Reporting and analysis on retail, e-commerce, and consumer trends in New Zealand, updated continuously by our newsroom.
A New Zealand-based startup, Incrediballs, is set to introduce a tablet-based beverage product, with the aim of minimizing plastic usage in the beverage industry. The product represents the commercial exploitation of a research endeavor that spanned seven…
Woolworths, a prominent supermarket chain, has recently been cautioned about potentially violating the Grocery Industry Competition Act. This situation arose due to the delisting of certain products in its New Zealand branches. Grocery Industry Competition…
After nearly three decades of operation, the Cape Grim Water Company has fallen into administration. Jason Tang and Ozem Kassem from KPT Restructuring have been assigned as administrators for the company. The water bottling business was established in 1998.…
Cattle farmers in New Zealand have been given a much-needed boost as the Global Dairy Trade (GDT) announced a rise in pricing in its most recent index. On the 6th of January, the GDT conducted its latest auction, which resulted in dairy prices experiencing a…
A trio of Asian supermarkets and retail stores operating in New Zealand – Acecco, Miniso, and Yoyoso – have recently entered into liquidation. The operating company, ANCZ Limited, owes over $6 million (US$3.5 million). Details of the Liquidation On December…
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) recently declared that Spark NZ, a leading telecom company in New Zealand, has embarked on a series of substantial infrastructure transformations. Undertaken in conjunction with HPE, these projects aim to provide rapid and…
Free AF, a New Zealand-based company specializing in non-alcoholic beverages, has made its debut in the UK market. Their range of ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails is now available to consumers across the country in Morrisons retail locations and online. Product…
Emma & Tom’s, the health-focused beverage company, has expanded its product offerings by launching the Old Fashioned Lemonades range in Australia and New Zealand. The newly introduced range includes Classic Lemon and Pink Lemonade flavors, and is now…
Fulfil, a protein and vitamin bar brand owned by Ferrero, has broadened its market reach by launching in New Zealand. This expansion comes as part of the brand’s global growth strategy, with the products now available in Chemist Warehouse stores and for…
Over the past year, food prices in New Zealand have witnessed a substantial rise of 4.7%, an increase from the 4.1% rise recorded in September, as reported by Stats NZ. Significant Rise in Grocery Prices The hike in food prices has been particularly…
Woolworths New Zealand recently honoured its partners and innovators in the food and grocery industry, handing out 20 awards at its annual Supplier Awards event at the Auckland War Memorial Museum. GrapeCo and Mondelēz were the illustrious recipients of the…
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…
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