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Why Woolworths’ acquisition might bring the best out of Milkrun

Experts discuss what the future holds for Milkrun following its sudden collapse, then acquisition by Woolworths.

Woolworths launches Milkrun in New Zealand

Mark Wolfenden, director of digital and loyalty for Woolworths Group New Zealand, said the retailer is excited to share ...

Woolworths acquires Milkrun, rebrands Metro60

Woolworths Group CEO, Brad Banducci, said: “We’ve long admired Milkrun’s innovative brand, dedication to customers and a...

Why MilkRun’s collapse shows the “days of cheap capital are over”

Milkrun's biggest issue was that venture capital firms are no longer willing to take risky bets.

Food-delivery startups Milkrun and Colab collapse into administration

Both businesses have struggled to attract investors and adequate funding to keep their operations afloat.

‘Difficult news’: Milkrun lays off 20 per cent of staff

The company now sees a 12-month runway, in which it can chase profitability or build its case for further investment.

Milkrun seeks investment as a perfect economic storm hits instant delivery

Regardless, Milkrun has taken strides to build out its business model in recent months: in December, it added a next-day...

Liquor advertising complaints on the rise says ABAC

More Australians have complained about inappropriate advertising by liquor markets during the third year.

Milkrun extends delivery offering to alcoholic beverages

Customers in Sydney and Melbourne can now choose from 60 popular beverage brands and have them delivered in minutes.

Milkrun sorry for ‘unacceptable’ delays as startups feel the squeeze

Last month, Send – which was founded in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic – collapsed into voluntary administration.

Quick commerce accelerates grocery e-commerce

On-demand grocery delivery is growing at a rapid pace around the world and in Australia, but how sustainable is the grow...

Four-month-old grocery startup Milkrun raises $75 million

Founder sees huge potential in Sydney market and will soon expand into Melbourne.