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Nike just updated its “Just do it” tag line with a Gen Z twist.
Pick & Scroll News
September 08, 2025
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Good morning. Nike just updated its “Just do it” tag line with a Gen Z twist.
Nike launched “Why do it?” to 'resonate with young athletes’ tendency to question tradition and seek authenticity and purpose'.
It might make sense in the sporting world, however it might not be best to ask the workforce, Why do it? on a Monday morning when summer is starting to peak through.
All the headlines and more below...
AUSTRALIAN NEWS
Australian government expands Parental Leave Pay to 24 weeks
The Australian government has expanded Parental Leave Pay to 24 weeks with superannuation benefits and flexibility options. LINK
Australians are shifting away from traditional retirement plans towards flexible work and life experiences as workplace values evolve. LINK
The ATO is examining GST exemptions for toddler milk formula as 33% of Australian toddlers currently consume these products. LINK
NDIS autism participation is 6 times higher in less affluent Sydney areas. LINK
Tests have discovered traces of banned pesticides in Australian blueberries. LINK
GLOBAL NEWS
Australia is having the last laugh on Trump’s trade beef
COMPANY NEWS
Giorgio Armani’s death leaves brand future uncertain
The future of Giorgio Armani's €2.3B fashion empire remains uncertain following his death at 91. LINK
Seek has accused Employment Hero of misusing candidate data to build a rival database. LINK
Apple will launch its iPhone 17 lineup, smartwatches and other products on 9 September to compete with Samsung and Huawei. LINK
Woolworths is restructuring Big W and Petstock operations with leadership changes and IT platform separation to improve performance. LINK
UBank customers threaten exodus after new rules require $1 monthly balance growth for bonus interest rates. LINK
Nestlé has replaced its CEO amid investor pressure to improve operations as debt rises. LINK
Levi's has reported strong consumer demand despite increased prices, as affluent shoppers maintain spending. LINK
TikTok has grown to 200 million monthly European users from 175 million last year. LINK
Lifestyle Communities lodged an appeal against a tribunal ruling that voided deferred management fees in residential contracts. LINK
Apple has achieved record US$9B sales in India through aggressive retail expansion. LINK
Fletcher Building has cut executive bonuses for FY25 whilst recording a $419M annual loss. LINK
Hard Rated alcoholic beverages have generated $500M in annual sales, representing nearly one-third of its market segment. LINK
Microsoft Azure services are experiencing increased latency due to Red Sea undersea cable cuts whilst data is rerouted through alternatives. LINK
Lululemon is reviving sales by signing athletes Lewis Hamilton and Frances Tiafoe to expand beyond yoga wear. LINK
ONE MORE SCROLL
Editor’s Pick: Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox go on double date night.
Draft Pick: Max Verstappen takes pole at Monza with the fastest lap in Formula 1 history.
Odd Pick: Air Canada returned her missing suitcase, but it came back with a knife, toiletries and ticket scanner inside.
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TRIVIA
Adam Sandler turns 59 today so we celebrate his birthday with some Adam Sandler trivia. You have to identify which movies below he was in and which ones he wasn't:
Happy Gilmore
Grown Ups 2
Murder Mystery
Shrek (voice only)
You Don't Mess With The Zohan
Little Nicky
The Longest Yard
The Ridiculous 6
Answers below
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ANSWERS
1. Happy Gilmore - Yes
2. Grown Ups 2 - Yes
3. Murder Mystery - No
4. Shrek (voice only) - No
5. You Don’t Mess With The Zohan - No
6. Little Nicky - Yes
7. The Longest Yard - Yes
8. The Ridiculous 6 - No
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