September spells end to single-use plastics in Queensland Economy & Industry From this month, single-use plastic straws, stirrers, cutlery, plates and unenclosed bowls will no longer be provided for free from take-away vendors in Queensland.
Businesses beg for return of JobKeeper July 22, 2021 By Melissa Coade Economy & Industry Government assistance is urgently needed for businesses in NSW and Victoria, say the National Retail Association, Franchise Council of Australia, and Australian Convenience Stores Association.
Retailers bemoan $2 billion hurt of Victoria’s latest lockdown measures June 3, 2021 By Melissa Coade Economy & Industry The National Retail Association calculates the total loss in sales will be ‘substantially higher’ than the earlier forecasts for a seven-day lockdown.