Consumer confidence hits decade low
Consumer confidence has hit a decade low, with households pessimistic about their financial conditions over the next 12 months, and their economic conditions over the
Read more17 February 2026Retail
Grocery habits expose generational divide
New research has uncovered a vast generational divide in shopping habits, with young people far more likely to make spontaneous purchases.
The Vypr report, titled Six
Read more11 February 2026
Ed Sheeran to “pop up” in Australian retail centres
Music superstar Ed Sheeran will make a temporary foray into the Australian retail scene during his national tour later this month.
The singer today announced pop-up
Read more9 February 2026
Mixed views emerge on the importance of buying local
By Susan Luckman and Michelle Phillipov
We have now passed the annual Australia Day peak of calls urging us to “buy Australian” – especially lamb. The iconic
Read more4 February 2026
Valentine’s Day gift ideas for all budgets and tastes
By Susan Schwartz
Ahhh Valentine’s Day – the day for lovers and also for the loved-up confused.
Do you buy your beloved something?
Or have you got an agreement
Read more2 February 2026
How to save your disintegrating swimwear
There is nothing more annoying than your favourite swimsuit starting to disintegrate after a few months.
To help you add more life to your beach and pool wear, RMIT
Read more1 February 2026
Online marketplaces fail button battery safety test
The vast majority of a random selection of toys purchased from popular online marketplaces have failed safety tests.
CHOICE Director of Campaigns Rosie Thomas said 24
Read more21 November 2025
Seaweed and beer the essence of friendship
South-east Queensland seaweed has been used to produce a “friendship” beer strengthening ties between the City of Moreton Bay and the Japanese city of
Read more20 November 2025
Albert Street re-opening begins in December
The Queen Street Mall expansion down Brisbane’s Albert Street will beginning opening next month.
Brisbane City Council Planning Chair Adam Allan said the major
Read more18 November 2025
Business red tape a $15 billion handbrake
Queensland businesses are tipped to spend more than $15 billion on red tape this year.
Business Chamber Queensland’s latest Efficient Regulation Report shows the
Read more17 November 2025