As the festive shopping rush begins, vendors are bracing for a surge in shoplifting. Australia-wide, theft has hit a 21-year high. Experts say it’s part of a broader trend.

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For Australian retailers, Christmas cheer turns to fear as theft soars

DEC 5, 20253 MIN
SBS News In Depth

For Australian retailers, Christmas cheer turns to fear as theft soars

DEC 5, 20253 MIN

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As the festive shopping rush begins, vendors are bracing for a surge in shoplifting. Australia-wide, theft has hit a 21-year high. Experts say it’s part of a broader trend.