Victorian authorities have recently uncovered another major illicit tobacco operation, with millions of dollars in product and cash seized across […]
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Australia’s refining sector is once again under the spotlight, with Ampol reporting a sharp fall in profits for the first
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Running a service station is demanding work. Long shifts, constant customer interaction, and the responsibility of handling cash and fuel
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Fuel theft is an ongoing challenge for service station operators, and the financial impact can add up quickly. Whether it
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After nearly 18 months of negotiations, Ampol has reached an agreement to acquire EG Group’s Australian fuel and convenience retail
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Operating a successful service station network has always been about more than just selling fuel. For Ben Dunn, Managing Director
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For many service stations, pumps are the backbone of daily operations. When a pump is out of order, it not
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For service stations, the smooth running of fuel deliveries is critical. Delays, miscommunication, and inefficient scheduling can lead to empty
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The APCO Foundation recently held its most successful Giving Day to date, raising an impressive $259,531 in support of individuals
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Australia’s battle against smoking has taken a dark turn. In a bid to reduce nicotine use, the country has created
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From 1 August 2025, Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) will commence a statewide audit targeting businesses operating in buildings
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In the fast-paced environment of a service station, stock rotation is often overlooked in favour of more pressing operational demands.
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Fire extinguishers are one of those items that often go unnoticed until they’re urgently needed. In a service station environment,
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The New South Wales Government has introduced sweeping reforms to crack down on the sale of illegal tobacco and vaping
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Queensland is experiencing an unprecedented wave of enforcement activity as health authorities intensify their crackdown on the illegal tobacco and
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Viva Energy has seen its share price fall sharply after revealing a significant decline in sales during the first half
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For independent service station operators, juggling multiple sites while maintaining control, consistency, and efficiency can feel like an uphill battle.
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Australia’s weather can be unpredictable and, at times, extreme. From flash floods to severe storms and scorching heat waves, service
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Lighting is often overlooked in service station operations, yet it plays a critical role in safety, security, customer experience and
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In an environment where service station operators face constant regulatory changes, rising operational costs, and evolving customer expectations, staying ahead
As a service station owner, you’ve likely seen it more than once: a driver stuck at the red light decides
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Next Payments, one of Australia’s leading private ATM providers backed by Macquarie Group, is withdrawing over 40 machines from sites
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In a major breakthrough, Australian authorities have seized approximately 45 million illicit cigarettes, with an estimated street value of $31
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Running a network of regional service stations presents plenty of challenges, but for Aaron Hill and the team at McKlaren
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Running a service station is a round-the-clock responsibility, and for many sites, late-night hours are critical to profitability. However, managing
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Running a successful service station involves more than stocking shelves and setting fuel prices. One often overlooked factor is understanding
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Five retail stores in regional Queensland have been shut down as part of a state-led crackdown on the alleged sale
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The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is moving to eliminate debit and credit card surcharges, a change that could save
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Cash flow is the lifeblood of any service station. It’s what keeps fuel in the tanks, shelves stocked, and wages
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