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Business
Fitstop reveals new performance-charged brand refresh
A new look delivers the fitness chain a clear, flexible brand framework.
Price Attack plans 10 more stores, unveils $25K buyer incentive
Some new sites will offer three months free rent, others free stock or a guaranteed income...
Muffin Break brings back Muffin Man in major brand evolution
The iconic Muffin Man is back as part of the cafe chain's marketing playbook.
Growth & Innovation
Grill’d opens mega restaurant in Melbourne
The basement level was once a World War 11 club.
Piccolo Me parent acquires SA chain Bean Bar
Bean Bar will transition to the Piccolo Me network.
Industry & policy
Retail Food Group navigates challenging trading conditions, retains Brumby’s
RFG reported an underlying EBITDA of $9 to $10m for the first half.
Union slams retailers in SA after recent heatwave
The union raised issues with employers including Chemist Warehouse, Hungry Jacks and McDon...
The Cheesecake Shop CEO’s top QSR trends for 2026
Is 2026 the year we say farewell to fast flavour trends? Scott Bush believes flavours will...
People & HR
Frontline Recruitment, Express Employment reveal new group CEO
Adam Hislop-Reynolds brings more than 25 years of experience to the role.
Ralph Plarre awarded in Australia Day Honours
Ralph Plarre was awarded Medal of the Order of Australia for services to the baking indust...
Hog’s Breath Cafe boss exits after eight months in the role
Prior to his CEO role, Elliott spent 14 years with Retail Food Group.
Franchise recruitment
Operandio snaps up FranchiseLab
Greg Nathan joins the Operandio advisory board as part of the acquisition.
Price Attack plans 10 more stores, unveils $25K buyer incentive
Some new sites will offer three months free rent, others free stock or a guaranteed income...
Aramex offers Menulog’s drivers new opportunities
Menulog exits the Australian market on 26 November.
