Station shop could close.

A VILLAGE shop used by residents and commuters has been earmarked for closure.

The convenience store at Cooden Beach Station is set to shut in August unless a new tenant can be found.

Rail operator Southern says it lacks the retail expertise to make the shop profitable.

Southern has proposed to withdraw its support in summer 2008 and close the store unless an alternative can be found.

If the shop closes it would leave only a kiosk for selling tickets at the station.

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he store was introduced by the previous franchise holders, Connex in 1997. On taking over the franchise, Southern continued to run the shop because it was …