Dutch e-commerce giant VidaXL to ramp up local presence with mega warehouse in Melbourne
Dutch online retailer vidaXL is set to ramp up its local presence by building an 80,000-square-metre mega warehouse in Melbourne’s west.
Collapsed retailer Australian Fashion Labels finds a buyer but lets go of all staff
Australian Fashion Labels has entered in to an exclusivity arrangement with a buyer for the business’ assets, after collapsing into voluntary administration.
Australian jewellery retailer temporarily closes 42 stores in UK COVID-19 lockdown
Australian jewellery chain Lovisa has temporarily closed its 42 stores in the UK this week, as the UK enters a new COVID-19 lockdown.
NSW businesses face new COVID-19 restrictions days before Christmas
The COVID-19 cluster linked to Sydney’s Northern Beaches is affecting businesses as restrictions are re-introduced days before Christmas.
Four retail trends for Christmas and beyond, based on eBay data
While it’s probably not wise to put money into betting markets just yet, we can make a few predictions based on a year’s worth of eBay data.
COVID-19 has changed cities, and we must respond with a vision beyond ‘free parking’
Many Australian cities have fallen back on offering free car parking to attract visitors back to the CBD after the pandemic.
Why it’s more important than ever to Go Local First this Christmas
SmartCompany spoke with two small businesses to gauge how important this year’s Christmas trading will be for them.
How to successfully market your business after you pivot your operations during COVID-19
So, you’ve changed up your business model. But how do you market a business pivot to your customers while attracting new customers?
Luxury leather goods retailer Mon Purse collapses into liquidation
Luxury leather goods retailer Mon Purse has entered liquidation and ceased trading, amid reports of supply issues associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Crisis in retail and hospitality industry, with over 66% of workers reporting a mental health condition this year
Research into the mental health of workers reveals over 66% of employees in the retail and hospitality industry have experienced a mental health condition this year.
“We don’t have time”: Why fashion label Elk is baring all in its quest to become more sustainable
Elk has released its second transparency report, and Marnie Goding says it's only the beginning of the company's sustainability journey.
Three reasons 2020 has benefited small Aussie retailers
This year has forced businesses and consumers online, paving the way for small retailers to take a larger slice of the pie.