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Why Melbourne stationery brand Milligram is eyeing interstate expansion

Inside Retail

Telegram Co co-founder and chief executive Scott Druce believes the company, which specialises in stationery and lifestyle products, owns retail chain Milligram, is in a strong growth phase. The post Why Melbourne stationery brand Milligram is eyeing interstate expansion appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Sneakerboy enters administration with creditors to meet this month

Inside Retail

Luxury footwear and fashion retailer Sneakerboy faces a new test after administrators were appointed to oversee the embattled retail chain. The outlet is well-known among sneakerheads and streetwear fans nationwide for its expansive range or new and vintage footwear and its elaborate store fit-outs.

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JYSK to open two new stores in Greater Manchester

Retail Focus

The largest Danish retailer operating globally, JYSK , is set to open two new stores within the Greater Manchester region as part of its ambitious UK expansion plans.

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Breaking down the clever approach to Chemist Warehouse’s public listing

Inside Retail

Global market expansion In 2000, the bold-blue and bright-yellow discount chemist retailer Chemist Warehouse opened its first store under the brand identity it is known for today in Melbourne. New Zealand was naturally the first international market for the retailer in 2017, and it now has 48 stores there.

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A marriage of convenience? Myer’s acquisition of Premier’s apparel brands

Inside Retail

There are two Woolworths precedents for a major chain also providing wholesale support to independent retailers, one in grocery and the other the Masters Home Improvement – Home Timber and Hardware banner. However, both were short lived and less complex and less expansive than the Sigma customer base.

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Grill’d CEO Simon Crowe on how drive-thru will inform its future growth

Inside Retail

Australian burger chain Grill’d recently opened its first drive-thru restaurant in Brisbane as part of a broader expansion strategy to service new markets and embrace new channels. Meanwhile, in Australia, retail chains including 7/11, Ferguson Plarre Bakehouse , and BWS have recently explored the drive-thru concept.

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Westgate Oxford Announce Refreshed Brand Lineup for Summer

Retail Focus

The Danish homewares and lifestyle retail chain, Søstrene Grene, who have over 300 stores worldwide, opened on Friday, 9 th August, at 10am. The store is part of the retailer’s major UK expansion and will showcase a selection of affordably priced trend-driven products alongside a staple homeware selection.

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