Best Australian Books of 2025 Revealed
Discover the standout Australian books of 2025, featuring powerful debuts, celebrated authors, and the year's most compelling literary achievements. Explore the list now.
Discover the standout Australian books of 2025, featuring powerful debuts, celebrated authors, and the year's most compelling literary achievements. Explore the list now.
Bunnings has launched its own blind box collectibles, 'Mini Bears', sending Australian shoppers into a frenzy. The $12.50 mystery figurines are available in-store only, with a rare variant odds of 1 in 16.
As Black Friday begins, the Retail Trust reveals 77% of shop staff face intimidation. The charity urges shoppers to show respect with simple smiles and thank yous during the festive rush.
The beloved DIY chain Bunnings finds itself at the centre of a heated national debate as calls intensify to prohibit pets in stores following a series of concerning incidents. As opinions clash between animal lovers and safety advocates, we examine whethe
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
Discover Australia's hottest November book releases featuring Helen Garner's first novel in years, Madeleine Gray's anticipated follow-up, and bold new takes on mythology.
Marks & Spencer shares experienced their sharpest decline since March 2020 after the retail bellwether warned of weaker profits, sending shockwaves through the UK retail sector.
Marks & Spencer announces ambitious expansion plan with 20 new stores across the UK, creating over 3,400 jobs and bringing back beloved fashion brands.
Popular homeware retailer Carter's confirms sweeping store closures and layoffs across Britain, citing inflation, supply chain issues, and changing consumer habits as key factors.
Popular Cornish fashion brand Seasalt is embarking on its biggest retail expansion yet, planning to open 30 new stores across the UK and create 350 jobs as demand for their colourful designs continues to grow.
Target's chief executive Brian Cornell reveals escalating organised retail crime is putting staff safety at risk and costing retailers billions annually.
American retail colossus Target reveals plans to cut thousands of corporate positions in strategic cost-cutting move following disappointing sales performance and changing consumer habits.
Another beloved high street name faces significant restructuring as economic pressures force the closure of 83 stores nationwide, putting hundreds of jobs at risk.
The cosmetics giant Lush is shutting down its entire Australian operations after facing intense criticism and boycotts over its controversial position on the Gaza conflict, leaving staff devastated and customers stunned.
Tesco extends its dominance as Britain's largest retailer with strategic price cuts and digital innovation, leaving competitors struggling to keep pace in the fiercely competitive grocery sector.
Australia's beloved Bluey has triggered an unprecedented coin collecting craze as the Royal Australian Mint releases limited edition 50-cent pieces featuring the Heeler family, causing queues and sell-outs across the country.
In a stunning upset that's shaking the wine world, Western Australia's Margaret River region has dethroned traditional favourites to produce the country's best Shiraz, according to prestigious international judging.
Shocking armed robbery at Woolworths store highlights escalating retail crime wave sweeping Britain, with police hunting multiple suspects after dramatic staff confrontation.
Retail giant Walmart announces ambitious expansion into New York City, opening new stores and creating hundreds of jobs while challenging established competitors.
Exclusive investigation reveals why Australian travellers are queuing outside Middle Eastern airlines in Sydney's CBD amid growing safety concerns about domestic carriers and airport security.
The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.
Pet retail giant Petco announces significant store closures across the United States, joining growing list of retailers facing challenging market conditions and shifting consumer habits.
The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative
Another major blow hits the UK High Street as popular retailer confirms 23 store closures across England and Wales, leaving staff and communities reeling from the latest retail casualties.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese embraces pragmatic governance amid challenging political headwinds, balancing ideology with practical solutions in what experts call 'the era of messy politics'.
Global sportswear titan Nike confirms permanent closure of multiple Sydney retail locations in strategic shift toward digital marketplace, leaving shopping districts reeling.
Former US President Donald Trump is poised to announce crushing 100% tariffs on Australian aluminium and steel imports if re-elected, dealing a catastrophic blow to a key Australian industry and threatening thousands of jobs.
Dozens of high street locations face closure as leading retailers including Greggs, Co-op and JD Sports announce restructuring plans affecting communities across Britain.
Discover how Build-A-Bear Workshop defied the retail downturn with a savvy digital pivot and experiential offerings, leading to a stunning profit surge and ambitious expansion plans across the UK.