The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has reported more than $31 billion was spent in stores and online in May in the retail trade figures released today – an increase of 0.4%...
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) welcomes the commitment of National Cabinet for lockdowns to be used as a ‘last resort’ going forth through Covid-19.
“Lockdowns are not long-term sustainable solutions for businesses when...
Use of the Service NSW QR code will be mandatory at all NSW workplaces and retail businesses from Monday, 12 July.
Minister for Digital and Customer Service Victor Dominello says expanding the mandate...
The two-week stay-at-home order for Greater Sydney, is set to cause a $2 billion loss in retail trade.
Australian Retailers Association (ARA) CEO Paul Zahra says that while it’s a bitter blow for...
The Fair Work Commission’s (FWC) wage review has determined a 2.5% increase to the minimum wage.
The increase to the minimum wage will take effect from 1 July, with a delayed commencement date...
The NSW government has announced a comprehensive plastics plan and waste strategy.
Under the strategy, plastics like single-use lightweight bags, cotton-buds, straws and stirrers will be phased out, and green bins for food...
The Australian retail sector is leading the charge in the nation’s recovery from the Covid-pandemic with an April sales boom.
Data released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals that nationwide...
The Victorian government has announced a seven-day extension to lockdown measures affecting metropolitan Melbourne. Restrictions will continue until 11.59pm, Thursday June 10.
In response to today’s news, the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has...
