Kate Morris’ Glow Capital buys fashion-focused uniform maker Cargo Crew
Cargo Crew has inked a deal with Glow Capital Partners that will see the investment house acquire a 51% stake in the family-owned business.
Australian sportswear brand PARK answers Young Matildas’ call for kits specially designed for women
Australian sportswear brand PARK has launched a sustainable women's kit line in consultation with female players around the world.
AFP pauses use of controversial surveillance tech Auror found in Woolworths, Bunnings
The AFP has suspended the use of surveillance platform Auror after a freedom of information request revealed that more than 100 of its staff had used the platform without considering privacy or security implications.
“Only getting bigger”: How Mama Rentals is building a sustainable maternity dress hire business
With just a few dresses in her closet that she hired out, Alice Huang established Mama Rentals, which is 100% waste free, in 2017.
“Tumultuous economic conditions”: 91% of SMEs feeling the cost pinch
The rising cost of doing business is attributed to wage pressures, the cost of goods and services, and cash flow management, the study highlighted.
Iconic entrepreneur and beauty brand Poppy King to make a comeback after 20 years
In the 90s if you were looking for a lip colour that told the world you were on top, you reached for a Poppy King lipstick.
Frank Green and gold: Cult favourite brand launches Matildas water bottles to celebrate World Cup
Cult drink bottle brand Frank Green's latest collaboration will have football fans drinking for joy.
How hairbrush brand Ugly Swan pivoted its EOFY sales strategy to make $56,000 in three hours
Ugly Swan was founded in 2017 by two Adelaide-based mums Marissa McLoughlin and Annette Short.
Six new customer personas that retailers need to know about
The study also lays out pathways to growth for retailers to connect with customers who are facing economic pressures.
“My cocoa prices have doubled”: Small businesses explain why chocolate prices will soon surge
Australian specialty chocolate makers are considering how to pass rising costs on to consumers, as some small businesses say the cost of cocoa has doubled from pre-pandemic levels.
Ethical chocolate brand Hey Tiger roars onto Woolworths shelves
Three Hey Tiger varieties will be available in the 'premium' Woolworths stores, including Best Mates, Summer in the City and The Weekend.
Why Pet Circle’s new $75 million investment is a bet on how much Australians love their furry friends
Pet Circle is closing in on a $75 million raise and pushing into pet insurance. CEO points to premium dog food and macro millenial trends for its success.