Wesfarmers yesterday (18 February) posted a sluggish profits gain, boosted by the performance of its Coles supermarket business.The coal-to-groceries conglomerate said that profits in the first six months...

Australia’s second largest supermarket group Coles has posted a strong increase in first half sales as its turnaround efforts continue to pay off. Coles supermarket business booked revenues of A$15.16bn...

Police arrested Bill Harvey, Woolworths’ buyer for coffee, tea and sugar, on Friday as part of an investigation into a national kickback scheme involving coffee and tea suppliers.  The executive...

Poultry franchise Lenard’s has set its sights on adding 30 new stores by the end of 2010, making a total of 221 outlets across Australia. Founder and director Lenard Poulter has announced he will...

Despite posting record earnings, with a net income increase of 16%, up to $449 million, Australian company Coca-Cola Amatil’s share price dropped today.  Stock market experts described Coca-Cola...

More than ever, Australians are reaching for the takeaway menu instead of the fridge door.  Figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics show a consistent growth in the Cafes, Restaurants and Takeaway...

Following six successful years of operation on Crown’s riverside, Crown’s revered and respected restaurant, the brasserie by Philippe Mouchel, will cease to operate as the brasserie by Philippe...

Bakers Delight has been recognised in the Oracle World Retail Awards 2010, taking out finalist honours for in-store merchandising designed and executed by sales acceleration agency, MediaTag. The Oracle...

Australian dairy co-operative Murray Goulburn has tabled a “revised” takeover bid for local rival Warrnambool Cheese and Butter Factory (WCB).Murray Goulburn, which has had an initial approach...

Australian dairy firm Warrnambool Cheese and Butter Factory today (16 February) reported a jump in half-year profits on the back of rising commodity prices.WCB, which has attracted takeover bids from two...