TK Maxx stores in Wollongong, Warrawong and Shellharbour among those around the world closing for a fortnight to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.
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A spokesperson told the Illawarra Mercury on that TJX chief executive Ernie Herrman made the announcement on Friday.
He thanked customers for shopping at TK Maxx stores and said the retailer looked forward to serving them again in the near future.
"Our hearts are with people around the world who have been affected by the COVID-19 outbreak," Mr Herrman said.
"TJX has made the decision to do our part to help prevent the further spread of this virus by temporarily closing all stores globally as of today for the next two weeks in the US, Canada, Europe and Australia.
"The company is also temporarily closing its online businesses during this time, as well as its distribution centers and offices"..
"This pandemic has affected everyone's lives, including those of our associates and customers..
"We are concerned for the health and financial well-being of our associates and we plan to pay our store, distribution and office associates for two weeks during these closures".
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Greg Ellis
Almost four decades in electronic, print and digital media. A writer, presenter, emcee, photographer and videographer with degrees in business management, marketing and human resources and tertiary qualifications in photography.
Almost four decades in electronic, print and digital media. A writer, presenter, emcee, photographer and videographer with degrees in business management, marketing and human resources and tertiary qualifications in photography.
