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In Focus

Carl’s Jr. says it’s ready to be the fastest growing burger chain in Australia

CJ’s QSR's managing director Andrew Firn talks to QSR Media about the master franchisee's flexible growth strategy.

Franchising

4 days ago

In Focus

Carl’s Jr. says it’s ready to be the fastest growing burger chain in Australia

CJ’s QSR's managing director Andrew Firn talks to QSR Media about the master franchisee's flexible growth strategy.

Franchising

4 days ago

Pizza Hut giving away up to 285,000 pizzas during Tokyo Olympics

More pizzas will be given away when Aussie athletes win medals.

Promotions

2 days ago

How different is humm®pro from traditional lending facilities?

Learn more about how hummpro changes the game in providing businesses with immediate access to finance.

Co-Written / Partner

4 days ago

Are drive-thru-only locations a must-have? Here’s what we think

QSRs should offer a seamless customer experience, whether it’s in the dining area, at the drive-thru, or on the mobile app.

Co-Written / Partner

5 days ago

Hello Harry opens new store in Strathpine

This is the chain’s twelfth store since first opening on the Sunshine Coast in 2014.

Fast casual

6 days ago

Less than six weeks to go before nominations for the QSR Media Sandhurst Awards close

Eligible brands can nominate for a maximum of 5 categories.

Promotions

6 days ago

San Churro boosts snacking profile with new winter menu

The range aims to celebrate nostalgic flavours.

Menu Innovations

6 days ago

Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald’s boosts pay, benefits to attract workers; Popeyes to launch chicken nuggets; Panera’s swimwear collection

Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.

International

9 days ago

Social Media Wrap Up: Oporto’s Chicken Rappa bundle; Cold Rock unveils new ice cream cake range; MOS Burger’s truffle chipotle chips

Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.

Social media

9 days ago

7-Eleven, The Salvation Army celebrate two million cups of coffee poured at Magpie Nest Café

The cafe serves over 3,500 free meals each week.

9 days ago

Pizza Hut to launch SpongeBob SquarePants-inspired sauce

The pizza chain is giving customers the opportunity to name the new product.

Menu Innovations

11 days ago

Guzman y Gomez jolts breakfast play with $3 deal

The chain has been seeing growth across the daypart.

Promotions

12 days ago

KFC releases limited edition Christmas in July jumpers, bundle

Proceeds from the jumpers will go to the chain’s charity partners.

Marketing

12 days ago

American chicken wing concept to debut in WA

Wingtopia is also seeking franchisees to grow the brand.

New concepts

13 days ago

Weekly Global News Wrap: Subway’s massive menu revamp; Papa John’s invests US$2.5m in hiring, referral bonuses; Chipotle launches resume service on TikTok

Here is a summary of the most interesting news stories of the week from around the world.

International

16 days ago

Social Media Wrap Up: Carl’s Jr.’s spicy chicken sandwiches; Zambrero’s deluxe quesadilla; Black Star Pastry celebrates World Chocolate Day with new Meteor Cake

Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.

Menu Innovations

16 days ago

Pizza Hut giving away up to 285,000 pizzas during Tokyo Olympics

2 days ago

How different is humm®pro from traditional lending facilities?

4 days ago

Are drive-thru-only locations a must-have? Here’s what we think

5 days ago

Hello Harry opens new store in Strathpine

6 days ago

Less than six weeks to go before nominations for the QSR Media Sandhurst Awards close

6 days ago

San Churro boosts snacking profile with new winter menu

6 days ago

Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald’s boosts pay, benefits to attract workers; Popeyes to launch chicken nuggets; Panera’s swimwear collection

9 days ago

Social Media Wrap Up: Oporto’s Chicken Rappa bundle; Cold Rock unveils new ice cream cake range; MOS Burger’s truffle chipotle chips

9 days ago

7-Eleven, The Salvation Army celebrate two million cups of coffee poured at Magpie Nest Café

9 days ago

Pizza Hut to launch SpongeBob SquarePants-inspired sauce

11 days ago

Guzman y Gomez jolts breakfast play with $3 deal

12 days ago

KFC releases limited edition Christmas in July jumpers, bundle

12 days ago

American chicken wing concept to debut in WA

13 days ago

Weekly Global News Wrap: Subway’s massive menu revamp; Papa John’s invests US$2.5m in hiring, referral bonuses; Chipotle launches resume service on TikTok

16 days ago

Social Media Wrap Up: Carl’s Jr.’s spicy chicken sandwiches; Zambrero’s deluxe quesadilla; Black Star Pastry celebrates World Chocolate Day with new Meteor Cake

16 days ago

Highlights

Five years in, Fishbowl is determined to create a ecosystem of healthy fast food

How chains are reaching the value-conscious consumer during dinner, as told by Crust, Roll’d and Motto Motto

Bubble tea chains offering mix of brand collaborations, gamification and variety to vie for consumer attention

Hungry Jack’s bets on suburban locations, drive-thru coffee to fuel its race to 700 restaurants

Five years in, Fishbowl is determined to create a ecosystem of healthy fast food

How chains are reaching the value-conscious consumer during dinner, as told by Crust, Roll’d and Motto Motto

Bubble tea chains offering mix of brand collaborations, gamification and variety to vie for consumer attention

Hungry Jack’s bets on suburban locations, drive-thru coffee to fuel its race to 700 restaurants

Partner Content

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Everything you need to know to apply for a humm®pro digital card

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Exclusives

Carl’s Jr. says it’s ready to be the fastest growing burger chain in Australia

Five years in, Fishbowl is determined to create a ecosystem of healthy fast food

How chains are reaching the value-conscious consumer during dinner, as told by Crust, Roll’d and Motto Motto

Bubble tea chains offering mix of brand collaborations, gamification and variety to vie for consumer attention

Hungry Jack’s bets on suburban locations, drive-thru coffee to fuel its race to 700 restaurants

Refusing to be left behind, Red Rooster is determined to go beyond its roast chicken heritage

LTOs, customisation trends make a splash amidst premium, plant-based burgers’ steady rise

Franchising

Carl’s Jr. says it’s ready to be the fastest growing burger chain in Australia

CJ’s QSR's managing director Andrew Firn talks to QSR Media about the master franchisee's flexible growth strategy.

Executive insights

Five years in, Fishbowl is determined to create a ecosystem of healthy fast food

Co-founders Nathan Dalah and Nicolas Pestalozzi reflect on the brand's origins and reveal insights on how they were able to grow their brand portfolio.

Executive insights

How chains are reaching the value-conscious consumer during dinner, as told by Crust, Roll’d and Motto Motto

Find out the chains’ latest moves to get a bigger bite of the daypart.

Executive insights

Bubble tea chains offering mix of brand collaborations, gamification and variety to vie for consumer attention

Chatime, Gotcha and Narocha weigh in on competing in the growing bubble tea scene.

Executive insights

Hungry Jack’s bets on suburban locations, drive-thru coffee to fuel its race to 700 restaurants

CEO Chris Green elaborates on the chain’s multi-channel approach, reflects on the brand’s 50 years, and next potential opportunities.

Executive insights

Refusing to be left behind, Red Rooster is determined to go beyond its roast chicken heritage

In his first interview with QSR Media, CEO Clint Ault shares his philosophy on the brand’s ongoing transformation and the deeper significance of launching fried chicken for the first time.

Executive insights