Tensions between Australian farmers and major supermarkets have escalated after NSW Farmers accused Woolworths of sending an undercover employee to their annual general meeting (AGM). A Woolworths employee, who attended the meeting on Monday as a university student, was asked to leave after failing to disclose her connection to the supermarket chain. She had registered […]
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Australia’s food packaging industry, including major supermarkets like Woolworths, Coles, and Aldi, may be violating consumer law with outdated recycling claims. This warning came from the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) in a recent email. APCO emphasised the need for businesses to remove claims that soft plastics can be recycled through now-defunct schemes. The email
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According to a recent survey of supermarket suppliers, Coles has significantly closed the gap on its rival Woolworths. The Leah Weckert-led group had a substantial trading period in the final quarter of the 2024 financial year. The latest survey from UBS analysts found that in June, Coles led in 15 out of 26 sub-categories, including
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Tucker Fresh IGA is excited to announce its remarkable triple win at the IGA National Retail Excellence Awards, hosted by Metcash last night. The Kinross store achieved a clean sweep, earning the titles of IGA National Retailer of the Year, IGA National Large Store of the Year, and IGA National Large Grocery and GM Department
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Shoppers in South Australia and Queensland can now use the DoorDash app to order groceries from Drakes Supermarkets, an independent grocery retailer. To mark this new service, first-time Drakes customers will enjoy a 30% discount on orders over $50, up to a maximum discount of $20, starting from July 19. With 46 Drakes stores now
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The Coalition is being criticised for allegedly engaging in cheap politics by threatening to dismantle Australia’s supermarket duopoly. Aligning with the Greens may seem questionable, but it highlights how political interests can sometimes converge at the extremes. The Coalition is tapping into deep-seated frustrations within farming communities and small businesses about the overwhelming power of
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Peter Dutton’s approach to business, whether in energy or retail, demonstrates his Liberal instincts for market intervention. Influenced by the Nationals, the latest policy from the Coalition aims to break up large retailers like Bunnings, Coles, and Woolworths. Dutton’s rhetoric emphasises taking a tough stance against big retail, but these Australian companies are minor players
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Woolworths is introducing a customer-centric initiative in New Zealand, offering priority parking for select customers based on the eco-friendliness of their vehicles. This new initiative is a boon for shoppers with low-emission vehicles, such as electric and hybrid cars, as it allows them to park closer to the store, saving time and effort. Woolworths is
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Farmers are calling on the Albanese government to intensify competition reforms to prevent supermarkets from exploiting their market dominance over suppliers. The government’s commitment to revamping the food and grocery code of conduct has been positively received by farming groups. However, they believe this should only be the initial move in combating predatory practices. Following
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Metcash CEO Doug Jones has raised concerns over the hefty penalties proposed under a revised mandatory code of conduct, arguing that these fines won’t necessarily lead to lower prices for consumers seeking value. The federal government has accepted all 11 recommendations from Dr Craig Emerson’s review of the food and grocery code of conduct. This
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A small Victorian milk company, Gippsland Jersey, faces a major challenge after supermarket giant Coles removed its products from 65 stores. This decision comes after the company refused to provide Coles with a bigger profit margin. Starting next month, Gippsland Jersey milk will be available in only about 16 Coles supermarkets across Victoria. This leaves
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Victoria Police are actively searching for a group of criminals responsible for a string of robberies at four supermarkets across Melbourne’s south-east on Saturday afternoon. According to police, three men armed with knives assaulted store workers and stole cash and cigarettes. They then escaped in a white Mercedes, believed to have been driven by a
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Responding to the outbreak of bird flu at five farms in Victoria, Coles Supermarkets have taken proactive steps by enforcing a purchasing limit of two cartons of eggs per customer. This measure is not only addressing the supply chain disruptions but also ensuring that more customers can access eggs, thereby maintaining a sense of normalcy
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