Australian retailers form single trade body to speak with one voice
Australia’s two main retail associations have merged to form the Australian Retail Council (ARC), a national trade body representing retailers across the country.
12 February 2026
12 February 2026
Australia’s two main retail associations have merged to form the Australian Retail Council (ARC), a national trade body representing retailers across the country.
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