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Il Locale Pizza eyes $2m funding to train chefs, fuel franchise growth
Il Locale Pizza eyes $2m funding to train chefs, fuel franchise growth
The chain wants to serve high-quality, hand-crafted pizzas fast.
Global fast food market to hit US$1.2t by 2032
Tech, urbanisation & lifestyle shifts are reshaping the market.
Gong cha eyes small Aussie towns
It is eyeing towns like Toowoomba and Dubbo for expansion.
Which fast food brands have the best loyalty programme?
Top loyalty apps are simple, personalised, and deliver value.
Banjo’s Bakery Cafe bets on global doughnut rush
The company will open its 52nd bakery in Warragul, Victoria, in June.
Nautical Bowls 2.0 offers bigger dining areas
It seeks customer connections through new store designs and alfresco setups.
Domino’s ANZ CEO Kerri Hayman to step down in August
The company has also appointed Greg Steenson as the new COO for Australia.
Food delivery drivers amongst the fastest-growing jobs in Australia
Foodservice occupation roles went up 16% from 2014 to 2024.
The Coffee Club CEO takes a bow
He led Minor DKL Food Group for nearly two and a half years.
Fast-food chains revise menus as more Gen Zers dine out
They also enjoy food inspired by K-pop and K-drama.
What’s Yolk Brands’ premium pitch in Australia?
The Dubai-based premium fast-food operator aims to challenge the global stage.
Zarraffa’s Coffee counts on drive-thrus to drive growth
It is either shutting its storefront-only cafes or moving these to become drive-thrus.
Pappa Flock goes on TikTok to create buzz
It recently opened its seventh store in NSW and will open another in Queensland by year-end.
Gami Chicken grows sales 18% amidst rise in cost-conscious dining
The brand will launch more set menu options and combo deals for value seekers.
Red Rooster’s new chief to lean on innovation funnel to win next-gen diners
Red Rooster has 321 restaurants, according to a tracker published by GapMaps.
Chatime bets on coffee to attract older Millennials
Coffee was Australia's most consumed beverage in 2024, with six of 10 Aussies drinking it.
Subway launches 17 new sandwiches to address order fatigue
The new menu offers pre-made choices whilst keeping Subway’s customisation option intact.
