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Metcash in Talks to Acquire Superior Food Group

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Metcash, a prominent player in the Australian retail landscape, has made a resounding move that reverberated through the business world. The conglomerate, renowned for owning supermarket giants such as IGA and Foodland, alongside convenience champion Campbells/C-Store, has entered a trading halt. This dramatic pause in its financial activities comes as the company confirms its engagement […]

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IGA Stabbing: Two Suspects Charged Under New Retail Worker Protection Laws

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Two individuals now face charges in connection with a shocking incident that transpired at the Riverstone IGA in Sydney’s north-west. This disturbing event unfolded on a Sunday afternoon around 4:15 pm, when emergency services, including the police and an ambulance, were summoned to the scene. What they encountered was a 47-year-old man, presumably the store

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ACCC Pledges a Comprehensive Investigation into Supermarket Pricing

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In a monumental move that marks the first comprehensive investigation into Australia’s supermarket sector in 15 years, the nation’s competition regulator, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), is poised to delve into the intricate world of pricing. This significant development comes in the wake of the Albanese government’s announcement to investigate industry gouging, a

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Supermarket Boss Criticises Woolworths’ ‘Woke’ Move on Australia Day Merchandise

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The head of one of Australia’s major independent supermarkets has publicly criticised Woolworths, referring to the company as “woke” for its decision to stop selling Australia Day merchandise. JP Drake, who serves as the director of Drakes Supermarkets, voiced his concerns shortly after Drakes unveiled its latest catalogue that featured an “ingredients for Australia Day”

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Australian Supermarkets Slash Red Meat Prices Amid ACCC Inquiry Calls

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Woolworths and Coles have reduced the prices of red meat products for consumers while defending their payment rates to farmers. This comes as former Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) chairman Allan Fels, who was chosen by unions to investigate allegations of price gouging, called for a competition watchdog inquiry into the major supermarket chains.

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Prime Minister Albanese Proposes Stronger Regulations on Supermarkets to Tackle High Cost of Living

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is taking steps towards implementing more stringent controls on Australia’s largest supermarkets, aiming to reduce prices and address public concerns about living costs. Albanese is open to empowering the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) with greater authority, particularly after the ACCC raised concerns about the inadequacy of merger laws in

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ACCC Issues Caution to Supermarkets Regarding Discount Promises

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The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is actively assessing the possibility of filing a lawsuit against a major supermarket chain for violating consumer laws. This comes amidst the Labor Party’s efforts to ensure fair treatment of consumers and farmers by Coles and Woolworths. Gina Cass-Gottlieb, the chair of the ACCC, indicated that litigation might

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Coles will Sell Australia Day Merchandise as Woolworths Drops Australia Day Products

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Coles has announced it will continue to sell “Australian-themed” items in January, following Woolworths’ decision to cease Australia Day merchandise due to diminishing demand and the ongoing debate about the significance of January 26. Woolworths’ move, which includes its subsidiary Big W, reflects a drop in customer interest and the evolving discourse around Australia Day.

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National Party Calls for Inquiry into Supermarket Price Gouging

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The National Party is intensifying demands for an investigation by the consumer watchdog, as farmers warn of shutting down and halting supplies to supermarkets due to price exploitation. Coles and Woolworths achieved over $1 billion in profits last year, but fruit and vegetable growers are increasingly disheartened, with 30% contemplating exiting the industry. David Littleproud,

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Pushing Back Against Supermarket Automation: The Case for Human Service

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In a world where we’ve passively accepted the collection and use of our personal data by social media giants for their profit, the rise of supermarket self-service machines follows a similar pattern. Yet, the strong reaction to a recent article on Rossies FoodWorks in Griffith, a rare example of a grocery store eschewing automation, signals

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