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Australians overwhelmingly back facial recognition to protect retail workers from serious crime
New national research shows Australians strongly support the targeted use of facial recognition technology (FRT) to protect retail workers and customers from serious and repeat criminal behaviour. Independent polling commissioned by the Australian Retail Council (ARC) and conducted by RedBridge found clear majority support for facial recognition technology where there are serious risks
Love is in the air, but fewer Australians are spending this Valentine’s Day
Fewer Australians are planning to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year, but those who do are still finding room to treat their special someone, according to new research from the Australia Retail Council (ARC) and Roy Morgan.
December retail spending cools after early sales surge
Total household spending on retail reached $38.6 billion, with growth strongest in cafes, restaurants and takeaway food services (up 8.2 per cent). More discretionary categories such as clothing, household goods and department stores recorded more modest gains, reflecting ongoing pressure on household budgets.
It’s time to back the retailers that back Australia
The newly formed Australian Retail Council (ARC) has lodged its first major submission, outlining seven targeted reforms to strengthen retail productivity, support investment and ease cost of living pressures for Australian households and businesses as part of the pre-Budget process.
New era for Australian retail as Australian Retail Council opens for business
Australia’s retail sector has entered a new era with the formal launch of the Australian Retail Council (ARC), a single, unified voice representing the interests of retailers of all sizes across the country. ARC is formed through the amalgamation of the ARA and NRA…