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Australian supermarket giant Coles ‘Down Down’ promotions misled consumers, court rules
Australian supermarket giant Coles ‘Down Down’ promotions misled consumers, court rules
The court said some prices were raised before being discounted.
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Australian retail spending up 5.7% to $39.3b
Spending rose across all states and territories.
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Perth shopping centres see rising rents amidst 1.8% vacancy rate
CBD enters “Rents Rising” phase whilst regional centres maintain constrained availability.
How can Australian retailers manage cost strain from Iran war?
Kearney sees rising fuel, freight, and packaging costs squeezing margins.
Agentic commerce set to reshape Australian retail as AI takes over
Experiential retail is tipped to gain as commodity categories migrate online.
Amazon Australia launches dedicated K-Beauty storefront
It offers more than 60 Korean skincare and beauty brands.
How are Australian retailers responding to ultra‑cheap marketplaces?
Weaker players are being forced to change operating models, or risk further declines.
Australian retailers cut jobs as fuel and supply chain costs surge
Businesses are warning of possible closures.
Gap launches in Australia with Fashionata partnership
The brand will be available in select Myer stores.
Amazon AU bets $750m on robotics to supercharge local delivery
The robotics centre will process over 125 million packages annually at full capacity.
Australian retail faces rising costs as interest rates and oil prices rise
Retailers operate on tight margins amid cautious consumer spending.
Cafés and restaurants drive retail sales growth across Australia
Household goods and department stores also saw moderate rises.
Social media drives Australians’ big-ticket purchases
Cars were the most common large purchase linked to social media.
RPC enters AU market through Goodness Group acquisition
The acquisition expands its global health-focused beverage portfolio.
Australia retail growth eases in December as spending shifts earlier
December sales reached $27.22b after early shopping shift.
Australia’s e-commerce shifts toward global market leaders
Amazon, Shein, and Temu gain ground, placing the era of local marketplaces at risk.
Amazon expands fresh grocery delivery to over 80 Sydney suburbs
It is available in over 80 Sydney suburbs.
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