Australia
Ferguson Plarre launches new app-based loyalty programme
Ferguson Plarre launches new app-based loyalty programme
The bakery chain found that 59% of their customers prefer to join a loyalty program with a digital app.
Jimmy Grants, Yo-Chi launch new co-branded store in Bondi Junction
The two brands were brought together following the acquisition of the yoghurt chain last February.
The Cheesecake Shop shows support for Aussie farmers by serving hand-sliced strawberries
The move is in response to a recent needle scare.
Retail Food Group chairman Colin Archer retires
Stephen Lonie will succeed him as the company's chairman.
Grill'd unveils Asian-inspired menu items
One of the new additions is a burger with a premium wagyu patty.
McDonald's launches leadership development programme
The LEAD initiative will be done annually for McDonald’s restaurant employees across Australia.
Pizza Hut to giveaway 18,000 free pizzas across Australia
The promotion is part of the global pizza brand’s 60th anniversary.
Soonta celebrates 10th anniversary with upcoming 10th store
Its first site opened on Waymouth Street in 2008.
THR1VE sees potential to enhance customer engagement with new self-ordering kiosks
The data-rich nature of kiosk interaction identify opportunities to support their customers’ quest for health and well-being, says their founder and CEO.
Ribs & Burgers, Tabasco unveil sriracha-infused Bloody Mary Burger
The burger brand has stocked Tabasco's original hot sauce since launching seven years ago.
Burger Project to celebrate Oktoberfest with limited edition burger and soft serve
They will be giving away a total of 1,200 free Oktoberfest Burgers on October 2.
Hog's Australia's Steakhouse launches first drive-thru store
The new outlet is said to have exceeded expectations in terms of customer feedback.
Boost Juice's new vacation promo plans to bring customers to unconventional tourist destinations
Some trips up for grabs include Dracula’s Castle in Romania and Area 51 in the United States.
Zero waste disposable coffee cups
Australians have a love affair with coffee, each year using an estimated 1 billion disposable coffee cups.
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Social Media Wrap Up: Guzman y Gomez to give away free coffee for a week; Hungry Jack's offers frozen flavours for AU$1; KFC's 'The Bachelor'-themed GIFs
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Restaurant Brands' Q2 sales up by 11.6%
Acquired Australian KFC outlets boosted the group’s growth, with sales of NZ$60.6 million.
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