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Retail
‘Tough cop’: Albo’s ‘shrinkflation’ crackdown
A new phase of the supermarket crackdown is about to be rolled out, with Anthony Albanese saying Australians need “a tough cop on the beat”.
Iconic Aussie food brand reveals next move
An iconic Aussie brand has revealed a major merger with two other companies as it plans its next move.
What is open this October long weekend
The majority of the country has Monday off for a public holiday. This is what will and won’t be open.
US founder weighs in on Aussie ‘cookie scam’
The founder of the real Crumbl Cookies has hinted at an exciting update for Australian fans after a ‘scam’ pop-up emerged in Sydney.
Coles store evacuated as toilet paper set on fire
Shoppers and staff at a major supermarket were forced to evacuate when an arsonist targeted the toilet paper section of the store.
Major retailer in trouble, axes 200 stores
The well known retailer is axing some of its most recognisable brands as it tries to deal with a financial fallout.
Aussie shares retreat on mining pullback
The Australian sharemarket retreated from record highs on Tuesday on a sharp sell-off in the mining sector.
Surprise reason for Aussies’ spending
August’s retail trade figures have revealed higher-than-expected growth, with experts putting it down to one surprising factor.
Surprise reason for Aussies’ spending
August’s retail trade figures have revealed higher-than-expected growth, with experts putting it down to one surprising factor.
Twist in supermarket crackdown
A major crackdown on supermarket practices is underway, but a key element could be easier said than done.
‘Be wary’: Inside China’s Temu and SHEIN Aussie shopping boom
Aussies have spent $3 billion with Chinese owned sites SHEIN and Temu in the past year. Economists, cyber security experts and human rights advocates are sounding the alarm.
‘Furious’: Hip suburb erupts at KFC move
Legendary fast-food icon KFC has been approved for one of Australia’s multicultural jewels, and some locals are not happy.
Wine company’s plan to take on retailers
A leading Aussie wine company has unveiled how it is taking on what they have called “misleading” conduct by retailers that leaves makers “squeezed more than the grapes”.
Wine company’s plan to take on retailers
A leading Aussie wine company has unveiled how it is taking on what they have called “misleading” conduct by retailers that leaves makers “squeezed more than the grapes”.
Shopping habit making Aussies pay more
Aussie shoppers tend to stick to one major grocery store, instead of shopping around based on price, with the act increasing the market share of major players.
Shopping habit making Aussies pay more
Aussie shoppers tend to stick to one major grocery store, instead of shopping around based on price, with the act increasing the market share of major players.
Next indignity for Coles, Woolies
Woolies and Coles have copped heat on various fronts, including being sued by the ACCC, and now a class action lawyer says this should happen.
’Treated as fools’: PM’s take on grocery prices
The Prime Minister says “customers don’t deserve to be treated as fools” after the findings of the largest supermarket inquiry in 15 years.
’Treated as fools’: PM’s take on grocery prices
The Prime Minister says “customers don’t deserve to be treated as fools” after the findings of the largest supermarket inquiry in 15 years.
ACCC whacks energy giant with $14m fine
A corporate giant has copped a $14m fine for misleading customers over prices.
Aussie shares snap three-day losing streak
The Australian sharemarket snapped a three-day losing streak on Thursday in a frothy rebound propelled by consumer stocks.
Major company collapses after 34 years
Another player in Australia’s food industry, which was a recognisable brand, has gone bust with 60 jobs at risk.
What’s on in Melbourne this Friday
If you manage to dodge the supermarket rush this Friday public holiday in Melbourne, there is plenty to see and do around the city.
How Solomon Lew plans to get his retail mojo back
The billionaire retailer has three big strategic issues to tackle to get his empire of Smiggle through to Just Jeans firing again.
‘Too expensive’: Gym collapses, staff hit
A gym that opened less than a year ago and which was run entirely by ex-prisoners to give them a second chance at life has collapsed.
Coles’ surprising take from every $1 spent
The boss of one of Australia’s two supermarket giants has been grilled on the behemoth’s profit margins.
Company collapses, customer deposits gone
The business belonging to a man twice named Young Australian of the Year, and who was later convicted of fraud, has collapsed with debts exceeding $1 million.
Aussie shares jump on Fed cut fever
The local sharemarket lifted on Monday as buoyant investors cheered the prospect of a September rate cut in the world’s largest economy.
Urgent safety recall for popular bike
An urgent recall has been issued for a popular bike after a flaw was detected that could lead to ‘serious injury’.
‘Broken my heart’: Aussie brand collapses
An Australian fashion brand has collapsed into voluntary administration as the owner is forced to repossess her car.
National chain collapses owing $21m
The debts of a disgraced national restaurant chain that collapsed have snowballed past the $21 million mark as authorities take action.
Australia’s top rated supermarket revealed
Satisfied customers have crowned this supermarket the best for the 7th year in a row.
Whiskey sold at Dan Murphy’s recalled
The liquor sold across Australia has been urgently recalled because of undeclared allergy concerns.
‘Terrible year’: Domino’s financials fall flat
Domino’s investors opening the yearly results are having a tough time digesting the cold, soggy returns.
Dire warning for ‘stagnant’ Aussie jobs
The Australian economy is growing at its slowest rate since a sharp recession in the early 1990s and it’s particularly bad news for white-collar workers.
Huge cost of cyber attack revealed
Small Aussie businesses have glaring holes in their cyber security, and it’s costing them dearly as tougher penalties take effect.
China blow to cost Australia billions
Chinese manufacturing, and it turns out Chinese babies, have left their mark on the ASX on Monday despite the market closing up.
Major update after Booktopia collapse
Struggling book retailer Booktopia has been purchased by an electronics businessman after falling into voluntary administration earlier this year.
Domino’s mind-boggling new pizza ‘experiment’
Foodies unable to decide between snacks this grand final season are in luck with the launch of a new “experimental” pizza.
One group keeping cash alive in Australia
A new report has made surprising findings about the use of cash and the number of businesses accepting cash in Australia.
Aussie shares end week up
Steadfast on not cutting rates anytime soon, the RBA governor’s comments have done little to dampen the mood on the ASX on Friday.
‘No doubt’: Explosive CFMEU claims
Shocking claims about the controversial CFMEU have been made at a hearing into Australia’s cost-of-living crisis.
‘Devastating’: Popular bakery shuts stores
A popular pastry chain is set to shut its doors in one major city, citing rising costs and a tough economic climate for the shock decision.
JB Hi-Fi steps into the bathroom and out of its comfort zone
For those that haven’t heard of homewares retailer e&s, megabrand JB Hi-Fi is about to change all that. This is why.
Resilient consumer sector lifts Aussie shares
Bumper results from a bellwether retail giant injected renewed confidence into the Aussie sharemarket on Monday.
Bunnings item recalled over child death fears
A common item sold at Bunnings Warehouse stores across the country has been recalled over fears it could seriously injure or kill young children.
Deadly risk in common Bunnings item
A common item sold at Bunnings Warehouse stores across the country has been recalled over fears it could seriously injure or kill young children.
Teen’s ‘impulsive’ act that made her millions
A hugely successful young Aussie has revealed the “impulse” decision she made as a teenager that led to her running a multimillion-dollar business.
Fears major Aussie retailer in big trouble
Its shares slumped after a major announcement from the retailer which employs 4000 staff and has 700 stores.
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