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JANUARY 30, 2023

Sydney’s Paddy’s Market is at the centre of a debate over its redevelopment with some traders and members of the public opposing plans to give the venue a significant facelift. One trader opposing the plan, Judy Kim, said the market is a “Sydney institution” and that generations of families have flocked to the location.

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APRIL 12, 2023

The company is also planning to open three stores in the Bahamas and 10 in Iraq. The company first revealed plans to target Australia in April last year. The post US chain Duck Donuts plans Australian launch appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

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. LSKD was recently named ‘Business of the Year’ in the 2024 Telstra Best of Business Awards.

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Inside Retail

MAY 10, 2022

Bubble-tea brand Sharetea says it is planning expansion in Australia as the country recovers from Covid restrictions. Established almost 10 years ago, the brand boasts 90 franchised stores now and plans to expand it to 110 stores by the end of this year.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Lego has scrapped its plans to make its bricks from recycled bottles after discovering the method does not reduce emissions and, when adopted at scale, would leave a higher carbon footprint. The post Lego scraps plans to make bricks from recycled bottles appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 29, 2023

Incoming CEO Vlad Yakubson will start earlier than planned on October 9. The post Dusk plans e-commerce overhaul as sales slip appeared first on Inside Retail. Looking forward, the company says its Dusk website will be re-platformed and redesigned in the second half of the new financial year.

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Inside Retail

JULY 24, 2023

The company plans to spend about $600 million on 100 new stores in the next three years while $450 million will be spent on refurbishing. Further reading: Macca’s, Peter Alexander unveil latest sleepwear collab The post McDonald’s plans $1 billion Australian restaurant rollout, upgrade appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

The chain was listed by GapMaps as one of the fastest-growing QSR brands by store numbers this year Another 30 outlets, including drive-throughs, are in the plans for the Australian market. The post Guzman y Gomez reveals $759 million revenue, 30-store plan appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 7, 2023

Mambourin Marketplace, which will be anchored by a major supermarket operator, will feature 7200sqm of retail space, including a planned medical area, pharmacy, and up to 25 specialised retailers including fresh food grocers, cafes, and restaurants.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Aussie discount retailer Silly Solly is on a growth trajectory, with plans to expand as a franchise, after shifting from a licensing model. The post Silly Solly’s plans 10 more stores as it moves to franchise model appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. This story was originally published on Franchise Executives.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 12, 2024

million) for the implementation of its ongoing turnaround plan and cost reduction program. The post Superdry in talks to secure funding for turnaround plan appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. The British retailer is seeking to increase its lending facilities by approximately £10 million (US$12.8

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The post Brisbane Airport extends duty-free contract with Lotte, plans unique concept appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. The 10-year lease comes as the Brisbane Airport undergoes a $5 billion Future BNE development program, which includes putting up a third passenger terminal and major refurbishments to existing terminals.

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OCTOBER 3, 2023

The post Brooklyn Donuts opens first NSW store, plans national footprint appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. This story was originally published on Franchise Executives.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 19, 2023

Children’s goods retailer Toys ‘R’ Us says it plans to open a 3000sqm experiential retail hub in Victoria if the company’s capital raising plan is successful. The post Toys ‘R’ Us plans to open an experiential hub in Victoria appeared first on Inside Retail. per cent in February to 22.3

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 29, 2024

Advanced Planning Systems (APS) are at the heart of digital transformation when looking to improve operations management. What necessitated companies to modify their supply chain planning? The global pandemic has fundamentally altered the landscape of supply chain planning. A 3 per cent reduction in COGS.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2023

The brand last year announced plans to expand into New Zealand with three new stores to be launched in Auckland and Wellington. The post Dusk CEO Peter King resigns, sparking transition plan appeared first on Inside Retail.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The post Officeworks, Recycle Mate team up in tech and accessories recovery plan appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. Officeworks, in partnership with Moorup, also offers a device trade-in program which allows customers to replace their old gadgets with something new ahead of the Black Friday and Christmas sales.

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Inside Retail

JULY 19, 2023

Domestic and global plans Rodgers explained that different companies had approached Cargo Crew over the years to discuss what a joint venture or partnership would look like. Cargo Crew is now planning to formally enter the US market, with plans to establish an on-the-ground team and PR presence before moving stock.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The post Primark unveils plans to extend Metrocentre store appeared first on Retail Focus - Retail Design. Last year, the destination re-anchored the Red Mall by relocating and upsizing international powerhouses Sports Direct, Flannels, and Zara, creating more than 170,000 sq ft of new retail space.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Meanwhile, over the next 18 months, there are plans for two to three new venues, with a grand opening every six months or so. The post Belles Hot Chicken talks crowdfunding campaign and global growth plans appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Inside Retail

MAY 25, 2023

The post Hell Pizza launches ‘pay after you die’ plan appeared first on Inside Retail. About 666 people will then be selected and made to sign an online legally binding agreement, amending their will, for the total of their chosen order.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

The plan from the beginning was to make something that would synergise with the Aje Collective’s other businesses, and which complemented the health-focused lifestyle Norris saw in Aje’s target market. “I New opportunities While Ikkari is still young, it already has big plans. We’re very focused on telling that story.”

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Inside Retail

MARCH 19, 2024

The post Planning to sell online in the US? Loop also helps reduce loss to fraud by providing retailers with the tools they need to identify and reduce fraudulent returns. Take a look at Loop’s latest webinar here, where Australian e-commerce experts discuss strategies for successful international expansion.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 29, 2023

The plans were revealed along with the group’s annual result which saw a $33.5 The new ones in planning will be located largely in regional areas. The post Mosaic plans 40 new mega stores after network cull spurs profit turnaround appeared first on Inside Retail. million turnaround from a loss of $16.4

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Inside Retail

MAY 9, 2022

Ikea is to launch its small-format planning studio concept in two locations in Australia this year. The first is in Northwest Melbourne, with the second planned for Newcastle. The company expects the Planning Studios will help gather important customer insights and feedback during the first few months of opening.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2023

We will be planning an additional 130 stores throughout this year, with online expected to reach up to 8 million products by the end of the year,” said Evans. Further reading: Mosaic Brands sales increase as shoppers return to stores The post As sales soar, Mosaic Brands plans 130 more stores appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The post Parcel pivot: E-commerce boom behind Australia Post’s shock delivery plan appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. Australia Post has applied to the competition regulator to increase the basic letter postage rate to A$1.50 from early near year. Reporting by Lewis Jackson; Editing by Jamie Freed, of Reuters.

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Inside Retail

MAY 9, 2023

Children’s goods retailer Toys ‘R’ Us says its strategic turnaround plan announced in March is on track and it has already achieved cost savings of $4 million this year. To date, the company has improved its gross margin in the Australian direct-to-consumer e-commerce division from 16.4 per cent in February to 22.3 per cent in April.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 21, 2023

Confirmed events at the Bondi Junction store so far include a ski night, a climbing party and a group trail run, with plans in place to connect with more local businesses and athletes. The post On the growth trail: Inside Arc’teryx’s ANZ expansion plans appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

JULY 13, 2023

Then, as part of our longer-term plan, we will look to expand to other locations. The plan is to support the concepts with outlets in similar areas. IR: Are you also able to discuss how Reebok is planning to combat intense cost-of-living pressures at the moment?

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Inside Retail

JUNE 12, 2023

Renowned Australian footwear business Munro Footwear Group (MFG) recently acquired the popular but beleaguered New Zealand kids’ footwear brand Bobux, as part of a plan to consolidate its presence in the children’s market. The long-term plan is still being finalised,” he said. The initial focus is on stabilisation.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 23, 2023

We plan on using local ingredients sourced in Australia wherever possible. Wendy’s plans to enter the Australian market on the east coast, and the company is exploring major cities like Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. We also plan to align resources to further support development acceleration across the US and international segments.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 5, 2024

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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DECEMBER 8, 2022

The post Apple Australia workers plan Christmas strike appeared first on Inside Retail. Reporting by Praveen Menon; Editing by Stephen Coates, of Reuters.

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