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Australia’s retail sales volumes rise 8.2% in Q4 2021
Australia’s retail sales volumes rise 8.2% in Q4 2021
Thanks to the rise in sales in discretionary industries, following a lockdown in the previous quarter.
Australia household spending to grow 3.5% in 2022: Fitch Solutions
Recovery of consumer spending relies on the vaccination against COVID-19.
Aumake and Miniso to launch dual-brand stores in Australia
These stores will sell a variety of household goods and beauty products.
Convenience shopping centres on the rise in Greater Melbourne
This, along with rising investor demand for shopping centres.
Kmart Australia nabs International Retailer of the Year - Australia award
Opening over 50 new stores created 1,000 brand new jobs for regional communities.
BNPL continues to gain traction with Square’s $29b acquisition of Afterpay
Afterpay accounts for 7.7% of Australia’s e-commerce market.
Betty’s emerges as growth engine for Australia-based Retail Zoo
The versatility of the burger brand has been successful across multiple locations.
The Coffee Club wins Brand Transformation of the Year - Australia award
A stylish new logo, new contemporary store design, and enhanced focus on convenience.
Rising need for convenience boosts Australia’s foodservice
Only quick service restaurants recorded growth in 2020.
Aldi Australia trials self-checkout in Darlinghurst
More than half of its customers opted to use the new service.
Australia’s retailers pledge on plastic waste pact
They have signed to ensure that 100% of their plastic packaging is recyclable.
Australia's Metcash, Ritchies launch second Supa Valu supermarket
The 3,000 sqm store follows after the first one with a focus on big savings.
How will Aldi expand to online grocery in Australia?
The company has expressed plans to launch an online service to sell alcohol.
Philippines' Frankie & Friends to open new store in Australia
Its offerings include handmade crafts, sustainable products, and children’s items.
Healthy living on the rise for Australia's groceries
A survey revealed that six in 10 Australians seek out healthier products.
American F&B chain Yogurtland exits Australia
The company was partly affected by a ban on self-serve model.
How eBay reaches out to Australia's struggling merchants
Through its Always Open on eBay Australia initiative, over 1,000 retailers have set up online shops on its platform.
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