Kimberly-Clark Australia, the single largest employer in South Australia’s South East, is investing a further $20 million in its Millicent Mill to upgrade equipment and increase production of its Kleenex products. This follows a $33 million investment in a new energy-saving cogeneration plant, which has taken the Millicent Mill off the electricity grid and greatly […]
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In response to C&I enquiries, Aldi Australia has confirmed reports regarding plans for expansion in WA and provided C&I with artist’s impressions of their planned WA distribuition centre. According to an Aldi Australia spokesperson, “Aldi Australia is excited to bring our Smarter Shopping experience to Western Australia. “Aldi’s Western Australian stores are in various stages
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The Coca-Cola Company third quarter and year to-date operating results announced this week provided some interesting insights into beverage trends. Among its performance highlights The Coca-Cola Company reported: Global volume growth of 1% in the third quarter and 2% year to date and gained volume and value share in non-alcoholic ready-to-drink (NARTD) beverages in the
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Coca-Cola South Pacific has entered into the coconut water category with this week’s announcement of the Australian launch of Zico. Ramona Spiteri, Zico brand manager, says “We’re excited to launch ZIico and deliver Aussies with a premium coconut water which supports hydration through various electrolytes and provides consumers with a great source of potassium and
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Adeel Khan, the owner of a Rozelle convenience store destroyed by an explosion and fire on September 4, was too ill to appear in court this week. Mr Khan has been charged with three counts of murder and two of attempted murder, three counts of manslaughter and 17 other charges including setting fire for a
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As we went to press a delivery of America’s number one yoghurt, Chobani, arrived at the office. Thanks to the good people at Chobani our staff are enjoying a tasty snack. We particularly like the 140g packs of greek yoghurt in a variety of flavours – perfect for a quick snack on the run. Thanks
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission today instituted proceedings in the Federal Court of Australia against Coles Supermarkets Australia Pty Ltd and Grocery Holdings Pty Ltd (together, Coles) alleging that Coles engaged in unconscionable conduct in contravention of the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). The ACCC is alleging that Coles took advantage of its superior bargaining
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The recent POPAI (Point-of-Purchase Advertising International) Marketing@Retail Awards were held across 19 categories and attracted 139 entries. Awards were presented at a black tie Gala Dinner held at Sydney’s Hilton Hotel on 1 October, with winners in the convenience/route division including Parmalat’s Engine Fridge and Streets Magnum Kisses Bollard Spinner. POPAI Managing Director, Darren Pinks,
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Schweppes Australia has announced its Tullamarine manufacturing site will undergo a $17.4 million expansion, boosting productivity and creating 10 new highly skilled jobs. The plastic bottle manufacturing facility is expected to enhance capacity and capability as the new line introduces ‘stretch blow fill’ bottling technology. Schweppes Australia is part of the Asahi Beverages group which
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With more than 350 stores and annual sales around $5.3 billion, Aldi sales account for approximately 10% of the grocery market on Australia’s eastern seaboard. The chain is now planning a $700 million expansion into Western Australia and South Australia. Aldi managing director, Tom Daunt, has confirmed plans to invest between $400 million and $450
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NCR Corporation has announced that it is upgrading Coles Supermarkets’ NCR FastLane SelfServ™ Checkout lanes with NCR Note Recycling capability. The Note Recycling solution will assist Coles to lower cash floats and reduce replenishment cycles as it recycles cash notes accepted in self-checkout machines, dispensing them as change in subsequent transactions. In addition, the Note
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The Westpac-Melbourne Institute Index of Consumer Sentiment Consumer (released yesterday) shows consumer sentiment has recovered slightly but remains below expectations with households reluctant to spend in the light of lingering economic concern two months after an unpopular federal budget. The Index showed a 1.9% increase, from 93.2 in June to 94.9 in July, and revealed
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Red Bull has agreed to pay $US13 million ($A14.76 million) to settle a class action lawsuit over alleged false advertising of its energy drinks. A statement provided to C&I by Red Bull Australia notes that “Red Bull settled this lawsuit to avoid the unpredictability and exorbitant costs of litigating in the USA. Red Bull’s marketing
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