Self-serve checkout chaos: What’s coming to Australia
As some major supermarkets overseas remove self-serve checkouts from their stores, experts reveal what the future for Aussie shoppers could look like. Have your say.
Retail
New KitKat flavours create ‘boujee’ moments
Chocoholics around Australia should get ready to take a break and enjoy the new flavours of iconic chocolate bar KitKat.
Airport oddities to be auctioned off
From a wedding dress to lightsabres, thousands of unclaimed items from Australia’s busiest airport will be up for grabs in a charity sale.
Woolies, Coles hit with cashless bombshell
An online community boasting tens of thousands of members is calling for a boycott of Coles and Woolworths – but not for the reason you think.
‘Scary’: Nando’s change dividing customers
A leading fast food chain has ignited an online frenzy as customers express their outrage at the popular restaurant.
ASX lifts after Fed rates news
Australian shares notched a tepid bounce on Thursday following some dovish rhetoric from the US Fed and positive sentiment around half-year results from NAB.
Restaurant chain collapses owing $23m
A fine dining restaurant chain has collapsed with debts of around $23 million, leaving 200 jobs teetering on the brink.
Woolies warns of ‘shift’ in spending
As shoppers tightened their belts, the grocery giant said it had experienced a “noticeable shift” in consumers’ behaviours since Christmas.
Woolies warns of ‘shift’ in spending
As shoppers tightened their belts, the grocery giant said it had experienced a “noticeable shift” in consumers’ behaviours since Christmas.
Japan-inspired changes coming to 7-Eleven
The chief executive of 7-Eleven has hinted at some big changes to the renowned brand, with a Japanese influence on the cards.
‘Shrinkflation’ hits beloved chocolate bars
Food lovers have unleashed their fury over the ever-shrinking size of an iconic Australian chocolate bar.
Stocks inch higher on depressed retail sales
Aussie stocks edged higher on Tuesday after a slump in retail sales pushed back fears of impending rate hikes.
‘Shattered’: Aussie business’s ‘darkest day’
An Aussie business loved by mums has been left devastated after a hack caused all of its profits to be stolen.
Proof Taylor Swift-inspired boost over
Despite expectations of a robust rise, shoppers shunned new spending last month after a Taylor Swift-inspired boost.
Proof Taylor Swift-inspired boost over
Despite expectations of a robust rise, shoppers shunned new spending last month after a Taylor Swift-inspired boost.
Kids’ frozen meal recalled from supermarkets
A frozen meal popular with children has been pulled from shelves after a contaminant was found inside a batch.
Coles’ robot revolution promises to change retailing
The supermarket giant is on the cusp of a long-awaited step change in the way it gets the food on the shelves or to your doorstep.
Coles posts 3.4pc rise in sales
As the supermarket sector faces heated criticism over claims of profiteering, Coles has released its latest revenue results.
Coles posts 3.4pc rise in sales
As the supermarket sector faces heated criticism over claims of profiteering, Coles has released its latest revenue results.
Coles ‘smart gate’ crushes shopper’s hand
A Coles shopper says she was left bleeding after her hand was crushed in one of the supermarket’s controversial smart gates.
Aussie petrol prices hit all-time high
Major cities across Australia have notched record high fuel prices this week, amid a worrying cost-of-living crisis.
$277K richer: Aussie teen’s ‘sweet’ new invention
Those looking for a new creative job and delicious Insta-worthy cakes for a special celebration have been served up a pretty convenient solution, from this 14-year-old Aussie.
Woolies’ huge fine for ‘widespread’ fail
Australia’s largest supermarket chain has copped a huge penalty after a “systematic failure” to pay employees their correct entitlements.
Woolies’ huge fine for ‘widespread’ fail
Australia’s largest supermarket chain has copped a huge penalty after a “systematic failure” to pay employees their correct entitlements.
Easy way Aussies are saving hundreds
Financial insiders say one simple move is saving Aussies more than $600 a year as they try to stay on top of higher living costs.
Popular fashion brand faces collapse
A popular fashion company has fallen into voluntary administration, putting about 400 jobs on the line.
Hanson explodes at Woolies over Anzac Day
Woolworths has bluntly shut down Pauline Hanson’s claims the supermarket has left veterans in the dust in the lead-up to Anzac Day.
ASX edges lower after reaching record
After resetting its intraday record, the benchmark edged lower as traders grew skittish.
Pasta wars heat up in Sydney suburb
A village-like community will soon be home to a new Italian restaurant, marking the third of the same cuisine within just 200 metres.
Aussie Easter rule sparking ‘culture shock’
An American living down under has shared his views on one “weird” rule Australia has at Easter time.
What’s open on today’s public holiday
Here’s where you can and can’t shop over the Easter weekend.
What’s open on today’s public holiday
Here’s where you can and can’t shop over the Easter weekend.
Miners push sharemarket to new record
Following a rebound in commodity prices, the local benchmark advanced to hit an all-time high on Thursday.
Surprising item Aussies are splurging on
Aussies are spending more on a surprising item despite the cost-of-living crisis that has forced many to tighten their purse strings.
Chemist Warehouse set to change forever
A huge proposed move from Aussie retail giant Chemist Warehouse could come with a major downside for Aussies, critics warn.
Retail spending benefits from Swift lift
With 600,000 concertgoers flocking to seven sold-out Taylor Swift shows in Sydney and Melbourne, statisticians noted an impact in spending on fashion and cafes.
‘Shame’: Popular Aussie winery fined $500k
A wine company was found to have illegal tapped into a pipeline, stealing about 146 Olympic swimming pools of water.
Coles’ warning on cash shortage
A major supermarket has implemented special measures ahead of the long weekend in a bid to combat “challenges with cash movements”.
Alarming details in Aussies’ grocery habits
An inquiry into the supermarket sector has revealed some Aussies are skipping meals or sacrificing meals to feed their children.
Alarming details in Aussies’ grocery habits
An inquiry into the supermarket sector has revealed some Aussies are skipping meals or sacrificing meals to feed their children.
Shares advance on steady inflation read
Shares clawed back losses from Tuesday’s session to come within less than 35 points of the benchmark’s all time high.
Popular brewery on the brink of collapse
A popular brewery is on the brink of collapse after racking up a hefty debt and has had to call in administrators.
Big move for beloved Aussie brands
Two of Australia’s most popular retail brands are set for a new future with their current owner announcing big growth plans.
‘Card only’ payment memo sent to Coles staff
There is a potential for Coles supermarket and liquor stores to temporarily become cashless over the Easter long weekend due to “industry wide” issues.
Woman sues Kmart for $750k over ‘bike fall’
A Sydney woman has won a major court battle against Kmart after she was injured while shopping.
Solomon Lew’s retail revolution: behind the three-way split
The billionaire retailer is again turning convention on its head, with the path to getting bigger could be by going smaller.
ASX slips ahead of inflation print
Ahead of key inflation data at home and abroad, Australia’s share market slipped on Tuesday as investors took profits.
Surge in real estate pushes ASX higher
Ten of 11 sectors on the ASX ended the day in the green, with rate-sensitive real estate stocks and positive sentiment around Chinese growth propelling the uplift.
Aussies under pressure to do this
Millions of Australians feel under pressure to make one very big change to their work life, and it’s all about survival.
Businesses slam push to break up supermarkets
Big business has warned of increased cost of living pressures if a new plan to break up the supermarket giants is successful.
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