Woolworths, Coles, ALDI, IGA supermarkets, Costco, Drakes and Harris Farm Markets have all released their trading hours for the King’s Birthday June Long Weekend for 2024. All but two Australian states — Queensland and WA — will enjoy a public holiday on June 10, 2024. Previously named the Queen’s Birthday public holiday, the day off … Read more
Primo Mild Salami with 25 per cent less salt, in 80g packages, has been recalled over an undeclared allergen. The Primo Foods slices, which contain the presence of milk, have been sold at Coles, Woolworths and Independent supermarkets and retailers including IGA across Australia. The affected products can cause reactions for consumers with an intolerance … Read more
Coles is slashing $10 off grocery bills across Australia to help shoppers ease the cost-of-living squeeze. The supermarket chain has launched the “Flybuys instant $10 off” to reward members with a discount at checkout when they shop in-store at Coles and selected Liquorland and First Choice Liquor Market. Flybuys members with at least 2000 points … Read more
Supermarket giant ALDI has revealed a surprise move into the insurance sector with the launch of its ALDI Insurance product. The German company on Tuesday announced ALDI Insurance would include policies for home and contents insurance, comprehensive car insurance and landlord’s insurance. ALDI Australia group director Rodney Balech, said he was “excited” to expand into … Read more
A Queensland fruit and vegetable market has taken aim at Woolworths at Coles after advertising a special on 5 cent avocados and continental cucumbers. Skippy’s Fresh Frootz is a green grocer located in Victoria Point, south-east of Brisbane, that is gaining a reputation for its seriously cheap weekly specials. But it was this week’s offering … Read more
Pro-cash advocates are calling on all Australians to boycott Woolworths and Coles supermarkets nationally on Saturday, May 4. The Call Out Cashless Businesses Facebook group is leading the national movement that encourages consumers to avoid shopping at the supermarket giants. The “Cash is King” supporters have taken aim at Woolworths and Coles over recent changes … Read more
Woolworths, Coles, ALDI and IGA supermarkets have released their trading hours for Anzac Day 2024. Whether you need to stock up on last-minute groceries for gatherings with family and friends or the week ahead, it’s important to know when your local store is open. Many supermarkets are closed or have restricted hours on April 25. … Read more
Supermarket shoppers have been left gobsmacked by a steep rise in the price of a popular everyday fruit at Coles and Woolworths. Punnets of blueberries have skyrocketed in price in recent weeks, with some customers reporting seeing the fresh fruit buy costing as much as $9 per 125g. Last week, a Woolworths shopper says packs … Read more
The chief executive of Coles has admitted the supermarket giant had let down its suppliers following claims the company was underpricing the wholesale value of goods. Speaking before a Senate inquiry into supermarket prices, Coles boss Leah Weckert said the chain needed to improve its relationships with suppliers. It comes following previous allegations at the … Read more
ALDI has been named the best Australian supermarket for meeting customer satisfaction and trust, based on a survey. Research and statistics company Roy Morgan released its annual Customer Satisfaction Award with 38 winners from industries such as retail, finance and telecommunications. The awards rate customer satisfaction of more than 280 brands based on surveys conducted … Read more
