Episodes

  • How Re/lax Remade is scaling intentionally with Karina Barker & Gary Starr
    Aug 28 2024

    Join Gary Starr, Executive General Manager at Australia Post, as he sits down with Karina Barker, Founder of Re’lax Remade, to explore her inspiring journey of scaling her unique brand internationally. In this episode, Karina shares how she’s preparing for a successful peak season and the strategies that have fueled her brand’s growth. Re’lax Remade, an Australian-based business, transforms vintage towels into vibrant, fashionable hats perfect for any occasion—from a glamorous evening out to a sunny day at the beach. Discover the story behind this innovative brand and gain insights into the challenges and triumphs of expanding a niche business on a global scale.

    Follow Re/lax Remade here: RE/LAX REMADE (Karina Barker) (@re.lax_remade) •
    Instagram photos and videos

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    20 mins
  • How July Luggage stays agile during economic change with Richard Li & Andrew Brickwood
    Aug 28 2024

    Join Andrew Brickwood from Australia Post and Richard Li, CEO of July Luggage, for
    an engaging conversation on how July is navigating economic shifts and maintaining
    agility through 2025. They’ll explore the strategies behind July's successful international expansion and how the brand continues to innovate in a changing market. Named after the peak travel month, July offers a unique blend of style and function, filling the gap between budget and luxury luggage. Discover the insights that have propelled July's growth and how they plan to stay ahead in a competitive industry.

    Follow July here: July (@july) • Instagram photos and videos

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    16 mins
  • Mental Health Awareness | In Partnership with Beyond Blue featuring David Gregory
    Nov 30 2022

    As an organisation that connects people and communities with each other and the world, we’re proud to partner with Beyond Blue to help connect people across Australia with mental health and wellbeing information, because we know that when we connect, we feel better.

    Australia Post are proud to support the Beyond Blue Speakers Program. Beyond Blue Speakers meet with people all over Australia and share their personal stories of anxiety and depression. By doing so, they open up conversations about mental health and connect with others through their shared experiences.

    In this episode, and in partnership with Beyond Blue, we talk with David Gregory and explore his experiences in supporting small businesses, through his work with Small Business Mentoring Service, and The Small Business Institute. Both of which have gone on to support over 100,000 small businesses to reach their full potential.

    Learn More

    • If you would like to learn more about any of the programs that we have mentioned with Beyond Blue CLICK HERE
    • For specific information on Beyond Blue’s NewAccess for Small Business Owners CLICK HERE

    Help and support

    • Please remember that support is available if you should need it, through our Employee/Workforce Assistance Program (EAP/WAP) for free for all Australia Post team members and their immediate family members. You can contact EAP/WAP on 1300 687 327.
    • You can contact the Beyond Blue helpline on 1300 945 301
    • If you have any queries or would like to touch base with the team, please email us on retailacademy@auspost.com.au

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    21 mins
  • Mastercard's Economic insights for ecommerce agility with David Mann & Gary Starr
    Aug 28 2024

    Dive into an insightful discussion with Gary Starr, Executive General Manager at
    Australia Post, and David Mann, Chief Economist at Mastercard, as they dissect the
    current economic landscape. This episode zeroes in on how global factors are shaping the Australian market as we head into peak season. Expect expert analysis and a forward-looking forecast on what lies ahead for the retail sector, with valuable insights for businesses preparing for the future.

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    21 mins
  • Mental Health Month | In Partnership With Beyond Blue featuring Timothy Hoopmann
    Oct 26 2022

    As an organisation that connects people and communities with each other and the world, we’re proud to partner with Beyond Blue to help connect people across Australia with mental health and wellbeing information, because we know that when we connect, we feel better.

    Australia Post are proud to support the Beyond Blue Speakers Program. Beyond Blue Speakers meet with people all over Australia and share their personal stories of anxiety and depression. By doing so, they open up conversations about mental health and connect with others through their shared experiences.

    In this episode, in support of Mental Health Month, and in partnership with beyond blue, we talk with Tim Hoopmann and explore his story as a small business owner, mentor and Beyond Blue representative. Tim shares with us his successes, insights and advice for business owners and teams, plus opens his toolbox and talks mental wellbeing and all things Beyond Blue.

    Learn More

    • If you would like to learn more about any of the programs that we have mentioned here with Beyond Blue CLICK HERE
    • For specific information on Beyond Blue’s NewAccess for Small Business Owners CLICK HERE

    Help and support

    • Please remember that support is available if you should need it through our Employee/Workforce Assistance Program (EAP/WAP) for free for all Australia Post team members and their immediate family members. You can contact EAP/WAP on 1300 687 327.
    • You can contact the Beyond Blue helpline on 1300 945 301
    • If you have any queries or would like to touch base with the team, please email us on retailacademy@auspost.com.au

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    25 mins
  • Australia Post Broadband
    Sep 27 2022

    Welcome to Australia Post Broadband!

    In this episode, we are excited to be joined by a very special guest who highlights the features and benefits that we can expect from Australia Post Broadband plus, shares part of the strategy behind launching Australia Post Broadband into the market.

    You will hear from:

    • James Barnard – Product Owner for Australia Post Broadband

    Want to learn more?

    • For everything we have talked about in this episode you can find it by CLICKING HERE

    OR

    If you, your family or friends want to save 25% on our Broadband plans, you can enjoy our introductory offer of 25% off any Australia Post Broadband plan for the first 6 months*. All you need to do, is sign up by 9 January 2023.

    CLICK HERE to learn more about how and to view all the available plans

    Help and support

    • If you have any queries, questions or would like to touch base with the team, please email us on retailacademy@auspost.com.au

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    16 mins
  • Foreign Currency and Mastercard | Success Stories from the Field
    Sep 8 2022

    In this episode of Success stories from the field, we are joined by two special guests who provide you with insight into how their Post Offices provide their customers with travel money solutions, while preparing for their overseas adventures, as well as giving you some helpful hints and tips for increasing customer awareness about Travel Platinum Mastercard and Foreign Cash services available at Australia Post.

    Hearing from our colleagues who are doing it well - straight from the People’s Post Office.

    You'll be hearing from:

    • Vanessa Gavenlock – Licensee of Lake Haven LPO
    • Amanda Hayes – SPSO of Bowral Post Office

    Learn More

    • If you would like to learn more about our Foreign Currency service CLICK HERE
    • If you would like to learn more about our Travel Platinum Mastercard CLICK HERE

    Help and support

    • If you have any queries or would like to touch base with the team, please email us on retailacademy@auspost.com.au

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    11 mins
  • Foreign Currency & Travel Platinum Mastercard
    Aug 1 2022

    In this episode of Ready to Retail we are joined by Thomas King (Senior Product Manager, Cash Solutions) and Blair Jenkins (Senior Product Manager ‑ Consumer Prepaid Cards), both of which are going to help us ready our finances in preparation to travel overseas. Whether you prefer cash, prepaid card or maybe want to take a mixed purse with you, Australia Post will be able to help.

    If you would like to learn more about the travel money services available visit: CLICK HERE.

    And for our retail team members, take a look on POP: POP | Knowledge Hub | Product / Service | Financial Services

    As always, if you have any comments, questions, suggestions or queries, please feel free to contact our team by emailing them on: retailacademy@auspost.com.au

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    13 mins