Retail Life

A lot of preparation goes into a workshop before stepping into the room.

Understanding the local environment - from shop floor to digital - is critical.
Looking at what retailers are doing, how they’re showing up, and where the opportunities sit.

This ensures what’s delivered isn’t generic. It’s built using local examples, grounded in what’s actually happening, and focused on what local retailers need, whether independent or part of a national retail team.

Built on years of living and breathing retail - and as a country girl at heart, a genuine understanding of how different regional can be. It’s what makes the workshop relatable, practical and engaging.

Looking forward to being on the ground in Orange and supporting Orange City Council in their quest to strengthening local businesses.

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Calling all retailers in Orange.

Looking forward to partnering with Orange City Council to support local businesses with a session focused on what actually works on the shop floor.

Simple, practical ideas to attract customers, increase spend and strengthen your business - the kind of things you can take straight back and apply.

We’ll also be working more closely with a small number of businesses through one-on-one, onsite support - identifying opportunities and turning them into action.

A great initiative to back local retail and invest in the businesses at the heart of the community.

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Connecting perspectives across retail and property.

The power of an event like Retail Property Marketplace is in getting landlords and retailers in the same room - creating space for the conversations that matter now, and what’s needed to move the industry forward.

A huge thank you to all of the panellists who joined me on stage to talk all things retail property. Your insights and perspectives made the conversations practical, considered and genuinely valuable for everyone at the event.

Across the sessions, we explored the realities shaping retail today - from international expansion and QSR growth, to data-led decision making and evolving lease structures. Conversations grounded in what’s actually happening, and what’s needed next.

What stood out most was the quality of the discussions - honest, open and focused on the future of the industry.

And to the Retail Property Marketplace (RPM) team thank you for delivering such a well-executed event and creating a platform for these conversations to happen.

A great day of connection, collaboration and shared thinking - exactly what the industry needs more of.

WINNER ALERT! 🏆
Best new stand - Funky Ouma

Funky Ouma, as a new exhibitor, what an entrance they made.

Funky Ouma created a warm and inviting stand that immediately told a story. The full wall decal delivered strong visual impact from the aisle, clearly communicating the food-led positioning of the brand and creating irresistible appetite appeal.

The back wall replicated a retail environment, making it easy for buyers to visualise in-store merchandising. The layout felt structured, accessible and easy to shop.

The playful store counter was a standout - a natural conversation hub, product presentation space and efficient order-taking area all in one.

Timber shelving, wicker baskets and natural textures reinforced the artisanal positioning, with packaging beautifully complementing the overall presentation.

Bold. Inviting. Memorable.

A debut that didn’t just participate - it well and truly performed. Congratulations 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

WINNER ALERT! 🏆
Best breakthrough exhibition stand - Aqua Zoi

Aqua Zoi, what a breakthrough they have made.

They delivered a thoughtfully executed stand that strongly reflected their brand heritage and the authenticity of natural sea sponge harvesting.

The subtle Mediterranean blue palette, combined with rope and net detailing, created a cohesive environment that speaks clearly to Greek tradition and ocean provenance. The styling feels intentional and grounded, reinforcing authenticity without distracting from the product itself.

The front-of-stand activation is particularly effective. The showreel feature and tactile product placement invite buyers to pause, touch and engage - an essential strength in a category where texture and quality are key selling points.

Product presentation has been carefully considered. Three-tier shelving introduces height variation and structure, while integrated propping enhances storytelling without overcrowding the space. Repetition builds visual impact.

Brand cohesion is evident throughout, from packaging alignment to team presentation.

Authentic. Cohesive. Confident.

Congratulations 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

WINNER ALERT! 🏆
Best x-large exhibition stand - Holly & Ivy

When retail becomes magic!

Wow. Yet again, Holly & Ivy have created pure magic.

From the moment you approach, you are not simply entering an exhibition space, you are stepping into a world carefully crafted and completely immersive. The Holly & Ivy exhibition stand is a masterclass in creativity, vision and detail.

Oversized suspended bells create immediate drama and vertical impact, commanding attention from across the aisle. At the entrance, oversized nutcrackers create a striking arrival moment, drawing visitors into the space with confidence and scale.

Windowed façades transform the stand into a boutique streetscape, each vignette layered, illuminated and rich with detail. As you move deeper into the stand, the grand wreath framing the Holly & Ivy signage anchors the rear with strength and symmetry, reinforcing the seasonal storytelling.

Collections are clearly zoned and presented as distinct narratives, each “room” flowing seamlessly into the next and allowing buyers to visualise complete themes.

Lighting adds depth and warmth, colour palettes elevate collections into luxury, and housekeeping standards are impeccable.

Confident. Immersive. Memorable.

A true benchmark in experiential exhibition design.

WINNER ALERT! 🏆
Best large exhibition stand - Bee Dee Bags

This stand is not just an exhibition display, it lives and breathes the BeeDee Bags brand.

From the moment you approach, there is absolute clarity in who they are and what they offer. The overhead cube commands attention across the aisles, with strong branding visible from multiple directions. The inverted pink detailing adds personality and energy, seamlessly tying into the team presentation.

The layout is free flowing and generous. Wide entry points and clear sightlines create an open, welcoming environment that invites exploration without overwhelming.

Clear category signage guides visitors intuitively through the range, making it easy to visualise retail application. Branded plinths reinforce identity, while tactile vessels, foliage and wicker baskets soften the shelving and add warmth. Rolled wrap displayed vertically introduces rhythm, and colour blocking supports easy comparison.

Housekeeping standards are consistently strong, and the coffee station enhances dwell time and engagement.

Structured. Cohesive. Considered.
A stand built with intention.
Congratulations 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

WINNER ALERT! 🏆
Best medium exhibition stand - La La Land

La La Land delivered a vibrant and highly creative stand that immediately captured attention.

Bold pink and plum tones paired with strong graphic messaging created a confident brand presence that stood out within the exhibition environment.

Clear category segregation allowed buyers to navigate capsule collections with ease, while maintaining a cohesive visual story across the stand. Shelving heights, clean lines and strong colour blocking ensured product remained hero despite the breadth of range.

Mini vignettes provided practical in-store inspiration, and messaging such as “Stand Against the Ordinary” reinforced the brand’s point of difference.

Confident. Creative. Unapologetically bold.

your stand truly stands out against the ordinary 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

WINNER ALERT! 🏆
Best Small Exhibition Stand - Elume

Elume delivered a beautifully considered stand that strongly reflected their brand positioning and Australian-made heritage.

Timber finishes, soft botanical backdrops and natural foliage created a cohesive, calming environment aligned perfectly to the candle category. Category segregation was clear and intuitive, making navigation easy for buyers.

Thoughtful product placement, height variation and strategic colour use added balance and visual rhythm, while directional lighting elevated packaging and created warmth throughout the space.

Premium yet approachable. Structured yet inviting.

A strong example of storytelling and selling working seamlessly together.

A real showstopper 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻