What’s open on today’s public holiday
Here’s where you can and can’t shop over the Easter weekend.
Retail
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.
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$1.1 billion payday for Aussie servo chain
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Popular online retailer closes after 20 years
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Aussie company snapped up for $3.7 billion
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Reinvented Target back in fashion
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Rare Lamborghini lands man in court
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Odd logic behind shrink-wrapping
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