
Rakshnna Pattabiraman
Rakshnna Pattabiraman is a Business News Journalist at Octomedia covering news stories, reports and insights pertaining to the field of retail and FMCG. Prior to joining Octomedia, Rakshnna has a background in journalism with a focus on lifestyle, fashion, tech and culture reporting. When she is not a news junkie, she is off exploring and hiking this humble planet.
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The Athlete’s Foot becomes first Aussie retailer to launch game on Roblox
At the centre of the game lobby, users can find a virtual recreation of The Athlete’s Foot store where kids can collect ...
Jan 9, 2023

Casual retail workers sign on to Victoria’s sick pay guarantee
The Victorian Labor Government’s $245.7 million Sick Pay Guarantee aims to reduce workplace illnesses and injuries and k...
Jan 6, 2023

Bed Bath & Beyond in crisis as turnaround plan fails
The company informed investors that it continues to consider all “strategic alternatives” including restructuring or ref...
Jan 6, 2023

Hard Yakka and Thrills release second collaboration
Steve Fontes, Thrills’ designer, said the partnership combines the craftsmanship of both brands to create a more “sustai...
Jan 5, 2023

Former G-Star leaders invest in Bodd body-scanning tech startup
The investment is expected to further strengthen its existing footprint in the uniform industry, with increased capital ...
Jan 4, 2023

Sanity Entertainment to close all physical stores, trade only online
“With our customers shifting to digital ... and with diminishing physical content available, it has made it impossible t...
Jan 4, 2023

Shopify expands service to target retail giants
The service offers enterprises no rate limits thus allowing brands to integrate their existing systems with Shopify’s mo...
Jan 4, 2023

DC Shoes co-founder dies in snowmobile accident
Ken Block was a marketing executive who co-founded the skateboard fashion brand DC Shoes with his business partner, Damo...
Jan 3, 2023

Eco-retailer Ecolateral collapses into administration
Jamie Stott, CEO of Ecolateral, said the current economic climate and future outlook have led to this “heartbreaking dec...
Jan 3, 2023

Two more Lendlease malls sold in $242.5 million deal
The agreement includes Perth’s Southlands Boulevarde for $92.5 million and the Menai Marketplace in Sydney for $150 mill...
Dec 9, 2022

Wesfarmers, The Walt Disney Company team up to launch subscription bundle
The deal sets Wesfarmers up to compete with Amazon Prime membership which offers streaming and preferential product acce...
Dec 9, 2022

Woolworths faces probe over Queanbeyan Supa IGA bid
The competition watchdog says both Woolworths and Supa IGA Karabar currently compete in supplying groceries in the broad...
Dec 8, 2022

Manly Wharf placed on the market for $80m upwards
One of Sydney's most famous waterfront destinations has been put up for sale by Robert Magid’s TMG Developments.
Dec 7, 2022

National Footwear Retailers Association merges into ARA
New members will have access to the ARA’s member benefits, including support services.
Dec 7, 2022

Dan Murphy’s adds image search feature to its shopping app
The group’s digital arm — EndeavourX — developed the UX-based functionality for about six months and shared a beta versi...
Dec 7, 2022

How Camilla Franks stepped out in ‘The White Lotus’
The designer’s looks were first worn by the series’ protagonist Tanya McQuoid, played by Hollywood actress Jennifer Cool...
Dec 6, 2022

Melbourne Fashion Festival 2023 plans revealed
Melbourne Fashion Festival CEO, Caroline Ralphsmith, said the organisers are “thrilled” to return to the Royal Exhibitio...
Dec 6, 2022

Monash survey predicts Australian retail Christmas trends
The ARA expects Christmas spending to reach $66 billion in November and December – an increase of 6.4 per cent over las...
Dec 5, 2022

Domino’s Pizza buys German, Asian businesses for $150m
The company has also completed the acquisition of its Domino’s Malaysia and Singapore businesses.
Dec 2, 2022

Class action probe over Lovisa’s treatment of staff
One former staff member claimed she was forced to urinate behind the counter, after being denied a toilet break.
Dec 2, 2022