Australian Bureau of Statisics (ABS) - Retail Trade
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) maintains current trade figures as well as analysing the different areas of trade. An update list is provided for forthcoming trade statistics.
Australian Centre for Retail Studies
The Australian Centre for Retail Studies provides knowledge and education to those involved in the retail sector through broad based research, information dissemination via reports and publications, management education programs, presentations, and the promotion of retailing as a career.
Australian Retailers Association
Represents the interests of Australian retailers. Provides information & services to members. Includes many useful links.
ColesMyer is one of Australia's largest employers and offers a diverse range of career opportunities. Their site includes information on job searching and careers and offers learning opportunities.
Contains information on Australasian retail news.
McDonald's Australia created the website Macyourcareer to assist and support young people interested in pursuing a career in the retail industry. The site is informative and includes interview skill techniques. The site was recommended by the lecturer teaching "Retail and Marketing".
The National Retail Associaton (NRA) is reponsible for thousands of buisness in the Australian retail ranging from small to large business. The site includes information on employment laws, training and public affairs.
Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees Association
The SDA is the largest trade union in Australia, with more than 230,000 members. It has branches in every state and one in the Newcastle, Hunter Valley and Central Coast region. It is an informative site featuring retail awards and links to its affiliates.
VisualStore is the Internet's leading portal for retail design and visual merchandising, providing exclusive online news and information. VisualStore represents the leading edge of retail design worldwide.