Australian shares rise after strong earnings reports The ASX200 has finished up 0.3 per cent following better-than-expected earnings from Coles, Qantas, Medibank Private, Ramsay Health Care and Eagers Automotive. AAP · Feb 27, 2025
Coles gains on Woolies, grabs sales during rival's woes Coles estimates it scored $120 million in extra sales during a 17-day strike by Woolworths workers, as it announces superior sales growth than its big rival. AAP · Feb 26, 2025
Farmers Warn Of Egg Shortage As Bird Flu Found In Third Aussie Farm A third property in Australia has been discovered with bird flu which may lead to a prolonged egg shortage crisis, according to farmers. Pedestrian.tv · Feb 22, 2025
ACCC boss still ‘very concerned’ about supermarket pricing practices Gina Cass-Gottlieb says tougher regulations may be needed to deal with complaints raised by shoppers and suppliers The Guardian - AU · Feb 19, 2025
From farm to table, less food is being wasted: report With nearly 3.5 million Australians going hungry, the fight against food waste is gaining ground as more than 15,000 tonnes saved in three years. AAP · Feb 17, 2025
As Coles slashes its product range, will well-known brands disappear from supermarket shelves? Coles is reducing its product range by at least 10%, a move that has sparked public backlash and renewed discussions about the role of supermarkets in the cost-of-living crisis. The Conversation · Feb 10, 2025
Morning Mail: Trump claims ‘everybody loves’ his Gaza plan, Kerr ‘terrified’ in taxi, Coles cuts products US president doubles down on controversial idea to seize Gaza; Matildas star says skin colour was a factor in her treatment The Guardian - AU · Feb 5, 2025
About 2,500 products will disappear from Coles shelves soon. Here’s what we know Decision means about 10% of supermarket’s total range will be slashed in a bid to lessen ‘duplication’, with salt and haircare in the crosshairs The Guardian - AU · Feb 5, 2025
Australian supermarket corn chip taste test: ‘Salsa is not required – but electrolytes are’ Jess Ho mindlessly shovels through 10 very different permutations of corn, oil and salt to get to the kernel of what makes a top chip The Guardian - AU · Feb 4, 2025
Australia’s egg shortage: why are consumers still scrambling six months after the bird flu outbreaks? High seasonal demand and caged eggs being phased out have been cited as factors contributing to the supermarket shortage The Guardian - AU · Jan 30, 2025
We Blind-Tasted Muddy Boys From Coles & Woolies To Finally Put That Argument To Bed And that's final. Pedestrian.tv · Jan 28, 2025
Woolworths selling downsized Brut deodorant for more than double unit cost of old product Consumer advocates call for more transparency around ‘shrinkflation’ as supermarkets continue to defend against price-gouging allegations The Guardian - AU · Jan 23, 2025
What’s Open On The January Long Weekend? Woolworths, Coles, Liquor Stores & Banks Plan ahead 'cos some businesses are shutting shop. Pedestrian.tv · Jan 22, 2025
Knives should be locked up in retailers, union says A union is calling for all retailers to keep knives under lock and key after a supermarket worker was allegedly stabbed by a teenager. AAP · Jan 21, 2025
AAP · Jan 16, 2025 Family of stabbed Coles worker thanks first responders A grocery worker continues to recover after allegedly being stabbed inside a supermarket, with her family thanking first responders and the public.
Pedestrian.tv · Jan 15, 2025 Coles Announces Big Change After Employee Allegedly Stabbed By Teenager “The safety of our team members and customers is our number one priority across all aspects of our business,” Coles said in a statement.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 15, 2025 Coles to stop selling kitchen knives in supermarkets across Australia after Ipswich worker stabbed Decision comes after alleged assault on 63-year-old Claudia Campomayor Watt on Monday
AAP · Jan 15, 2025 'Political exercise': dismay over youth crime laws A rapid decision to alter youth justice laws following a supermarket stabbing could tempt other jurisdictions into similar crackdowns, an expert has warned.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 11, 2025 Aunty Donna’s Broden Kelly: ‘I want an elephant-sized staffy. He would probably kill people but I’d love him’ One-third of the comedy trio on his embarrassing voice, connecting with fans and a cringeworthy celebrity encounter
The Guardian - AU · Jan 10, 2025 Shopping at Australian food charities can be more expensive than supermarkets. What’s gone wrong? Falling donations and unprecedented demand are pushing the cost of essential items ever upwards
Bored Panda · Jan 10, 2025 Down Under Wonders: 40 Uniquely Australian Things To Crack You Up Australia is a continent, a country, and a land where kangaroos outnumber people. However, according to its most active online ambassadors, the place offers much more than the famous marsupial. The post Down Under Wonders: 40 Uniquely Australian Things To Crack You Up first appeared on Bored Panda.
Pedestrian.tv · Jan 2, 2025 Woolworths To Sell Select Australia Day Merchandise After Ditching Items In 2024 “We listened and recognised that many customers and teams wanted us to do more to help them celebrate the day.”
The Guardian - AU · Dec 22, 2024 ‘At the mercy of employers’: retail workers’ wages languish as industry profits soar While the sector’s earnings have increased sixfold, poor bargaining power has left its employees among the lowest-paid in Australia and most vulnerable to inflation
The Guardian - AU · Dec 21, 2024 Woolworths says it has more than 40 competitors in Australia – we went looking for them The supermarket giant cites specialist providers, convenience stores and online retailers among its rivals, but many seem well out of its league
The Guardian - AU · Dec 17, 2024 Australian supermarket mince pie taste test: the best has a ‘big boozy aroma’, the worst tastes ‘congealed’ From tarts with ‘rich and buttery pastry’ to others that smell ‘like an old linen cupboard’, Nicholas Jordan samples 11 mince pies and finds none that will ruin Christmas