ARA Retail News
Ordinary Members, Extraordinary Creatives: Nathan Armagnacq
July 21, 2021
In this brand-new Q&A series, we are speaking with the very talented members of the ARA Hair & Beauty Committee. These creatives are at the top of their field, and we are lucky enough to have the...
The reinvention of the retail experience
July 19, 2021
The past year has seen a powerful shift in the way we live, work and interact with brands and products. Increasingly, customers are purchasing what they want via a few taps of their fingers. ...
Encourage safe and respectful shopping with the ARA's new Covid-19 poster range
July 12, 2021
The Australian Retailers Association has developed a series of printable posters in response to the ongoing Covid-19 situation across the country, to promote a safe shopping environment for both...
Retailers preparing for insurance claims: business interruption and flooding events
July 7, 2021
Written by Luke Stratford, Marsh Australia It has been a year of risk. Keeping the doors open for business has been a constant challenge. Many retailers have faced interruption due to either...
Sustainability priorities for ARA members
July 7, 2021
Written by Jason Robertson, ARA Director of Sustainability and Impact You could be mistaken for thinking that the phase-out of single-use plastics is the single biggest sustainability...
COVID-19 restrictions: State-by-state breakdown
June 30, 2021
A snapshot of restrictions relevant to retailers. The ARA will keep this post continuously updated. Current as of 24 July 2021, 12:00pm AEST.
Directors and Officers Liability (D&O) Insurance: a watershed year, so where to from here?
June 17, 2021
Written by Marsh Pty Ltd Public and private companies – and their directors and officers – face significant business, legal and regulatory exposures with increased risk of claims brought by the...
Sense of success: How retailers are engaging senses to get noticed
June 11, 2021
By Gary McCartney, McCartney Design To disrupt is to get noticed. In the three-dimensional world of physical retail, the best form of disruption is one that challenges our existing perceptions,...
The WorldFirst Retail Report 2021
June 9, 2021
WorldFirst is an international payments company with a mission to create the world’s best foreign exchange platform for individuals and international businesses.
Managing hazardous chemical risk for the retail and hair and beauty sectors
June 8, 2021
WorkSafe Victoria visits to retail and hair and beauty stores in recent months has highlighted a need for businesses to improve on their management of hazardous chemicals in the workplace.
Franchising Code of Conduct Reform – change has arrived!
June 2, 2021
Amends have finally been made to the Franchising Code of Conduct (Code). Find out what the key changes are.
Sydney's CBD revitalisation and how you can get involved
June 2, 2021
The NSW State Government is pulling out all the stops to revitalise the Sydney CBD. From educational, business to creative events, grants and webinars, there are loads of exciting activities...
Tips on how to achieve COVIDSafe best practice for Victorian businesses
May 28, 2021
We've collated some best practice examples from our Victorian members around the actions they're taking to ensure their business is COVIDSafe.
Ordinary Members, Extraordinary Creatives: Dee Parker Attwood, Wieselmann Salon
May 19, 2021
In this brand-new Q&A series, we are speaking with the very talented members of the ARA Hair and Beauty Committee. These creatives are at the top of their field, and we are lucky enough to have...
Lockdown: One Year On: A report by eBay Australia
May 17, 2021
COVID-19 hit. Lockdowns became an ongoing reality. The world shifted and so did the way people shopped. With 12-million unique visitors every month, eBay was able to monitor the changing needs of...
COVIDSafe plan case study – what not to do
May 5, 2021
COVIDSafe plans are mandatory for Victorian businesses with on-site operations. As one of our SME members found out recently, a visit from the DHHS almost landed them a significant fine because...
Easter trading hours 2021
March 31, 2021
Restricted trading hours apply to some states and territories this Easter trading period, subject to business location, size, and classification. It is important to understand each state's rules...
The Retail Innovation Prerogative
March 22, 2021
Despite the deep challenges of the pandemic – or perhaps because of it – it’s fair to say that in 2021 retail as a whole is seen to be thriving. It’s easy to forget that before Covid-19, our...
Is your nbn™ plan holding your retail business back?
March 22, 2021
The nbn™ has provided Australian small businesses and start-ups with a wealth of opportunity. Yet it's important your internet infrastructure meets your exact needs.
New guidance on COVID vaccinations in the workplace
March 11, 2021
The COVID-19 vaccination program has started to roll out so it's important to understand both employer and employee rights and obligations when it comes to workplace vaccinations.