Drink Pink – H2coco unveils new Pure Pink Coconut Water
Unique pink coconut water range expands ‘better for you’ category
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Variations to the General Retail Industry Award
Written by Charles Watson of WorkForce Guardian, used here with permission. As part of the four-yearly review of modern awards under the Fair Work Act 2009, the Fair Work Commission has been reviewing penalty rates in a number of awards in the hospitality and retail sectors. As a result of that process the Fair Work
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Misled-milk prices
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has warned dairy processors not to mislead farmers about milk prices following reports that processors are blaming private-label milk contracts with supermarkets for the low prices paid to farmers.
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7-Eleven respond to Fairfax
Statement provided to Fairfax regarding safety & security at 7-Eleven stores (28 August 2018) “7-Eleven is a 24 hour convenience business, which is clearly understood when Franchisees apply to operate a store, and accepted under the Franchise Agreement. The safety of staff and customers in our stores is our paramount concern, and we have invested
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New NightOwl Convenience opening
NightOwl has announced the opening of a new store in Ispwich, QLD.
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IGA Celebrates 26-Year Partnership with Special Olympics Australia with $180,000 Donation
To celebrate their 26-year partnership with Special Olympics Australia, Independent Grocers of Australia, IGA, presented a cheque donation of $180,000.00 at the 13th annual Special Olympics Australia Signature Dinner held at Luna Park, Sydney 24th August. IGA is proud to continue supporting Special Olympics Australia by helping to raise awareness and vital funds through IGA’s Community
Urbanista introduces high protein coffee
Urbanista Cafe and Convenience has partnered with Lion Dairy and Drinks, to introduce high protein coffee in store. High Protein Milk from The Complete Dairy Company, is now available as a milk option for hot beverages. The milk contains 70% more protein and 25% less lactose than regular full cream milk. Urbanista managing director Eddy
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ARA supports calls for a smoke-free Victoria by 2025
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has welcomed calls for a smoke-free Victoria by 2025, after 24 health organisations released a new report pushing for stricter anti-smoking laws and more education programs. Russell Zimmerman, Executive Director of the ARA, said although this is a great target to work towards, it’s disappointing to see no mention of
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Honest Harvest Coconut Water: sweet, smooth and pure
One taste of Honest Harvest is enough to know that this is no ordinary coconut water. Sweet, smooth and pure, Honest Harvest is the closest thing you will get to enjoying the freshest coconut water straight from a young, green coconut. However, it’s the uncompromised attention to detail, thought and care that goes into each
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Coke Zero scrapped for Coke No Sugar
Following the successful launch of Coca-Cola No Sugar in Australia, Coca-Cola Australia has today announced it will complete the phase out of Coke Zero beginning from August 1. Coca-Cola Australia Marketing Director Lucie Austin said Australians had overwhelmingly said ‘Goodbye to Coke Zero’ and ‘Hello to Coca-Cola No Sugar’ in its first year in market.
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Johnson & Johnson loses cancer case in US
In a landmark decision, Johnson & Johnson has been ordered to pay $US4.69 billion ($A6.34 billion) to 22 women in the US in its ongoing talcum powder saga. As reported by AAP, the women alleged that the company’s talcum powder-based products such as baby powder contained asbestos and caused them to develop ovarian cancer.
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Roundtable Series: Wade Death, Jack & Co
Wade Death: Director, Jack & Co What changes seen in the industry over the past year? The overwhelming change is obviously that the industry as a whole is going after food, whereas it used to be patchy at best. Nearly all major chains have a food-centric offer and are putting some pretty great stores to
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Stock should have a high turnover, not workers
By Charles Watson, Workforce Guardian The retail industry has long been characterised by a high turnover of workers. The reasons for this are varied and not necessarily reflective of poor practices in retail workplaces. However, there are a few ideas businesses can simply and easily apply, that will have an impact on your workers and benefit
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