David Jones has claimed an Australian department store first, as it moves to tap into a lucrative new market ahead of rival Myer.

New research into the changing retail market and consumer attitudes has revealed valuable insight into competitive strategies for Australian companies.

Council of Textile and Fashion Industries of Australia (TFIA) has appointed a new chief executive.

Ragtrader.com.au can reveal the document served to Ksubi co-founder Dan Single, following his three-year management ban by corporate watchdogs.

Elle Australia will launch with an unprecedented editorial team of just over 20 staff, with every issue for the first 12 months numbering at over 300 pages.

Department store David Jones has revealed sliding sales for the third quarter of the 2013 financial year, despite its recent designer brand coup against arch-rival Myer.

The National Retail Association (NRA) has criticised the Gillard Government's support for a union campaign to abolish retail youth wage scheme, labelling it another blow to the already struggling industry.

New Zealand department store chain The Warehouse Group has revealed a lift in third quarter sales for the 2013 fiscal year.

Earlier this week, start-up company Her Fashion Box held an intimate blogger brunch at award-winning Grounds Roasters in Alexandria to introduce itself to the market.

Iconic retailer Harris Scarfe has continued its brand refresh with the launch of a dynamic autumn/winter 2013 campaign.

Another international fashion brand has landed Sydney, claiming its stake in the Australian market.

Local retail giants Target and Kmart have hit out at claims they refused to support a global accord to improve fire safety and working conditions in Bangladesh, following the recent industrial tragedy.

Womenswear designer Collette Dinnigan has expanded her intimate apparel offer with the launch of a hosiery range.

Department store giant Myer has confirmed a sales lift for the third quarter of fiscal year 2013, some consolation amidst the recent exodus of designer brands to rival David Jones.

Discount department store Target has teamed up with an American retail powerhouse to push a joint initiative.

Industry body the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has lashed out at the Australian Government, with claims the new budget will severely set retailers back.