August 18th, 2010
From the Service Skills Australia website:
The National Retail Association ‘Young Retailer of the Year’ for 2010 has been awarded to Kaylee Albronda, a 21 year old Myer Management Trainee based in Melbourne.
The Young Retailer Event, which is in its 37th year, provides a national platform to recognise and reward excellence amongst young retailers under the age of 25, and to promote retailing as a career for young people. It gives young retailers the chance to exhibit their retailing skills, and be recognised by their peers, the retail industry, and the general community for their innovation, career achievements and outstanding performance in their stores.
Click here to read the full article on the Service Skills Australia website.
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August 17th, 2010
The Office Administrator is a full time position, which involves providing administrative support to the company’s operational staff.
This position provides administration, clerical and reception duties across the company. It is expected that the Office Administrator is able to provide a professional level of support, promote an appropriate image for the organisation and deal competently with its staff and stakeholders. The role is a critical position in the company as it is fundamental to the achievement of the company’s outcomes, in terms of quality, time and customer service.
Click here to download the full Position Description [PDF: 47KB].
Contact Debra Kruske on (03) 9621 1777 or email debrak@ssv.org.au to inquire about the position.
Update: This position has now been filled.
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August 11th, 2010
Retail 2010 Exhibition
From the Retail 2010 Exhibition & Conference Website:
The Retail 2010 Exhibition & Conference is the largest exhibition of its type in Australia. You will discover the latest in retail technology, shop-fitting, store equipment, design, digital signage, security technology, on-line retailing, retail business services and sustainability.
The exhibition will be running from Monday 20th – Wednesday 22nd September and will be held in Sydney. There are also still chances to exhibit on the floor, although floor space is limited so act quickly to secure a prime position!
Retail 2010 Conference
The Retail 2010 Conference will feature two days of presentations, case studies and panel discussions with a focus on how the in-store environment remains a vital part of retail success. Key session themes include Branding, Shopper Marketing, People and Performance, Maximising Profitability, Multi-Channel Retailing and Effective In-Store Design.
Early bird tickets are available until the 15th August.
Click here for more information or to register at the Retail Exhibition & Conference website.
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August 10th, 2010
Residents and businesses alike might be interested in the new edition of Grace Johnston’s best seller, ‘101 Ways to get free $$$ from the Government’.
From RetailBooks.com.au
New edition of the 2009 best seller! Up to date with the 2010 Federal Budget (May 2010), this handy little guide will direct you to Government schemes, rebates and programs you may be unaware of.
Programs and rebates that can help you make money! Whether you’re young or old, a tradie, labourer, professional, a mum just looking to get back into a part-time job or a retiree needing to get back into the workforce, the economic downturn has left few of us untouched. And if you’re one of the lucky ones whose job is secure, then no doubt you know someone who is struggling to pay the mortgage and put food on the table.
Click here to order the book from RetailBooks.com.au.
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August 9th, 2010
From Service Skills Australia:
SIR07 V1.2 Retail Services Training Package and SIT07v2.2 Tourism, Hospitality and Events Training Package are now available on NTIS.
Click here for more information on the changes at the Service Skills Australia website.
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August 9th, 2010
From Innovation & Business Skills Australia (IBSA):
IBSA is commencing a project to identify measures for efficiently and effectively building VET skills and networks in LLN for the VET workforce. When the review is concluded, IBSA will present a series of recommendations to DEEWR.
IBSA is seeking views and advice from experienced VET practitioners on the most effective ways to address professional development in this important area.
Click here for more information on the IBSA website.
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August 9th, 2010
The Gordon is hosting a Geelong Retail Managers breakfast on Attracting, keeping and engaging your staff.
From The Gordon:
GEELONG RETAIL MANAGERS
Join us for breakfast and be inspired by customer service expert Gary Ryan who will speak on:
Attracting, keeping and engaging your staff
Book Early To Avoid Disappointment – Limited Places Available!
When: Wednesday August 25th
Where: Davidson Restaurant
Time: 7am for a 7.30am start, concludes 8.45am
Address: 2 Fenwick Street, Geelong 3220
Cost: $20
(Please see attached payment form)
For all enquires & bookings please contact
Taffline Connolly – Administration Assistant
Centre for Retail & Personal Services, Retail & Floristry
Ph: 5246 6297 E: tconnolly@gordontafe.edu.au
Click here to download the credit card payment form [DOC: 74KB].
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August 9th, 2010
From the Victoria Events Industry Council:
Victoria Tourism Week is an opportunity for the tourism industry to come together, celebrate, network and learn from each other. Please join us in helping promote Victoria Tourism Week to the broader community.
The program contains information on our combined VTIC and VEIC Sports Tourism Forum.
Click here to read the Victoria Tourism Week program [PDF: 1.89MB]
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July 28th, 2010
From the Professional Executive Housekeepers Network (PEHN) newsletter:
The Professional Executive Housekeepers Network Committee is delighted to announce nominations for the PEHN 2010 Housekeeping Industry Awards are now open!
Details of the Awards Nomination Process, Submission Criteria and Nomination Forms can be downloaded from our website by clicking here.
Nominations must be in the post by the 6th of August 2010.
Click here to view more information on the PEHN website.
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July 28th, 2010
From the Inside Retailing website:
The fundamental concept of Pop-Up storefronts has been around for many decades. Holiday pumpkins and trees for trimming are sold via temporary roadside stands each year like clockwork. Concert memorabilia, event concessions, and charity galas take place via temporary tables, tents, or trailers. Vendors pop-up shop and close down according to event demand, writes Baron Hanson*.
The modern trend of Pop-Up Shops has been proliferating like wildfire in London, New York, Los Angeles, Tokyo, Paris and elsewhere over the last 24 to 36 months, creating new common ground for the commercial real estate (CRE) industry and retail tenant sector.
Click here to read the full article on the Inside Retailing website.
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