Woolworths bows to public pressure, replacing Ooshies campaign with green alternative
Woolworths has decided to launch a more environmentally friendly supermarket promotion that encourages children to cultivate their own gardens.
Kaufland to open right next door to Aldi, Coles, Big W in Queensland
Kaufland is setting up shop right next to its biggest competitors in Queensland, as it tests its hypermarket model Down Under.
Coles, Woolworths and crazed consumers: Industry lacks leadership on plastic crisis
While plastic collectibles continue, supermarket executives will be unable to say their companies value environmental sustainability in its own right.
“Discount theft”: Shoplifting spikes in Australia as Coles, Woolworths crack down on $3.37 billion problem
Shoplifting is on the rise in Australia, with self-service checkouts, cyber security demands and the cost of living cited as culprits.
“Gross hypocrisy”: Coles, Woolies slammed over collectibles
Coles and Woolworths are under fire this morning over their latest attempts to prop up quaterly sales by handing out collectibles.
Calls for supermarkets to tackle plastic problem as Aldi ramps up the pressure on Coles and Woolies
The pressure is mounting on supermarkets to tackle their plastic problem as academics warn the environmental consequences are stark.
“You will get difficult customers”: Small retailers warned to prepare as VIC bag ban looms
Victoria has finally pulled the trigger on a state-wide plastic bag ban, giving retailers just under four months to prepare for what's to come.
‘Taking on Silicon Valley and winning’: How Brisbane startup Citrus plans to dominate a $200 billion market
Aussie startup Citrus has locked in multi-billion dollar clients such as Coles and Ocado just 18 months after launching, eyeing off a $200 billion market.
Is this the future of retail? 7-Eleven launches checkout-free store
7-Eleven has launched a checkout-free store, which experts say is just the latest sign of where the retail sector is headed.
“Hard to compete”: Is Coles’ move into smashed avo on toast bad news for cafes?
Coles will start selling avocado on toast in a new convenience play that could spell trouble for independent cafes and convenience stores.
Claws and effect: A nationwide pet-food shortage is helping businesses thrive
Empty shelves at Coles and Woolworths has been an opportunity for up-and-coming small businesses in the pet-food industry.
Government agrees to tougher rules for Woolworths, Coles, Aldi supplier dealings
The government has agreed to strengthen rules protecting suppliers from Woolworths, Coles and Aldi following a review of the industry code.