Staging: Retail & eCommerce Briefing: Jan 11 - Australia (5 stories)

Here is your Daily summary for Retail & eCommerce across Australia for Sun 11th January 2026

Haléau's innovative use of Substack to foster trust before scaling highlights a new approach for retailers, emphasizing the importance of building customer relationships in the beauty sector. Meanwhile, a report from Foodstuffs reveals that teenagers are responsible for a significant portion of retail offences, prompting discussions on youth engagement and prevention strategies. In the health sector, the shift of GLP-1 weight loss treatments from clinics to consumer-driven platforms like TikTok signals a transformative trend for retailers. Lastly, New Zealand's Kai Co is challenging traditional grocery models by sourcing fresh produce locally, while Naked Life's expansion into the US marks a significant milestone in its growth strategy.