"Circular economy" - it's a term that we're all hearing at the moment - from state-wide bag bans to...
"Circular economy" - it's a term that we're all hearing at the moment - from state-wide bag bans to discussions about stewardship and responsibility at a senior management level. The circular economy is an economic, performance-based model which is viewed globally as a new competitive imperative creating cost savings, reducing...
The countdown is underway for Queensland retailers before they are forced to permanently bin the plastic bag ahead of...
The countdown is underway for Queensland retailers before they are forced to permanently bin the plastic bag ahead of bans that will take effect on July 1 2018. The National Retail Association (NRA) will be touring local shopping precincts to provide advice for retailers preparing for the impending ban on...
There are 2.1 million people with a disability, of working age, in Australia. The reality is that education and employment...
There are 2.1 million people with a disability, of working age, in Australia. The reality is that education and employment outcomes for people with disability are well below the general population. In fact, barely half of this group is participating in the workforce. And of those who aren’t in the workforce,...
by the NRA Training Team A leader is someone that brings people together and guides them toward a common goal....
by the NRA Training Team A leader is someone that brings people together and guides them toward a common goal. Anyone can boss people around and tell them what to do, but an effective leader requires you to be able to do more than assign tasks to staff members. Leading a...
NATIONAL: The top 5 skills needed in the retail sector in the next 5 years are customer service, technology,...
NATIONAL: The top 5 skills needed in the retail sector in the next 5 years are customer service, technology, communication, leadership and management, according to the new WRAPS plan. The Wholesale, Retail and Personal Services (WRAPS) Industry Reference Committee (IRC) is responsible for ensuring nationally recognised qualifications deliver the skills and knowledge required...
The NRA is the accredited training partner and advisor to many of our members who do not have an...
The NRA is the accredited training partner and advisor to many of our members who do not have an in house registered training organisation. In this capacity, we work closely with members to enhance and complement their existing in house Learning and Development programs and induction programs, and provide ongoing...
This week the Federal Minister for Education and Training announced a new VET loan system to replace the flawed...
This week the Federal Minister for Education and Training announced a new VET loan system to replace the flawed VET FEE-HELP scheme. The VET Student Loans scheme includes: Limiting courses eligible for VET Student Loans to those that align with industry needs and are selected based on analysis of...
As a valued member of the National Retail Association, we would like to offer you $50 off when booking...
As a valued member of the National Retail Association, we would like to offer you $50 off when booking an event with our industry partners the National Online Retailers Association (NORA). Simply enter the promotional code 47492206 to receive your discount. NORA offers webinars, expeditions and more to educate you...
At the National Retail Association (NRA) we understand that your business has a range of professional development needs. To help...
At the National Retail Association (NRA) we understand that your business has a range of professional development needs. To help our members meet their training and professional development requirements, we have partnered with the Association for Data-Driven Marketing and Advertising (ADMA) to deliver their marketing education program. We call it the...
As part of its commitment to improving safety for Queenslanders at work, the Palaszcuk Government has passed a new...
As part of its commitment to improving safety for Queenslanders at work, the Palaszcuk Government has passed a new Bill, which introduces a number of changes to the State’s work health and safety (WHS) laws. The WHS Bill aims to restore elements of the original Work Health and Safety Act...