Australia

Subway opens four restaurants in NSW, QLD

More openings and more refreshed next-generation restaurants are planned before the end of 2021.

Consulting firm of Burgerlove co-founder inviting brands to join new cooperative

C51 Consulting aims to help restaurants increase their earning potential via delivery or take-out only virtual brands.

2021: Year in Review

We look back at the highs and lows of the Australian multi-site restaurant industry these past twelve months.

Huxtaburger to launch “Bar and Dine” concept as brand explores new formats

The Geelong site will open its doors to the public on December 29.

The NPD Group: Foodservice industry ‘adapted well’ to lockdowns

Within the QSR segment, lattes experienced the greatest growth during Q3.

Mad Mex founder buys back 50% share from Singapore-based 4Fingers

The company says it will “refocus its efforts” on Australian expansion.

KFC opens third Australian drive-thru-only restaurant

Those arriving at the Epping site will also have the option of ordering via a small walk-in area.

7-Eleven appoints Mark Powell as non-executive director

He replaced Bob Baily, who recently retired from the board after almost 20 years.

McDonald’s debuts ‘Together and lovin’ it’ platform in new summer campaign

The minute-long ad sees separate shots of families and friends on car trips singing along to Bon Jovi’s ‘Livin’ On A Prayer’.

Dr. Dough Donuts eyes sites in Melbourne, Brisbane in 2022

The company added it has seen year-on-year growth.

Motto Motto COO Matt Fickling joins advisory board of start-up food manufacturer Kitchen Daddy

The business, founded by PLUMM Agency, is currently seeking food service clients for national partnerships.

Burgertory eyeing nat’l expansion in 2022

It recently opened its 15th store in Melbourne.

Perfect your buns in less time with Antunes vertical contact toaster

Guilty of serving a soggy burger that is too far from what it is supposed to look like as you have advertised? 

Roll’d banks on stronger omnichannel arsenal, branding as it readies for international expansion

Founder Bao Hoang reflects on the chain’s performance the past year and explains why they are constantly pivoting their branding strategy.