When Drivers Use Your Servo to Beat Red Lights
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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ATMs Removed from Suspected Illegal Tobacco Stores
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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Illicit Cigarettes Seized in $31M Border Bust
In a major breakthrough, Australian authorities have seized approximately 45 million illicit cigarettes, with an estimated street value of $31
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McKlaren Group’s Approach to Security, Growth, and Consistency with VDMS
Running a network of regional service stations presents plenty of challenges, but for Aaron Hill and the team at McKlaren
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Navigating the Night Shift: Best Practices for After-Hours Operations
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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Why Understanding Your Local Demographics Matters More Than You Think
Running a successful service station involves more than stocking shelves and setting fuel prices. One often overlooked factor is understanding
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Crackdown Shuts Five Tobacco Stores in Queensland
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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Reserve Bank Pushes to Eliminate Card Surcharges
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is moving to eliminate debit and credit card surcharges, a change that could save
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Mastering Cash Flow: Why It Matters for Your Service Station
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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Creating a Strong Onboarding Process for New Staff
In a busy service station environment, a well-structured onboarding process is vital for setting new employees up for success. It
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Photograph Captures Thirroul Servo’s Spirit
The well-loved Thirroul Service Station has received national recognition after being featured in a finalist entry for a major photography
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Shell Denies BP Takeover Speculation
Shell has formally dismissed recent speculation linking it to a possible takeover of rival energy company BP. The company issued
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Drivers Still Hesitant to Switch to Electric
A new report reveals that most Australian drivers of traditional petrol or diesel cars remain reluctant to move to electric
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Ampol Poised to Acquire EG Group
UK-based EG Group is preparing to sell its Australian fuel and convenience store operations, and Ampol, its long-standing wholesale supplier,
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Fire Extinguisher Checks: A Simple Step That Can Save Lives
While fire extinguishers are required at every service station, they are often overlooked until they are urgently needed. Ensuring your
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Dealing with No-Shows and Unreliable Staff
Every service station owner and manager knows the impact of an unreliable team member. When staff don’t show up for
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Hydrogen Powers a New Era in Freight
A new chapter in clean transport is unfolding as Toll Group teams up with Viva Energy Australia to deliver a
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NSW Launches Taskforce to Tackle Illegal Tobacco
New South Wales has established a dedicated task force to address the state’s growing black market for illegal tobacco and
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Record Sale Signals Strong Demand for WA Service Stations
A BP-branded service station in Perth’s northern growth corridor has sold for $4.4 million, marking the strongest result for a
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New Tobacco Licensing Scheme Now in Effect – What You Need to Know
From 1 July 2025, all NSW service stations that sell tobacco or non-tobacco smoking products must hold a valid tobacco
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Managing Young or Inexperienced Workers at Your Service Station
Many service stations rely on young or inexperienced workers to keep operations running smoothly. While they often bring enthusiasm and
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Reducing Stock Loss: Practical Steps for Service Stations
Stock loss is a silent profit killer for service stations. Whether it’s due to theft, administrative errors, or damage, even
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Funding Falls as Tobacco Black Market Booms
The only money directly allocated to combat illegal tobacco in this year’s NSW state budget is going towards maintaining an
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Middle East Conflict Reveals Australia’s Fuel Weakness
Iran’s recent threat to close the Strait of Hormuz has brought renewed attention to Australia’s vulnerable fuel supply. While experts
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Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Now Available at Select Ampol Sites
A new partnership between Ampol and Krispy Kreme is bringing one of the world’s most loved sweet treats to more
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Record Sale for Western Sydney Service Station
A major service station property in Western Sydney, tenanted by 7-Eleven and McDonald’s, has sold at auction for $18.4 million,
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New Award Wage Rates 2024/2025
As many are already aware, the Fair Work Ombudsman recently released the latest increase in award wages, which will come
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From Behind the Counter to a Multi-Site Network: How Ravi Kasturi Built a Growing Service Station Empire with Beacon
Ravi Kasturi is not your typical service station operator. Since launching his first site in 2020, Ravi has rapidly expanded
When to Hire Your First Site Manager (and How to Train Them)
As a service station owner, there comes a point where doing everything yourself becomes unsustainable. If you’re constantly covering shifts,
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Managing Cash Safely at Your Service Station
Cash handling remains a key part of service station operations, even with the rise of card and mobile payments. But
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