Controversial greengrocer John Kapiris selling Rostrevor property where St Bernards Fruit and Veg shop is based
A controversial greengrocer who slurred the Matildas during the FIFA Women’s World Cup has listed the home of his St Bernards Fruit and Veg Market for sale to help fund a new “revolutionary business venture”.
John Kapiris said he planned to part ways with his commercial Rostrevor property at 157 St Bernards Rd after more than a decade of ownership.
“The property is being sold to fund a new and existing, revolutionary business venture designed to help struggling families,” he said.
“Tough times are ahead and I want to help the general public counter the rising cost of living crisis.
“The new business will help struggling families and give back to the community.
“The big picture is to spread (the new venture) nationwide.”
The property is listed for sale with a $2.5m price guide. Pic: realestate.com.au
The property is at 157 St Bernards Rd. Pic: realestate.com.au
It will go to auction on December 14. Pic: realestate.com.au
Mr Kapiris said more details on his new business venture would be disclosed after the property’s sale, with the 1841sq m corner allotment to be auctioned on December 14 with a price guide of $2.5m.
The prominent shopfront, which serves as the backdrop for many of Mr Kapiris’ often profanity-laden social media posts, has been the site of much controversy this year.
This includes a viral video uploaded to the business’ Facebook page in August.
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Starting the clip promoting his Rostrevor store’s fruit and vegetable products while holding a sword, Mr Kapiris went on to repeatedly refer to the Matildas, who were at the time competing in the FIFA Women’s World Cup, using a homophobic slur.
At the time, he denied he was homophobic and said he meant no harm by what he said.
“Good luck to you girls. Good luck to you, (sic) anyway I’m not being disrespectful at all …,” he said in the video.
Mr Kapiris is known for his controversial comments. Pic: realestate.com.au
He’s selling his business to pursue a new venture. Pic: realestate.com.au
John Kapiris inside his St Bernards Fruit and Veg store. Picture: NCA NewsWire, David Mariuz
Selling agent Michael Gleeson, of One Point Eight Real Estate, said he did not expect Mr Kapiris “polarising” personality to impact the sale.
He said buyer interest in the property had been strong with the site ideal for new residential, retail or commercial developments.
“It’s a good commercial site and could go through potential redevelopment and, pending council consent, could go up three storeys even,” he said.
“There’s a lot of good you can do with the site.”
The property will be auctioned at 10am on December 14.
