Shoppers’ wallets remain shut despite rates hold

Today, the Reserve Bank once again held rates, but shoppers’ wallets remain shut to struggling retailers. The Australian Bureau of...

Today, the Reserve Bank once again held rates, but shoppers’ wallets remain shut to struggling retailers. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reported that year-on-year sales flatlined in July, despite efforts by retailers to encourage spending. National Retail Association (NRA) Interim CEO Lindsay Carroll said the sector is bracing for a...

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Australian Government: Packaging Reform Consultation

IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION FROM AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT Stakeholder update on Packaging Regulatory Reform Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water...

IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION FROM AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT Stakeholder update on Packaging Regulatory Reform Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) Webinar: 25 September 2024, 11am - 12pm AEST - SOLD OUT *First session sold out, Second session announced: Thurs 26 Sept 11.30am Register here > UPDATE: Paper released: https://consult.dcceew.gov.au/reform-of-packaging-regulation Join DCCEEW for an...

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Have your say: NSW Plastics Plan 2025-2030

New NSW Plastics Paper open for industry feedback now NSW EPA published an exploratory paper with a consultation and submission...

New NSW Plastics Paper open for industry feedback now NSW EPA published an exploratory paper with a consultation and submission period early this year. National Retail provided an extensive submission and attended consultation workshops outlining industry's roadmap for single-use plastics and our recommended strategies to develop a truly circular economy...

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NSW Plastics Ban important updates and webinar

Businesses are encouraged to ensure they will be compliant with the NSW Plastics Ban as previous exemptions end soon. The...

Businesses are encouraged to ensure they will be compliant with the NSW Plastics Ban as previous exemptions end soon. The NSW Plastic Ban came into effect in two stages during 2022. The ban included a range of items, such as single-use plastic straws, cutlery, plates, unlidded bowls and lightweight plastic...

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That’s a wrap! National Retail Roadshow 2024

The National Retail Roadshow 2024 has officially wrapped up after a successful series of events in Brisbane, Melbourne, and...

The National Retail Roadshow 2024 has officially wrapped up after a successful series of events in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney. Over three weeks, retail professionals and industry leaders gathered to explore the evolving retail landscape through the lenses of People, Planet, and Performance. Each city brought fresh insights, meaningful...

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“Flatlining sales put retailers on edge,” peak industry body says

Sky-high interest rates and conservative spending have caused year-on-year spending in July to flatline, as revealed by the Australian...

Sky-high interest rates and conservative spending have caused year-on-year spending in July to flatline, as revealed by the Australian Bureau of Statistics' latest retail trade update. National Retail Association Interim CEO Lindsay Carroll said the unchanged trade figures in July 2024 are worrisome, given Australia’s exploding population growth. “The industry is...

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Have your say: Tasmania Plastic Bans

New Tasmanian Plastics Paper open for industry feedback now Consultation closes 1 October 2024 In line with Tasmania's commitment to sustainable...

New Tasmanian Plastics Paper open for industry feedback now Consultation closes 1 October 2024 In line with Tasmania's commitment to sustainable practices, the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (DNET) is considering a phase-out of certain single-use plastic items and seeks input from both businesses and the community. Transitioning away from...

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NSW Government – Changes to Anzac Day trading hours

Under the New South Wales Retail Trading Amendment (Anzac Day Trading Hours) Bill 2024,some businesses will be required to remain...

Under the New South Wales Retail Trading Amendment (Anzac Day Trading Hours) Bill 2024,some businesses will be required to remain closed on Anzac Day. The trading hours restriction was announced on July 10, 2024, by the Premier of New South Wales, the Hon Chris Minns MP. Currently, retail traders including fashion...

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Using green claims – with minimal regulatory risk

In response to growing concerns regarding the use by industry of ‘green claims’ and more specifically ‘greenwashing’, the ACCC...

In response to growing concerns regarding the use by industry of ‘green claims’ and more specifically ‘greenwashing’, the ACCC published in December 2023 a guide for business on Making Environmental Claims. The guide is comprehensive (almost 40 pages), and whilst it contains specific advice, it serves as a guide to...

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Retailers welcome RBA call to keep rates on hold

Retailers have welcomed the decision by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to keep interest rates on hold. The move...

Retailers have welcomed the decision by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to keep interest rates on hold. The move comes off the back off the back of a couple of days of sharemarket volatility, while consumers continue to tighten their belts due to cost-of-living pressures. NRA Interim CEO Lindsay Carroll...

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Retailers concerned by proposal for state-owned fuel stations

The National Retail Association (NRA) has today voiced concern regarding the announcement from the QLD State Government that it...

The National Retail Association (NRA) has today voiced concern regarding the announcement from the QLD State Government that it would open a dozen state-owned fuel stations. It is an unprecedented movie, with no other state or territory government in Australia having made such an extensive intervention into the market. NRA Interim...

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Reserve Bank urged to show restraint after lucky bump to June trade

Retailers have urged the Reserve Bank to show restraint at their make-or-break monetary policy board meeting in August, following...

Retailers have urged the Reserve Bank to show restraint at their make-or-break monetary policy board meeting in August, following a positive June retail trade result. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) revealed today that June retail trade rose by 0.5 per cent from May and by 2.9 per cent year...

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ACCC introduces two new infant sleep product mandatory standards

The Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services, the Hon. Stephen Jones MP, has made new safety and information...

The Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services, the Hon. Stephen Jones MP, has made new safety and information standards for infant sleep products and inclined non-sleep products. These standards have been introduced to reduce the risk of death and injury to infants. The Consumer Goods (Infant Sleep Products)...

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Uniting Forces: Collective Action against Retail Crime

Retail crime in Australia has escalated from a minor nuisance to a significant threat, impacting businesses, employees, and consumers...

Retail crime in Australia has escalated from a minor nuisance to a significant threat, impacting businesses, employees, and consumers alike. The National Retail Association (NRA) and the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) recently joined forces to hold the Retail Crime Symposium in Melbourne, which brought together government, law enforcement, and...

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5 Reasons Why You Should Attend the National Retail Roadshow

Don't miss this chance to elevate your retail business! The National Retail Roadshow offers a dynamic and informative experience...

Don't miss this chance to elevate your retail business! The National Retail Roadshow offers a dynamic and informative experience designed to equip you with the knowledge, connections, and strategies needed for success.  Here are 5 compelling reasons to attend:  Exclusive Networking Opportunities: Attending the Roadshow allows you to connect with...

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Australia’s peak retail bodies tackle retail crime head-on

In response to the rise in retail crime across the country, the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and the National...

In response to the rise in retail crime across the country, the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and the National Retail Association (NRA) are joining forces to call for major changes to improve the safety of retail staff and business owners. This includes stronger laws and deterrents for offenders, improved relationships...

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