A Brisbane supermarket, IGA Greenslopes, has made a decisive move. It is biding farewell to its self-serve checkouts for good and returning to the tried-and-true manned checkouts. The reason behind this shift is a concerning one—a significant increase in shoplifting. According to reports displayed in the store, the decision stems from a notable surge in […]
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Australia’s agricultural landscape has undergone a significant transformation, departing from its traditional image of riding on the sheep’s back. This evolution demands a shift in perspective if we are to engage in meaningful discussions about the stakeholders involved in supermarket inquiries. Politicians often portray multi-generational farming families as outmaneuvered by retail giants like Woolworths and
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Major changes are on the horizon for supermarket giants like Woolworths, Coles, ALDI, and Metcash. A new mandatory food and grocery code of conduct, recommended by former Labor minister Craig Emerson, is set to shake things up. And the stakes are high—these supermarket giants could be looking at fines of up to 10% of their
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A pioneering initiative is underway at a leading South Australian supermarket chain to safeguard prized cuts of meat from the grasp of thieves. Drakes Supermarkets has embarked on a trial of GPS trackers affixed to packages of premium meats at two of its stores, marking a significant step in theft prevention tactics. Director John-Paul Drake
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Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has made strong accusations against Coles and Woolworths, claiming that they are hindering competition by holding onto undeveloped land near their stores. He has pledged to take action to safeguard consumers from potential price hikes. The Coalition is devising a plan to forcefully dismantle the dominance of these supermarket giants if
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A significant proposal regarding meat consumption is underway: labelling meat in a manner similar to egg classification. However, this initiative may increase the cost of meat products. The Meat Standards Australia quality index, created by the farming industry, aims to elevate the quality of red meat. This index draws from an extensive pool of data,
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In the ongoing scrutiny of supermarket practices, a critical issue emerges beyond mere price gouging allegations. Within the intricate web of operations at Woolworths and Coles lies a systemic inefficiency in fresh food handling. This inefficiency not only inflates costs but also contributes significantly to wastage, burdening farmers with reduced prices and consumers with inflated
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The opposition, led by Peter Dutton, is developing a robust legislative proposal to reign in the power of supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths. This initiative, commonly referred to as the “big stick” law, is intended to combat anticompetitive behaviour and prioritise consumers’ interests, particularly as the nation gears up for a federal election. Under the
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In the bustling aisles of a typical supermarket, a seemingly ordinary snapshot captured the attention of online shoppers. This innocent image, however, sparked a heated debate when it revealed the promotion of a “buy now, pay later” option for basic groceries. The photograph, taken at a Drakes Supermarkets chain in South Australia, quickly circulated on
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Amid ongoing government inquiries into supermarket practices, experts are already predicting potential financial blows for major players like Woolworths and Coles. Before these investigations conclude, analysts are weighing the potential impact on these industry giants’ profits. Australian federal and state governments are actively engaging with the supermarket chains, prompting them to take preemptive measures against
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In a bid to ease the burden of rising living costs, Australians may soon face potential hikes in prices, warns a prominent business authority. The country’s leading supermarket giants, Coles and Woolworths, have been facing mounting criticism for allegedly exploiting consumers by charging higher prices while reaping record profits, leaving many struggling to afford essential
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Australia’s retail giants, Coles and Woolworths, are accused of unfair pricing and harsh treatment of suppliers amid a living-cost crisis. However, the Australian Retail Association (ARA), representing a whopping $420 billion industry, firmly disputes these allegations. They argue that sales and operational costs have escalated far beyond the rate of profit gains over the past
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A troubling trend has emerged in agriculture: farmers are stuck with heaps of unsold produce, often left to rot because big supermarkets refuse to buy them. Rachel Chambers, the Queensland Fruit and Vegetable Growers chief executive, has sounded the alarm, accusing these major retailers of intentionally flooding the market with excessive quantities of food, leading
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