The balance sheet is looking strong for Briscoe Group, which managed to score a few goals late in the game. 

The retailer's posted record annual sales of close to $800 million, for the year ending January 25th. 

Its homeware brand Briscoes saw 1.42 percent sales growth - while Rebel Sport trailed with growth of 0.13 percent.

Managing director Rod Duke says the business just changed its promotions approach slightly. 

"Generally, the market from about Black Friday just eased up a bit. People just got a bit more confident."

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The balance sheet is looking strong for Briscoe Group, which managed to score a few goals late in the game.&nbsp;
The retailer's posted record annual sales of close to $800 million, for the year ending January 25th.&nbsp;
Its homeware brand Briscoes saw 1.42 percent sales growth - while Rebel Sport trailed with growth of 0.13 percent.
Managing director Rod Duke says the business just changed its promotions approach slightly.&nbsp;
"Generally, the market from about Black Friday just eased up a bit. People just got a bit more confident."
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Rod Duke: Briscoe Group managing director on the business posting steady result in tough financial year

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