Latest retail sector News

Minns Labor Government to legislate stronger protections for workers
Griffith to host 2027 Hockey Australia Country Championships
More than 110 charged during Operation Percentile retail crime surge – North West Sydney
MLA secures Australian Government funding to unlock growth opportunities for sheepmeat in India
Lacey West Commercial Smashes Regional Benchmarks with $60 Million in Total Sales Value
Swisslog introduces FastMove – a high-performance, scalable next-generation monorail solution for future-ready pallet transport
Price gouging by large supermarkets illegal from 1 July 2026
SafeWork NSW To Host Partnering For Prevention
Canada has alternatives to corporate grocery chains. Here’s what governments can learn from them
Five illegal tobacconists closed after joint agency operation – Cessnock
New Awards Recognise Outstanding Local Businesses
Amcor supports next generation of UK’s beauty innovators
Submissions open on regulations to modernise the RUC system
Standing Up For Shoppers, Backing ACCC
Amcor containers play central role in ongoing Ocado Retail refill project
Norwood Payneham & St Peters economy continues to shine despite economic headwinds
Police test response capabilities in major training exercise
Junior rates decision to grant dramatic pay rises alarms industry over unsustainable cost increases
Planned Training Strengthens Preparedness And Response
First-of-its-kind trial launched to cut textile waste
Victorian Chamber is Leading the Change for safe and fair workplaces
New Law To Protect Retail Staff Passes WA Lower House
Fuel Prices Push Pensioners Into Scooters
Minns Labor Government to move on stronger protections for retail workers
Manipulative conduct in the digital economy, pricing claims and competition in essential services among ACCC priorities for year ahead
Largest Country Week tournament brings major economic win for Greater Shepparton 
Back-to-School spending lifts – but fewer families can afford to take part
CEFC backs new QIC infrastructure investment to accelerate energy transition
Putting consumers first – consultation on price and loyalty program transparency
Early Christmas shopping drives strong November retail growth
Australians To Turn Out In Force For Boxing Day
Retail Crime Now Five-minute Reality For Victorians
ACCC warns major retailers to not mislead or deceive consumers during Boxing Day sales
HelloFresh and Youfoodz in court over alleged subscription traps
Banning supermarket price gouging to protect Australian shoppers
Retail crime targeted in police blitz – Operation Percentile
Retailers Welcome Tough New Victorian Retail Crime Laws
Robust October retail spending a solid platform for peak season trading
NSW must halt Bill granting unprecedented access to business digital systems
WA Retail Barring Orders a major step forward in protecting retail workers and communities
Early Christmas shoppers lift retailers’ hopes for a solid finish to 2025
Australian Retail Council to launch 1 February 2026
Midnight shop trading on the way for Black Friday and Christmas
Passing of WPO legislation heralds new era of retail safety in South Australia
Festive shopping made easier with extra hours and scam advice
UNSW And UNIQLO Stitch Together Deal To Shape Future Business Leaders
‘Galaxy’ of grape tomatoes shines with three new varieties
Retailers Welcome Bipartisan Focus To Tackle Retail Crime In Victoria