Dymocks has announced another acquisition in the food industry, purchasing Melbourne-based nut and confectionary maker Paton’s. The purchase adds to Dymocks’ food portfolio, already including Arapala Macadamia Farms in NSW, and last year’s 80% share acquisition in sandwich bar franchise Healthy Habits. Patons, who specialise in macadamia chocolates, are a Victorian-based company distributing worldwide.  A spokesperson from Dymocks confirmed that the company will continue to operate... ...Read more »

Dymocks, Australia’s second largest bookseller, has acquired an 80% stake in the Australian owned and operated Healthy Habits sandwich bar franchise as they seek to diversify their business. Katherine Sampson, the founder of the Healthy Habits franchise, retains a 20% equity holding in the company and will remain as Managing Director of the company – which was recently ranked as the eighth fastest growing franchise in Australia by BRW. Healthy Habits, which now has 30 stores in operation,... ...Read more »