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Casual Conversion Decision – hurry up and wait

As part of the ongoing four-year review of the Modern Award system, the Fair Work Commission has determined to give employees across most industries and occupations the right to request permanent employment status after 12 months of regular and systematic employment.

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Amazon rocks Woolworths’ share value

Amazon’s plan to disrupt global retailers hit another peak this week with its acquisition of the US retailer Whole Foods, sparking concern that its eventual launch into the Australian market is closer than originally thought. Woolworths’ share prices took a hit following the announcement, dropping by 4% from $26.25 down to $25.33, its biggest decline

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Australian shopper and retail marketing survey to take place

Originally published on The Shout, written by Andy Young. POPAI ANZ, the global association for marketing at retail, and shopper research firm, GfK, are planning to conduct the first Australian shopper and retail marketing and category management industry study for three years. The study, which will be conducted from June to August, aims to benchmark

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Do we need a retail ombudsman?

This story was originally published on RetailBiz by Ruth Cooper. An interesting article from the Sydney Morning Herald this week outlines the Consumer Action Law Centre’s view that Australia should establish a Retail Ombudsman to “freely, quickly and fairly” resolve disputes between “ordinary Australians” and retailers. This information comes from the centre’s pre-budget submission to treasury, in which

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