THE owners of Endota Spa Moorooduc have spoken of their heartbreak and determination after a devastating fire tore through their beloved wellness business on 17 June. Jeff and Sharnee Thompson said it was more than a business but something they poured their hearts into after building it from scratch 14 years ago.
The incident occurred just before 9.15pm at the corner of Moorooduc Hwy and Eramosa Rd West where fire crews found the roof of the building well-alight. It took just under two hours to bring it under control with a fire investigation unit now determining the cause.
The couple were shellshocked after receiving the call from emergency services. “To be honest with you, we were just in tears. I walked in there and just broke down,” Jeff said. They only managed to salvage a laptop and some other personal items. But the couple said they were resilient and a rebuild of the store was “going ahead 100 per cent” with construction starting in July, and is expected to be completed in no more than four months.
“We just want to express how devastated and upset we are of the recent fire, but on a positive note, all staff have been relocated to our newly refurbished Frankston store, which remains fully operational and ready to welcome customers from Moorooduc,” Jeff said. “All your favourite therapists and hairdressers will be available at the Frankston store, and we are also more than happy to honour any gift vouchers well past their expiry date.” Customers from Moorooduc would also receive free parking at the Frankston store located at Bayside Shopping Centre.
“We love being local after having serviced the peninsula with our spa treatments for the past 18 years and winning countless awards with the Moorooduc and Frankston stores,” Jeff said, adding “we appreciate everyone’s support and loyalty”.
Speaking of the incident, Jeff said the shop was extensively damaged but not completely gutted with walls and the reception area still intact. “The trusses and the roof will need replacing – but we’re going to move heaven and earth to get reopened for our customers as soon as we possibly can,” the couple said. “We look forward to pampering you soon; for all booking enquiries please feel free to call 9783 5675.”
First published in the Mornington News – 1 July 2025
