Xmas specials

RETAIL trade is steadily growing according to September quarter figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, but Perth newcomer David Jones is taking nothing for granted, doubling the number of specials in its Perth Christmas catalogue.

An expanded range of cosmetics will lead the specials charge, following today’s launch of the retail giant’s refurbished cosmetics departments at Claremont, Garden City and Karrinyup Shopping Centres.

Modelled on the Adelaide David Jones store, the new departments are part of a $6 million refurbishment program for the three suburban stores.