Myer squares off against Government: 'Consumers want certainty'
The chairman of Myer has used his address to shareholders to take a swipe at the Federal Government today, saying the carbon levy is hurting consumer spending and the "GST loophole" for online purchases is hurting businesses.
Fri 07/12/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »New August Appliance Retailer magazine focuses on insights and investigations
The August edition of Appliance Retailer magazine is now available - and it's a big one! There are features on cooking appliances and audio products, plus an exclusive investigation into the United Warranties collapse.
Mon 06/08/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Seeley founder slams carbon tax as an 'unnecessary imposition'
The founder and chairman of Australian air conditioning manufacturer Seeley International has criticised the Federal Government's carbon pricing scheme, saying that it is an unnecessary imposition on Australian manufacturing.
Mon 14/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »More cash but less spending and a 'false economy', claim Budget analysts
The Federal Budget delivered overnight will result in more cash in consumers' hands but not necessarily in retailers' tills, claims one analyst, while the ARA has branded this surplus a "false economy" due to how it's been achieved.
Wed 09/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Aussies saving power by switching off appliances...but not the air con
While consumers are attempting to save power by switching off appliances like the beloved beer fridge, many would rather cut costs elsewhere than turn off their air conditioners.
Mon 30/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »ACCC warns businesses about false carbon price claims
The ACCC has issued a Carbon Price Claims guide designed to inform businesses about how to claim price increases under the government's new carbon pricing scheme.
Tue 15/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »In these taxing times, Panasonic supports CO2 emission cuts
Tax or no tax, Panasonic is committed to reducing its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by the occasion of its 100th birthday in 2018.
Wed 07/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Carbon price will lead retailers to "shed staff": Industry survey
The Australian Retailers Association is predicting the Federal Government's new carbon pricing scheme will have tough consequences on retailers, according to a survey of 500 retailers released over the weekend.
Tue 09/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Panasonic goes green with Econavi technology
While the hills are alive with the sound of carbon pricing, reducing power bills and saving the environment, Panasonic has come to the table to offer consumers a greener choice with its new "Econavi" technology.
Fri 15/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Carbon tax is mixed news for retailers says ARA
The Carbon Tax will hit retailers, but it will also give them the opportunity to adapt and strengthen their businesses to become more competitive, according to the head of one of Australia's leading retail advocacy groups.
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