Further bans on single-use plastics in the ACT have been announced this week.
From 1 July 2023, the ACT government will ban additional single-use plastics including single-use plastic plates and bowls, expanded polystyrene...
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has released a position statement outlining its commitment to reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
The statement also affirms the ARA’s support for the Uluru Statement from the...
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) welcomes measures to support small businesses in Victoria’s state budget but warns of payroll tax hike consequences.
According to the ARA, the changes of most interest to retailers...
Australian retail sales increased 2.6% in April compared to the same time last year, according to the latest Mastercard SpendingPulse, despite most retail categories experiencing double-digit declines.
The total growth was driven by...
According to the Albanese government, its 2023‑24 Budget “addresses the immediate challenges Australians are facing, better shares the opportunities in our society and builds a stronger and more secure economy”.
“Australians have shown...
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) is celebrating its 120-year anniversary this week.
To commemorate, the ARA has launched a year-long campaign. This includes an anniversary logo and a video series featuring conversations with...
Australian retail turnover rose 0.4% in March 2023, according to figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). This follows a 0.2% rise in February.
Year on year, retail sales recorded 5.4%...
Australians are set to spend $925 million on Mother’s Day this year – up $166 million from 2022 - with flowers, alcohol, food and gift cards topping the gifts for mum, according...
