People are, rightfully so, asking about how coronavirus can be transmitted, and the focus is now on food and...
People are, rightfully so, asking about how coronavirus can be transmitted, and the focus is now on food and food packaging. Can buying groceries or getting takeaway pose a risk? According to the World Health Organization, as well as the Australian and New Zealand governments, there is no risk of...
As part of the "Plastic Pollution Reduction Plan," the Queensland Government is introducing legislation that will allow specific single-use...
As part of the "Plastic Pollution Reduction Plan," the Queensland Government is introducing legislation that will allow specific single-use plastic products to be banned by 1 July 2021, starting with straws, cutlery, plates and stirrers. The Queensland Government is currently seeking feedback on the proposed ban through an online survey...
McDonald's Australia have announced that they will display the country of origin of the ingredients in their products. From 1...
McDonald's Australia have announced that they will display the country of origin of the ingredients in their products. From 1 July 2018, the adoption of the country of origin food labelling system was mandatory for most foods sold in retail stores, markets and vending machines, whether packaged or unpackaged. The Information...
The Hon. Rob Lucas, MLC, has announced an exemption to coronavirus trading hours, up to and including Tuesday 19th...
The Hon. Rob Lucas, MLC, has announced an exemption to coronavirus trading hours, up to and including Tuesday 19th May 2020. The exemption applies to non-exempt shops anThe exemption applies to non-exempt shops and essential services in the Greater Adelaide Shopping District, excluding car and boat dealerships. Contact us!d...
In response to the pandemic and the volume of questions from the public, the Australian Government has rolled out...
In response to the pandemic and the volume of questions from the public, the Australian Government has rolled out an official app for immediate download. The Coronavirus app is available on the App Store and Google Play for free. In a time where there are opinions about the virus everywhere,...
Western Australia’s Containers for Change Scheme was a government initiative designed to improve recycling rates, provide jobs for the...
Western Australia’s Containers for Change Scheme was a government initiative designed to improve recycling rates, provide jobs for the community and present charities with an opportunity to fundraise. Unfortunately, due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Scheme’s launch date has been postponed. Containers for Change was originally due to start on...
Coronavirus has changed the way customers shop and how retail businesses operate. Many shops have closed their doors but...
Coronavirus has changed the way customers shop and how retail businesses operate. Many shops have closed their doors but essential services, like supermarkets, have the challenge of staying open and ensuring the safety of visiting customers. Social distancing measures are in place but are now evolving closer to Easter...
On 29 March, the Prime Minister announced a “common set of principles” in relation to commercial leasing. The parties...
On 29 March, the Prime Minister announced a “common set of principles” in relation to commercial leasing. The parties to this document understand that states and territories will implement these principles as they see fit, including through possible retail lease legislation. In this regard, the parties to this document propose...
The National Cabinet has given the New South Wales government the power to ban evictions in “particular circumstances”. Prime...
The National Cabinet has given the New South Wales government the power to ban evictions in “particular circumstances”. Prime Minister Scott Morrison has previously said he expects the ban period to be six months, which is the current predict for the duration of the coronavirus crisis. Last night in state parliament an...
Senator the Hon Michaelia Cash Minister for Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business Senator for Western Australia $17.6 billion stimulus package -...
Senator the Hon Michaelia Cash Minister for Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business Senator for Western Australia $17.6 billion stimulus package - assistance available to small businesses COVID-19 is having a significant impact on the Australian economy. The Government has moved quickly to put in place health measures to protect the Australian community from...
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Current status The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced that COVID-19 is a pandemic. 126 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed, including 3...
Australia has woken up this morning to empty shelves in the toilet aisle, and hashtags like #ToiletPaperApocalypse, #ToiletPaperCrisis, and...
Australia has woken up this morning to empty shelves in the toilet aisle, and hashtags like #ToiletPaperApocalypse, #ToiletPaperCrisis, and #ToiletPaperGate trending. Woolworths Group announced a purchasing limit on toilet paper packs in a media release yesterday, and shoppers have reported utter pandemonium in the aisles, just like in the...
The National Retail Association has today thrown its support behind Victoria’s new bottle deposit scheme, saying it will help...
The National Retail Association has today thrown its support behind Victoria’s new bottle deposit scheme, saying it will help create a more uniform national environment. CEO Dominique Lamb said the scheme announced by the State Government would help reduce the number of bottles finding their way into creeks and rivers,...
In a clear and concise Facebook post earlier this morning, Premier of Victoria Daniel Andrews announced that Victoria will...
In a clear and concise Facebook post earlier this morning, Premier of Victoria Daniel Andrews announced that Victoria will be the latest state adopted a container deposit scheme. The problem with drink containers They are the second most commonly littered item (after cigarette butts). They pollute the natural environment and...
The WA Containers for Change pricing scheme for first responsible suppliers (beverage manufacturers) has now been announced. Set to...
The WA Containers for Change pricing scheme for first responsible suppliers (beverage manufacturers) has now been announced. Set to commence operation on 2 June 2020, Containers for Change will provide a 10-cent refund for each eligible container returned for recycling at an approved Containers for Change Refund Point. The...
The Queensland Police Service have recommended all businesses check their security measures following a spate of break and enter...
The Queensland Police Service have recommended all businesses check their security measures following a spate of break and enter offences. In multiple cases, offenders have turned off the power to a premises, which deactivated alarms and CCTV systems. The loss of these security measures make a premises vulnerable to criminals...