Kmart Forest Lake: Hours, Location & Store Details

Anyone who’s tried to find reliable opening hours for a newly converted Kmart store knows the frustration of outdated listings. Kmart Forest Lake, which took over the former Target space at Forest Lake Shopping Centre in Queensland, is now open and serving shoppers six days a week. This guide pulls together the verified facts—address, contact details, hours, and the store’s recent history—so you can plan your visit with confidence.

Address: 235 Forest Lake Boulevard, Forest Lake, QLD 4078 · Phone: +61 7 3021 0300 · Status: Open (converted from Target) · Shopping Centre: Forest Lake Shopping Centre

Here is the key detail table for quick reference.

When did Kmart Forest Lake open?

History of the location

Before Kmart moved in, the space at Forest Lake Shopping Centre was occupied by a Target store. In 2023, the shopping centre announced that Kmart would be opening at the location (Forest Lake Shopping Centre Facebook announcement). The conversion marked another step in Kmart Australia’s expansion into former Target sites.

Conversion from Target to Kmart

The transition involved a full refit of the retail space. While the exact grand opening date isn’t publicly recorded, the store is now listed as open on Kmart’s official store locator and is actively serving customers.

The implication: the turnaround from announcement to opened store took less than a year, which is rapid for a full retail conversion.

What are the opening hours for Kmart Forest Lake?

Regular opening hours

According to the Kmart store locator (official site), Kmart Forest Lake’s standard hours are:

• Monday to Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
• Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

These hours are also confirmed by third-party directory Mindtrip (travel directory).

Public holiday hours

Kmart advises that individual store hours may vary on public holidays. The Forest Lakes Shopping Centre (centre management) also notes that its own trading hours—Monday–Friday 9 AM–5:30 PM (Thursday late until 9 PM), Saturday 9 AM–5 PM, Sunday 11 AM–5 PM—differ from Kmart’s, so it’s best to check directly with the store.

The pattern: Kmart opens earlier and closes later than the centre itself on most days. For weekday mornings, you can shop from 7 AM even though the centre doors might not open until 9 AM. On Sundays, Kmart opens two hours before the centre.

Is Kmart Forest Lake open today?

Checking today’s hours

The simplest way to confirm is to use the Kmart store finder (Kmart Australia) for real-time status. Because the store follows a standard weekly schedule, today’s hours depend on the day of the week as listed above.

Holiday schedule

During public holidays, Kmart often adjusts hours. The store’s phone line (+61 7 3021 0300) is another reliable way to check. The Kmart Centre directory (shopping centre portal) also advises customers to verify with the individual store.

The catch: holiday hours are never published far in advance, so same-day verification is the only reliable method.

Does Kmart Forest Lake sell furniture?

Furniture range available

Kmart Australia stores typically stock a range of furniture, including sofas, beds, tables, and home-office items. While the specific inventory at Forest Lake isn’t listed online, standard Kmart policy is to offer furniture both in-store and online. The Kmart store locator lists the store as a full-line location, which suggests furniture is available.

Homewares and other departments

In addition to furniture, the store carries homewares, clothing, electronics, toys, and grocery items. For exact stock, visit the store or check Kmart Australia (official website) for online availability with click-and-collect at Forest Lake.

Where is Kmart Forest Lake located?

Address and directions

Kmart Forest Lake is at 235 Forest Lake Boulevard, Forest Lake, QLD 4078, inside Forest Lake Shopping Centre (centre directory). The centre is off the Centenary Highway, with ample parking. The official address is confirmed by both Kmart and the shopping centre’s own listings.

Nearby amenities

The shopping centre also houses a Woolworths supermarket and several specialty stores. The nearby suburb is sometimes listed as Inala in some directories (Mindtrip), but the correct locality is Forest Lake.

Store specifications at a glance

Six details, one pattern: the new Kmart carries all the hallmarks of a full-size Australian Kmart store.

What this means: the store operates almost independently of the centre’s schedule, giving shoppers a wider window than most mall tenants.

How to plan your visit to Kmart Forest Lake

1. Check the hours – Use the Kmart store locator or call +61 7 3021 0300 to confirm today’s hours, especially on public holidays.
2. Find the store – Enter “235 Forest Lake Boulevard, Forest Lake QLD 4078” into your GPS. The store is inside Forest Lake Shopping Centre.
3. Parking – Free parking is available at the centre. The Kmart entrance is near the Woolworths side of the complex.
4. Check product availability – For furniture or large items, use the Kmart Australia website to check stock before you go.
5. Contact customer service – For layby, returns, or online order pickups, the store phone number is the fastest way to get answers.

The pattern: following these five steps in order will get you in and out efficiently, whether you’re after a single item or a full shop.

Timeline: from Target to Kmart

• 2023 – Forest Lake Shopping Centre announces that Kmart will open in the former Target space (Forest Lake Shopping Centre Facebook).
• Current – Kmart Forest Lake is open and listed on the Kmart official store locator.

The consequence: the rapid conversion means the store is relatively new, so fixtures, signage, and technology are all current-generation Kmart standard.

What’s confirmed and what remains unclear

What shoppers and the centre are saying

We are thrilled to announce that Kmart will be opening at Forest Lake Shopping Centre.

Forest Lake Shopping Centre via Facebook

Store details including address and phone number are listed on kmart.com.au.

Kmart Store Locator

For shoppers in the Forest Lake area, the arrival of Kmart means extended shopping hours and a broader product range than the previous Target offered. The choice is clear: take advantage of the early 7 AM weekday openings for a quick shop, or use the Sunday hours to browse furniture and homewares without the weekday rush.

For a comprehensive overview of what to expect at this location, check out this Kmart Forest Lake guide for detailed hours and product information.

Frequently asked questions

The takeaway: the FAQs cover the most common practical concerns, but for anything store-specific, the phone line remains the fastest option.

Related reading

• Westfield Chermside Directory
• Big W Willows Townsville: Hours, Location & Shopping Guide

These related guides follow the same format, so you can compare shopping options across Queensland centres.