On Friday 19th July, a little-known computer update called CrowdStrike Falcon triggered an IT meltdown that took down digital infrastructure, systems and terminals on a global scale. Seemingly all at
Earlier today, the ARA voiced its disappointment on the decision of the NSW Government to ban trading for larger retailers on ANZAC Day – noting that the current approach strikes
NAIDOC Week is an annual celebration recognising and honoring the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The week-long event not only serves as a time
Following the ARA’s application to vary the General Retail Industry Award (GRIA) in February 2024, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) last week released determinations to vary clauses 21.2 & 15.7 (c)
Creating a more inclusive retail sector is a vital focus for the ARA and last week we were proud to co-host our third annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) Symposium,
Last week marked another important moment in our collective efforts to build a more inclusive retail sector, with our third annual Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Symposium, co-hosted with ARA
The impacts of retail crime continue to be felt across the sector with the release of Victoria’s crime statistics last week. There was a concerning 17% increase in theft offences recorded for
The spectacular three-day event attracted over 7,000 registrants from over 40 countries across Asia Pacific and the globe, in addition to participation from 238 exhibitors The inaugural NRF 2024: Retail’s
This week, the Australian Retailers Association welcomed the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) decision to again hold cash rates at 4.35% following subdued retail trade data. Whilst this does not alleviate pressure
Australia has 11 workers’ compensation schemes, each governed by different laws. In Queensland, WorkSafe Queensland regulates the scheme, while WorkCover Queensland, a government-owned but self-funded insurer, manages claims. In this
