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Interim report on Grocery Code calls for harsher penalties

The interim report of the Review of the voluntary Food and Grocery Code of Conduct was released yesterday (8 April). Independent Reviewer Dr Craig Emerson announced eight firm recommendations, including that the Code...

Small growth in February retail sales

Consumers spent $35.8 billion across the country in February, according to figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Australian retail turnover rose 0.3%, following a rise of 1.1% in January and...

DIY, travel and treats set to reap $18b for economy this Easter

As Australians gear up for the Easter break, a spending spree across DIY projects, holiday travel, and festive treats is set to bolster the economy. Across the three categories, Aussies are tipped to...

Greens targets supermarkets with divestiture legislation

The Australian Greens will introduce a bill to parliament that would grant divestiture powers to target Australia’s supermarket duopoly. Commenting on the legislation, Greens Economic Justice spokesperson Senator Nick McKim says the giant...

Aussies to hit the road this Easter

Holidaymakers are set to splash out more than $9.6 billion on Easter travel this year, however local retailers in popular holiday destinations, for the most part, won’t be the beneficiaries. According to research...

Tap into Melbourne’s twilight trade

City of Melbourne retailers should respond to changing consumer behaviour by extending core trading hours, creating a link between the daytime and night-time economy a new report by Australian Retailers Association (ARA)...

Aussies to spend $2.05b this Easter

Australians are expected to spend $2.05 billion on hot cross buns, Easter eggs and other special food this Easter, approximately $400 million more than in 2023. According to research from the Australian Retailers...

ARA’s inaugural awards to showcase retail excellence

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has launched the inaugural ARA Awards, celebrating excellence and innovation within the Australian retail sector. The ARA Awards 2024, sponsored by principal partner American Express, culminates in a...
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