Australia
QSR Media Conference & Awards 2026 returns to Sydney
QSR Media's flagship industry event is back.
Collins Foods completes German KFC restaurant acquisition
The group acquired eight restaurants from JJ Restaurant GmbH & Co. KG.
How QSRs are redesigning service for Sydney’s busiest nights
Festivals have become a real-world stress test for how well venues can handle hungry, fast-moving crowds.
Australian retail spending rises 5.1% in April despite inflation pressures
The figure was up from $37.18b in April 2025.
Social Media Wrap: Domino's partners with Pistachio Papi; Grill'd sells 35,000 sauces; Donut King announces special promo on National Doughnut Day
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Australian brands rethink loyalty as instant value gains ground over points systems
Over 50% of consumers actively look for deals on every purchase.
Wrong orders are the biggest driver of food waste in Australian QSR—report
Food waste is costing Australia $36.6b a year.
Subway takes aim at burger chains on World Burger Day with value-led Footlong push
The brand is giving away free sides with each footlong purchase.
McDonald's Menu Heist comes to Australia
The menu will include five menu items previously exclusive in other countries.
The Coffee Club trials member pricing model in South Australia
Members will get access to different pricing points from the app and storefronts.
Pappa Flock partners with Paramount Pictures Australia for Scary Movie launch
The chicken chain will drop a limited-time-only menu as part of the collaboration
Social Media Wrap: Crust unveils new Peri Peri chicken pizza range; Starbucks reveals new menu; KFC brings back Hot Rods
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Hungry Jack’s signs exclusive multi-year partnership with Uber Eats
Uber Eats will power the burger chain’s own delivery channels.
Budget-conscious diners turn to Luke’s Bánh Mi
The chain plans to expand through franchise conversions, not greenfield sites.
Gami Chicken partners with Coles to launch ‘fakeaway’ range
The retail range features crispy boneless chicken with Gami Chicken sauces.
Dave & Buster's brings dining and arcade concept to Perth
The launch was developed in partnership with local operator NightOwl.
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How QSRs are redesigning service for Sydney’s busiest nights