The board is set to embark on a new vision for NZFW in 2025 and beyond, which includes greater public access.

The new 3D element will feature in Sydney's new Martin Place Metro Station.

The new store comes amid a surge in second-hand demand in Australia.

The parent company to Australian-born Bonds reported a 2 per cent lift in global sales.

The business is also planning to revamp its store network and other touchpoints.

It will move from Rip Curl's founding home of Torquay to Greater Melbourne, around 70 kilometres away.

It comes as Australia's activewear market hits $4.1 billion in 2024.

Some of the tracked brands also recorded declines in website traffic, including Catch.com.au.

Despite finding no modern slavery instances, the group did uncover a number of non-compliance issues.

The sales fall added to an overall plummet in sales across core retail categories.

“We’re proud to offer consumers a seamlessly integrated shopping experience with David Jones," The Volte's Kellie Hush said.

It follows the recent rollout of Country Road Group brands such as Politix, Country Road and Witchery across stores.

Amid the review, Temu removed the product listing from its website “in an act of good faith”.

"The independent grievance mechanism is integral to our capacity-building efforts,” Zimmermann reported.

Retail in particular joined 13 industries with business confidence above the neutral level of 100.

“Beyond traditional presents, there is a noticeable shift towards scenario-based gifting," a Shein representative said.