There’s a new can in South Australian towns, with Red Bull releasing a new flavour to its range. The limited-edition Red Edition, featuring a watermelon flavour, will be available in 250ml cans and sold exclusively through OTR stores across the state from January 11. OTR head of community, partnerships and PR Jo Skene said she […]
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Woolworths have digitised their employee communication, implementing digital workplace platform WorkJam. The retailer will use WorkJam across messaging, chat, training, surveys, polls and more to drive better communication for its front-line employees and improve operational and productivity efficiency. Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci said the training and communication tool would give employees a stronger voice in
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Caltex Australia have confirmed they have been approached by the UK Group EG Group. Releasing a statement following media speculation of the approach, the company announced they have had approaches from multiple parties showing interest in acquiring Caltex or part thereof. However they note they have not received any proposed to acquire the company
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Online review and user-generated content platform Bazaarvoice have named Keith Nealon as their new CEO. Mr Nealon has take over from Joe Davis (from Marlin Equity Partners), who was appointed CEO in February 2018, following MEP’s acquisition of the site. Mr Davis will stay on as Operating Executive. Mr Nealon is the former chairman/CEO of
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Caltex Australia may have another takeover bid to contend with, according to Bloomberg. The media group have reported that the UK’s EG Group are potentially considering a takeover bid. According to the news, EG are currently working with a financial advisor to evaluate the viability of the bid. At this stage there is no move
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Chocolate fans should run, not walk to get their hands on the latest chocolate release to hit Australian shelves. In a bar straight from chocolate lovers’ dreams, Cadbury have combined Caramilk – the flavour that launched a hype frenzy last year, with their Twirl bar to create the ultimate in chocolate covered, white chocolate swirled
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Viva Energy have extended their Shell Brand License by ten years. The agreement will see Viva EnergyAustralia (VEA) operate on similar commercial terms to their existing license across Shell branded retail automotive fuels in Australia until December 31, 2029. Viva Energy CEO Scott Wyatt said it continues the company’s ‘long history’ of custodianship of the
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Coca-Cola Amatil Australia will soon be a step closer to their renewable energy target, with 5,200 solar panels set to be online by the end of summer. The panels, which will cover 8,516 square metres of their Eastern Creek distribution centre, will generate 2,400MWh of electricity per year, according to the company – which
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Woolworths employees volunteering with rural fire service agencies have been granted extended paid leave by the company, in the wake of catastrophic fires burning across New South Wales, Victoria and around Australia The Woolworths Group announced late last month that paid leave entitlements for team members (covered by an Enterprise Agreement) would be extended to
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The last time this chocolate bar was on our shelves Malcolm Fraser was prime minister. The popular Scorched Peanut Bar, produced by Cooks Confectionary, has made a quiet return to Australian shelves. The 45g bar, described as “scorched peanuts encased in smooth toffee covered in milk chocolate” can be found in retailers across the country,
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New AI technology being rolled out by data science company Quantium is promising to deliver quicker and more relevant consumer data to FMCG businesses. Quantium have said the new AI insights platform will automate scan data – such as what customer purchase, when and what they pay, which previously had to be manually interpreted by
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Google are the latest company to join Australia’s food ordering/delivery service. The company are now offering users the option to order food through their Google Search and Maps functions. Food retailers available on the service include Boost Juice, Chatime, Domino’s, Grill’d, Guzman y Gomez, Pizza Hut and selected local cafes. While the majority of orders
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A new report from Lux Research shows that technology is playing a big role in shaping the future of the food industry, particularly argifood. The Digital Transformation of the Food Industry report, released in December, found the industry is rapidly evolving as it attempts to keep pace with consumers’ future needs. And it warn those
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