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15 February 2021

Adelaide Cup public holiday means more retailers can open their doors across suburban Adelaide

For the first time in South Australian history all shops across suburban Adelaide can open their doors on the Adelaide Cup public holiday. Visit us!

Penalty Rates Bill slams the door on higher salaries, choice and flexibility

The passing of the Federal Government’s penalty rates bill undermines the independence of the Fair Work Commission and is...

The passing of the Federal Government’s penalty rates bill undermines the independence of the Fair Work Commission and is a missed opportunity to create greater choice and flexibility that would lift salaries and improve job security, the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and National Retail Association (NRA) said today. ARA CEO...

28 August 2025

Australian retailers committed to safer workplaces

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and National Retail Association (NRA) confirmed today that retailers across Australia are making major...

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and National Retail Association (NRA) confirmed today that retailers across Australia are making major investments in creating safer workplaces in the face of significant industry challenges, especially in response to the surge in retail crime. Australian Retailers Association CEO, Chris Rodwell, reinforced that workplace wellbeing...

26 August 2025

New rules for WA produce & deli bags

Plastic barrier bags for loose fruit, vegetables, dry foods, meat, seafood, and dairy products are being phased out in...

Plastic barrier bags for loose fruit, vegetables, dry foods, meat, seafood, and dairy products are being phased out in WA. The change aims to reduce plastic waste and ensure compatibility with composting systems. What’s changing: From 1 October 2025: Plastic bags that don’t meet the new design standard for loose fruit,...

26 August 2025