BI-LO (Australia) facts for kids
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| Subsidiary | |
| Industry | Retail |
| Founded | 1979 |
| Founder | John Weeks |
| Defunct | 2017 (rebranded as Coles) |
| Headquarters |
Hawthorn East, Victoria
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Australia
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| Parent | Wesfarmers |
Bi-Lo was a well-known supermarket chain in Australia. It had 214 stores across the country. For a while, some of its stores in Western Australia were called Newmart. Eventually, all Bi-Lo stores changed their names to Coles Supermarkets during 2006 and 2007.
The Start of Bi-Lo
Bi-Lo was started by a person named John Weekes. He opened the first three Bi-Lo shops in the city of Adelaide, South Australia. This happened in the late 1970s.
The name Bi-Lo was chosen for a good reason. It meant "buy low." This was because the stores aimed to sell food and everyday items at really good, cheap prices. This made it a popular choice for many families looking to save money on their groceries.
What Happened to Bi-Lo?
Over time, Bi-Lo grew into a big supermarket chain. However, in 2006 and 2007, a big change happened. The company decided to turn all Bi-Lo stores into Coles Supermarkets. This meant the Bi-Lo name slowly disappeared from Australian towns and cities. Even though the name changed, many of the old Bi-Lo locations continued to operate as Coles stores.
Images for kids
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In-store sign showing the Coles re-brand
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A Bi-Lo Supermarket produce section during the change to Coles
