Day: May 21, 2012

Wesfarmers Unit To Begin Shipping Goods Direct To Customers-Report

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Wesfarmers Ltd.’s (WES.AU) discount department store Target will begin shipping goods directly from China to Australian internet shoppers by September, allowing them to avoid paying Australia’s goods and services tax, The Australian newspaper reported Friday.
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Google study claims 52 per cent of Australians have a smartphone

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According to a new study conducted by Google and Ipsos Media CT, Australia’s smartphone penetration is now at 52 per cent, which represents over 40 per cent growth year on year (up from 37% last year).
Due to the growing popularity of the medium, consumers are now using their smartphones to shop more than ever. The … Continue reading “Google study claims 52 per cent of Australians have a smartphone”