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Rookwood General Cemetery presents the Antiochian Orthodox Burial Ground Rookwood is proud to announce a new burial space dedicated to Antiochian Orthodox traditions. •Consecrated Antiochian burial ground •Exclusive Antiochian pavilion •Lawn and monumental burial places Premium locations are available and enquiries are most welcome. bit.ly/3Uh1tDs For information on plot availability, please contact us at 02 8575 8100 or email info.rgc@mmplm.com.au PN53754 BUSINESS WITH REBECCA DI NOIA WESTERN SYDNEY BUSINESS CENTRE • 4721 5011 What’s coming to shake up retail As we approach the middle of 2024, the retail industry is starting to see some significant changes. Here are the four retail predictions that businesses can expect in the coming years: Live Shopping Live Shopping is a new trend that is quickly gaining popularity, with TikTok and Instagram investing in it. The TikTok shop is set to launch in Australia, with around 30 stores already testing it out. TikTok Shop will allow customers to interact with the brand owner or ‘influencers’ on the platform through live chat. AI AI is taking over several aspects of businesses that are algorithm-driven. AI technology is becoming more sophisticated each day, and it can help business owners focus on data and inventory planning, automate tasks, analyse data, and provide insights that can help them make better decisions. Creator-led brands Partnership marketing is on the rise in the retail industry. We are likely to see more and more businesses partnering with creators or influencers to create unique products and content. This trend is known as ‘creator-led brands,’ where creators collaborate with brands to come up with new products or services. By doing this, brands can leverage the creators’ following to reach a wider audience. Omnichannel Customers today want to physically interact with brands, not just see them on social media and websites. As such, businesses are exploring various omnichannel strategies such as pop-up shops, meet-ups, and experience centers to provide a more immersive customer experience. This will enable customers to experience the brand in a more tangible way, which can help them make more informed purchasing decisions. With the rise of the popularity of Temu and Shein, business owners need to think about their value proposition, rather than comparing on price alone. It is also crucial for businesses to be aware of the trends, stay ahead of the curve and continue to thrive in an ever-changing retail landscape. 2024 AWARDS CEREMONY Book now to secure your tickets! 30 May 2024 The ZEST Awards are Western Sydney’s premier platform for recognising and celebrating the achievements of the region’s Community Sector Proudly led by: Major Partners: For more information or to purchase your tickets for the ZEST Awards Ceremony visit: www.wscf.org.au/zestawards Media Partners: 53528 16 parra news » Tuesday, May 28, 2024
HOROSCOPES Relax & Unwind AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19 PISCES FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20 ARIES MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20 Prepare for a hectic week when you overdo just about everything. Under the influence of the Mercury/Uranus hookup, you’re inclined to be enthusiastic and exhausting, restless and rebellious, questioning and quirky. You’ll certainly be hard to ignore as you ruffle a few feathers with your impulsive ideas and spontaneous comments. But jumping to conclusions could land you in hot water – especially when it comes to a family member or a close friend. You won’t feel particularly energetic or motivated, as Saturn drains the gas out of your tank. Avoid the temptation to get carried away and make unrealistic promises. It will be very easy to over-extend yourself and find you’ve bitten off more than you can comfortably chew! Use the prevailing astro-winds wisely as you re-calibrate your expectations, especially when it comes to domestic matters and family members. Creative collaboration will take you far. When it comes to managing a complicated financial matter, Uranus encourages you to be creative and have a flexible plan. And Mercury urges you to look at a current problem in a less judgmental and more rational way. The situation is in the process of transforming in an organic fashion. Your ruler Mars is currently in Aries (until June 9) so avoid rushing things and trying to force change. Do your best to be proactive and patient; dynamic and diplomatic. TAURUS APRIL 21 TO MAY 21 GEMINI MAY 22 TO JUNE 21 CANCER JUNE 22 TO JULY 22 JOANNE MADELINE MOORE Boho Astro bohoastro.com @JoMadelineMoore © Joanne Madeline Moore 2024 This week curious Mercury and innovative Uranus link up in your sign. So it’s time to speed up your thinking, explore innovative ideas, discuss alternative points of view, and try new approaches. Keep what’s working in your life – but throw out things that aren’t working and don’t be afraid to break a few stodgy old rules. Inspiration for the week is from movie icon (and birthday great) Marilyn Monroe, “If I’d observed all the rules, I’d never have got anywhere.” As the Sun makes its annual transit through doppelganger Gemini (sign of the double-trouble Twins) prepare for a stop-start kind of week! Frantically go-go-go one day (Mercury/Uranus) and frustratingly slow the next (Mercury/ Saturn). So you need to be nimble, adaptable and stoical. Plus – with Mercury and Uranus sometimes snoozing in your solitude zone – take the time to slow down and reassess where you are going … and where you’ve been. You’re keen to retreat into your cosy Crab cave as the Sun, Venus and Jupiter all transit through your contemplation zone. So solo activities like yoga, meditation, reading and journal writing are favoured this week. But – if you stumble and make a mistake – don’t let negative self-talk drag you down. Keep going! Be inspired by birthday great Kylie Minogue (who turns 56 on Tuesday), “I didn’t want to fizzle out. I had to keep going, like a little Shetland pony.” L E O JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23 V I R G O AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23 L I B R A SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23 Fiery Mars activates your travel zone, so a heavenly holiday is likely sometime soon. But it won’t happen if you’re a lackadaisical Leo! Take action ASAP via a spontaneous booking (if you’ve got the money) or a smart savings plan (if you’re currently cash-strapped). The Sun, Venus and Jupiter also urge you to take a good long look at your hopes and wishes for the future. Do they need a shake-up? Make sure your dreams are creative, flexible and fun. This week Mercury (your power planet) connects with Saturn and Uranus, so concentration and curiosity will take you far. The focus is also on work as the Sun, Venus and Jupiter all jump through your professional zone. But don’t overdo it Virgo … and don’t make the mistake of neglecting family and close friends. As movie star (and birthday great) Marilyn Monroe observed, “A career is wonderful, but you can’t curl up with it on a cold night.” Saturn (in your job zone) links up with Mercury so it’s a good time to study, learn, apply yourself and work hard. Motto for the week comes from Kylie Minogue (who turns 56 on Tuesday), “There’s no shortcut to learning a craft; you just have to put the years in.” International adventures and interstate escapades are calling as the Sun, Venus and Jupiter activate your travel zone. Be patient and make it a priority to plan (and save for) a dream holiday later in the year. SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22 SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21 CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20 You currently have four planets (Mercury, Uranus, Saturn and Neptune) transiting through your relationship zones. So other people could perplex you with their confusing behaviour. Avoid being a cynical Scorpio who sabotages partnerships. Nurture and cherish your close connections. If you’re unhappily single, keep pursuing your dream of finding your soul mate. Be inspired by Kylie Minogue, “I’m sure that love exists. Even infinite, eternal love.” Avoid jumping to conclusions, making hasty assumptions and passing on unsubstantiated information. Slow down Sagittarius! The Sun, Venus and Jupiter are jumping through your partnership zone. So creative, diplomatic communication (and a spirit of generosity) will help improve relations with family and friends, as you get your message out loud and clear. Friday is fabulous for lightbulb moments as you discuss innovative ideas and think outside the box. The week starts well with the positive link between mind planet Mercury and your ruler Saturn. Which encourages clear thinking, disciplined work, strategic planning, goal-setting and problem-solving for clever Capricorns. 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Rookwood General Cemetery presents the<br />
Antiochian Orthodox<br />
Burial Ground<br />
Rookwood is proud to announce a new burial space<br />
dedicated to Antiochian Orthodox traditions.<br />
•Consecrated Antiochian burial ground<br />
•Exclusive Antiochian pavilion<br />
•Lawn and monumental burial places<br />
Premium locations are available and<br />
enquiries are most welcome.<br />
bit.ly/3Uh1tDs<br />
For information on plot availability, please contact us<br />
at 02 8575 8100 or email info.rgc@mmplm.com.au<br />
PN53754<br />
BUSINESS<br />
WITH REBECCA DI NOIA<br />
WESTERN SYDNEY BUSINESS CENTRE • 4721 5011<br />
What’s coming to shake up retail<br />
As we approach the middle of <strong>2024</strong>,<br />
the retail industry is starting to see<br />
some significant changes. Here are<br />
the four retail predictions that businesses<br />
can expect in the coming years:<br />
Live Shopping<br />
Live Shopping is a new trend that is quickly<br />
gaining popularity, with TikTok and Instagram<br />
investing in it. The TikTok shop is set<br />
to launch in Australia, with around 30 stores<br />
already testing it out. TikTok Shop will allow<br />
customers to interact with the brand owner<br />
or ‘influencers’ on the platform<br />
through live chat.<br />
AI<br />
AI is taking over several<br />
aspects of businesses<br />
that are algorithm-driven.<br />
AI<br />
technology is becoming more sophisticated<br />
each day, and it can help business owners<br />
focus on data and inventory planning,<br />
automate tasks, analyse data, and provide<br />
insights that can help them make better<br />
decisions.<br />
Creator-led brands<br />
Partnership marketing is on the rise in the<br />
retail industry. We are likely to see more and<br />
more businesses partnering with creators or<br />
influencers to create unique products and<br />
content. This trend is known as ‘creator-led<br />
brands,’ where creators collaborate with<br />
brands to come up with new products or<br />
services. By doing this, brands can leverage<br />
the creators’ following to reach a wider<br />
audience.<br />
Omnichannel<br />
Customers today want to physically interact<br />
with brands, not just see them on social<br />
media and websites. As such, businesses are<br />
exploring various omnichannel strategies<br />
such as pop-up shops, meet-ups, and experience<br />
centers to provide a more immersive<br />
customer experience. This will enable<br />
customers to experience the brand in a more<br />
tangible way, which can help them make<br />
more informed purchasing decisions.<br />
With the rise of the popularity of Temu<br />
and Shein, business owners need to think<br />
about their value proposition, rather than<br />
comparing on price alone. It is also crucial<br />
for businesses to be aware of the trends, stay<br />
ahead of the curve and continue to thrive in<br />
an ever-changing retail landscape.<br />
<strong>2024</strong> AWARDS CEREMONY<br />
Book now to secure<br />
your tickets!<br />
30 <strong>May</strong> <strong>2024</strong><br />
The ZEST Awards are Western Sydney’s premier<br />
platform for recognising and celebrating the<br />
achievements of the region’s Community Sector<br />
Proudly led by:<br />
Major Partners:<br />
For more information or to purchase your<br />
tickets for the ZEST Awards Ceremony visit:<br />
www.wscf.org.au/zestawards<br />
Media Partners:<br />
535<strong>28</strong><br />
16 parra news » Tuesday, <strong>May</strong> <strong>28</strong>, <strong>2024</strong>
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