Industry News

Australia’s largest construction and design event, Sydney Build Expo 2026, brought together thousands of industry professionals across two days of networking, innovation and industry discussion earlier this year. 

In recent months, we’ve seen an increase in member enquiries relating to WorkSafe inspections in Victoria, reflecting a noticeable uplift in inspection activity across the sector.

In response, we’ve compiled practical guidance and tools to help your store meet your workplace health and safety obligations, maintain a safe environment, and support your team effectively.

Across Australia, a significant shift is underway in refrigeration, and for many independent retailers, it is becoming increasingly relevant.
If your business relies on R404A refrigerant, current industry advice indicates that supply is tightening and may become increasingly constrained over the coming months. With national import volumes already reduced in 2026 and further reductions scheduled, retailers who delay planning may find themselves with fewer options available when issues arise.

Across Australia, a significant shift is underway in refrigeration, and for many independent retailers, it is becoming increasingly relevant.
If your business relies on R404A refrigerant, current industry advice indicates that supply is tightening and may become increasingly constrained over the coming months. With national import volumes already reduced in 2026 and further reductions scheduled, retailers who delay planning may find themselves with fewer options available when issues arise.

Across Australia, a significant shift is underway in refrigeration, and for many independent retailers, it is becoming increasingly relevant.
If your business relies on R404A refrigerant, current industry advice indicates that supply is tightening and may become increasingly constrained over the coming months. With national import volumes already reduced in 2026 and further reductions scheduled, retailers who delay planning may find themselves with fewer options available when issues arise.

A well known Griffith resident and dedicated community volunteer is marking an extraordinary milestone, fifty years of continuous service at the same local supermarket.
For five decades, under banners including Tucker Bag and FoodWorks, Ross Catanzariti has been a constant presence in Griffith’s retail landscape. The store, affectionately known to locals as “Rossies”, originally took its nickname from Ross’s older cousin, also Ross Catanzariti, who previously owned the family business.