Australian Retailers Association
There is a slow shift towards incorporating design aspects that create more inclusive shopping experiences for customers of all neurotypes. Retailers willing to explore this hidden customer segment can deliver a more easy, engaging and inclusive experience both in-store and online.
ARA members and partners gathered at the Sofitel in Melbourne on 8 March to celebrate International Women’s Day, network with their peers, and share insights for how we can innovate
As product stewardship schemes continue to grow around Australia, we sit down with Director of the Product Stewardship Centre of Excellence, John Gertsakis, to understand more about how retailers in
The ARA is proud to announce a new collaboration with Edge Impact and Two Point Co to help ARA members on their sustainability and impact journey.
Retail crime continues to be a concern with many businesses recording an increase in shoplifting.
In the latest Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research data coming out of New South Wales, retail theft increased 23.7% year-on-year.
Today is National Closing the Gap Day, a day of action to pledge support for achieving indigenous health equality by 2030. As part of the ARA’s reconciliation journey, we have made a commitment to use our reach to raise awareness with our members about days of significance for First Nations communities, like Closing the Gap Day.
ACT and NT – No restrictions NSW – Closed Good Friday,7 April and Easter Sunday, 9 April; Anzac Day trading from 1pm VIC – Closed Good Friday, 7 April, Anzac
If a crime such as theft or violence takes place at your business, staff and customers who witnessed the event may be asked to provide a police statement. A police
This week we’re excited to launch the 2023 ARA Retail Insights Report – our annual overview of the retail outlook. The way the retail sector is perceived, and its public profile is essential to our long-term success.
As we move further into the first quarter of 2023, and with energy prices across Australia still volatile many businesses like yours have undoubtedly experienced increased costs as a result of rising wholesale prices.
