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“What if this happens to us?”: Retailers revisit emergency response plans

Inside Retail

In the wake of the tragic Westfield Bondi Junction stabbing attack on April 13, Australian retailers have been revisiting their emergency response plans to ensure they are fully prepared for every contingency. In addition, it’s a good idea for retailers to partake in all training opportunities that shopping centre landlords offer.

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How Ikea Australia plans to champion affordability and the shopping experience

Inside Retail

MV: In recent years, we have invested heavily in our journey as an innovative omnichannel retailer, opening Plan and Order Point locations in Greater Melbourne and Sydney, enabling us to be exactly where our customers need us to be, which is a key part of our growth strategy for Ikea in Australia.

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LSKD appoints first chief retail officer as part of its “audacious” growth plan

Inside Retail

Customer experience LSKD has ‘audacious’ growth plans for the next few years and Shaughnessy is expected to play a key role in helping the brand create a unique in-store experience and ensuring the right products are stocked in each store. Part of this expansion strategy is to give LSKD customers the ability to shop directly with the brand.

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Revolutionising retail engagement with cashback

Inside Retail

Cashback programs are more effective than reward points in shaping certain shopping behaviours, according to new research conducted by cashback platform Cashrewards in partnership with Inside Retail. The report demonstrates how engaging with special offers plays a crucial role in establishing lasting brand loyalty.

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Entertainment Options to Keep You Energised on a Long Shopping Day

Retail Focus

Shopping can be an exhilarating experience, but even the most avid shopper needs a break after hours of walking and browsing through endless aisles of products. Relax in a Café or Bookshop One of the most classic ways to take a break during a shopping spree is by visiting a café or a cosy bookshop.

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Reebok Pacific GM talks new Chadstone store and growth plans down under

Inside Retail

The brand has a range of partnerships in the works, and recently opened its first domestic flagship – a 167sqm store at Chadstone Shopping Centre, showcasing new trends and styles, and introducing new customers to the vintage brand. Then, as part of our longer-term plan, we will look to expand to other locations.

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Aptos survey: 88% of Gen Z shoppers in UK plan to visit a physical store this Golden Quarter

Retail Focus

The report found that the majority of Gen Z shoppers plan to spend more or the same on Christmas gifts compared to last year and that visiting stores during the festive period is a top priority. Despite being digital natives, 88% plan to visit a physical store during the Christmas shopping period.

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