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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Retailers support productivity focus by Albanese Government

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and the National Retail Association (NRA) strongly support the focus of the Albanese Government...

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and the National Retail Association (NRA) strongly support the focus of the Albanese Government on productivity in its second term. Responding to the Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese’s National Press Club address today, ARA Chief Executive Officer, Chris Rodwell said: “Every Australian has a vested interest in...

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Victorian retailers back urgent action to ban machetes

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and National Retail Association (NRA) say the Victorian Government’s decision to ban the sale...

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and National Retail Association (NRA) say the Victorian Government’s decision to ban the sale of machetes is an important response to the horrifying events at Northland shopping centre last night, but broader reforms are urgently needed. “Data shows that criminals are increasingly using knives and...

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Workplace Investigations Masterclass

NRA Legal’s Workplace Investigation Masterclass is designed to equip managers, business owners, and HRM professionals with the skills they...

NRA Legal’s Workplace Investigation Masterclass is designed to equip managers, business owners, and HRM professionals with the skills they need to conduct a procedurally fair investigation into allegations of misconduct. This masterclass has been developed to address real issues affecting businesses, including: what to do without CCTV footage or independent...

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10
Jul

How to maximise occupancy cost savings for your head office

Futureproof leasing decisions. Stronger business outcomes. Description: Some retailers have mastered retail leasing - but securing the right terms for your...

Futureproof leasing decisions. Stronger business outcomes. Description: Some retailers have mastered retail leasing - but securing the right terms for your head office requires a different strategy. Office leases come with a unique set of risks, cost structures, and negotiation levers that can easily be overlooked. In this webinar, LPC explores...

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