Abstract
This paper offers a comparative analysis of the consumer co-operative movements in Italy and Australia. It firstly provides an historical overview of consumer co-operatives in Italy and Australia since the late 1800s. Possible explanations for the growth of the movement in Italy and its demise in Australia are then explored with a focus on three key factors: the legislative framework, the relationship between co-operatives (networking) and consumer politics.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Cooperative enterprises in Australia and Italy |
| Subtitle of host publication | comparative analysis and theoretical insights |
| Editors | Anthony Jensen, Greg Patmore, Ermanno Tortia |
| Place of Publication | Firenze, Italy |
| Publisher | Firenze University Press |
| Pages | 57-73 |
| Number of pages | 17 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9788866558682 |
| Publication status | Published - 2015 |