Four Square Snells Beach

The new Four Square in Snells Beach is a real shot in the arm for the shopping centre.

With an ultra-modern interior and over 900m² of retail space, the supermarket is one of the largest Four Squares in New Zealand.

It has more than 8,200 products on offer including barista-made coffee and fresh food such as hot chicken and chips.

David Whyman, who owns and runs the Four Square with his wife Helen, says whether it’s a big store or a small one, he just loves being a grocer.

“We wanted to bring the true definition of a grocer to the 7000 local residents who live in Snells Beach and create a community experience. It’s about a place to come and connect with each other,” Whyman says.

“It’s a social hub that just happens to have a grocery store at the back.”

Out the front there’s a dedicated space where “people can just hang out, with two massive tables, a big bench seat, free Wi-Fi, recharging stations and stores all around”.

“On the other side there’s a full food-to-go on offer. So scoop ice cream for the 700 school kids that live out here.”

Whyman says he’s loved working with local tradespeople and suppliers to build the store and the result is a credit to each and every person who has lent a hand. 

But it’s not just the new Four Square Whyman has established in the area.

“Snells is such a great place for our family, we’ve really enjoyed getting to know the community and everyone that’s already popped in to say hello and check out the new store,” he says.

Four Square Snells Beach opened on October 3.