Reporting and analysis on retail, e-commerce, and consumer trends in Australia, updated continuously by our newsroom.
Aesop, the well-known Australian cosmetics brand, has recently expanded its presence in Bangkok by opening its fourth boutique at Central Chidlom. Inspiration & Design This new boutique boasts a unique design, unlike any other. Aesop’s own in-house design…
Beenleigh Distillery has recently expanded its ready-to-drink (RTD) selection by launching Hard Orange Crush, a citrus-inspired beverage. Product Characteristics Hard Orange Crush, the newest offering from Beenleigh Distillery, is a refreshing blend that…
Amazon Business, a new platform designed to streamline operations and decrease expenses for organizations of various sizes, has been introduced by Amazon Australia. The platform will feature focused sections for kitchen and pantry goods, cleaning and…
Leading foreign exchange brand Travelex has appointed Asokan Sathurayar as Retail Director in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) to accelerate the company’s next stage of regional retail growth. Sathurayar joins Travelex with over two decades of experience in…
Australian airline Qantas has made the difficult decision to close its budget carrier, Jetstar Asia, effective July 31. This move comes in response to escalating operational costs, increased fees at Singapore’s Changi Airport, and fierce competition across…
The world of retail is buzzing with excitement as companies navigate the competitive landscape, continually seeking innovative strategies to engage consumers. Businesses are not only looking for traditional advertising avenues; they are harnessing the power…
Australians are gearing up for a spending spree during this year’s mid-year and end-of-financial-year (EOFY) sales, with projected expenditures hitting a remarkable $10.5 billion. This represents a robust increase of $400 million, or 3.9%, compared to 2024,…
Red Bull is broadening its horizons in Australia by launching Red Bull Zero, a new sugar-free energy drink that offers the same familiar taste we all know and love, but with a healthier twist. The beverage is sweetened with monk fruit extract, a natural…
An exclusive Australian study by global ecommerce accelerator, Pattern, has shown that product range, convenience, and trustworthiness will be critical battlegrounds for online marketplaces in 2025. With international tariffs reshaping marketplace business…
China has dramatically increased its mango imports, with a staggering year-on-year rise that brought the total to US$29 million, as reported by China customs. This surge is primarily due to the country’s insatiable appetite for tropical fruits, coupled with a…
Bobby, an Australian soft drink brand, has recently joined hands with Lucy Jackson and Nikki Westcott, co-hosts of the popular Happy Hour podcast, to introduce a limited-edition flavour named ‘Strawberries & Cream.’ A First-Time Collaboration This initiative…
In the heart of Khanh Hoa province, Vo Xuan Hien, a 60-year-old mango farmer, is grappling with a bitter irony: ripe mangoes are falling from his trees, yet his profits have vanished. The price slump has plunged to a mere VND5,000–8,000 (20-30 U.S. cents) per…
Retail Associations Urge Australian Government to Tackle Industry Challenges as New Term Begins As the Albanese government embarks on its new term, the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and the National Retail Association (NRA) are calling for immediate…
In a recent seminar in Ho Chi Minh City, Deborah Wiltshire, Sales Director at The Gurner Group, revealed exciting insights into foreign investment trends in Australia’s booming real estate market. According to data from Australia’s Foreign Investment Review…
Australia’s Credit Card Market on Track for Significant Growth, Expected to Reach $299.7 Billion by 2025 Australia’s credit and charge card payments sector is poised for robust expansion, with projections indicating a surge to $299.7 billion (AUD 453.9…
Retail spending in Australia experienced a notable uptick of 4% in March 2025 compared to the same period last year, totaling an impressive $37.3 billion, as reported by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). This growth signals a positive shift in the…
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