On Monday, the Federal Government tabled Tranche 3 of its controversial workplace relations reforms, the Closing the Loopholes Bill. The ARA released a media statement opposing the Bill, which seeks […]
Today, the ARA hosted a high impact conversation around Sustainability and Innovation to a sold-out breakfast audience in Melbourne. We have long regarded sustainability as the greatest disruptor retail has […]
Retail theft is again in the spotlight, with major Australian supermarkets among those impacted by the continuing prevalence of shoplifting. As we know, this affects the entire industry – and […]
Despite a welcome reprieve last week from further interest rate rises, we remain concerned about the continued slow down in consumer spending. Last week, the ABS revealed Australian retail sales […]
In welcome news for retailers and consumers, the Reserve Bank of Australia this week held interest rates at 4.1%, for the second consecutive month. We welcome this further pause of […]
Next February’s highly anticipated ARA Leaders Forum is taking shape, and we’re proud to announce one of the largest ever line-ups of retail leaders and CEOs of any Australian industry […]
With retail crime of increasing concern, the ARA is pleased to build on its important work in this area with the appointment of a dedicated Retail Crime Adviser. Larissa Mallison […]
This week, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) made the decision to hold interest rates at 4.1% – eliciting a sigh of relief from retailers and consumers alike. The welcome […]
It’s a huge day for NSW retailers and their teams, with the NSW Government introducing new legislation to implement tougher penalties for people who assault or abuse retail workers. The […]
Whilst mid-year sales are in full swing, cost of living pressures remain a significant concern for both customers and retailers. Consumer sentiment is reportedly stuck at recessionary levels and businesses […]
