Booktopia raises $20 million with plan to become Australia’s largest book retailer
Booktopia is chasing Big W after raising $20 million in new capital to double its warehouse capacity, founder Tony Nash says.
How the brothers behind MAISON de SABRÉ created a $10 million dollar retail business to pay their uni fees
Personalised accessories retailer MAISON de Sabré has made millions cashing in on Instagram and pursuing global growth. Now, founders Zane and Omar Sabré are chasing loftier goals.
Eco-friendly gift searches jump 800% as Aussies shop with a conscience this Christmas
Eco-friendly gifts are a hot topic in the lead up to Christmas as Aussies look for ideas that won't hurt the planet, according to new SEMRush research.
Snap and search: What does Pinterest’s new function mean for retailers?
Pinterest users can now search for products using their cameras or by uploading photos, creating another avenue for shoppers to discover retailers.
Amazon enters garden goods space as online plant sales bloom
Amazon Australia is looking to cash in on surging demand for gardening equipment online, opening a dedicated store this week.
Your customers are changing, but are you staying the same?
To stay ahead of the retail game, invest in your future customer’s journey, and you’ll be investing in your future as well.
“We’ve saved a tonne of money”: Adore Beauty is on a mission to scrap plastic packaging
Adore Beauty has been working to rip plastic out of its business as customers send a clear message that our environmental crisis is non-negotiable.
“Opportunity to pivot”: Why Hunting for George is quitting retail
Hunting for George is pivoting away from online retail and towards creative media in a move that will see founder Jo Harris leave the company.
Australia’s most popular shopping holidays revealed as e-commerce hits a major milestone
E-commerce has hit a major milestone, but there are concerns a desire for revenue and volume is coming at the expense of profitability.
“Eroded any real discount”: Kogan to face court over fresh price-jacking claims
The ACCC is taking online retailer Kogan to court over alleged breaches of consumer law stemming from a fresh bout of price-jacking claims.
Why retailers have no idea about the future
A recent report from Australia Post claims that by 2030, nearly half (49%) of retail will be online. But this is a bit cheeky.
Bunnings tops list of most-visited online retailers despite not having full online store
Australian consumers are DIY mad, with Bunnings' online store topping the list of most-visited Australian online retailers for first quarter of 2019.