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Avocado industry launches VR supply chain training with Woolworths

The program simulates real-world supply chain environments to deliver scalable training for workers.

Woolworths accused of culling vegan grocery options

Shoppers have reported a decline in vegan grocery options, with some stores allegedly moving products into less visible ...

Woolworths reinstates soft plastics collection

The recycled products are made with 30 per cent recycled plastic, such as in-store wall panelling and Woolworths' own-br...

Woolworths flags caution despite growth as Middle East tensions rise

The supermarket portion of the business said that it would be freezing the price of 300 “household staples”.
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How court cases against Woolworths and Coles could change the future of shopping

So most Australians are likely to have seen some of the disputed 'discounts' being fought over in these cases.

The price of belief: Woolworths, the ACCC and the illusion of savings 

From “illusory” discounts to shaken trust, the case of the decade is set to reshape retail.
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Woolworths increases farmer payments amid ‘difficult cost increases’

The supermarket giant said that this added payment has not been passed on to customers.
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New Zealand First pledges to ‘end’ supermarket duopoly

“Real competition means real pressure to lower prices, improve value, and treat suppliers fairly,” the announcement said...
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Woolworths expands own-label portfolio with ethnic foods range

The expansion introduces three new brand labels to the grocery aisles.
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Woolworths fined for rodent infestation

The retailer had earlier pleaded guilty to one charge under the Food Act.
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Why retailers can’t escape responsibility for AI chatbots

Retailers are rapidly adopting generative AI chatbots, but consumer law means businesses remain accountable for misleadi...
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Coles, Woolworths refuse to rule out dynamic pricing

The ACCC currently rules that dynamic pricing is not illegal, but “businesses must be clear about the price consumers wi...
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Woolworths AI agent rambles about its ‘mother’ revealing deep tech problems

Instead of sticking to groceries, recipes and basket suggestions, Olive reportedly produced strange, overly human-like r...
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Woolworths profit nearly halves as pay issues persist

The group added that the pending investigations by the ACCC and NZCC could affect future liabilities.

Woolworths now runs on 100 per cent renewable energy

Woolworths has prioritised investment in new renewable electricity projects rather than existing infrastructure to add c...
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Senior Woolworths exec takes helm of BioPak

As CEO, he will lead the company’s efforts to scale its international operations.

Woolworths trials drive-thru burger concept in supermarket carpark

The drive-thru format provided a way to present restaurant-style meals designed for home preparation.
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Why grocery is becoming the next test case for agentic AI

Inside Woolworths’ push to automate the weekly shop.
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Coles to defend class action lawsuit over workers’ pay

Woolworths, McDonald’s, Big W, and Hungry Jacks are also accused in the lawsuit.