Aussies fume over orange juice shortage
Australians are angry after hearing they may not be able to wake up with fresh orange juice for breakfast. This is how it will affect you.
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Queensland mum’s ‘crazy’ virus deed
An Aussie mum has revealed the extreme lengths she has gone to to prepare her family for a deadly outbreak of coronavirus in Australia.
Dreamworld deaths ‘a matter of time’
A coroner says criminal charges could be laid against Dreamworld’s owner after its “total failure” to identify safety risks before four holidaymakers died.
Stores that could save David Jones
The struggling department store giant has revealed a huge drop in profit – but a plan involving slashing stores could reverse its fortunes.
Bunnings will replace plants if you kill them
If you’re a terrible green thumb and your plants die in the first 12 months of taking them home, Bunnings Warehouse will replace them.
X-rated secret behind Netflix name
It’s one of the most famous companies on the planet. But Netflix was almost called something else entirely due to one awkward “connotation”.
‘Pathetic’: Freedom Furniture customers outraged
Furious Freedom Furniture customers have been left waiting months for items after a major IT system meltdown left orders missing. This is what shoppers must do now.
Westpac’s $280K ‘fraud’ on frail couple
A Melbourne couple fear they will be left homeless by Westpac after discovering their mortgage was based on a “fraud”.
Jägermeister not offensive to Christians
The logo comes from an old Christian tale but the judges ruled that consumers would more closely associate it with alcohol
How coronavirus will hurt us the most
Containing the spread of coronavirus is one thing – but there’s no stopping the outbreak’s economic fallout. From product shortages to industry bailouts, here’s where it’s going to hurt.
What led to the death of Holden
There’s been much speculation on what caused the death of an Australian brand, but the truth is there are many reasons Holden is completing its final lap.
KFC’s new locations and secret menu changes
KFC is expanding across Australia with the launch of more than 30 new restaurants, offering new ordering and innovation around their secret menu.
Aussie brand’s $600m Chinese takeover
It’s a massive company behind some of our favourite milk and iced coffee brands – and it’s now set to fall into new hands.
Collapsed fashion giant shuts 33 stores
A popular handbags and accessories chain has announced a quarter of its shops will shut within a few weeks after its shock collapse.
DJ’s ‘sad and desperate’ $27m loss
The department store chain will push ahead with closures as its profit plunges yet again, down more than 50 per cent in six months.
Bank’s $19b buy is biggest since GFC
The US sharemarket has slipped as China announced an interest-rate cut amid the coronavirus crisis and Morgan Stanley spent $19 billion on the biggest banking takeover since the financial crisis.
Sad end for Victoria’s Secret lingerie
A once-iconic lingerie brand famous for its celebrity-studded shows is being sold off under a cloud of toxic allegations and falling sales.
Reason chain is promoting mouldy burger
“Rather be ugly than fake”: The leading fast food institution is promoting a disgusting, mould-infested burger in a new ad campaign.
Aussie homewares chain collapses
Yet another Australian retailer has fallen victim to our brutal retail killing season, with a popular homewares brand now facing ruin.
Qantas flights slashed as it takes $150m hit
Qantas and Jetstar will cut back flights to Asia as the deadly coronavirus continues to cause chaos, with the airline’s bottom line set to take a $150 million hit.
Woolies considers widespread plastic ban
The use of plastics in supermarkets remains a constant gripe for environmentally conscious Aussies but the giant retailer may have a plan.
Game show erupts over rude clue
A popular game show left its hosts red-faced – and fans in stitches – after one seven-letter clue took an awkward turn.
Ikea product it won’t make money from
Ikea is about to launch a highly anticipated new range in Australia – but the furniture giant isn’t planning to make a profit.
Nando’s snubs customer over name
Steven Chicken was after a cheeky Nando’s recently – but he nearly missed out after staff thought he was playing a prank.
Fast pizza behind Domino’s $71m windfall
The delivery of pizza will get even faster with the company committing to a strategy of rapid expansion. And the business is cashing in.
48 flights cancelled as Jetstar workers strike
Jetstar has cancelled flights across its domestic network as more than 250 workers at airports nationwide walk off the job.
Aussie’s legal battle with chocolate giant
A family-run chocolaterie is locked in a David and Goliath legal battle with Nestle over the name of one of its most popular treats.
The six words that doomed Holden
The beloved car brand’s days are now numbered – but a politician’s furious 2013 threat might have ultimately sealed its fate.
Australia’s huge Holden myth
It might be the most iconic car brand in the country – but sad figures reveal Holden’s legendary status is little more than a fairytale.
‘Get your house in order’: Coles slammed
The Government says it’s fed up with companies ripping off staff and has threatened further reforms if businesses don’t “pay your people properly”.
Aussies reject ‘tax holiday’ amid fire, coronavirus fallout
Bushfires and the coronavirus have had a huge impact on Australian retailers, but a poll of readers found a majority still want them to pay their tax and pay staff a fair minimum wage.
‘I am angry’: PM slams Holden exit
A “disappointed” Scott Morrison has lashed out at General Motors for letting its Aussie brand “wither away” after taxpayer handouts.
Holden staff in ‘agonising’ crisis
As Holden dealers face the choice of shutting down, switching brands or selling spare parts, around 600 staff across NZ and Australia are in limbo.
Survivor ‘thought this was the end’
Vineeta Srivastava was in a “toxic relationship” – and when she finally tried to escape, she almost didn’t make it when the abuse escalated.
E-cigarette maker accused of targeting kids
The tobacco company has been accused of targeting children on cartoon stations and platforms such as Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network.
Hot cross bun photo sparks fury
Melbourne woman Caroline Lambert has sparked a backlash after her photo of individually packaged hot cross buns went viral.
Huge clues behind Holden bombshell
It’s as Aussie as Vegemite and backyard cricket, but the iconic brand’s 160-year history will soon come to an end. Here’s what really killed it off.
Rude find on ‘awkward’ weather map
The wild storm has sparked flooding and widespread damage, but the BBC’s weather graphics provided some lighthearted reactions online.
Urgent recall issued for children’s bikes
Various RoyalBaby Kids’ Bikes, sold online between 2018 and 2019, have been urgently recalled due to brake concerns.
Australia’s coronavirus response praised amid airline fears
Australia has been commended over its response to the global coronavirus outbreak, but airline schedule cuts and government-imposed travel restrictions are expected to have a devastating effect on the industry.
How to protect your reward points from scammers
Reward programs are popular among millions of Australians but many people’s lack of focus on their schemes is opening them up to attacks from fraudsters. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Aussie’s holiday sparks $1.2m business
Kevin Garcia was travelling when he stumbled on a business idea so exciting he quit his job – and caught the attention of Facebook bosses.
Red Rooster returns after photo scandal
The fast food chain closed stores after leaked photos appeared to show a breach of food handling standards – but now they’re back in business.
Aussie’s $4m solution to bikini ‘problem’
Ana Gavia was halfway through a medical degree when she was sidetracked by annoying swimwear issues. Now, she’s making millions.
Big Bunnings change you may have missed
It’s as well known as the famous sausage sizzle, but Bunnings is slowly getting rid of one of the things it is most famous for.
What secret supermarket symbol means
A furious Woolies customer kicked off about her 500g package of beef mince containing 262g of meat. A small symbol on the packet might be to blame.
Sign that spells doom for Aussie retailers
Bardot, Harris Scarfe and Jeanswest have already succumbed – now dozens of others are “right on the edge” of shuttering dozens of stores.
AMP boss’ pay rise despite $2.5b loss
The chief executive at the notorious wealth manager could pocket a bonus of up to $1.8 million as it reports an eye-watering net loss.
Leading designer shuts flagship store
The famous fashion figure has blamed the changing consumer pattern on his decision to close the glitzy flagship store.
Aldi fans outraged by $20 roses
Fans of the budget supermarket chain have complained the discount supermarket is charging too much for their dozen roses.
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