Support for Australia’s independent service station operators
First impressions count – especially in a fast-paced environment like a service station. While signage, cleanliness and stock levels all
How Uniforms Influence Professionalism at Your Service Station Read More »
When it comes to running a successful service station, one of the most overlooked tools is effective in-store signage. Clear,
The Importance of Clear In-Store Signage at Your Service Station Read More »
A small petrol station in the rural town of Loch is facing a spate of break-ins as it continues to
Independent Petrol Station Battles Relentless Break-Ins Read More »
Economists often act as if they alone discovered the idea of unintended consequences. But in reality, it’s just common sense:
Excise on Tobacco Helps Criminal Gangs Read More »
A petrol station in Melbourne’s west has fallen victim to a deliberate and destructive act of vandalism, causing thousands of
Vandals Sabotage Melbourne Petrol Station in Targeted Attack Read More »
Running a service station often means operating long hours, sometimes 24/7. While this ensures convenience for customers, it presents a
Navigating Shift Work Fatigue in Service Stations Read More »
Service station staff regularly lift stock, carry boxes, or move heavy items like water containers or gas bottles, tasks that,
Preventing Manual Handling Injuries at Your Service Station Read More »
Running an independent service station comes with constant challenges. From managing staff and reducing theft to staying compliant with tobacco
How Budget Petrol Eastlakes Took Control of Tobacco Sales with VDMS Read More »
South Australian police have struck a significant blow against organised crime networks, confiscating more than $22 million worth of assets—including
SA Police Deal Major Blow Illicit Tobacco Read More »
In an industry where margins are tight, customer volume is high, and operational complexity is growing, having the right systems
Pegasus Fuels Growth and Efficiency with Beacon POS Read More »
Ampol has decided to withdraw from the residential electricity retail market, ending a three-year effort to sell power to homes,
Ampol Exits Electricity Retail to Refocus on EV Charging Read More »
At a busy service station, it’s easy to get caught up in daily operations and forget about safety–until something goes
Proactive Safety Practices for Your Service Station Read More »
In the fast-paced world of fuel retail, a smooth shift handover is often overlooked — yet it’s one of the
Rethinking Shift Handover: Why It Matters More Than You Think Read More »
Australia’s northernmost mainland community, Seisia, has been without its only supermarket and service station for nearly two months, leaving its
Seisia Left Without Supermarket and Service Station Read More »
A major step forward has been taken in the potential merger between two of the world’s largest convenience store chains,
7-Eleven Edges Closer to Mega-Merger with Circle K Owner Read More »
Australians are beginning to feel a touch of financial relief as fuel prices ease after a prolonged period of record
Crude oil drops to four-year low Read More »
BP Armidale has officially reopened following a million-dollar transformation, becoming only the second BP site in Australia to showcase the
BP Armidale Reopens with Bold New Look Read More »
First impressions matter, especially when it comes to welcoming new staff into your service station team. A clear, consistent onboarding
Building a Strong Onboarding Process for New Service Station Staff Read More »
Service stations are high-traffic environments, often open long hours and serving a broad customer base. Unfortunately, this can make them
Spotting and Responding to Suspicious Behaviour at Your Service Station Read More »
Authorities in South Australia have increased their crackdown on the illicit tobacco trade, carrying out nearly 400 raids across the
Authorities Ramp Up Crackdown on Illegal Tobacco Trade in South Australia Read More »
Victoria’s soon-to-be-launched tobacco licensing scheme is facing heavy criticism from retailers and industry bodies, who argue it is flawed, costly,
Victoria’s New Tobacco Scheme Slammed Over Enforcement Gaps Read More »
South Australian Police are investigating two separate incidents that unfolded in Adelaide’s western suburbs on Tuesday night—one involving a stabbing,
Police Investigate Stabbing and Robbery in Adelaide’s West Read More »
Running a busy service station can be stressful not only for owners and managers but for frontline staff as well.
Reducing Workplace Stress at Your Service Station Read More »
First impressions matter — and in the competitive world of service stations, they can make the difference between a once-off
The Importance of First Impressions at Your Service Station Read More »
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has dismissed Opposition Leader Peter Dutton’s promise to slash the fuel excise as a misleading cost-of-living gimmick,
Chalmers Calls Out Dutton’s Fuel Excise “Con Job” Read More »
While service stations focus heavily on fuel sales and customer service, one area that often gets overlooked is the silent
Tackling Theft and Stock Loss at Your Service Station Read More »
When customers pull into your service station, their very first impression is formed by your forecourt. But have you stopped
Why Your Forecourt Layout Matters More Than You Think Read More »
Fuel and convenience giant OTR has taken legal action against rival operator X Convenience, accusing them of copying its branding
OTR Takes Legal Action Against X Convenience for Copying Branding Read More »
Peter Dutton’s pledge to halve the fuel excise has faced significant backlash from economists, who warn that the policy is
Economists Criticise Dutton’s Fuel Excise Plan as Short-Sighted Read More »
Emergency services were swiftly dispatched to Pearl Energy on David Street in North Albury on Wednesday afternoon following a serious
Emergency Crews Rush to North Albury Petrol Station After Workplace Incident Read More »
