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Australian employers cut back on diversity and inclusion programs amid US ‘anti-woke’ backlash

Executives tell Pride in Diversity report Donald Trump’s election ‘opened the floodgates’ to challenge DEI initiatives, including in Australia

The Guardian - AU · Dec 10, 2025

Employers urged to double down on workplace diversity

Australian employers have an opportunity to appeal to talented workers from the United States as the Trump administration winds back diversity and inclusion.

AAP · Jul 11, 2025

Retail eyes frightfully good Halloween spending splurge

Australian retailers are expecting a $450 million spend on Halloween before an even bigger splurge during the black Friday and cyber Monday sales.

AAP · Oct 30, 2024

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Generation dread: Aussies unprepared for money shocks

Most Australians are unsatisfied with their finances, with just one quarter equipped to handle unexpected money issues, a survey has found.

AAP · Oct 1, 2024

Sticky fingers hit Newcastle shops at double the state average

Brazen shoplifters have 'a big impact' on retailers.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 20, 2024

Unions, bosses flip out over paying for junior burgers

A proposal to abolish junior rates for retail and food workers over 18 could result in a pay boost for young workers, but industry warns of job losses.

AAP · Jun 6, 2024

New laws to crack down on customers abusing workers

Premier Jacinta Allan has used a speech to Labor Party faithful to flag a legislative crackdown on abuse of retail, hospitality and transport workers.

AAP · May 18, 2024

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Business wants pay rises for Australia’s lowest paid workers limited to 2% – but what about executives?

Average pay of top bosses has increased from 17 times average earnings in early 90s to about 55 times now. What about those on minimum wage?

The Guardian - AU · Apr 2, 2024

Taylor's swift boost for Aussie retailers a gold rush

Australian retailers are feeling the Swiftie fever all too well as fans racing to get Eras ready spend up to $105 million dollars worth on outfits and more.

AAP · Feb 15, 2024

Crackdown on violence against retail workers

Anyone attacking retail workers could be jailed for up to seven years under proposed legislation by the West Australian government.

AAP · Feb 13, 2024

Back to school sales to book up billions of dollars

As students gear up to return to their classrooms, Australia's back to school purchases are set to generate $2.5 billion for retailers.

AAP · Jan 18, 2024

Minister rules out intervening in DP World port dispute

The federal workplace minister has called for unions and stevedore DP World to come to the table to resolve a bitter industrial dispute.

AAP · Jan 18, 2024

Tens of thousands expected to eye week-long Boxing Day sale bargains

Hunter shoppers were out looking for a Boxing Day bargain

Newcastle Herald · Dec 26, 2023

Boxing Day sales: retailers expect shoppers to spend $1.25bn amid cost-of-living crisis

Australian Retail Association predicts $23.9bn in spending for sales period ending on 15 January

The Guardian - AU · Dec 26, 2023

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AAP · Dec 25, 2023

Shoppers seek Boxing Day bargains across the country

Australians have splurged at unprecedented sales on Boxing Day spurred on by a cost-of-living crisis this year.

Newcastle Herald · Dec 25, 2023

'Grand final of shopping': Shoppers to spend almost $24b on Boxing Day

Shoppers are expected to splurge almost $24 billion in the Boxing Day sales.

The Canberra Times · Dec 23, 2023

Record Boxing Day sales ahead as retailers slash prices to clear stock

Expect discounts and drinks as stores shop for your attention.

AAP · Dec 23, 2023

Shoppers to spend almost $24b on Boxing Day sales

Australians are expected to spend big in the Boxing Day sales, the "Grand Final" of shopping around the nation which starts on Tuesday.

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AAP · Dec 17, 2023

Billion-dollar Christmas splurge a gift for retailers

Shoppers are tipped to spend $9 billion at stores in the week before Christmas, the Australian Retailers Association says.

AAP · Oct 29, 2023

Retail sales dig in with hotter than expected growth

The new iPhone model, government policies and unseasonably warm weather have all helped prop up retail sales ahead of a much-anticipated cash rate decision.

Pedestrian.tv · Sep 19, 2023

Retail Staff At Stores Supporting The Voice Are Copping Abuse In The Lead-Up To The Referendum

Abuse on retail workers has jumped up due to the divisive nature of the referendum, especially in stores that have endorsed the Yes Vote.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 10, 2023

A rise in shoplifting has Australian supermarkets ramping up surveillance

The response to surging retail theft range from covert security to self-checkout cameras and biometric trackers, raising questions about privacy and ethics

The Guardian - AU · Aug 8, 2023

‘Bit of a conundrum’: contradictory economic signs make RBA rate prophecies difficult

Surveys point to two-track economy with low consumer confidence but business in a relatively strong position to weather any slowdown

The New Daily · May 30, 2023

Retailers count on tax-time splurge as spending flatlines

The figures come as big-name retailers including the Good Guys, JB Hi-Fi and Harvey Norman all kick off their tax-time sales.

Newcastle Herald · May 12, 2023

A 'blooming' good way to give back to mum on Mother's Day

"It's a small thank you for everything your mum does for you."

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