Australia

QSR Media spoke with Aktiv Brands Executive Director Dean Vella to talk about the brand's 'game-changing' new concept store and where this new direction will take the brand in the future.

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

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

With several new kids on the QSR block putting their own spin on the classic hot chip, it has become increasingly difficult to make this classic side dish stand out. You can try different seasonings and sauces, but what truly makes customers come back is a perfectly cooked chip, every time.

How are the brands evolving their menus?

Merivale launched The Chicken Shop in Sydney on 26 January.

Widespread non-compliance with workplace laws was found within Pizza Hut outlets.

The fast food brand announced the results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2016.

One of the biggest trends in the food industry over recent years has been an increased focus on sustainability. This has presented itself in all sorts of ways, from selection of ethical produce right through to more efficient pieces of commercial cooking equipment.

Lara Thom joined the Mexican food chain as Chief Marketing Officer.

QSR Media got in touch with the people behind Pizza Capers to talk about its decision to introduce wraps to its menu, as well as the campaign behind its newest menu addition.

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

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

The pizza chain launched the new “Phat Boy Pizza Wrap” campaign on TV, cinema and digital media.

The burger brand opened for six hours at Li’l Darlin, Darlinghurst.

As a nation, we spent 2% more YOY on QSRs in the last week, at an average of $26.33. This time last year, Perth residents were spending below the average, at $24.45, 6% less than the October 2015 national average of $25.80. Latest October 2016 data has the WA capital spending $30.08 - that’s 14% higher than this year’s national average.