Iconic Aussie food brand reveals next move
An iconic Aussie brand has revealed a major merger with two other companies as it plans its next move.
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US founder weighs in on Aussie ‘cookie scam’
The founder of the real Crumbl Cookies has hinted at an exciting update for Australian fans after a ‘scam’ pop-up emerged in Sydney.
Coles store evacuated as toilet paper set on fire
Shoppers and staff at a major supermarket were forced to evacuate when an arsonist targeted the toilet paper section of the store.
Major retailer in trouble, axes 200 stores
The well known retailer is axing some of its most recognisable brands as it tries to deal with a financial fallout.
Aussie shares retreat on mining pullback
The Australian sharemarket retreated from record highs on Tuesday on a sharp sell-off in the mining sector.
Surprise reason for Aussies’ spending
August’s retail trade figures have revealed higher-than-expected growth, with experts putting it down to one surprising factor.
Twist in supermarket crackdown
A major crackdown on supermarket practices is underway, but a key element could be easier said than done.
‘Furious’: Hip suburb erupts at KFC move
Legendary fast-food icon KFC has been approved for one of Australia’s multicultural jewels, and some locals are not happy.
Wine company’s plan to take on retailers
A leading Aussie wine company has unveiled how it is taking on what they have called “misleading” conduct by retailers that leaves makers “squeezed more than the grapes”.
Shopping habit making Aussies pay more
Aussie shoppers tend to stick to one major grocery store, instead of shopping around based on price, with the act increasing the market share of major players.
’Treated as fools’: PM’s take on grocery prices
The Prime Minister says “customers don’t deserve to be treated as fools” after the findings of the largest supermarket inquiry in 15 years.
ACCC whacks energy giant with $14m fine
A corporate giant has copped a $14m fine for misleading customers over prices.
Aussie shares snap three-day losing streak
The Australian sharemarket snapped a three-day losing streak on Thursday in a frothy rebound propelled by consumer stocks.
Major company collapses after 34 years
Another player in Australia’s food industry, which was a recognisable brand, has gone bust with 60 jobs at risk.
What’s on in Melbourne this Friday
If you manage to dodge the supermarket rush this Friday public holiday in Melbourne, there is plenty to see and do around the city.
Cheapest basket of groceries in Oz revealed
A quarterly report into grocery prices has compared the cost of a basket of groceries from Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and IGA, with one chain clearly cheaper.
Aussie shares dip lower on big bank fall
The Aussie sharemarket dipped lower on Wednesday as bank stocks tumbled.
Simple change coming to Coles stores
The company will conduct the eight-week trial at five stores across the country.
‘Dumb’: Dick Smith’s brutal snipe at Australia
Businessman Dick Smith labelled Australia as “dumb” for not following China’s lead as it ramps up its nuclear infrastructure.
Big fine threat to supermarket giants
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese warned supermarket giants to “get your act together,” after they were accused by the consumer watchdog of price gouging.
Major Australian food company collapses
A major Australian food producer, which was once worth $130 million, has gone under.
One thing leaving Aussie companies on edge
Aussie brands have united to take on global retail behemoth Amazon in a four-day shopping event promising to save consumers big bucks.
‘Aussie Owned’: Mum calls for new food label
Aussies love supporting homegrown products, but one mum warns that the widely recognised “Australian Made” logo is not what it seems.
‘Fools’: Albo hits out at Coles, Woolies
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says supermarket customers “don’t deserve to be treated as fools” as Woolies and Coles are called out.
Aussie shares pull back from record high
The Australian sharemarket tumbled on Monday as supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths retreated on the ACCC’s bombshell legal move.
New work trend taking off in Australia
More and more Australians are taking on multiple jobs to keep their heads above the water, but the issue runs deeper than just cost of living.
Much-loved Aussie company’s sad collapse
The owner of an Australian meal delivery service has revealed her business has ceased operations immediately.
Bold plan to change Woolies, Big W forever
An investor has proposed a way for Woolworths to increase profits, claiming they should be performing better than Coles.
Major Aus retailer sued over ‘junk’ warranties
Major Aussie retailer Harvey Norman is facing a class-action lawsuit over allegations it sold extended warranties to customers on products that turned out to be “junk”.
Popular Flybuys program to shut down
A popular New Zealand customer loyalty scheme has announced it will shut down at the end of the year – after almost 30 years of operation.
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