Trick to get the best Black Friday discounts
A sales expert has shared her tips on how you can get the most out of the once-a-year epic sale event.
Retail
Woolies staff strikes to cause Xmas chaos
Workers at four Woolworths warehouses have walked off the job over pay disputes, which could lead to major supply issues in the lead-up to Christmas.
‘Bare shelves’ threat over Woolies strike
More than 1500 Woolworths warehouse workers will walk off the job on Thursday over a pay dispute, threatening bare shelves for shoppers.
‘Worried’: Biggest threat to Coles, Woolies
The chief executive of a supermarket giant has admitted she is “worried” about a US company as more and more Aussies hunt for better prices.
Bleak warning to Black Friday shoppers
Aussie consumers are urged to stay vigilant when shopping online over the upcoming festive sales period to avoid being scammed.
Major ruling on Bunnings cameras
Cameras capturing the faces of shoppers at one of Australia’s biggest retailers breached privacy laws, the Privacy Commissioner has ruled.
Aussies to drop record amount in four days
After another year battling the cost-of-living crisis, consumers are expected to spend a record amount of cash across a weekend stacked with sales.
‘Fiercely competitive’: Woolies boss’ claim
The boss of one half of Australia’s supermarket duopoly has made a curious comment on competition in the sector under questioning from the consumer watchdog.
Aussies left with nothing in $3.2m collapse
A company which collapsed with millions in debt is now under investigation by a consumer affairs body.
Simple hack to prepare for Christmas lunch
Cost-of-living threatens to blow out the cost of Christmas lunch for lots of Aussies, but one retailer reckons there’s an easy way to space out spending for the big day.
Protesters target Myer Christmas tradition
A Christmas tradition typically attended by families and scaled back following backlash has been targeted by protesters who said they “look stupid”.
If you pay for this, you’re a ‘sucker’
An economist has lifted the lid on an extremely sneaky tactic the supermarket giants are using to manipulate us – and line their pockets.
Class action filed against Coles, Woolies
Legal papers have officially been filed against Coles and Woolworths on behalf of consumers in relation to alleged dodgy sale prices.
Chocolates pulled from Aussie shelves
A favourite chocolate treat many families enjoy at Christmas has been discontinued.
Coles’ big change to way Aussies shop
In an Australian first, Coles has revealed it will launch a trial of AI-powered trolleys that scan and track products in real time.
‘Shocked me’: 2005 receipt you have to see
An Aussie mum has revealed the old receipt she found and the “crazy” 2024 reality it exposes.
Reason young workers miss out on $10k
An old law is costing Australian workers about $10,000 in superannuation by the time they retire, according to a peak body.
Coles worker’s astonishing claim goes viral
An anonymous Coles worker has accused the supermarket giant of “gaslighting” its customers after a shopper slammed the price of a popular sweet snack.
Aussie coffee war erupts over jar detail
A major legal fight has erupted between Aussie coffee brand Vittoria and the second largest coffee company in the world, all over a single detail in the company’s instant coffee glass jar packaging.
’Nowhere else’: Grim reality for Aussie farmers
Aussie farmers are up in arms about supermarket behemoths Coles and Woolies, but an ACCC hearing has heard they have nowhere else to go.
Huge change at pizza giant announced
The popular fast food chain made a big announcement on Tuesday that could reshape the pizza maker for years to come.
How Lego passion became $12m business
An Aussie entrepreneur has revealed the argument that gave him the inspiration for his $12m business, marking the “only time” his wife was wrong.
Jewish Aldi manager denies shocking claims
Nikita Potapov says a staff member first mentioned what he was wearing earlier this year. Months later, Aldi ordered him to hand in his keys.
Warning to shoppers ahead of Black Friday
Shoppers have been warned to be alert for scams ahead of the annual Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales.
Profit not a ‘dirty word’: Bunnings boss
The chairman of the retail giant that owns Bunnings and Kmart has defended big business and hit out at ‘political leaders of all persuasions’.
Uproar over popular Woolies product
Concerned Woolworths shareholders dominated the annual general meeting with debate about one of the store’s very popular products.
‘Not perfect’: Woolies hits back at fake claims
Woolworths Group has railed against allegations it deceived customers with false discounts on specially-marked products.
Grim warning for Australian economy
Stage 3 tax cuts and wage growth have only marginally lifted retail sales in Australia, sparking this warning.
‘Cross-shopping’ trend taking over Australia
Australians are finding new ways to save at the checkout, with more hunting around for the cheapest prices.
Woolies’ surprise call on bottom line
Australia’s largest supermarket says cost-of-living pressures are weighing on its bottom line as it announced a surprising profit warning.
ASX edges higher for 3rd straight day
The ASX closed up 0.3 per cent for the third straight day, as investors wait for clarity from global markets.
Surprise reason for wild restaurant line
Hungry lunchtime shoppers have been spotted queuing down the street for an unusual promotion in the CBD of one of Australia’s biggest cities.
Major change coming to iconic brands
A retail giant is shaking up the fashion scene by acquiring five major brands and adding more than 700 stores to its portfolio.
Nando’s Australia set to change forever
A popular fast-food chicken chain has just opened a new “elevated” dining experience as part of a company refresh to grow and capture more hungry Aussies.
Major Aussie fashion retailer goes bust
A major ASX-listed retailer that owns iconic brands such as Katies, Rivers and Millers has gone into voluntary administration.
Surprise surge in Aussie cash use
Amid rampant bank branch and ATM closures, new figures have revealed a surprising turn in the use of cash across Australia.
Big bank’s surprise Stage 3 tax cut reveal
Aussies have pocketed $6.4bn in extra income since July’s Stage 3 tax cuts, but what we’re doing with it might come as a surprise.
‘Put on notice’: Stark warning to retailers
Businesses will need to pay a new annual fee as part of new changes to legislation.
‘Too far’: Shoppers rage over Target scene
Target stores in the US have become near “impossible” to shop at after implementing a confronting tactic to combat theft. Here’s why Aussies should be concerned.
Iconic Aussie retailer collapses after 39 years
The retailer had been in operation for 39 years with outstanding debt owed to some big fashion names.
Telstra’s $5.4 million move for Aussies
Telstra will give up to six months of free prepaid credit to one group of Australians in a bid to help ease cost of living pressures.
Aussies slugged online with this hidden fee
Australians shopping globally online are being charged a hidden fee, leading to calls for the Albanese government to extend its action on dodgy practices.
‘Sad’: Elite suburb ‘ruined’, locals furious
Residents of an affluent Sydney suburb have been left outraged by the closure of a vital service to make way for yet more “luxury apartments”.
Major Aussie food supplier collapses
Fears were held that customers could face food shortages of the products and perishable goods were at risk.
Cash-strapped Aussies rage at supermarkets
Australians have pointed the finger at supermarkets for being “public enemy number one” amid a cost-of-living crisis, new research has revealed.
Plan for major change to supermarkets
One of the biggest companies in the world has unveiled a plan that could completely overhaul the way we complete our weekly grocery shop.
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.
Huge change coming to pharmacy giant
There’s a big change coming to pharmacy giant Chemist Warehouse and it could save customers a lot of money.
‘Risk of death’: Grim call on Temu items
Toys from a cheap overseas retailer can quickly turn deadly for children, a consumer group has found.
‘Fiddling’: Surcharge crackdown lashed
A crackdown on card surcharges has been criticised as “fiddling around the edges while Rome burns”.
‘Cultural appropriation’: TV pitch turns ugly
A Shark Tank-style reality TV show found itself embroiled in a bitter race row after a pair of entrepeneurs pitched their version of a popular Asian drink.
Small town’s ‘up yours’ to fast-food chains
A small South Australian town is pushing back against the introduction of fast-food chains near schools.
Price of Christmas favourite set to soar
The price of this Christmas specialty is set to soar, with experts warning it could be the last chance for Australians to buy it cheap.
TimTam question Coles, Woolies can’t answer
Coles and Woolworths senior executives have dodged questions on why a packet of TimTams is cheaper in the UK than it is in Australia.
Aussies revolt as classic word offends
It’s as Aussie as meat pies and the Harbour Bridge – but this iconic phrase is now at risk after being branded “unprofessional”.
Aussie shares rise on Wall St rebound
Aussie shares crept higher on Wednesday on the back of a Wall St rebound, despite a sharp sell off in heavyweight mining and energy stocks.
Sign business spirits have lifted
One of Australia’s biggest banks has issued a warning about business confidence after the latest figures were revealed.
‘Sadness’: Popular gym to close after 20 years
A popular Fitness First will close after the chain failed to secure a lease, saying it is “disappointed” with the decision.
Make or break: Desperate plea for rate cut
Retailers slammed by a slow economy are begging the RBA to cut rates before an “invaluable” six-week pre-Christmas trading period.
Full list of what’s open this long weekend
With millions of Aussies enjoying a public holiday this coming Monday, here’s what stores are staying open in each state, and which ones are remaining closed.
Hilarous fail behind US panic-buying frenzy
Supermarket shelves are being stripped bare across the US amid fears a port strike could cripple supply chains – and there’s one product everyone’s racing to buy.
Fresh blow for Coles, Woolies over discounts
Coles and Woolworths are facing a new class action headache over allegations they promoted specially-marked products with false discounts.
Single pic proves WFH is dead in the water
In the heart of Sydney’s bustling financial district, a surprising storefront has popped up. Here’s why office workers fear it’s the death knell for WFH.
‘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.
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.
Twist in supermarket crackdown
A major crackdown on supermarket practices is underway, but a key element could be easier said than done.
‘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”.
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.
’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.
Cheapest basket of groceries in Oz revealed
A quarterly report into grocery prices has compared the cost of a basket of groceries from Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and IGA, with one chain clearly cheaper.
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