What Roxy Jacenko learnt at the top as the ‘PR Queen’ walks away from Sweaty Betty
Jacenko tells SmartCompany that the high point of her 18 years as the monarch of Sweaty Betty was actually yesterday when she hung up her crown for good.
From Target to Sheike: Australia’s most and least ethical fashion brands, ranked
Australian brands Billabong, Sheike, Mountain Designs, Windsor Smith and Anaconda are among those that have come in last in a "sobering" ethical fashion report released today.
Help wanted: How JobKeeper and the retail union failed Harris Scarfe workers
Executives at department store Harris Scarfe and receivers Deloitte made 59 retail workers redundant in March, but weeks later, the retailer was looking to hire once again.
Big retailers continue “immoral” squeeze on small suppliers, using COVID-19 as excuse
The ACCC is looking into claims big retailers are using COVID-19 to squeeze suppliers by demanding heavy discounts and delaying payments.
Harris Scarfe workers outraged as receivers make 59 staff redundant the day after wage subsidy announcement
Harris Scarfe is facing outrage from laid-off workers and the retail union over a decision to get rid of 59 staff in the face of wage subsidies.
Spotlight to offer Harris Scarfe lifeline, but uncertainty remains for stores and staff
Prominent department store chain Harris Scarfe looks set to emerge from receivership, with the Spotlight Group given exclusive rights to buy the collapsed business.
Gerry Harvey predicts more Australian retailers are set to collapse
Australia should expect to see more retail brands collapse this year, according to high-profile retailer Gerry Harvey.
National accessory chain Colette by Colette Hayman collapses
Colette by Colette Hayman has fallen into voluntary administration, putting the employment futures of 300 workers in jeopardy.
More than 500 workers to lose their jobs as retail chain Bardot shutters 56 stores
Women's clothing chain Bardot will close the majority of its stores as administrators prepare the collapsed business for sale.
Hundreds of jobs lost as Harris Scarfe prepares to shut 21 stores
Collapsed Australian department store Harris Scarfe has informed hundreds of workers they will lose their jobs in a round of store closures.
Tight belts and terrible leadership: The biggest retail collapses of the decade
After a disruptive decade for Australia's retail industry, SmartCompany has compiled a timeline of the most prominent retail collapses between 2010 and 2020.
“Bland land”: Aussie department store Harris Scarfe falls into receivership
Harris Scarfe has fallen into receivership just weeks out from Christmas, with more than 1,800 workers facing an uncertain future.
