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Coles names Jenny Linsten as new code arbiter for food and grocery
In her new role, Linsten will investigate and settle disputes between Coles and its suppliers.
Walmart’s futuristic vision: AI shopping, drone deliveries and green energy
In a keynote presentation, Walmart president and CEO, Doug McMillon, said that the company is building technology to ser...
Woolworths to drop Australia Day merchandise, citing cultural sensitivity
The decision is in response to "broader discussions" about the meaning of January 26th to the country's diverse communit...
As Australian grocery prices probed, French retailer takes a stand
In Europe, Carrefour instituted a bold in-store campaign last year of naming and shaming brands that downsized products ...
How Aldi, Coles and Woolworths use brand character to drive distinctiveness
Australia’s supermarkets know their characters and stick to them. Here's a closer look.
Australian supermarkets under scrutiny for alleged price gouging
Allegations of price gouging by Australian supermarkets have even led to a Senate inquiry into supermarket pricing.
Foodstuffs North and South Island seek merger clearance
Companies say they have set out why they believe the merger won't substantially lessen competition in any market.
Woolworths’ Petstock takeover cleared to proceed
The ACCC accepted Petstock's court-enforceable undertakings to divest several assets to address competition concerns.
Woolworths’ campaign calls for kindness to staff this holiday season
According to the company, more than 2000 incidents of violence and abuse have been recorded in stores during the past fe...
Choice catches Coles raising ‘locked’ prices; ACCC probe draws apology
"A retailer as big as Coles failing to keep its pricing promises is simply unacceptable, particularly during a cost of l...
Woolworths names winners of Trade Partner of the Year awards
Annual supplier award winners revealed – and a family farm takes top honours.
Metcash’s revenue rises amid higher food, liquor, hardware sales
Metcash's food sales, excluding tobacco, rose 5.7 per cent while liquor sales climbed 2.4 per cent.
Woolworths aims for full-EV home-delivery fleet
The rollout will add about 300 trucks to New Zealand's electric vehicle fleet over the next seven years.
Aldi Australia meets Liberty of London in Christmas collection
Liberty of London is a 148-year-old luxury department store located on Carnaby Street in London's CBD.
Woolworths marks 100th NZ store to adopt electronic price labels
Another 33 Woolworths stores are scheduled to adopt electronic shelf labelling by June.
Woolworths NZ rolls out healthier options at checkout
"Less healthy" products will be moved into aisle as well to make it easier for shoppers who want to avoid checkout tempt...
Woolworths opens all of its online stores to third-party sellers
MarketPlus will enable merchants to sell across MyDeal, Everyday Market, and the newly launched Big W Market.
Foodstuffs plans to merge North, South Island operations
Each cooperative will hold a special general meeting in June next year where members will vote on the proposal.
Woolworths rolls out Direct-to-Boot service in New Zealand
The service called Direct-to-Boot will allow online customers to drop by the store to pick up their orders.
New NZ Grocery Commissioner highlights urgent issues in supermarket sector
Woolworths Group and rival Foodstuffs are on notice from new regulator.