Retail's next big thing - pets? - Our retail expert Michael Baker ignores the old adage about not working with animals.

Climate of the changing mind - Ross Garnaut is wrong. It is impossible to have a healthy economy without a healthy environment.

Swan establishes dubious excuse - Already Wayne Swan is broaching the topic that gets a workout in every recession - government mismanagement.

Job ads down by 4.9 per cent - Job advertisements fall again in August, marking the largest monthly decline in more than seven years.

Aust shares recover - Australian markets improve after following an overnight Wall Street dive.

• Clothingwarehouse.com
  Offering overstocks and closeout items for men, women and children.
• F.L. Crooks & Co.
  Brand name clothing and shoes for men and women.
• Lilly Pulitzer
  Features clothing for women and children in bright colors and relaxed styles. Also sells bed and bath furnishings. Includes directory of stores in USA, and career opportunities.
• Kleptomaniac.com
  Features a variety of designer apparel and accessories for men and women.
• Fords
  Selection of men's and women's apparel.
• Winnipeg Outfitters
  Offers an extensive collection of clothing, outerwear, footwear and accessories.
• A W Rust
  UK fashion and designer clothing shopping.
• Clothingisland
  Wholesaler and retailer of casual, evening dress, lingerie and underwear for men, women and junior.
• Babystyle
  Offering maternity products, and products for infants and toddlers. Includes clothing, gear and home decor.
• LMC Fashions
  Sells children clothing and ladies lingerie and underwear.
• The J. Peterman Company
  J. Peterman's favorite pieces, each with an interesting story or anecdote in his classic style.
• Whip It Australia
  Sells lingerie, sportswear and beauty products.
• South Moon Under
  Casual clothing, swimwear and gifts for men and women.
• Gable Industries Incorporated
  Men and women's bathrobes, leather apparel, loungewear, and women's sweaters.