New Four Square for Snells Beach
The new store in Snells Beach representing a multi-million dollar investment in the community and creating 20 new roles for locals.
Spring brings more consumer spending
Data released by Worldline NZ shows consumer spending through Core Retail merchants (excluding Hospitality) in its payments network reached $2.84B in September 2024.
Foodstuffs disappointed by decision on merger
The Commerce Commission has decided not to grant clearance for Foodstuffs NI and Foodstuffs SI to merge into one NZ-owned national grocery co-op.
Clearance for proposed Foodstuffs merger declined
The Commerce Commission has declined to give clearance for Foodstuffs North Island Limited and Foodstuffs South Island Limited to merge to become a single national grocery entity.
New Farro store for Commercial Bay
The space is just 50sqm and is located on the ground floor of Commercial Bay, near Bluebells and Lorna Jane.
Race to harvest ‘The Queen of Veggies’
Ideal growing conditions means this year’s asparagus season has started earlier than usual, and a huge effort is now underway to harvest the nutritious crop.
Buy local for NZ Cheese Month
Kiwi cheese lovers are urged to start the spring and summer entertaining season by supporting local industry and buying NZ Cheese.
$50m investment into packing lines and cool stores
DMS Progrowers Limited has invested heavily in the avocado automation areas of its business in preparation of the 2024/25 season.
Global shortage leads to record-high cocoa prices
Skyrocketing cocoa prices are putting strong pressure on chocolate producers around the globe, who will likely pass on the burden to consumers, according to a new international report.
Mondelēz set to acquire Chinese bakery Evirth
This acquisition is part of Mondelēz’s broader strategy to expand in high-growth snack categories.
Foodstuffs NI facial recognition trial ends
Foodstuffs North Island’s six-month facial recognition trial has ended with early results showing reduced serious harmful incidents.
Australia: ACCC starts proceedings against Coles and Woolies
The legal action marks a major move against the supermarket giants, which have faced scrutiny from lawmakers and regulators for hitting consumers with high prices at a time when interest rates, housing costs and energy bills have also risen sharply.