We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions from our membership to provide more clarity about what you...
We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions from our membership to provide more clarity about what you can and cannot do in Queensland after Friday, 17 December. GENERAL Q: Have government public health orders for mandatory vaccination in Queensland been published? A: Yes, the new Public Health and Social...
Queensland Health Minister Yvette D'Ath this morning outlined the details of the Public Health Directions taking effect from 17...
Queensland Health Minister Yvette D'Ath this morning outlined the details of the Public Health Directions taking effect from 17 December. From this date, there will be no capacity restrictions on businesses permitted to only allow fully vaccinated people to attend their premises. People who aren’t vaccinated against COVID-19 will be unable...
Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by the devastating flooding occurring in the past week. Having assisted numerous retailers...
Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by the devastating flooding occurring in the past week. Having assisted numerous retailers impacted by flooding over recent years, we have some idea of the financial and mental stress these events can place on small business owners. Actioning a few critical steps during...
In welcome news for retail employers, the Fair Work Commission has resolved a drafting error concerning minimum daily engagements...
In welcome news for retail employers, the Fair Work Commission has resolved a drafting error concerning minimum daily engagements for casual employees under the General Retail Industry Award 2020 (Retail Award). During the plain language redraft of the Retail Award in October 2020, the description of the minimum daily engagement...
After the Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme (the Scheme) ends on 15 January 2022, Victorian tenants and landlords under financial strain will still have access to the Victorian Small Business Commission’s (VSBC)...
After the Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme (the Scheme) ends on 15 January 2022, Victorian tenants and landlords under financial strain will still have access to the Victorian Small Business Commission’s (VSBC) support. Although tenants will no longer be entitled to rent relief, tenants and landlords will still have the option of talking with each other about their situation and trying to negotiate and...
The final month of the year has arrived and we’re into the home stretch before the Christmas and New...
The final month of the year has arrived and we’re into the home stretch before the Christmas and New Year break. At the time of writing, Melbourne police are currently investigating an incident where a Dymocks employee was pushed to the ground unconscious and shoved down an escalator. A Melbourne...
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 1 February. As one of the most rapidly evolving industries in the world, staying ahead of retail trends is key to maintaining an edge over your competitors. How often do you register...
Business groups the National Retail Association (NRA) and the Australian Booksellers Association (ABA) have declared that Victorian retailers have...
Business groups the National Retail Association (NRA) and the Australian Booksellers Association (ABA) have declared that Victorian retailers have had enough of customer abuse. Last week a Dymocks employee was knocked unconscious and pushed down a moving escalator, the latest example of the violent behaviour endured by retailers across the...
Headlines have been dominated by the new COVID-19 variant, just as Australia has been looking forward to a return...
Headlines have been dominated by the new COVID-19 variant, just as Australia has been looking forward to a return to normalcy this Christmas. While much is yet to be learned about this variant, we will be watching today’s National Cabinet meeting closely. International travellers have already had their “welcome...
Partner article Learn how retailers and the government used the Dotdigital automated platform to turn consumer data into exceptional experiences for their customers. Visit...
Partner article Learn how retailers and the government used the Dotdigital automated platform to turn consumer data into exceptional experiences for their customers. Visit Victoria is the primary tourism and events company for the state of Victoria in Australia. It is responsible for increasing the economic benefits of tourism to the state by showcasing...
The way we manage waste and recycling in Victoria is changing. Key changes include: banning some single-use plastic items; a...
The way we manage waste and recycling in Victoria is changing. Key changes include: banning some single-use plastic items; a container deposit scheme; support for businesses to improve how they use materials, saving money and reducing waste; a new legislative requirement for businesses to sort commonly recyclable materials and organic...
The National Retail Association is delighted to support the Series on industry initiatives supporting mentally healthy workplaces, which has...
The National Retail Association is delighted to support the Series on industry initiatives supporting mentally healthy workplaces, which has been released by the National Mental Health Commission. Are you interested in how your business can create a mentally healthy workplace? A new three-part resource showcases current industry-level approaches and provides a...
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has revealed some bright news for Australian retail to coincide with today’s Black...
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has revealed some bright news for Australian retail to coincide with today’s Black Friday sales. According to the October retail trade report compiled by the ABS, sales soared by 4.9 per cent on September’s results. NRA CEO Dominique Lamb said the end of lockdowns in...
Australian retail is poised for a Black Friday to Cyber Monday bonanza, with shoppers set to splurge $5.6 billion...
Australian retail is poised for a Black Friday to Cyber Monday bonanza, with shoppers set to splurge $5.6 billion nationwide over the following four days. The Black Friday to Cyber Monday shopping period is fast growing into the busiest few days on the Australian retail calendar, with consumers swooping in...
As 2021 is nearing a close, the Australian Tax Office (ATO) have released some helpful resources for small businesses...
As 2021 is nearing a close, the Australian Tax Office (ATO) have released some helpful resources for small businesses to consider before the end of the year. Five rules to good record keeping Good record keeping can help you run your business better and reduce the time you spend on administrative...
Each year, the Minister for the Environment announces the product stewardship priority list that identifies products most in need...
Each year, the Minister for the Environment announces the product stewardship priority list that identifies products most in need of product stewardship action. In a first, the next list will be informed following a call for public nominations, which encourages retailers to also contribute their suggestions. Product stewardship schemes are...