Authorities are uncovering a worrying trend where organised crime networks are using the names of genuine small Australian businesses to […]
Criminal Groups Exploiting Small Businesses to Bring Illegal Tobacco Into Australia Read More »
Concerns are growing about Australia’s limited fuel reserves, with new figures showing the nation continues to fall well below international
Australia’s Fuel Stockpile at Risk Without Urgent Action Read More »
A new report from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) highlights the vital role smaller, independent petrol retailers play
Independent Retailers Driving Fuel Competition Across Australia Read More »
Running a successful independent service station takes more than just long hours and hard work; it also requires the right
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A Melbourne motorist has escaped serious injury after their vehicle was crushed between a large fuel tanker and the tunnel
Fuel Tanker Crash in Melbourne Crushes Vehicle Read More »
A Gold Coast teenager has been celebrated for his honesty after returning a large sum of cash that he discovered
Teen’s Servo Honesty Inspires the Gold Coast Community Read More »
The federal government has announced a new national taskforce designed to coordinate efforts across multiple agencies to combat the growing
National Taskforce Formed to Crack Down on Illegal Tobacco Read More »
The Federal Government has released draft regulations designed to make sure shoppers can still pay with cash at major supermarkets
New Rules to Protect Cash Payments at Supermarkets and Fuel Stations Read More »
Police are urging local businesses and the community to stay alert after a number of counterfeit banknotes were discovered in
Counterfeit Notes Circulating Read More »
BP is taking major strides to strengthen its traditional oil and gas business while investing carefully in the energy transition.
BP Embraces Artificial Intelligence to Drive Growth and Efficiency Read More »
Australia’s largest supermarket chains are accelerating their move into convenience retail, opening a growing number of compact stores designed to
Supermarkets Push Further into the Convenience Market Read More »
Motorists in Victoria now have a new tool to help them save at the pump, with the launch of Servo
New “Servo Saver” App Helps Victorians Find the Best Fuel Prices Read More »
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has successfully taken legal action against the former operators of a United Petroleum site in
Former United Petroleum Operators Fined for Underpaying Workers Read More »
Hydrogen-powered transport has officially arrived in Australia, with Hyundai’s XCIENT fuel cell truck now entering commercial operation. The first local
Hyundai’s First Hydrogen Powered Truck Hits the Road Read More »
From October 1st, all retailers and wholesalers in New South Wales selling tobacco or non-tobacco smoking products must hold a
New Tobacco Licensing Rules Now in Effect in NSW Read More »
Police ministers from across the country are calling for stronger federal action on Australia’s booming black market tobacco trade. With
States Push Federal Government to Tackle Illicit Tobacco Crisis Read More »
Viva Energy, one of Australia’s largest energy and retail groups, is taking a major step to overhaul how its convenience
Viva Energy Partners with AI Specialist to Modernise OTR Convenience Stores Read More »
For nearly two decades, VDMS has been helping service station operators and retailers safeguard their most valuable stock, while also
Securing the Future of Retail: An Interview with VDMS Director Dean Spencer Read More »
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is pushing ahead with reforms to card payments, proposing to ban surcharges on debit
What the RBA’s Surcharge Ban Could Mean for Your Business Read More »
A dispute between a small family-owned fuel stop in north-west Tasmania and national supplier United Petroleum has highlighted the challenges
Small Tasmanian Fuel Stop Locked in Legal Battle with Major Supplier Read More »
In Darwin, a major fuel storage project has stirred debate after the Northern Territory Government confirmed that 11 large tanks
Controversy Over Fuel Tanks at Darwin Harbour Read More »
Running a service station means managing a wide range of risks every day, from minor slips and spills to more
The Importance of Incident Reporting at Your Service Station Read More »
The Bruce Highway was brought to a standstill after a petrol tanker carrying 48,000 litres of fuel caught fire near
Fuel Tanker Blaze Shuts Down Bruce Highway Read More »
Viva Energy is pressing forward with its plan to reposition itself as more than just a fuel supplier, aiming to
Viva Energy Pushes Ahead with Major Retail Transformation Read More »
A case in Queensland has once again highlighted the frustrations faced by service station operators dealing with fuel theft. A
Petrol Drive-Offs: Recent Court Case Highlights the Challenges for Retailers Read More »
Victorian authorities have recently uncovered another major illicit tobacco operation, with millions of dollars in product and cash seized across
Illicit Tobacco Raids Highlight Ongoing Risks for Retailers Read More »
Australia’s refining sector is once again under the spotlight, with Ampol reporting a sharp fall in profits for the first
Ampol Pushes for Fuel Security Support Amid Refining Struggles Read More »
After nearly 18 months of negotiations, Ampol has reached an agreement to acquire EG Group’s Australian fuel and convenience retail
Ampol Secures EG Group’s Australian Network in $1.1 Billion Deal Read More »
The APCO Foundation recently held its most successful Giving Day to date, raising an impressive $259,531 in support of individuals
Giving Day Sets New Fundraising Record Read More »
Australia’s battle against smoking has taken a dark turn. In a bid to reduce nicotine use, the country has created
Australia’s Tobacco Crisis Fuels Crime Surge Read More »
