Professional Beauty
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Retail Biz
Specialty stores winning customers over
7/02/2012 2:00:31 PM
Large mall-based retail chains may face a difficult future as more consumers turn towards dedicated specialty stores for their shopping, according toMacquarie Equities Research.
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Mobile drove Christmas shopping
7/02/2012 1:00:52 PM
There was a surge in mobile shopping during Christmas, according to the January Getprice online shopping index traffic.
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More stores added to Wintergarden centre
7/02/2012 12:00:48 PM
ISPT has announced a number of new retailers had confirmed that they will be joining the centre, including Tommy Hilfiger, cosmetic giant Mecca Maxima, Ben Sherman and Sam Wagner.
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Retail trade back down 0.1%
6/02/2012 4:15:16 PM
Following a 0.1 per cent rise in November 2011, the ABS has reported that retail trade figures for December, the most crucial month of trading, fell 0.1 per cent.
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Group buying market to exceed $600M in 2012
6/02/2012 3:23:23 PM
The group buying industry continues to grow as the industry as generated half a billion dollar since commencing in 2010 with some 5,000 deals published and an average of 1 million vouchers sold each m... more>>
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Spice News
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The Shout
Bottle shop taking on the banks
6/02/2012 12:29:41 PM
A former bottle shop owner has joined Australia's biggest series of class actions against unfair bank fees.
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New rum bartenders can bank on
6/02/2012 11:58:07 AM
A premium award-winning white rum, inspired by the First Fleet's Joseph Banks and made from a blend of five quality rums, will be launched in Australia tonight.
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Sydney Royal Wine Show kicks off
6/02/2012 11:43:40 AM
Judging for the prestigious 2012 Macquarie Group Sydney Royal Wine Show starts today at Sydney's Olympic Park.
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William Grant launches "miracle" tequila
6/02/2012 11:16:24 AM
Continuing the expansion of its Australian spirits portfolio, William Grant & Sons has announced the launch of the award-winning Milagro Tequila.
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Publican warns against "discounting spiral"
6/02/2012 10:45:48 AM
One of Queensland's best-known hotels has warned pub owners not to sell themselves short in order to attract business.
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Australian Ageing Agenda
Danger behind the wheel
7/02/2012 11:44:27 AM
Taking psychoactive drugs, such as benzodiazepines and anti-depressants, could make an older person five times more likely to be involved in a car accident, a new study has found.
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OPINION: Nursing the breaking point
7/02/2012 9:44:44 AM
The aged care sector should 'raise the bar' to attract the nurses it needs, writes Jane Boag, general manager of residential services at Benetas.
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There's no need to suffer in silence
3/02/2012 4:11:21 PM
More than three million people in Australia and around the world are suffering in silence because medical professionals are denying them access to opioids, Palliative Care Australia says.
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Nursing homes unsustainable
2/02/2012 5:39:40 PM
Australian aged care providers have been saying for some time that building and running a modern nursing home just doesn't add up financially. Now they have more figures to back their claims.
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Cut staff or services?
2/02/2012 4:53:11 PM
If Australian governments don't cough up their 'fair share' of money needed to fund the recently awarded SACS worker wage increases, providers could be forced to cut staff or services to pay for it th... more>>
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Current
ACCC consumer rights campaign comes with a warning for retailers
7/02/2012 12:35:19 PM
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has launched a media campaign designed to remind consumers of their rights when purchasing goods. The ACCC also warned that the laws have implication... more>>
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Samsung appoints new corporate marketing director
7/02/2012 11:35:09 AM
Samsung Electronics Australia has today announced the appointment of Arno Lenior as marketing director - corporate, to lead the company's Australian Corporate and Marketing Communications division.
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Masters, Big W & Dick Smith take on Costco in Canberra's Majura Park
7/02/2012 10:36:45 AM
Costco is set to go up against new large-format Masters, Big W and Dick Smith stores over the coming months, as Woolworths expands its presence in Canberra's Majura Park retail precinct. Current takes... more>>
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Sony Australia GM of sales to depart after 26 years of service
6/02/2012 12:37:47 PM
Sony Australia has confirmed that David Hargreaves, a 26-year veteran of the company, has resigned. Hargreaves' final day will be 2 March 2012. As a result of this departure, the sales team structure ... more>>
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Everything's coming up Sunbeam: FoodSaver, Emjoi & new appointment
6/02/2012 12:23:48 PM
Sunbeam's FoodSaver has been awarded best Small Appliance Product of the Year, its Emjoi sub-brand has topped the epilation category, and the company has a new addition to its personal care team.
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Inside Film
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Government News
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Jewellery World
POSITION VACANT - EXPERIENCED JEWELLER AND SETTER
6/02/2012 8:51:01 PM
Kings Hall Jewellers are specialist manufacturers of high quality diamond and precious stone jewellery. We require an experienced setter and an experienced jeweller to join the creative team at our l... more>>
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LVMH records 16 percent increase in revenue
6/02/2012 4:10:20 PM
LVMH, the world's leading luxury products group, earned 23.7 billion Euros in 2011 - a 16 percent increase over 2010.
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Cerrone joins Nationwide
6/02/2012 3:18:54 PM
After more than 35 years making and selling fine jewellery, Nicola Cerrone, one of Australia's most successful jewellers, has joined the Nationwide Jewellers buying group.
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Thomas Sabo parties at Polo
6/02/2012 2:15:28 PM
Thomas Sabo launched its Spring and Summer 2012 collection with a party for around 100 fashion and lifestyle journalists and a handful of local celebrities in Sydney on Tuesday.
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Adcock defends Pandora closures
6/02/2012 11:02:05 AM
Pandora Australia president Karin Adcock has defended the company's decision to close over 100 accounts in Australia and New Zealand less than 12 months after its closure of around 100 accounts in 201... more>>
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Style Icons
Platinum Perfect
7/02/2012 12:17:23 PM
Pureology have developed a range that will keep clients' shade of blonde looking radiant whilst simultaneously combating the damage caused by lightening hair.
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Brian Suhr for Davines
7/02/2012 12:10:50 PM
Italian hair stallion Brian Suhr celebrates almost seven years in his roles as Davines International Education Coordinator with a worldwide tour this March.
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Summer Style Celebration
7/02/2012 12:05:36 PM
American Crew and KEVIN.MURPHY proved style masters at the annual GQ Vogue Summer Party - an event that celebrated the final vestiges of the season.
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Bodyography Product Demonstration
7/02/2012 11:58:40 AM
Salon Owners are invited for a drink and hands-on make up demonstration at the Bodyography Professional Cosmetics Academy and Showroom next week.
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Paul Mitchell has a Winner
2/02/2012 2:31:14 PM
The winner of the Paul Mitchell in-salon promo competition has been announced - Peter White has won a trip to Hawaii, and his hairdresser has too!
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Transport and Logistics
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Australian Gift Guide
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