Aiko TanakaFood
Australia Food Manufacturing Turnover Hits $182.6 Billion
The sector added jobs to pass 301,000 workers in 2024-25, but rising operating costs and squeezed margins threaten future factory investment.
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Maria SantosFood
Australian Supermarkets Adapt to In-Between Shoppers Seeking Asian Groceries
Mainstream grocery chains in Australia are revamping international food aisles as second-generation shoppers demand authentic Asian goods outside independent specialty stores.
Aiko TanakaFood
Twelve Chinese Food and Beverage Brands Reach $63.4 Billion Valuation
Brand Finance valuation data reveals expanding equity for domestic producers across China’s packaged food and drinks sectors.
Wei ZhangFood
Comvita Swings to NZ$7.7 Million Annual Profit on Honey Reset
Operating profit reached NZ$14 million as the Manuka honey producer lifted gross margins to 53.9 per cent following deep losses in fiscal 2025.
Sarah ChenLiving
Bubs Australia Revenue Reaches $111.9 Million as US Distribution Expands
Underlying EBITDA climbed to $5.3 million for the full year, while higher operating costs reduced gross profit by 9 per cent.
Aiko TanakaFood
It’s Olio Reaches Seven Figures and Targets $2 Million in Online Sales
Founder Alec Randall built the South Australian olive oil label from a $10,000 initial outlay into a cross-border digital direct-to-consumer business.
Sarah ChenStartups
Supermom Raises S$18 Million to Expand AI Family Platform Across Southeast Asia
The Singapore startup plans to direct fresh capital into its machine-learning tools and cross-border regional expansion.
Aiko TanakaFood
Suntory Oceania Expands Maximus Lineup with Pink Lemonade Sports Drink
The Japanese beverage group expands its regional functional hydration portfolio with a 1-litre bottle priced at $3.15.
Wei ZhangFood
Moondarra Expands Dairy Line with Cranberry Vanilla Cream Cheese at Woolworths
The Australian cheese producer rolled out a 120-gram flavoured cheese priced at $4.20 alongside refreshed branding across its marinated range.
Aiko TanakaFood
New Zealand Children Food Brand Odi Launches Direct Sales in Australia
The New Zealand children’s food brand enters its first export market online ahead of a planned rollout to Australian supermarket shelves.
Maria SantosLogistics
Shippit Targets Grocery Fleets with NowGo Dispatch Software
The Australian logistics platform claims its dynamic routing tool cut 200 million kilometres from domestic delivery runs and lifted fleet utilisation by 15 per cent.
Sarah ChenFood
Australian Certified Organic Sales Hit AU$1.02 Billion
Take-home grocery purchases drove the sector with retail sales rising 11.9 per cent to AU$657.6 million.
Aiko TanakaLiving
Real Pet Food Expands Fussy Cat Range with Dental Dry Food
Real Pet Food Company has launched an Australian-sourced grain-free dental dry food under its Fussy Cat brand.
Aiko TanakaFood
Global FMCG Brands Reshape Experiential Deals Across Asia-Pacific
Wine label Penfolds and personal care group Procter & Gamble are overhauling major event sponsorships to drive consumer trial and retail volume.
Sarah ChenGeneral
Malaysia Targets $2 Billion in Cambodia Trade by 2027
An export mission generated $45 million in sales as Malaysian consumer brands secure distribution across Cambodian retail chains.
Aiko TanakaFood
Balter Brewing Launches Dark Lager Exclusively with Liquorland in Australia
Australian craft brewer Balter Brewing has introduced its Balter Black dark lager, securing an exclusive retail partnership with Liquorland across Australia. This move reflects growing consumer interest in dark beer varieties.
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