Category Archives: Retail
Parallel importing cosmetics
Parallel importing is a divisive subject in the cosmetics industry. On the one hand, Australian cosmetics distributors can benefit from lower cost prices off […]
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Part 2: Trade mark use – what, when & who?
In part 1 of our blog we discussed Aldi’s court battle with Moroccanoil Israel (MI)[1]. In part 2, we discuss the importance of trade mark ‘use’ and hi […]
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Part 1: It’s all about the price tag, naturally
The Full Court of the Federal Court recently found that Aldi shoppers should know they are not buying premium boutique products and should interpret labels acco […]
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Playing fair
In life, we frequently see power players flexing their proverbial muscles. From setting the status quo, to further leveraging their lead, the smaller player oft […]
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Sorry, your gift card has expired
If you sell gift cards to consumers in New South Wales, it may be time for you to update your terms and conditions. Starting 31 March 2018, gift cards sold: […]
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Keep your options open
In today’s world of fast paced transactions we often feel like we are stuck on the train of life without any option to get off. Nevertheless, we all have opti […]
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Splitting the bill: retail lease outgoings
When it comes to dinner dates, bar tabs and property maintenance costs, you’ll be hard pressed finding someone eager to foot the bill. Unsurprisingly, it is n […]
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Apple takes a bite out of retail
In November 2010 Apple Inc obtained a three-dimensional trade mark of the layout of their ‘flagship’ stores in the United States as depicted below. Since t […]
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Comparison pricing: the price is right
Comparison advertising with two prices is frequently used as a powerful sales tool. Businesses often compare the price of a product with: the company's prev […]
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Therapeutic benefits of tiger tooth
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) administers the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 (Cth) (Act) and is responsible for regulating therapeutic goods including: […]
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