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Kettle Chips launches FireMasters range
The FireMasters range draws on the flavours and techniques of fire pit, wood-fired and chargrilled cooking.
Feb 3, 2026
Australian wine exports slide as global demand softens
More than half of Australia’s wine export volume continues to go to the UK and the US.
Jan 30, 2026
HACCP Australia sold to French standards group
The deal includes both HACCP Australia and sister company HACCP International.
Jan 29, 2026
Lactalis to shut South Brisbane facility, costing up to 200 jobs
The AWU described the closure as a major loss.
Jan 20, 2026
Ampol opens Foodary Eastern Creek on Sydney’s M4
The Eastern Creek opening marks Soul Origin’s first entry into an Ampol service centre.
Jan 19, 2026
Beyond plant-based: Beyond Meat adds protein drinks
Beyond Immerse is being sold for a limited time through the company’s direct-to-consumer Beyond Test Kitchen platform.
Jan 16, 2026
Diageo weighs sale of China assets amid strategic review
Diageo declined to comment on the reports.
Jan 15, 2026
Kroger predicts bold flavours, functional foods will shape eating habits this year
The grocery giant identified six trends.
Jan 14, 2026
Heineken CEO Dolf van den Brink to exit in May
The move comes as Heineken continues to roll out its EverGreen Strategy 2030.
Jan 14, 2026
Noon makes national debut in Woolworths with on-the-go breakfast drinks
Noon is available in three flavours: Honey Banana, Creamy Vanilla, and Milk Chocolate.
Jan 12, 2026
Economic modelling tips global food waste worth $800 billion this year
The food waste across the retail supply chain is equivalent to around 33 per cent of total revenue on average.
Jan 8, 2026
M&M’s pop-up store to return to the Australian Open
The store will once again occupy Garden Square and feature the chocolate wall.
Jan 7, 2026
Kingland launches dairy-free yoghurt in Hong Kong in a strategic expansion
The range is available in selected premium and mainstream retail outlets.
Jan 6, 2026
Nespresso opens largest flagship in New York City
The New York location is the eighth flagship boutique globally.
Dec 19, 2025
Wanderlust launches six plant-based supplements
The range is positioned for consumers seeking additive-conscious supplements.
Dec 18, 2025
OMG Group tops $3m in first-half sales
Online sales now exceed $2 million on a Moving Annual Total (MAT) basis.
Dec 18, 2025
Bibigo launches vegan kimchi range in Australia
The range reflects growing consumer interest in plant-based Korean flavours.
Dec 16, 2025
Mondelez to launch sugar-free Oreo in the US
The launch follows earlier launches in Europe and China.
Dec 15, 2025
Ferrero Rocher adds seasonal products to Christmas line-up
These new items complement Ferrero Rocher’s existing festive collection.
Dec 11, 2025
Cooee Foods acquires Creative Native Foods
As part of the deal, founder Andrew Fielke will stay on as a consultant.
Dec 11, 2025