Plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose. A French expression, meaning the more things change the more they...
Plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose. A French expression, meaning the more things change the more they stay the same, a phrase that seems to sum up Australia’s productivity problem. However, it is hard to be productive when you’re overregulated, constrained, and floating in a sea of...
Late 2023 marked a significant milestone in Australia's commitment to environmental responsibility, with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission...
Late 2023 marked a significant milestone in Australia's commitment to environmental responsibility, with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) releasing comprehensive guidance for businesses on making accurate environmental claims. Building on this momentum, January 2024 witnessed The Treasury's release of a climate-related financial disclosure legislation exposure draft for...
Australian retailers have welcomed the Reserve Bank’s decision to hold interests rates this month but have called for industry to...
Australian retailers have welcomed the Reserve Bank’s decision to hold interests rates this month but have called for industry to be shown some love after record-low Christmas sales. Governor Michele Bullock raised interest rates to 4.35 per cent just before the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales to put a squeeze on...
Redundancy is a complex process that requires careful consideration and planning. Redundancies can be difficult for both employers and...
Redundancy is a complex process that requires careful consideration and planning. Redundancies can be difficult for both employers and employees, and if not managed properly, can result in negative outcomes such as low morale, decreased productivity, and legal implications. To avoid the common pitfalls of a redundancy, it is important...
Victoria Hansen, Industry Workforce Advisor for the retail and personal services sectors has worked with over 50 Queensland small...
Victoria Hansen, Industry Workforce Advisor for the retail and personal services sectors has worked with over 50 Queensland small businesses to improve their workforce planning skills and develop workforce plans. These businesses, with the support of the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training and the Workforce Connect Fund...
Latest trade figures reveal the series of interest rate rises by the Reserve Bank have nipped Christmas sales in...
Latest trade figures reveal the series of interest rate rises by the Reserve Bank have nipped Christmas sales in the bud, risking the future of Australian retailers. Figures released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveal spending in December grew by just 0.8 per cent compared with last...
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has introduced a new online learning platform aimed at assisting small-business owners in navigating...
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has introduced a new online learning platform aimed at assisting small-business owners in navigating their tax and superannuation obligations. Named "Essentials to strengthen your small business," the platform offers over 20 free short courses and a calendar highlighting key lodgment due dates. Deputy Commissioner Will...
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has officially opened its Reporting Tool for the year 2024, signaling the commencement...
The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) has officially opened its Reporting Tool for the year 2024, signaling the commencement of the annual reporting process for its members. In this announcement, APCO expresses gratitude for the patience of its members and outlines essential details on accessing the tool, resources available,...
The Packaging Forum's Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) program is undergoing significant updates in response to the New Zealand Ministry...
The Packaging Forum's Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) program is undergoing significant updates in response to the New Zealand Ministry for Environment's Gazette notice and associated standards for kerbside recycling. The changes, effective from February 1, 2024, aim to standardize materials collected and excluded via household kerbside recycling. The ARL...
Retail Doctor Group is excited to unveil the call for nominations for the fifth annual Australian Retail Innovators 2024...
Retail Doctor Group is excited to unveil the call for nominations for the fifth annual Australian Retail Innovators 2024 Awards. Visit the newly launched website to nominate either your own business or another retailer who has showcased exceptional innovation in the retail sector. The Australian Retail Innovators awards, exclusively hosted...
The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) is set to publish the gender pay gaps of large Australian employers with...
The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) is set to publish the gender pay gaps of large Australian employers with 100 or more employees on 27 February 2024. Where will the results be published? WGEA will publish the gender pay gap results for the period of 1 April 2022 – 31 March...
In the face of unprecedented challenges, the Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) and Square Australia have jointly...
In the face of unprecedented challenges, the Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) and Square Australia have jointly unveiled their illuminating 2023 Small Business Data Report. This comprehensive analysis delves into the struggles and triumphs of Australia's small business sector against the backdrop of a turbulent economic landscape. Luke...
Desperate retail business owners are urging the Reserve Bank to release the handbrake on the economy, after the November...
Desperate retail business owners are urging the Reserve Bank to release the handbrake on the economy, after the November retail trade figures showed the Melbourne Cup Day rates hike stopped spending in its tracks. Figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) today revealed spending in November, which has...
One of the most important roles for an industry organisation is to ensure its members are represented in public...
One of the most important roles for an industry organisation is to ensure its members are represented in public debate and discussion. The National Retail Association has a strong track record of speaking out on behalf of our members and the retail sector generally. Understandably, media interest is strongest...
As the Australian summer draws to a close, the anticipation of a new school year begins to sweep across...
As the Australian summer draws to a close, the anticipation of a new school year begins to sweep across the nation. For retailers, the Back-to-School season presents a golden opportunity to engage with customers and boost sales. In 2024, strategic storytelling will be a key driver in capturing the attention of...
Melbourne, Victoria: MI Academy today announced Hack for Heros, a new iteration of the award-winning annual Hack Games event...
Melbourne, Victoria: MI Academy today announced Hack for Heros, a new iteration of the award-winning annual Hack Games event taking place during Retail Week on the 28th February 2024. The event typically focuses on developing innovative commercial solutions for the retail industry but for 2024 it’s changing it’s focus to...
