July 2023 - National Retail Association

CEO Greg Griffith shares valuable insights on ABC Radio Brisbane’s Drive Program

National Retail Association CEO, Greg Griffith, recently participated in an enlightening interview on ABC Radio Brisbane's Drive program, where...

National Retail Association CEO, Greg Griffith, recently participated in an enlightening interview on ABC Radio Brisbane's Drive program, where he discussed the latest developments and offered valuable insights into the retail sector. The interview took place on Wednesday 26 during the Drive program hosted by ABC Radio Brisbane. Greg's expertise...

31 July 2023

Fuelling Positive Change: Reflections on the 24th State of the Nation Event

The National Retail Association had an extraordinary experience at the 24th State of the Nation event, hosted by Retail...

The National Retail Association had an extraordinary experience at the 24th State of the Nation event, hosted by Retail Doctor Group in Sydney on 27 July. As a key partner in the event, we were proud to see representatives from across the retail sector. The 24th State of the Nation...

28 July 2023

Retailers knocked by July trade slump

Mid-year sales failed to save the retail sector from the brunt of cost-of-living pressures facing consumers, Australian Bureau of...

Mid-year sales failed to save the retail sector from the brunt of cost-of-living pressures facing consumers, Australian Bureau of Statistics data released today reveals. ABS retail sales figures show retail turnover fell 0.8 percent in June. National Retail Association CEO Greg Griffith said the lack of impact from mid-year year sales...

28 July 2023

Message from our CEO – 25 July 2023

An essential aspect of our work involves connecting with retailers and our members to gain insights into the challenges...

An essential aspect of our work involves connecting with retailers and our members to gain insights into the challenges confronting the retail industry. What’s also equally important is our commitment to recognise retailers nationwide. During my visit to Sydney this week, I had the opportunity to engage with our...

25 July 2023

Handling ‘Heat of the Moment’ Resignations

In the ordinary course of events, once an employee communicates their resignation to an employer, and the employer accepts...

In the ordinary course of events, once an employee communicates their resignation to an employer, and the employer accepts the resignation, it is generally considered final, and the employee usually cannot retract it if they change their mind. But what happens if an employee resigns out of anger or frustration...

25 July 2023

Deadline for destruction of COVID-19 vaccination information in Victoria

Employers in Victoria have until 11 August 2023 to destroy any COVID-19 Vaccination information they have recorded or held...

Employers in Victoria have until 11 August 2023 to destroy any COVID-19 Vaccination information they have recorded or held under the Occupational Health and Safety Amendment (COVID-19 Vaccination Information) Regulations 2022 (the Regulations). Following the removal of vaccination requirements contained in “pandemic orders”, the regulations, which came in place on...

24 July 2023

National Retail Association and Australian Music Association Form Powerful Alliance to Drive Retail Growth and Support

The National Retail Association, Australia’s most representative retail industry organisation, and the Australian Music Association, the renowned industry body for...

The National Retail Association, Australia’s most representative retail industry organisation, and the Australian Music Association, the renowned industry body for the music products sector, are thrilled to announce their strategic partnership aimed at supporting, informing, and representing the retailer’s and wholesaler's landscape. This exciting collaboration brings together two industry leaders...

24 July 2023

New Check Locally logo for soft plastics

The Australasian Recycling Label's (ARL) are pleased to provide an update regarding the ARL's, newest Check Locally logo, including...

The Australasian Recycling Label's (ARL) are pleased to provide an update regarding the ARL's, newest Check Locally logo, including the steps brand owners need to take in order to be eligible for a new label. Following the collapse of REDcycle, brand owners are required to update any soft plastics labelling...

24 July 2023

2022 Young Retailer of the Year Award provided building blocks to a stellar career

One of the most anticipated moments of the National Retail Awards is the announcement of the Young Retailer of...

One of the most anticipated moments of the National Retail Awards is the announcement of the Young Retailer of the Year, which acknowledges the excellence in leadership and ambition of a rising star in the industry. The 2022 winner Stephen Poole says taking home the award provided him with amazing...

24 July 2023

Call to consult retailers on net-zero policy talks

The National Retail Association has welcomed new sector-specific climate plans announced by Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris...

The National Retail Association has welcomed new sector-specific climate plans announced by Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen yesterday but urged the Albanese Government to consult across the industry. The Minister announced the development of plans specific to electricity and energy, industry, the built environment, agriculture and land,...

20 July 2023

Data analytics to fuel retailers’ growth

Article by Salim Biskri, BDO National Leader, Retail Partner, Audit, and Assurance Most retailers today use technology to capture data. Over...

Article by Salim Biskri, BDO National Leader, Retail Partner, Audit, and Assurance Most retailers today use technology to capture data. Over the past few years, customers got use to a seamless digital experience and the pandemic forced retailers to reconsider how they were reaching their customers which resulted in digital growth....

20 July 2023

Message from our CEO – 18 July 2023

We’re full steam ahead with the National Retail Awards and it’s an exciting opportunity to recognise and appreciate our...

We’re full steam ahead with the National Retail Awards and it’s an exciting opportunity to recognise and appreciate our retail and industry leaders and the incredible work they do. You can help us acknowledge their achievements by nominating a retailer for one of our seventeen categories. The best part...

18 July 2023

Leaders in food and beverage urged to enter Australia’s prestigious national retail awards

The movers and shakers across Australia’s food and beverage industry are encouraged to nominate to have their excellence in...

The movers and shakers across Australia’s food and beverage industry are encouraged to nominate to have their excellence in innovation, customer service and business outcomes celebrated at the 2023 National Retail Awards, hosted by the National Retail Association. Nominations for the National Retail Awards close on 31 August 2023 and...

17 July 2023

Do you know a top-performing HR Manager?

HR managers and leaders are encouraged to nominate to have their excellence in leadership, strategy, and business outcomes celebrated...

HR managers and leaders are encouraged to nominate to have their excellence in leadership, strategy, and business outcomes celebrated at the 2023 National Retail Awards, hosted by the National Retail Association. Nominations for the National Retail Awards close on 31 August 2023 and are now free for all to enter. This...

17 July 2023

Engaging part-time employees: Perfecting Part-time

Of all employment types, part-time employment is the category with a notorious reputation for being inflexible and includes intricacies...

Of all employment types, part-time employment is the category with a notorious reputation for being inflexible and includes intricacies that, if not watched carefully, can catch employers out with unforeseen consequences. Consider this example, and how you would deal with this situation in your business: Jessie calls in sick the...

17 July 2023

APCO Update, new Soft Plastics labelling option

In case you missed the June APCO Update Webinar. Please find a summary of key topics in the webinar...

In case you missed the June APCO Update Webinar. Please find a summary of key topics in the webinar below and a Soft Plastics FAQ. New Check Locally label provides advice to consumers The webinar highlighted the introduction of a new label for soft plastics under the Australasian Recycling Label (ARL)....

17 July 2023