Did you know drink containers are the most commonly littered item after cigarette butts?

These containers contribute to the volume of litter in Australia. Litter has serious, environmental, amenity and public health impacts – however this can be prevented.

Given the substantial changes such a scheme presents to manufacturers, retailers and consumers, the National Retail Association is actively involved in the Container Refund Scheme Advisory Group, aimed at maximising the success of the initiative while minimising disruption to retailers.

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SA retail crime improvement highlights impact of focused government response

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and National Retail Association (NRA) have acknowledged positive results released this week by South...

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and National Retail Association (NRA) have acknowledged positive results released this week by South Australia around retail theft and broader crime categories, as an example of what’s achievable nationally. South Australian Treasurer, Stephen Mulligan, said the state has seen a drop for the fifth consecutive...

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PFAS session recording available

We understand that some businesses may still be experiencing confusion or challenges while preparing for the new PFAS controls due...

We understand that some businesses may still be experiencing confusion or challenges while preparing for the new PFAS controls due to come into effect 1 July.  On Friday 4 April, National Retail facilitated an Industry Information Session with guest speaker Sonia Goldie, Director – Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management Section, DCCEEW. Ms Goldie provided an...

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Upcoming Events

26
May

Workforce Planning Essentials: Build the team you need to grow

NRA MEMBER EXCLUSIVE: Free Webinar for Small Business Month Planning your workforce doesn't need to be overwhelming. Join us for a free*, practical...

NRA MEMBER EXCLUSIVE: Free Webinar for Small Business Month Planning your workforce doesn't need to be overwhelming. Join us for a free*, practical webinar designed to help small business owners take control of their workforce needs and set their teams up for long-term success. In this webinar, you'll learn how to: Understand what workforce...

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29
May

Redundancy and Restructuring Essentials Webinar

In today's unpredictable and dynamic business landscape, workforce restructuring is often unavoidable. Employers can be faced with the difficult...

In today's unpredictable and dynamic business landscape, workforce restructuring is often unavoidable. Employers can be faced with the difficult decision to make an employee’s position redundant to successfully meet the operational requirements of their business. However, navigating this process can be difficult and expose employers to claims from their...

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