About
The Foundry Murwillumbah is a news, lifestyle and gift emporium on Murwillumbah Street, combining the everyday role of a newsagency with a carefully curated shop full of giftware. Alongside newspapers, magazines, stationery and lottery, you'll find cards, books, toys, games, sustainable lifestyle products and local tourist mementos — a one-stop spot for both daily essentials and a thoughtful present.
The store occupies a lovingly restored 1908 building, the first permanent structure rebuilt after fire swept through the town's main street in 1907. High ceilings, skylights, copper downpipes, polished concrete floors and original 1930s shelving give it real character. It sits next to the historic Austral Café in the heart of Murwillumbah, about 30 minutes from Gold Coast Airport.
Best For
Picking up the paper, a magazine or a lottery ticket, and browsing curated gifts, cards and homewares in a heritage main-street setting.
Good to Know
TypeNewsagency & gift emporium
ServicesNews, magazines, stationery, lottery
GiftsCards, books, toys, games, homewares
BuildingRestored 1908 heritage premises
LocationNext to the Austral Café
Opens earlyFrom 6am most days
Opening Hours
Monday:6am-5pm
Tuesday:6am-5pm
Wednesday:6am-5pm
Thursday:6am-5pm
Friday:6am-5pm
Saturday:6am-1pm
Sunday:6-11am
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Foundry a newsagency?
Yes — it offers newsagency services including newspapers, magazines, stationery and lottery, alongside a curated range of gifts and lifestyle products.
What kind of gifts do they sell?
Expect cards, books, toys, games, sustainable lifestyle products, homewares and local tourist mementos.
What's the story with the building?
It's a restored 1908 building — the first permanent structure rebuilt after the 1907 fire that swept the main street — with original features like high ceilings, skylights and 1930s shelving.
What are the opening hours?
The Foundry opens early, from 6am Monday to Saturday and Sunday mornings — Monday to Friday until 5pm, Saturday until 1pm and Sunday until 11am.