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Don't miss out on ShopTalk ANZ Auckland next Wednesday, October 9 at The Sweat Shop Brew Bar! The topic? "Protecting Profit and Pursuing Growth: Now, Next, Future." Join ShopTalk for an insightful discussion with an outstanding panel: 🔨 Lewis Billinghurst, Head of Digital Customer Experience, Mitre 10 (New Zealand) Limited 🥝 Marie Taylor, Online Marketing Manager, Foodstuffs New Zealand 📒 Gareth Lathey, Head of Digital Marketing, OfficeMax New Zealand Spots are limited, so make sure you RSVP after joining the meetup: https://lnkd.in/fdHAT9Q Feel free to invite fellow eCommerce professionals from brands, wholesalers, and retailers who may be interested. Looking forward to seeing you at ShopTalk ANZ—proudly sponsored by us! Lisa Powell

In the news this week: the ABS has revealed retail turnover was up in August, ALDI made a surprise move into the travel industry, and Mosaic took a gutsy move to shake up its brand. Read on for more ⬇

Get ready for Australia’s ultimate retail gathering - the Power Retail All Star Bash is back on March 6, 2025! 🎉 After welcoming over 800 attendees in 2024, our 10th All Star Bash promises to be the biggest and best celebration yet! 🏆 Sponsorship opportunities are limited, so act fast to secure your spot and shine alongside industry leaders! 🚨 To learn more and grab your sponsorship for the 2025 Power Retail All Star Bash, reach out to Rachel Gowland or request your media kit at https://lnkd.in/gDr2ikjV

Toys"R"Us has announced its FY24 results, revealing a significant financial loss for the toy retailer. The company made a number of adjustments in FY24 to tackle rough market conditions, the results of which aren't expected to show until next year. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gP3YwzTq

#BREAKING: Mosaic Axes Five Brands to Focus on Core Growth Mosaic Brands Ltd has announced it will be exiting the Rockmans, Autograph, Crossroads, W.Lane and BeMe brands, including all stores and websites. “Mosaic will wind down five brands which have become marginal and non-core, allowing us to focus on five core growth brands,” said CEO Erica Berchtold. “Each of those core brands will have a clearly differentiated market proposition, target customer, price point and product range." READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/gEAEcTHK

The Rise of Self-Service: Meeting Customer Expectations in the New Economy Self-service is transforming customer support as more consumers seek convenient, efficient options. For businesses, the ideal kiosks must offer exceptional flexibility, design, and easy manageability. Discover how companies are leveraging this trend to enhance customer experiences and boost efficiency. Read the full article to learn how self-service kiosks are reshaping retail: https://lnkd.in/gMrtCPi6 #SelfService #CustomerExperience #RetailTransformation

This week, we covered the supermarket discounting dishonesty scandal and heard from some industry experts sharing their thoughts on the ever-evolving world of ecommerce and retail. Read on for more ⬇

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Power Retail is proud to partner with The Purpose Agents, the leading sustainability advisory for retail and e-commerce, to bring you the third annual Sustainability Spotlight Report. 🌳 This complimentary 33-page report showcases outstanding social and environmental responsibility initiatives within the retail industry. 📄 Download your copy to access: - Exceptional sustainability efforts from retailers and solution providers, including Wild Earth, Boody, LUSH, Decathlon , and LVLY - Compelling pieces from The Purpose Agents on sustainability in tough economic times - Details on the new Australian sustainability regulations - Editorial commentary on the evolving fabric of Australia’s fashion industry by Rosalea Catterson, Editor of Power Retail - Good360 Australia Case Study - Exclusive sustainability consumer data, insights, and more! Download now at https://lnkd.in/gP_pZGzX Shippit proudly sponsors the 2024 Sustainability Spotlight Report.

Retailers are being urged to prepare for a busier November than ever before as new research reveals holiday shopping behaviour predictions. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gbiw9zRY