The Strategies Defining International Advantage in 2026 and Beyond

What will separate winning retailers from the rest in the years ahead? In this future-focused session, we explore the forces redefining retail performance across Australia and the world.

From the unique dynamics shaping Australian eCommerce, to the rise of marketplaces, changing customer expectations and the rapid adoption of smart locker technology, this conversation reveals where competitive advantage is heading next.

Hosted by Gary Starr, EGM at Australia Post, this session welcomes Jordan Berke, Founder & CEO of TOMORROW and one of the world’s leading digital retail advisors, for an expert view on the future of omnichannel growth.

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• Jordan Berke, Founder & CEO, TOMORROW
• Host: Gary Starr, EGM Australia Post

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Unboxing the Cross-Border Channel Matrix with Aussies Winning in New Markets

How do successful Australian brands grow internationally? In this practical session, we move from strategy to execution, exploring the channels, partnerships and decisions driving global expansion today.

From digital acquisition and direct-to-consumer growth to marketplaces, retail partnerships and omnichannel strategy, this conversation unpacks how businesses can build momentum in new markets.

Hosted by Chelsea O’Reilly, GM Enterprise & Government at Australia Post, this session features Clementine Boshevski, Founder & CEO of Salt Lab, and Alison Trang, eCommerce Manager at LEO LIN, sharing real-world lessons from brands expanding beyond Australia.

Special thanks to our guests

• Clementine Boshevski, Founder & CEO, Salt Lab
• Alison Trang, eCommerce Manager, LEO LIN
• Host: Chelsea O’Reilly, GM Australia Post

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Strategic Clarity in a Volatile Geopolitical Environment

In this opening session of Business Talks: Going Global, we examine the macroeconomic and geopolitical forces reshaping global commerce, and what they mean for Australian businesses with international ambitions.

While uncertainty dominates headlines, global demand remains strong in many sectors. The key is understanding where opportunity is shifting and how to respond strategically.

Australia Post’s Gary Starr is joined by Dr. Paul Grimes, CEO of Austrade, and Makenna Ralston, CEO of CommBank iQ, for a data-rich discussion on trade trends, market confidence and how businesses can navigate complexity with greater clarity.

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• Paul Grimes, CEO Austrade
• Makenna Ralston, CEO Commbank iQ
• Host: Gary Starr, EGM Australia Post

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The Australia Post eCommerce Report is an annual snapshot of Australia’s online shopping landscape, centred around millions of parcel deliveries, spend data and the emerging trends shaping modern eCommerce.

In this episode, Australia Post hosts Gary Starr - Executive General Manager of Parcel, Post & eCommerce Services, and Aimee Dixon - General Manager of Brand & Retail Marketing, go behind the numbers to outline the biggest surprises – and opportunity areas from the report.

From agentic commerce to recommerce, the value of content and why basket sizes are shrinking for all generations bar one, you’ll get the top takeaways from this year’s report in one easy listen.

For more details and access the full report, head to Australia Post eCommerce Report 2026 | Australia Post

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In this episode of Australia Post Business Talks, we go global. Gary Starr, EGM of Parcel, Post and eCommerce Services, sits down with Jordan Berke, CEO of TOMORROW and former head of Walmart’s digital-first transformation in China, to unpack the global forces reshaping the future of eCommerce.

With deep insight from one of the world’s most competitive retail landscapes, Jordan shares the key strategies international brands are using to stay ahead - and how Australian businesses can apply them in a rapidly evolving local market.

This conversation explores:

• The rise of marketplace dominance and how brands can differentiate
• Localisation done right: examples of global retailers adapting to regional markets
• The growth of content-driven commerce and the TikTok effect
• The role of data in building loyalty through personalisation and subscriptions
• How shipping expectations like free and same-day delivery are impacting growth
• Emerging innovations in recommerce and AI-powered shopping experiences
• What Australian retailers can learn from global shopping festivals

If you want to stay competitive on a global stage, this episode offers powerful insights into what’s working now - and what’s coming next.

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In this episode of Australia Post Business Talks, we explore how two of Australia’s most dynamic retail brands are winning in a market defined by change. Hosted by Top 50 People in eCommerce Hall of Fame inductee Julie Mathers, Founder of Snuggle Hunny, this conversation dives into the CX, loyalty and digital strategies that are helping brands not just keep up but also lead.

You’ll hear from:

• Tara McKeon, Founder of Proud Poppy, on how building a community-first brand with a strong social presence has driven deep customer loyalty
• Matthew Horn, Group GM at Country Road Group, on how redesigning product pages and optimising the customer journey has increased conversion, AOV and long-term value

Together, they unpack:

• The customer behaviour shifts reshaping retail
• Why delivery experience is a make-or-break loyalty factor
• The biggest trends on the horizon - from social commerce to recommerce

If you're looking to create standout experiences that keep your customers coming back, this episode is full of actionable insights from leaders doing just that.

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In this episode of Australia Post Business Talks, we dive into the generational shifts reshaping the future of eCommerce. As part of our Winning in the Fast Lane series, Gary Starr, EGM of Parcel, Post and eCommerce Services at Australia Post, sits down with renowned social researcher Mark McCrindle to explore how Aussie brands can better connect with Gen Z and the rapidly emerging Gen Alpha.

With Gen Alpha now influencing over $8.5 trillion in global spending, understanding their values, behaviours, and expectations is critical for future-proofing your brand. Drawing on new research from McCrindle, the conversation unpacks:

• Who Gen Alpha are - and why they matter to retailers now
• Why tailoring customer experiences by generation is no longer optional
• How delivery expectations are evolving across age groups
• What matters more than price in a value-conscious market

If you're looking to stay competitive in a fast-changing retail landscape, this episode offers timely insights and practical takeaways to help your business win with the next generation of customers.

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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.

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• 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.
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• 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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