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Australia’s Supermarket Duopoly: Navigating Price and Competition Challenges

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Canada is pressuring supermarkets to reduce prices by threatening heightened taxes and regulations, but such tactics might not be as effective in Australia due to its powerful supermarket duopoly. The Canadian public and opposition are criticizing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government for not addressing the soaring cost of living and escalating grocery bills. In response, […]

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Metcash Faces Pressure to Raise Margins Amid Rising Costs for Independent Supermarkets

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Independent supermarkets, including major names like IGA, Foodland, and Romeo’s, are urging their primary wholesaler, Metcash, to allow for increased margins. The request comes in the backdrop of these chains grappling with the increasing costs of rent, energy, and wages. Despite their efforts to stay competitive with large players like Woolworths and Coles, these chains

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Darwin Supermarket Faces Legal Action Over Alleged Wage Violations

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The Fair Work Ombudsman has initiated legal proceedings against Om Shiva Foods Pty Ltd, which operates as Wulagi Supermarket in Darwin’s north, and its sole director, Vinay Madasu. This action followed an investigation launched after a request from a casual retail worker from India, who was employed at the store from February 2020 to August

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Coles and Woolworths Workers Launch Historic National Strike

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Employees from the two major supermarkets in Australia, Coles and Woolworths, are set to strike this weekend, seeking improved pay and work conditions. This action is being recognised as Australia’s first-ever nationwide supermarket strike. The planned two-hour strike will occur on Saturday at 10 a.m. in regions including Victoria, NSW, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT,

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Coles and Woolworths Address Online Food Labelling Concerns

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A recent study revealed inconsistent representations of vital product information, such as nutrition and allergen details, in the online listings of major supermarkets, Coles and Woolworths. This has led to questions about the current food labelling regulations’ suitability in the age of e-commerce. The research, named “Current food labelling practices in online supermarkets in Australia”,

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Coles Introduces Compostable Bags in South Australia

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Coles is taking the lead by introducing certified compostable bags in the fresh produce aisles of its South Australian stores, a full year before the upcoming state regulation that prohibits plastic produce bags. This move is part of South Australia’s broader strategy to phase out environmentally detrimental single-use plastics. Matt Swindells, the Chief Operations and

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Metcash Market Share Declines; CEO Jones Stays Positive

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Metcash CEO, Doug Jones, has acknowledged that independent supermarkets under their umbrella, such as IGA and Foodland, have seen a reduction in market share compared to industry giants Woolworths and Coles. Nevertheless, he emphasized the competitiveness and value offerings of Metcash’s stores. In a discussion with The Weekend Australian prior to Metcash’s annual general meeting,

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Rural Australians Face Limited Access and Higher Grocery Costs

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Many Australians living in remote and rural areas face the challenge of limited shopping trips due to the vast distances to supermarkets. Sally Millar, a 31-year-old residing in a secluded northern Western Australian community with less than 30 inhabitants, highlights her monthly grocery shopping experience on TikTok. For her, reaching the nearest supermarkets, Coles and

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Metcash Reviews Supermarket Arm; Eyes Potential Job Cuts

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Metcash’s CEO, Doug Jones, has announced that the company is undergoing an extensive analysis of its primary supermarket division to adapt to the evolving retail environment. This may potentially lead to job cuts as the company aims to reduce expenses. Although the primary goal of this review isn’t to reduce positions at the head office,

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Metcash Sales Up Amid Cost Pressures, Tobacco Concerns

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Metcash, a prominent wholesale distributor, is experiencing a growth in sales bolstered by its food, alcohol, and hardware sectors. However, the company also highlights a shift in consumer behavior due to financial pressures, resulting in increased preference for affordable products. CEO Doug Jones informed the AFR Weekend that another concern is the rise in illicit

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Coles is launching technology to closely monitor shopper activities

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Coles is intensively implementing new technology to monitor shoppers from the moment they step into the store. The supermarket chain plans to employ overhead cameras, cart locks, advanced gates, and, surprisingly, fog machines to counteract the growing theft issue. Matt Swindells, the Chief Operating Officer of Coles, stated emphatically, “If you’re stealing, we’ll catch you.”

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Amazon narrows the gap with supermarket leaders

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Amazon is making strides in the online grocery sector, challenging major players like Coles and Woolworths, amid reduced spending by Australian households. A recent survey by UBS, monitoring over 1000 Australian adults, showed that enthusiasm for online shopping has dwindled, especially for brands that also operate physical stores. Notable decreases in intentions to shop online

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Metcash Evaluates Costs and Structure of Leading Supermarket Division

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Metcash, a prominent wholesaler with a vast network of supermarkets, liquor, and hardware retail outlets, has initiated a review of its chief supermarket division. This move arises due to the growing competition in the food and grocery sector, with the company looking to reduce costs, potentially leading to layoffs at its headquarters. To facilitate the

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