Australia’s first hemp water, +hemp, is releasing a new flavour this month. Restore is described as a natural raspberry and coconut flavour. Similar to +hemp’s Hydrate flavour, Restore is said to be rich in omega-3 and omega-6. It also contains antioxidants, amino acids and Gamma Linolenic Acid. According to +hemp, …
Read More »IGA Supplier of the Year Award winners revealed
IGA has announced the winners of its coveted Supplier of the Year (SOTY) Awards. The ceremony took place at The Star in Sydney. The company says it judges nominated suppliers and winners on criteria including sales, support and innovation, promotions and field teams. “These suppliers are supportive of our channel …
Read More »Metcash launches new IGA ‘That’s the Spirit’ campaign
Allen’s brings back Green Frogs
Fans of Allen’s Green Frogs are set for a treat as the lollies make a return into stores this month. This time, though, Allen’s is bringing the whole Frog Family with them. According to Allen’s, fans have been calling for the return of the Green Frog since its production was …
Read More »Romeo’s group the big winner at IGA awards
The annual IGA Awards of Excellence, presented on the Gold Coast this week, recognised the benchmark-setting efforts of outstanding IGA stores in Australia. Romeo’s Retail Group was the big winner of the awards night, with its McLaren Vale Foodland IGA in South Australia named National Retailer of the Year and …
Read More »Metcash CEO to retire
Metcash’s FY2017 results were overshadowed this week by the announcement that CEO Ian Morrice will retire in 2018 after five years in the role. “It’s a privilege to lead the Metcash business and work with such a passionate team of people who fight for the success of independent family business …
Read More »Leading retail independents celebrated
The Victorian and Queensland state winners of the annual IGA Awards of Excellence have been announced ahead of the national awards in July. The keenly contested IGA awards are described as representing great examples of retail excellence, demonstrating a store’s ability to grow in challenging, competition-driven environments, and a chance …
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