Australians are set to spend more than $50 billion throughout the 2019 Christmas trade period, according to the NRA’s...
Australians are set to spend more than $50 billion throughout the 2019 Christmas trade period, according to the NRA’s Christmas forecasts that we released last week. It has been a trying year for retail and the busy holiday season could not have come quick enough. Throughout 2019 consumers have remained...
Rapid developments in technology have caused retail businesses (whether enterprise, SME, or startup) to adapt. Today’s market is more...
Rapid developments in technology have caused retail businesses (whether enterprise, SME, or startup) to adapt. Today’s market is more competitive, making it crucial for brands and companies to step up and keep pace with all the changes. As retailers, we bet that you've asked yourself — “Should I stick...
The National Retail Association (NRA) has today backed the Federal Government’s announcement that it will review the nation’s Modern...
The National Retail Association (NRA) has today backed the Federal Government’s announcement that it will review the nation’s Modern Awards in 2020. NRA CEO Dominique Lamb said that current workplace arrangements are complex, confusing and outdated. “Retailers across the country welcome today’s announcement from Industrial Relations Minister Christian Porter to review...
The National Retail Association (NRA) has today unveiled its Christmas sales forecasts, revealing that shoppers are to splurge more...
The National Retail Association (NRA) has today unveiled its Christmas sales forecasts, revealing that shoppers are to splurge more than $50,000 per minute in online purchases as part of a $50 billion spend across all retail. The Christmas trade period – encompassing the second-half of November and all of December...
By Alex Millman and Lindsay Carroll, NRA Legal With “wage theft” being a hot topic politically, Parliaments around Australia have...
By Alex Millman and Lindsay Carroll, NRA Legal With “wage theft” being a hot topic politically, Parliaments around Australia have undertaken inquiries into the matter at a State level since 2018. Following inquiries into “wage theft” in Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia, the Federal Opposition has established a similar inquiry...
I’d like to start my column this week by expressing my condolences to all those affected by the bushfires...
I’d like to start my column this week by expressing my condolences to all those affected by the bushfires that have ravaged numerous parts of the country. There is never a good time to experience the devastating impact of a natural disaster, but with just over a month until Christmas...
For most retailers, ensuring their appliances are energy efficient is seldom a priority. However, if retailers do set aside the...
For most retailers, ensuring their appliances are energy efficient is seldom a priority. However, if retailers do set aside the time and resources needed to select the right efficient appliances for their business, upgrading can quickly pay off. This may ultimately improve the bottom line, reduce emissions and gain reputational...
By Kyle Swain, Retail Director Aust & NZ, Lpc Cresa Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by the devastating fires...
By Kyle Swain, Retail Director Aust & NZ, Lpc Cresa Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by the devastating fires in New South Wales and Queensland which continue to threaten homes, businesses and possibly more lives this week as well as those affected by the severe storm event north of...
By Thomas Parer and Lindsay Carroll, NRA Legal With many Queensland and New South Wales residents displaced from homes...
By Thomas Parer and Lindsay Carroll, NRA Legal With many Queensland and New South Wales residents displaced from homes due to large-scale bushfires and wide swathes of the country on high fire alert, many employers are contending with the impact these natural disasters may have on their business and...
The following trends in retail crime have been witnessed by Brisbane retailers over the past few weeks, as relayed...
The following trends in retail crime have been witnessed by Brisbane retailers over the past few weeks, as relayed across the National Retail Association SafeCity Network. Thank you to all of the retailers reporting these crimes and trends. The more we all report, the more we all know. Products being targeted Guess...
Last week’s ABS retail figures demonstrated that retail is still yet to awaken from its slow sales slumber. Although turnover...
Last week’s ABS retail figures demonstrated that retail is still yet to awaken from its slow sales slumber. Although turnover across the sector rose by 0.2 per cent for September, it was still below what the NRA and many commentators were predicting. While it’s certainly too early to say that...
The NRA lauds the decision by the SA Government to again approve Boxing Day trade in Adelaide suburbs claiming...
The NRA lauds the decision by the SA Government to again approve Boxing Day trade in Adelaide suburbs claiming it will lead to a sales bonanza. Call us!
Christmas is the biggest period on the Australian retail calendar. Throughout November and December, Aussies flock to the shops...
Christmas is the biggest period on the Australian retail calendar. Throughout November and December, Aussies flock to the shops to purchase presents, fresh food and other goods for the festive season. It is also a vital time of year for retailers across the nation. A bumper Christmas harvest not only...
The National Retail Association encourages retailers to observe the one-minute’s silence on Remembrance Day on the 11th of November...
The National Retail Association encourages retailers to observe the one-minute’s silence on Remembrance Day on the 11th of November at 11.00am to pay tribute to those who have served during times of war and armed conflict. Advice for retailers and shopping centres Retailers within shopping centres and stores with the capacity...
The National Retail Association (NRA) has today declared that it is ready to consult with the Queensland Government on...
The National Retail Association (NRA) has today declared that it is ready to consult with the Queensland Government on proposed reforms to single-use plastic laws. Earlier today Queensland Environment Minister Leanne Enoch announced that the Government would look to introduce legislation to scrap items such as plastic straws, cutlery and...
By Alexander Millman and Lindsay Carroll, NRA Legal Members of the National Retail Association (NRA) are experiencing an increase in...
By Alexander Millman and Lindsay Carroll, NRA Legal Members of the National Retail Association (NRA) are experiencing an increase in chargeback fraud following changes to the transaction disputation rules of major card providers. In 2018, both Visa and MasterCard changed their transaction disputation rules to make the process of challenging a...