Australia’s best retailers unveiled at 2022 National Retail Awards

The National Retail Association (NRA) unveiled Australia’s most exceptional retailers across all levels and categories of the industry at...

The National Retail Association (NRA) unveiled Australia’s most exceptional retailers across all levels and categories of the industry at its National Retail Awards held last Friday. Coming together for the first time since 2019, retailers across the country gathered at the Gold Coast for a gala event to celebrate the...

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An impressive line-up of 2022 Finalists announced for the prestigious National Retail Awards

The National Retail Association (NRA) has today announced the 2022 Finalists for the prestigious National Retail Awards. This is the...

The National Retail Association (NRA) has today announced the 2022 Finalists for the prestigious National Retail Awards. This is the first Awards ceremony to be held in person since 2019, treating guests to a night of top-shelf, quality entertainment and experiences at the Star Resort Gold Coast. The National Retail Awards...

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Stepping Up Your Father’s Day Marketing Campaign Game 

With another celebration looming forward, it’s that time of year again for business to showcase their love for Father’s...

With another celebration looming forward, it’s that time of year again for business to showcase their love for Father’s Day through sincere marketing efforts. Father’s Day is one of the many special days and significant events throughout the year to include in your e-commerce and retail calendar. It can...

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National Retail Awards – want to enter but don’t know where to start?

Winning a retail award is an invitation for people to connect with you and will create new opportunities for...

Winning a retail award is an invitation for people to connect with you and will create new opportunities for you and your business - however, the entry process might feel daunting at first. To help out, we have put together our tips for entry when entering the National Retail Awards!   Start now,...

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Congratulations for a decade of incredible service to Greg Stevens, Michel’s Patisserie Toronto

Since acquiring the Michel’s Patisserie franchise in Toronto, NSW, ten years ago, Greg Stevens and his wife Annie Li have...

Since acquiring the Michel’s Patisserie franchise in Toronto, NSW, ten years ago, Greg Stevens and his wife Annie Li have been showcasing retail excellence. The multiple-time National Retail Award recipients will this August be retiring, and we wanted to take this opportunity to congratulate them both on their many successes...

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Two Weeks To Go Until Top Healthy Living Products and Trends Shine at Naturally Good 2022

Australia’s most popular health and well-being trade show – the 2022 Naturally Good Expo – will be opening its...

Australia’s most popular health and well-being trade show – the 2022 Naturally Good Expo – will be opening its doors in less than two weeks from 6-7 June at Sydney’s International Convention Centre, with online registration now open. Now in its eighth year, this year’s B2B expo will be more...

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A packed agenda makes NRXpo unmissable for retailers

The National Retail Expo is just over a week away - and our final release tickets are selling fast!...

The National Retail Expo is just over a week away - and our final release tickets are selling fast! Below are more examples of our panels and speakers, experts on issues that matter to our industry, to get you excited to discuss the future of retail at the inaugural...

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What to look forward to at NRXpo

Retail is constantly evolving to meet and surpass the changing needs of customers and our local communities. The pandemic...

Retail is constantly evolving to meet and surpass the changing needs of customers and our local communities. The pandemic accelerated digital and eCommerce trends, and now it’s time for bricks-and-mortar to focus on the industry's future. With 14 unique and insightful sessions, networking drinks and exhibition stalls, the NRXpo is...

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Why we need to encourage women in leadership roles

Last week the National Retail Association hosted the first of a series of Future Leaders Forums, an event aimed...

Last week the National Retail Association hosted the first of a series of Future Leaders Forums, an event aimed at gathering young retailers and leaders of the retail industry for mentoring and a meal. The keynote speaker of this event was Alice Barbery, CEO of Universal Store. Over the...

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Why you should secure your ticket to the National Retail Expo

The National Retail Association is proud to be launching the NRXpo at the International Convention Centre in Sydney on...

The National Retail Association is proud to be launching the NRXpo at the International Convention Centre in Sydney on Wednesday, 11 May.   As one of the most rapidly evolving industries globally, staying ahead of retail trends is key to maintaining an edge over your competitors. How often do you register for...

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WA Plastics Ban – Business Q&A session #2

Second Q&A session for retailers, hospitality or suppliers seeking to understand what they need to do to comply with...

Second Q&A session for retailers, hospitality or suppliers seeking to understand what they need to do to comply with the WA Plastics Ban.   NEW - SECOND SESSION ADDED Given an overwhelming response to the 1st session, the National Launch of the Battery Stewardship Scheme, a second session has been added. If...

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WA Plastics Ban – Business Q&A session

The NRA are holding an online Q&A session on 15 February for retailers, hospitality businesses or suppliers seeking to...

The NRA are holding an online Q&A session on 15 February for retailers, hospitality businesses or suppliers seeking to understand the WA Plastics Ban. As you may be aware, the new WA ban came into effect 1 January 2022 and enforcement of the ban will start from 1 July 2022.   Help for...

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Why you should secure your ticket to the National Retail Expo

The National Retail Association is proud to be launching the NRXpo at the International Convention Centre in Sydney on...

The National Retail Association is proud to be launching the NRXpo at the International Convention Centre in Sydney on 1 February.   As one of the most rapidly evolving industries in the world, staying ahead of retail trends is key to maintaining an edge over your competitors. How often do you register...

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AIP Certified Compostable Packaging Online Training Course

The Australian Institute of Packaging will be running a new Certified Compostable Packaging Training Course on the 10 of November...

The Australian Institute of Packaging will be running a new Certified Compostable Packaging Training Course on the 10 of November and all of industry is invited to attend.   How do you select the right package to brand and protect your product, deliver it right through to your consumer, and then...

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What the government responses to the Respect@Work report mean for employers

Sexual harassment is usually not an isolated incident, and it is rarely a situation of a misunderstanding or of...

Sexual harassment is usually not an isolated incident, and it is rarely a situation of a misunderstanding or of innocent “appreciation”. Rather, it is frequently the product of a workplace culture that at best overlooks (and at worst enables) such conduct, which can have significant consequences for health and...

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Countdown begins to first ever virtual National Retail Awards

2020 has been a year like no other, but not even COVID-19 can stop the annual National Retail Awards...

2020 has been a year like no other, but not even COVID-19 can stop the annual National Retail Awards from proceeding, with keynote speaker Minister Michaelia Cash leading the guest speakers list for the October 15 event. Hosted by the National Retail Association (NRA), for the first time ever the...

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