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The prestigious annual IGA Awards of Excellence were held on the Gold Coast on July 15, 2019, celebrating leading IGA stores across Australia. Celebrating the IGA stores that are integral parts of local communities, the awards also recognise store teams who regularly go above and beyond to enhance the shopping …

Findings from a survey commissioned by the Australian Payroll Association has shown that two in three organisations have large-scale pay rate discrepancies. A survey of 601 payroll managers has reportedly revealed that 69 per cent of payroll managers see significant differences in pay rates between employees who do the same …

The main driver of growth in the free-from foods category is not specifically driven by allergies or dietary intolerances, finds a new study from The NPD Group. Instead, it is consumers who are wanting to make healthier lifestyle choices. According to the study, 23 per cent of the Australians surveyed …

The Morrison government is making sure all Australians get what they pay for, with “concentrated blitzes” across four major retail sectors. According to the government, the National Measurement Institute (NMI) 2019-20 National Compliance Plan will focus on fuel retailers, major supermarkets, licensed premises, and meat, fish and poultry retailers. Compliance …

The Australian government announced the commencement of new laws this week that will “protect Australia’s borders from the importation of smuggled tobacco products”. The Assistant Minister for Customs, Community Safety and Multicultural Affairs Jason Wood says that the commencement of these new laws prohibit the importation of specified tobacco products without …

The government has established a Franchising Taskforce to advise on reforms to the sector and build a framework that supports franchisees and franchisors. The taskforce will examine the recommendations of the Fairness in Franchising report, which was handed down by the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services. Minister …

Thirty-six businesses and business people have been announced as winners in the
 2019 Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce (VACC) Industry Awards, with the premier prize dedicated to the Victorian automotive industry. Caltex Star Mart in Albert Park, Melbourne, emerged the winner for the best service station and convenience store. Award …

BP is trialling home delivery from its petrol and convenience stores via Couchfood, a new service available from Uber Eats. This collaboration with the food delivery platform enables BP to offer an on-demand service to customers and the comfort of eating in the comfort of their home. Popularity of meal …

New legislation was introduced to the Victorian state parliament this week which will ban all lightweight plastic shopping bags with a thickness of 35 microns or less. This includes bags made from degradable, biodegradable and compostable plastic. The new law will apply to all retailers and suppliers – regardless of …