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Fuel market and excise news, compliance updates, HR and safety guidance, and stories from independent forecourts across Australia.
Nobody reads a workplace policy on a good day. Policies earn their keep on the bad days: the
If you’ve been in the independent fuel game long enough, you’ll know the Webbs name. A multi generational
Insurance is one of those costs that most service station operators pay without thinking too much about, until
Most service stations have CCTV installed, yet many operators are not getting full value from their systems. Cameras
Most service station owners believe their team is trained. The real question is whether that training is documented,
Most independent service station owners wait too long to prepare for sale. By the time they speak to
Dan Armes, Founder of ServoPro, recently caught up with Wayne Miller from HenCo Group, which now owns both
Many service stations have procedures in place, yet few operators would say they are followed consistently. The issue
Unexpected equipment failure is one of the fastest ways to disrupt a service station. Whether it is a
Managing multiple service station sites across regional Australia comes with its fair share of logistical challenges. For Petro
Nick Caltabiano, General Manager at environmental consulting firm NEO Consulting, provides environmental due diligence to service stations, banks,
Most service stations rely on third party contractors to keep the site running smoothly. From fuel technicians and
Cash handling remains a necessary part of operating many service stations, particularly in regional and high-traffic locations. However,
Unannounced inspections are a reality for service station operators. Whether they relate to safety, environmental standards, trading practices,
In a service station environment, every square metre of shop space needs to work hard. While pricing and
Supplier relationships play a far greater role in service station profitability than many operators realise. Beyond fuel, margins
Cash handling remains a daily reality for many service stations, even as card and mobile payments grow. Small
In a crowded Sydney fuel market where price wars and cutting corners are common, Nick Talaveski is doing
The busiest trading period of the year is here, and for retailers, it’s also the perfect time to
For many service stations, casual employees are essential to keeping the business running smoothly. They help cover peak
In an industry where many sites offer similar fuel prices and convenience items, one of the most effective
The end of the year is nearly here, and for most service station owners, that means one thing:
A smooth and efficient forecourt is essential for keeping customers happy and maintaining steady sales. Congestion on the
Busy periods can be both exciting and stressful for service station owners. Whether it’s long weekends, holiday travel,
