Swiss chocolate maker Lindt & Sprüngli is bringing the ‘Dubai chocolate’ trend to New Zealand with their new Lindt Dubai Style chocolate block. This innovative creation is set to make its debut in Lindt’s chocolate shops in Auckland’s Mānawa Bay and…
Whisky manufacturing company, Lark Distilling Co, has announced the appointment of Stuart Gregor as it’s Managing Director, effective from January. Gregor is known for co-establishing the Four Pillars Gin brand in 2013, which transformed from a small-scale…
Pals, a New Zealand based ready-to-drink (RTD) brand, has unveiled two new tantalizing flavors for its Franky’s vodka line. The product roll-out will span across major alcohol retailers in both Australia and New Zealand. New Flavors on the Block The two fresh…
In a significant move aimed at streamlining operations, Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) Banking Group Limited plans to cut approximately 3,500 jobs by September 2026. The announcement, made on September 9, 2025, included details about the bank’s intent to…
Suntory Beverage and Food Oceania has recently announced the launch of its ‘Minus 196’ lemon vodka brand throughout Australia. This marks the firm’s debut rollout of a ready-to-drink (RTD) product line from its Queensland-based beverage facility. High-tech…
IKEA is set to make a splash in New Zealand with its inaugural store opening at Sylvia Park, Auckland, on December 4. Spanning an impressive 34,000 square meters, this expansive outlet will showcase a staggering array of over 7,500 products, which local…
The health and wellness brand, Moments, has marked its debut in the physical retail market of New Zealand. The brand’s wide-ranging products, including adult toys, condoms, and lubricants, are now available in Chemist Warehouse stores across the country and…
In a significant policy shift, New Zealand is set to open its doors to affluent foreign property investors, marking the end of a seven-year ban. This ban was initially implemented by the center-left government of former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern in 2018…
Amazon’s announcement of the AWS Asia Pacific (New Zealand) Region marks a significant expansion of its global cloud framework, bringing new opportunities to developers, startups, enterprises, and nonprofits across various sectors including retail, education,…
As the retail landscape in Asia continues to evolve, a new wave of technology is redefining how consumers engage with brands. A recent report from tech analysts reveals that immersive shopping experiences, powered by augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality…
Kegstar New Zealand is seeking approval from the Commerce Commission to acquire assets from the now-liquidated Konvoy New Zealand. The requested assets include kegs, beacons attached to these kegs or stored in inventory, and New Zealand keg records. The…
PepsiCo New Zealand has announced the appointment of Lee Kent to the position of General Manager (GM) of Foods, effective from the 1st of August. He is set to succeed Michelle Cassettari in this role. Lee Kent’s New Role In his new position as GM of Foods,…
Aussie consumers are to get more non-alcoholic choices as New Zealand’s cocktails brand Finery launches alcohol-free cocktails in Australia. Created by The Fine People, The Finery zero percent cocktails range consists of four flavors, using a blend of…
Key ingredients within the range include active medical grade Manuka honey – known for its healing properties – natural bee products (bee venom, Royal Jelly) and anti-oxidant botanicals from New Zealand. The products regenerate new skin cells by 80%,…
New Zealand-based Cook Property Group has bought the Entrada Shopping Centre in the heart of Parramatta for $41.32 million, reflecting a yield of 5.7 per cent. The the 5,570sqm Coles-anchored centre, which was developed by Dyldam Developments in 2011, is…
Whittaker’s, the famed chocolatier, has introduced a new chocolate block called Peanut & Caramel Brittle. This delicious new concoction is produced exclusively in the company’s solitary factory situated in Porirua, New Zealand. A Delicious Symphony of…
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