“Just the beginning”: The Kimchi Company eyes global expansion after Coles, Woolies rollout
The Kimchi Company was founded in 2019 by Australian-Korean couple, Edward Um and Sooji Lim, who started the business with a clear problem to solve: where do you buy kimchi and which one do you recommend?
Metcash ups stake in Total Tools to 85% following “a standout year”
The decision comes as Total Tools saw impressive growth since Metcash took its initial stake last September, with full ownership plans in place for 2024.
More than 100 IGA supermarkets to offer delivery via DoorDash
More than 100 IGA supermarkets are now offering their customers home delivery via DoorDash — within as little as 45 minutes.
Panic buying concerns resurface after Victorian supermarkets reintroduce purchasing limits
Concerns about a second wave of panic buying in Australia have resurfaced, after Coles and Woolworths reintroduced purchasing limits in Victorian supermarkets.
Shop owners risk $50,000 fines to clear stock as Victoria’s bag ban comes into force
Victoria's single-use plastic bag ban is in effect but some shop owners are still clearing through existing bag stocks, risking hefty fines.
“You will get difficult customers”: Small retailers warned to prepare as VIC bag ban looms
Victoria has finally pulled the trigger on a state-wide plastic bag ban, giving retailers just under four months to prepare for what's to come.
“We’ve been knocked around”: SMEs double down on community as local shopping suffers
As Aussies look beyond local shopping, independent retailers are navigating a new world of retail where major chains are expanding rapidly.
Will Kaufland “destroy” small business? Retailers voice concern about “special treatment” in planning process
Concerned small businesses have criticised a state government decision to take planning approval over Kaufland sites out of the hands of local government.
Choice Energy
Born from frustration and a languishing energy market, this year’s Smart50 winner is helping Aussies find the cheapest energy and gas deals.
“They’ll make a fortune”: Dick Smith warns on Kaufland as the giant injects another $60 million into expansion
Dick Smith thinks Kaufland will be extremely successful in Australia, but some small businesses are coming together to fight its expansion.
Strawberry recall sparks fear for independents, but one supermarket owner says sales have increased
A nationwide recall of sabotaged strawberries has the industry on edge, although it doesn't appear to be worrying some shoppers.
Why this Perth-based independent supermarket is taking the lead in combating food additives
Shoppers at Perth-based Wembley IGA know when they’re buying additive-free products.