The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) says the Australian federal election occurs amid intense global, social and economic uncertainty, requiring resilience measures as a focus from all parties.
“From the conflict in Europe to supply...
As labour shortages continue to cripple workforces across the country, retailers are calling for an end to close contact isolation requirements, and for national consistency around masks after a member’s survey on...
Research released by the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) in collaboration with Roy Morgan reveals almost three quarters (73%) of Australians plan on buying easter food like hot cross buns, chocolates and easter...
Australian retail sales continued to strengthen in February, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, despite the global economic uncertainty and cost pressures on business.
Sales in February increased 8.1% compared to the same time last...
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) says the Victorian government’s announcement of a two-year pilot guaranteeing sick pay for casual workers, whilst well intentioned, poses more questions than answers.
“We acknowledge the Victorian government’s...
To mark International Women’s Day, the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has released its gender equality position statement for the sector, promoted as the first of its kind for Australian retail.
ARA CEO Paul...
Following ongoing advocacy from the Australian Retailers Association (ARA), the Western Australian government has announced a range of small business supports, including rent relief, to assist businesses with the expected trading losses...
Australian retail sales increased 6.4% in January compared to the same time last year, and increased 17.7% compared to January 2020, according to figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Western Australia...
