Euro Garages Group have signed a partnership with VMO which will see the roll-out of more digital screens in its petrol and convenience network. The partnership formalises the exclusive tenure of VMO’s ‘On-the-go’ premium outdoor TV assets across Euro Garages Group’s Australian stores. Euro Garages Group’s acquisition of the Woolworths Caltex petrol business earlier this […]
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The Australasian Association of Convenience Stores (AACS) has thrown its support behind Victoria Police calls for a stronger response to punish violent thieves who commit crimes against retailers. North West Metro Commander Tim Hansen said police planned to lobby government to try and create a new ‘aggravated shop steal’ offence. AACS CEO Jeff Rogut agrees
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7-Eleven CEO Angus McKay has instructed 700 7-Eleven stores across the country to remove Picture and People magazines from their stores following a petition launched by lobby group, Collective Shout. The decision was made swiftly once the content of the magazines was brought to the company’s attention, according to 7-Eleven CEO Angus McKay. “The material does not
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BP Australia and Qantas have announced a new customer loyalty partnership that will see Qantas Frequent Flyer become the cornerstone partner of BP’s new customer loyalty program, BP Rewards. Launching in early 2020, the BP Rewards program will allow customers to earn Qantas Points on fuel and eligible in-store purchases across participating BP retail sites.
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The argument for selling alcohol through convenience stores continued this week with Australasian Association of Convenience Stores (AACS) CEO Jeff Rogut outlining the key reasons why this issue should remain on the agenda. In an exclusive interview with C&I, Rogut explained, “AACS remains committed to working with governments to secure the opportunity for convenience retailers
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To mark 100 years of operations in Australia, BP has commissioned six artists from around the country whose inspired artworks will form an exhibition that represents BP’s contribution to Australia through the decades. BP Australia President, Andy Holmes said, “Our Australian story has many layers and our business has evolved and grown greatly over the
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BP and David Jones have announced a partnership to create all-new centres of convenience and shape the way Australian consumers shop for food. The partnership combines David Jones Food’s exclusive, high-quality product range with BP’s global expertise in convenience retailing and national footprint, giving customers access to locally-sourced, ready-made meals and other fresh, quality offers
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7-Eleven has opened its door to its 700th store with the official opening of its new store in Bankia Grove, Western Australia. Western Australia has 38 stores, with 7-Eleven seeing Western Australia as having ongoing growth potential. According to General Manager Retail Operations Braeden Lord, Western Australia locals have welcomed the company a consumers, as
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The Australasian Association of Convenience Stores (AACS) has commended the Tasmanian Government for recognising the threat to small businesses that raising the legal tobacco purchasing age would have, as well as the boost it would give to criminals supplying the black market trade of illegal tobacco. A Bill proposing to raise the legal age from
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Dettol announces the launch of a new product range called Dettol Parents Approved. Offering the same trusted Dettol protection from germs, the new Parents Approved range of hand washes and shower gels have simplified formulas and are free from harsh chemical residues, parabens, dyes and synthetic fragrances, suitable for ages 3+ and contains natural lemongrass
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When Three fiercely Independent brands combine In 1968, Ron and Margaret Anderson purchased the Mobil Distribution in Warnambool which lead to them becoming an Independent Distributor and the APCO business was born – Anderson Petroleum Company (APCO). 1980 saw the opening of the very first APCO retail store and service station when Victoria’s first APCO Easy Shop store
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The Westside Petroleum Group has opened a new petrol station in Dunedoo. The Shell petrol station is on the Golden Highway in Dunedoo in NSW. In a post on the companies LinkedIn page, the company said the site was: “Packed with features including both light and heavy vehicle filling areas (with high flow and diesel)+
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This month, BP is proud to announce it is trialling home delivery from its petrol and convenience stores. Launching Couchfood™ (powered by BP), the new service is now available via Uber Eats. Available from stores across the country, snackers can now enjoy their favourite snack food from the comfort of their couch. As more customers
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