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FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The Lego Group has appointed Justine McKenny as its new senior director, head of marketing for Australia and New Zealand, effective March 1. McKenny will lead the marketing team for the region and join the leadership team, reporting to Troy Taylor – VP and GM for Australia and New Zealand.

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APRIL 17, 2024

The ‘Live in UA’ campaign will roll out across all of Under Armour Australia’s digital brand platforms and nationally in Under Armour Brand Houses and out-of-home marketing placements. The post Under Armour launches sportswear range exclusive to Australia appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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MARCH 21, 2024

The company had operations in Europe, Africa, Asia, the US, Australia and New Zealand. In Australia and New Zealand it owned the Fantastic Furniture and Freedom retail chains. The post Former Steinhoff leader found dead after massive fine levied appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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OCTOBER 5, 2022

Taiwanese bubble tea franchise Chatime is embarking on a period of rapid global growth, forecasting 30 new stores to be launched annually for the next three years in Australia alone. The plan, according to Chatime Australia chief executive Carlos Antonius, is to hit 250 stores by 2025.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

per cent, driven by Kogan Mobile Australia, Kogan Mobile New Zealand, Kogan Insurance, and Kogan Internet. During the period, the company launched Mighty Mobile in New Zealand, representing the first vertical under that brand. The online retailer swung to a net profit of $8.7 million while revenue slid 9.9

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FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The companies signed two separate agreements for Australia and New Zealand on May 5, 2014, under which Gispac would supply small and large paper bags to Michael Hill for the two markets. However, four new Bevilles locations were opened during the period. million in damages appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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APRIL 11, 2024

. “Launching at Brisbane Domestic Airport represents a significant milestone for our brand,” said Motto Motto CEO Matt Fickling, about the 15th franchise agreement it has now inked in Australia. ” The post Motto Motto makes airport debut in 15th franchise deal appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. .

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JANUARY 29, 2024

The 93-year-old company has appointed Craig Crosbie, Robert Ditrich and Daniel Walley from PwC Australia as voluntary administrators. The retailer operates 141 stores with more than 600 employees across Australia and New Zealand, while franchisees run an additional 28 stores.

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MARCH 24, 2024

The Australian Financial Review (AFR) also reported that the fashion company has already informed its suppliers and employees that a new CEO will be named in due course. Before joining Brandbank, Halkett was CEO of New Zealand fashion retailer Moochi. and Fine-Day.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Home and lifestyle retailer Bunnings is collaborating with popular animated TV series Bluey to rebrand several of its stores in Australia and New Zealand. The rebrand, which affects six stores across all states in Australia and one store in New Zealand, is inspired by Hammerbarn – an episode from Season 2 of Bluey.

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MARCH 11, 2024

” The workforce reduction came a year after the company restructured, combining its Aje, Aje Athletica and Ikkari brands into a new company called Aje Collective. .” Founded in Melbourne in 2008, Aje now has stores across Australia and New Zealand and an e-commerce site for international orders.

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MARCH 10, 2024

AKA Brands saw its annual sales dragged down by weaker performances in its Australia and New Zealand businesses. The post AKA Brands’ sales dragged by weaker ANZ performance appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. The fashion retailer’s net sales fell 10.7 per cent to $825.5 per cent to $306.4 million. .

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JANUARY 19, 2024

However, four new Bevilles locations were opened during the period. By segment, sales in Australia were up 10.2 per cent, while sales in New Zealand were down 10.3 Founded in 1979 in Whangarei, Michael Hill currently has 302 stores across Australia, New Zealand and Canada. per cent year on year.

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

Greeting card retailer Hallmark Australia has opened a new concept retail store at Blackburn Square Shopping Centre in Victoria. Aside from gift cards and gift packaging, the new store offers Hallmark-branded collectibles such as Keepsake ornaments, recordable storybooks, and newly launched Better Together plushies.

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MARCH 19, 2024

As a result, all remaining Godfreys stores in Australia and New Zealand will be shuttered by May 31. “This is not the outcome Godfreys had hoped for following a rigorous process to find a purchaser for the business that could keep the store network trading,” administrator and PWC Australia partner Craig Crosbie.

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JANUARY 28, 2024

Woolworths has flagged weaker performance of its New Zealand food operations and Big W businesses in the first half of the current fiscal year. The supermarket chain forecasts its New Zealand unit to book $65.7 This includes about $12 million of costs associated with the transformation of Woolworths New Zealand.

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APRIL 21, 2024

Woolworths New Zealand has rolled out team safety cameras to all of its 191 stores, following a successful 17-store trial. Jason Stockill, director of stores at Woolworths New Zealand, expressed his concern about the need for such measures necessary to strengthen the stores’ security and safety.

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AUGUST 28, 2023

Trans-Tasman fast-food operator Restaurant Brands New Zealand’s performance continued to be impacted by rising inflationary environment during the six months ended June 30. per cent year over year, supported by the opening of new stores and a stronger US dollar. By segment, Australia recorded the highest sales growth (13.8

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FEBRUARY 21, 2024

“The strong interest from potential acquirers of the restructured business is a testament to the enduring Godfreys brand, the loyalty of the customer base and the performance of the Godfreys team across 113 stores in Australia and New Zealand that continue to trade,” said administrator and PwC Australia partner Craig Crosbie.

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DECEMBER 14, 2023

The expanded store marks Brandbank Group’s aggressive growth strategy, with 500 stores across Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong and Singapore. ” The post Seed Heritage’s reopened Canberra Centre store is now brand’s largest yet appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. .

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MARCH 15, 2024

McDonald’s said on Friday it had halted operations at many of its stores in Japan due to a system disruption and was facing technical outages at some other outlets worldwide, including Australia. The company operates nearly 3,000 stores across Japan and roughly 1,000 in Australia, its websites for the regions show.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Cosmetics brand L’Oréal booked over $1 billion in revenue from its Australia and New Zealand businesses last year, marking a significant milestone in the region. The post L’Oréal surpassed $1 billion in sales across Australia-New Zealand last year appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The group operates 42 Westfield destinations across Australia and New Zealand, which saw total customer visitation of 512 million, up 32 million or 6.7 The post Increased Westfield visitation drives full-year growth for Scentre Group appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. Net operating income rose 8.8 billion or 6.4

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OCTOBER 12, 2023

We look forward to more inspired collaborations and extending the Moulin Rouge magic to new horizons with Asembl.” Asembl was recently selected as Moulin Rouge’s Australian and New Zealand licencing agent. The sleepwear line is inspired by Moulin Rouge and features the club’s classic posters and themes.

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MAY 15, 2023

Lifestyle label Laura Ashley has partnered with homeware marketer Basford Brands to launch a soft furnishings range in Australia and New Zealand. Established in 1953, Laura Ashley sells a range of lifestyle products including home furnishings, women’s sleepwear, children’s apparel, accessories and hospitality experiences.

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JANUARY 22, 2024

Customers may purchase the collection on pre-sale until February 4 on the Strong Pilates website and pick up the order from Strong Pilates studios in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. The post Apparel label The Upside partners with pilates chain in sustainable collection appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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AUGUST 27, 2023

AVC currently owns and operates more than 210 pubs, bars and restaurants across Australia and New Zealand. The acquisition of AVC marks PAG’s latest investment in Australia’s growing consumer sector, with previous control investments including Craveable Brands, The Cheesecake Shop, and Cordina Farms.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The Iconic has launched a new branding campaign over a month after the online fashion retailer found itself in defence mode due to fraudulent transactions made via customers’ accounts. The post The Iconic launches brand campaign following fraud scandal appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Melbourne-based footwear company Novo Shoes Group has acquired New Zealand brand Shoe Connection to further amplify its portfolio. The New Zealand company sources materials from Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Turkey and connects with artisans for quality leather craftsmanship. and soon to be on The Iconic.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Global pizza chain restaurant Domino’s is set to open another 10 stores across Australia and New Zealand before the end of the year. Domino’s ANZ chief development officer, Cameron Toomey, said Australia is one of the more “mature locations” when compared to the retailer’s global markets. “We

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FEBRUARY 20, 2024

New Zealand food sales rose 4.2 per cent while New Zealand food sales inched 1 per cent higher. The post Woolworths books higher net profit, sales in first half appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. The supermarket group’s net profit rose 2.5 per cent year over year to $929 million as sales jumped 4.4

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NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Platypus has already launched nine new locations this year, with plans to establish an additional 30 by the end of June. Platypus, which was acquired by Accent Group in 2007, currently has 167 stores in Australia and 34 in New Zealand.

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OCTOBER 18, 2023

With the new flagship, the brand said it targets the luxury consumer market and design-minded customers. The new space further grounds Gaggenau as an industry leader within the Sydney community, engaging architects, designers, enthusiasts and distinguished identities alike,” said Andrew Jones, CEO of Australia and New Zealand for Gaggenau.

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DECEMBER 17, 2023

BWX collapsed and entered voluntary administration in April, with KPMG Australia subsequently appointed receiver. ” The sale of Go-To Skincare’s shares follows the sale of Flora & Fauna and Nourished Life to New Zealand-headquartered Health Post and Flora & Fauna founder Julie Mathers. .

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AUGUST 29, 2023

As a result, the group sold its Evans business and exited the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) markets which allows the business to focus on the US – which it describes as “highly lucrative” – and solidifying its position in Australia.

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OCTOBER 10, 2023

Outdoor apparel and equipment brand Macpac has expanded its footprint in Sydney with a new store at Westfield Bondi Junction, the brand’s 53rd in Australia. Our Bondi Junction store will proudly showcase elements from our new brand toolkit,” said Seaholme. “Our

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FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Bunnings has transformed seven stores across Australia and New Zealand into Bluey ’s ‘Hammerbarn’ in a play to attract a new consumer demographic. While DIY workshops aren’t a new experience at Bunnings, the collaboration with Bluey provided a fresh take on a tried-and-true retail activation for the brand.

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