicked from local and international destinations.
194 Union Street, open Mon–Sat
Williams the Jewellers
Family owned and operated for over 32 years, Williams are a must go to for bespoke, hand crafted jewellery. Browse their collection of rings and statement pieces, or let their highly skilled jewellers offer a custom design that’s sure to impress.
195 Union Street, open Tues–Sat
Indulgences
A staple of The Junction, Indulgences recently moved to a brand new, award winning architecturally designed salon space. This calm tranquil environment features 5 stunning treatment rooms, a manicure station, tanning room and make-up bar. With face, body and speciality treatments, along with traditional beauty of waxing, lashes, brows & tanning.
Shop 10/10-16 Kenrick Street, open Mon–Sat
The Pilates Space
A boutique take on reformer Pilates, the light filled Junction studio is a breath of fresh air.
With simplistic coastal vibes, the studio features top of the line Allegro 2 Reformer Beds and full-length mirrors. Chilled water and fresh towels make for the ultimate boutique experience.
Classes suit beginners, through to those who love to feel the burn.
1/200 Union Street, open 7 days
yū nontoxic
Yū (pronounced ‘you’) derives its name from the Japanese word “Chikyu”, meaning Earth. Much more than beautiful nails, Yū offers a small but powerful way to practice self-care for the mind, body and earth. Their sustainable, cruelty and toxic free products celebrate sustainable living choices.
1/183 Union Street, open Mon–Fri
The Grumpy baker
Born on Oxford Street Darlinghurst, 20 years ago, this moody bread maker perfected artisan sourdough and good old-fashioned bread.
Their bustling Glebe Street location boasts a cosy atmosphere, freshly baked sourdough and an extensive range of pastries and muffins, freshly baked all day long.
And as for the name, they tell us, “… you would be grumpy too if you had to get up at the crack of dawn every day!”
1/183 Union Street, open Mon–Fri
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