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Supermarkets

The new TikTok challenge waging war on the major supermarkets’ pricing

The new TikTok challenge waging war on the major supermarkets’ pricing

Independent Queensland grocer Skippys Fresh Frootz has garnered attention on social media for its videos highlighting its low prices at a time when Australia’s major supermarkets are facing scrutiny for their ...
Woolworths loses Australia’s most-trusted brand crown 
Aldi to open 800 more US stores by 2028
Coles unveils brand refresh for its premium private label range
Whole Foods thinks smaller in neighborhood concept foray

Supermarkets Archives

ACCC seeks consumer, supplier submissions in grocery sector probe

Meanwhile, there is a call for co-ops to be encouraged to increase competition in the sector.

Coles’ revenue rises on higher supermarket, liquor sales

However, post-tax net profit slid 3.6 per cent to $594 million.

Why supermarkets are stocking breakout and trendsetting brands

Digital beauty labels’ decision to stock their internet viral products in Coles and Woolworths is based on more than jus...

How healthy are plant-based foods? The Conversation tests 700

Our nutritional audit of more than 700 plant-based foods for sale in Australian supermarkets has just been published.

What to know about Woolworths’ appointment of its first female CEO in 100 years

While some have welcomed the move as a historic moment, others refer to it as an example of a "glass cliff".

Eight ways Coles and Woolworths squeeze their suppliers

Four Corners reported that meant that, on average, for every $10 Australians pay for groceries, $6.50 is spent at Coles ...

Woolworths books higher net profit, sales in first half

The supermarket group's sales rose 4.4 per cent to $34.64 billion.

Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci to retire

Banducci will retire after serving the company for 13 years, with eight and a half of those as CEO.

Small suppliers face “diabolical choices” dealing with supermarket giants

Four Corners reports grocer charged global brand $25,000 to raise a product price.
Coles, Woolsworth, called out for "tricky" grocery pricing

Coles, Woolworths called out for ‘tricky’ grocery pricing

Choice submission claims both supermarket majors routinely manipulate prices to the detriment of consumers.

Soft plastics recycling is back, but only in 12 supermarkets

The trial underway in 12 Melbourne supermarkets intends, once again, to provide customers with an in-store option for re...

Whistleblower tool aims to ‘out’ supermarket misconduct

Grocery Commission wants to hear if major supermarkets abuse their market power.

Why Coles hired US defence contractor Palantir to “optimise its workforce”

In a three-year deal, Coles plans to deploy Palantir’s tools across more than 840 supermarkets to cut costs and “redefin...

Tough times make Foodstuffs’ Pams most popular grocery brand in NZ

The 80-year-old go-to grocery brand has launched a new campaign to highlight its popularity.