There's always something special Jackson Street is a unique destination ... the perfect antidote to the shopping mall experience. Here you will find an eclectic mix of shops, services, bars and restaurants operating out of heritage-style buildings just a block away from the sea. Many of the older buildings are being modernised and strengthened. New buildings are being built in heritage style. At the west end of the street are large format retailers, including two supermarkets, two outdoor/adventure clothing retailers and other major national retailers. Check the street out, but don't take the word 'street' too literally. In the side streets are more specialist businesses that are proud to be part of the Jackson Street brand. The combination of small businesses operating in the heritage precinct and national businesses at the west end, makes Jackson Street a complete shopping, entertainment and food destination -- a place where you'll always find something special. The success of Jackson Street is in large part due to the drive and commitment of businesses in the street. In 1993 they formed the visionary Jackson Street Programme to promote this unique location.