Cost-of-living measures will flow to business bottom line, retailers say

Struggling retailers will benefit from the cost-of-living measures announced in tonight’s budget, with spending to flow strongly to business...

Struggling retailers will benefit from the cost-of-living measures announced in tonight’s budget, with spending to flow strongly to business bottom lines, the National Retail Association has predicted. NRA CEO Dominique Lamb said measures aimed at boosting consumer spending and training and skills development had long been advocated by the NRA. “Consumer...

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Message from the CEO | 29 March 2022

Let me begin this week by saying that my thoughts are with all those in flood affected Dalby, Lismore...

Let me begin this week by saying that my thoughts are with all those in flood affected Dalby, Lismore and Mullumbimby. Barely four weeks after the last major rain event, I cannot imagine how exhausted and drained you must be to again be facing a deluge. If you require...

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$7,000 per quarter subsidy opportunities extended

The Federal Government announced an extension to the Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements and Completing Apprenticeship Commencements wage subsidies program with a $365.3 million...

The Federal Government announced an extension to the Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements and Completing Apprenticeship Commencements wage subsidies program with a $365.3 million investment that will support an extra 35,000 apprentices and trainees get into a job. Enrolments for the Boosting Apprenticeship Commencement wage subsidy, which provides employers with 12 months of wage subsidy...

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NSW flooding causing interruptions to waste and bin collections

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has been informed by the waste industry that due to unprecedented rain and...

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has been informed by the waste industry that due to unprecedented rain and flooding, the collection of putrescible bins (red-bins) from household and commercial premises may be interrupted. The waste industry will need time to address uncollected waste. The NSW EPA is assisting councils...

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Single-use plastic bans explained

WA and NSW are rolling out significant plastic bans in the next few months. Retailers and their suppliers urgently...

WA and NSW are rolling out significant plastic bans in the next few months. Retailers and their suppliers urgently need to be across these new laws if you operate in either state or online. We understand these bans can present challenges, especially with current supply, staffing and economic impacts. The...

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Retail welcomes infrastructure boost from SEQ City Deal

The SEQ Liveability fund will receive $285 million for social and economic priority projects for the councils, $150 million...

The SEQ Liveability fund will receive $285 million for social and economic priority projects for the councils, $150 million will go towards the SEQ Innovation Economy Fund to support capital projects that promote and grow the region’s innovation economy. In comparison, $105 million will go to resource recovery infrastructure...

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Why you should secure your ticket to the National Retail Expo

The National Retail Association is proud to be launching the NRXpo at the International Convention Centre in Sydney on...

The National Retail Association is proud to be launching the NRXpo at the International Convention Centre in Sydney on Wednesday, 11 May.   As one of the most rapidly evolving industries globally, staying ahead of retail trends is key to maintaining an edge over your competitors. How often do you register for...

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Support payments available for flood-affected Queenslanders

Residents across Queensland are encouraged to apply for any Commonwealth financial support they are eligible for through Services Australia. The...

Residents across Queensland are encouraged to apply for any Commonwealth financial support they are eligible for through Services Australia. The National Retail Association has collated a list of available support grants for flood affected Queenslanders below. For more information on support available, visit Services Australia website.   Where...

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Flood affected businesses read on

Partner article   The end of February and beginning of March has thrown QLD and NSW with yet another disaster to...

Partner article   The end of February and beginning of March has thrown QLD and NSW with yet another disaster to deal with. Just as the pandemic started to normalise, we have been faced with flash flooding and continuous rain that doesn’t seem to let up. As we all prepare for...

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More support for NSW & QLD flood zones

More support is on the way for families, farms and businesses affected by the catastrophic flooding disaster in northern...

More support is on the way for families, farms and businesses affected by the catastrophic flooding disaster in northern NSW and Queensland as part of an additional package of support from the Morrison Government. Prime Minister Scott Morrison said his government was focused right now on the pressing needs of...

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Message from the CEO | 8 March 2022

For much of the east coast, the past seven days have been challenging beyond belief. While south-east Queensland is...

For much of the east coast, the past seven days have been challenging beyond belief. While south-east Queensland is in recovery mode, New South Wales is still facing floods and severe weather. It is our deepest hope that after today the rain will ease and those affected can also...

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WorkCover Queensland supporting flood-affected policyholders in QLD

If you are a WorkCover Queensland policyholder and have been affected by the recent severe flooding in Queensland, there...

If you are a WorkCover Queensland policyholder and have been affected by the recent severe flooding in Queensland, there are a couple of ways you can get help throughout this recovery period.  WorkCover Queensland can assist policyholders who make contact with them by: Reviewing their estimated wages for the current...

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Women and super – how to narrow the gap

Research shows the odds are stacked against Australian women when it comes to saving for retirement. Factors like the...

Research shows the odds are stacked against Australian women when it comes to saving for retirement. Factors like the gender pay gap, taking time out of the workforce to care for children or family and having a longer life expectancy, all contribute to most women having less money than...

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COVID-19 lease protections extended for small business tenants in NSW

Small businesses doing it tough due to COVID-19 are set to benefit from further NSW Government support following a...

Small businesses doing it tough due to COVID-19 are set to benefit from further NSW Government support following a decision to extend mediation protections under the commercial leasing regulation until 30 June 2022. Treasurer Matt Kean said the challenges facing small business have been significant which is why we are...

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Disaster assistance extended to support flooded Queenslanders

Low interest loans are now available for Queensland primary producers, small businesses and not-for-profit organisations in local government areas...

Low interest loans are now available for Queensland primary producers, small businesses and not-for-profit organisations in local government areas facing a massive clean-up operation in the aftermath of the flooding in Queensland. Financial help is being provided through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). DRFA low interest loans...

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