All Australia articles – Page 6
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AnalysisPeople moves: A host of shock exits and all the moves in September
All change across the retail sector as John Dixon moves to Australia and there is a range of surprise exits at fashion retailers.
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Analysis7-Eleven Australia bosses quit over 'underpaid workers' scandal
The bosses of convenience group 7-Eleven have quit the retailer in the aftermath of claims that it exploited workers over pay.
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AnalysisJohn Dixon aims to make ‘iconic’ David Jones a ‘world-class' retailer
Former Marks & Spencer director John Dixon aims to make Australian retailer David Jones “world-class” when he joins as chief executive in January.
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AnalysisJohn Dixon says David Jones a ‘perfect fit’ as he takes top job at retailer
John Dixon has said David Jones is a “perfect fit” for him after being confirmed as the Australian department store group’s new boss.
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AnalysisEx-Marks & Spencer GM boss John Dixon to take top job at Australia's David Jones
John Dixon, the former head of Marks & Spencer’s general merchandise unit, is expected to be unveiled as the new boss of Australian department store group David Jones.
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NewsWoolworths chairman exits as Australian grocer reports 12% profit slump
Woolworths chairman Ralph Waters will leave the struggling supermarket chain next week after the retailer revealed full-year profits nose-dived.
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NewsAustralian accessories retailer Lovisa aims for sparkling UK debut
Australian value fashion accessories retailer Lovisa is plotting its first UK stores ahead of the peak Christmas trading period.
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AnalysisTransforming Target: How Stuart Machin is revamping the Australian retailer
Australian retail, like its UK counterpart, is in the midst of radical change. But its British-born boss is undaunted by modernising Target.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Lidl, Ikea and Dollar Tree
Retail news round-up on July 3, 2015: Lidl funded by World Bank, Ikea plans Autralian ‘mini stores and Dollar Tree wins approval for Fmaily Dollar deal
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NewsWoolworths posts first quarterly sales fall in two decades
Woolworths has revealed it will cut 400 jobs as it seeks to save $500m (£255m) after posting its first quarterly sales fall in two decades.
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AnalysisInternational news analysis: Birth of a global online fashion powerhouse
Global Fashion Group has been formed to offer an online international fashion service across emerging markets worldwide.
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NewsMorrisons chief executive front-runner Ian McLeod takes up new role in US
A front-runner tipped to become the new Morrisons chief executive, Wesfamers’ Ian McLeod, has instead taken up a role in the US.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on WHSmith, Tesco, Carphone Warehouse and more
Retail news round-up on December 4, 2014: WHSmith buys Supanews in Australia; Tesco hunts for chairman from outside of retail; Carphone Warehouse opens data centre; and Phones 4U mulls VAT issue.
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NewsColes outpaces Australian grocery rival Woolworths for 25th quarter
Australian grocer Coles’ like-for-like sales have outpaced rival supermarket Woolworths for the 25th consecutive quarter.
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NewsAsos will benefit from overseas price cuts within six months, says Nick Robertson
Asos boss Nick Robertson said its investment in cutting prices overseas will start paying off within six months as he attempts to stop the slowdown.
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NewsBoden launches in Australia as it unveils flat profits in 2013
Fashion retailer Boden has launched in Australia and unveiled flat profits in 2013 after it invested to propel its international growth.
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NewsAustralian stationer Smiggle to double store count before Christmas
Smiggle will open 10 new stores before Christmas in high profile locations including the Bullring, Westfield London and Meadowhall.
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AnalysisAt a glance: Industrie, the Australian retailer with UK expansion plans
As Australian menswear retailer Industrie reportedly seeks to expand its presence in the UK by opening up to 30 new stores, Retail Week takes a look at the company.
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OpinionComment: Digital wallets can turn high street challenges into opportunity
As one in five high street shops potentially face closure by 2018, could digital wallets prove to be the tonic town centres need?
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OpinionBlog: Will Sports Direct work Down Under?
Sports Direct is the latest retailer to venture Down Under with an online tie-up with Australian etailer MySale and a smattering of stores in Oz and New Zealand in the offing.