Seven Miles Coffee has made no decision to relocate from its Balgowlah premises, despite court approval for a McDonald’s restaurant that would require the existing buildings at 37 Roseberry Street to be demolished.
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The company confirmed its position following the NSW Land and Environment Court’s ruling on 8 October 2026, saying it holds a valid multi-year lease and continues to operate its café, roastery and head office at the property near the Manly Vale border.
The announcement leaves questions about when redevelopment could begin, with neither a construction date nor arrangements for the existing tenant’s departure publicly confirmed.
Seven Miles continues trading on Roseberry Street
Seven Miles has maintained a longstanding presence in the Roseberry Street commercial precinct, serving customers while operating its coffee roasting business and head office from the property.
Chief executive Jody Leslie confirmed that no relocation decision had been made following the court ruling. The company intends to maintain normal operations and remains committed to its staff, customers and relationships within the local community.
Although Seven Miles has confirmed its multi-year tenancy, the remaining lease period and any arrangements concerning the proposed redevelopment have not been disclosed.
Court approval leaves tenancy arrangements unresolved
The Land and Environment Court’s decision permits demolition, earthworks, subdivision and construction of the McDonald’s restaurant, subject to development conditions.
The judgment also records that the property owner consented to the development application being lodged. However, the ruling does not establish when the existing tenant will vacate the premises or whether an agreement concerning vacant possession has been reached.
Development consent does not automatically terminate a commercial lease. Depending on the tenancy terms and arrangements between the parties, Seven Miles’ continued occupation could affect when construction begins, although no delay has been confirmed.
McDonald’s has welcomed the approval and outlined plans to invest more than $4 million in the restaurant. The company estimates the project would create approximately 50 construction jobs and 100 positions once operational, including full-time, part-time and casual employment.
Road upgrades planned around Roseberry Street
The approved redevelopment also includes changes to surrounding roads, where residents previously raised concerns about increased traffic and pedestrian safety.
McDonald’s must construct a mini roundabout at the intersection of Roseberry and Hayes streets, provide a widened pedestrian refuge and introduce measures to manage vehicle movements near Kenneth Road. The restaurant’s approved trading hours are restricted to 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily.
The timing of the roadworks remains dependent on the development proceeding, with no publicly confirmed construction schedule. For nearby residents, businesses and motorists using the busy commercial precinct, the approved changes have yet to translate into a definite timetable for works.
Seven Miles continues operating at 37 Roseberry Street while McDonald’s holds approval to redevelop the property. Neither company has publicly confirmed when the site might be handed over for construction.
Published 20-Oct-2026
