Joanna Holman4d ago
Something I consider to be one of the great but under-discussed melbourne mysteries is what is going on with Arthur Daley’s on Swanston Street. They’ve occupied what must surely be valuable real estate for decades but every time I go in there there is few to no customers and there doesn’t seem to be much stock turnover. Much of the stock looks dated or poor quality. They’ve still got a big Christmas selection out. All up it’s got big back rooms vibes. What’s their secret to staying in business?
Show threadDeborah Pickett4d ago
@joannaholman Serious question: are we sure it isn’t all about money laundering? I mean, look at what they called themselves!
Show threadJoanna Holman4d ago

@futzle if they’re money laundering they’re playing a really long game

this is what their website says about it “Inspired by the character Arthur Daley from the British TV show 'Minder', Peter saw an opportunity to help out manufacturers clear excess stock, discontinued lines, and cancelled orders, offering Melbourne's bargain hunters the best deals around.”

Show threadMike [SEC=OFFICIAL]4d ago

@joannaholman @futzle I don't know its story but I'm fully convinced that it's a magical place.

If you enter with a clear idea of what problem you need to solve, you will find something to help you on the shelves.

Many, many comedy festival shows that had essential props obtained barely an hour before curtain can attest to this.

Show threadJoanna Holman4d ago
@mike @futzle perhaps there is a secret society of Melbourne businesses operating partially in mystical realms. Cheaper by Miles is also a possible member. They will give you wonderful snacks you haven’t seen before and probably won’t again at surprisingly low prices.
Show threadMike [SEC=OFFICIAL]
@joannaholman @futzle we did lose Job Warehouse though, maybe they betrayed someone and had their protection revoked.
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