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Reminder: NSW Tobacco Licensing – Apply by 1 October 2025
The new Tobacco Licensing Scheme has officially commenced in NSW, replacing the old Retailer Identification Number (RIN) system. By 1 October 2025, all retailers and wholesalers selling tobacco or non-tobacco
IGA Barwon Heads’ Jean Cowley inducted into prestigious Hall of Fame
Australia’s best IGA and Foodland IGA stores were recognised at the 26th IGA National Awards of Excellence, held at The Star Gold Coast on 14 July. These annual awards celebrate
Your Guide to Mental Health Support Services
Supporting your mental health is vital, and many workplaces offer free access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff. To help you or your team find support, we’ve also
Technology is transforming retail – but not everyone’s moving at the same pace
Retail has always been fast-moving. But the pace of change we’re seeing right now is rewriting the playbook entirely. Retail has always been fast-moving. But the pace of change we’re
Recent Policy Submissions
MGA has recently made important submissions to government inquiries focused on strengthening the independent retail sector. These include our detailed input to the NSW Illegal Tobacco Trade Inquiry, addressing the
Your Guide to Mental Health Support Services
Supporting your mental health is vital, and many workplaces offer free access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff. To help you or your team find support, we’ve also
