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Gong cha rides ‘blind box’ craze with POP MART tie-up
Gong cha rides ‘blind box’ craze with POP MART tie-up
The tea company is targeting Gen Alphas by creating social media buzz.
Grill’d makes TikTok account private in new marketing strategy
Accepted followers get access to exclusive deals.
McDonald’s launches value meal deal in Australia
The value deal starts at $6.95.
Schnitz launches $5,000 Lunar New Year promotion
The promo is for loyalty members only.
Schnitz unveils $14 deal
The deal aims to tackle rising cost-of-living pressures.
Gong cha launches Pino Jelly merch in POP MART collaboration
This marks the first time the character has partnered with a brand outside of China.
Starbucks Australia unveils new online gift store, festive beverages
The festive merchandise lineup includes three new themed collections.
McDonald’s partners with Netflix for Squid Game December release
The brand is releasing a limited-time sauce for its McNuggets.
Red Rooster partners with aroma brand to launch chicken-scented candles
The candles are shaped like chicken drumsticks.
Mad Mex launches Black Friday Shopper Bundle
The bundle starts at $18.90.
McDonald’s announces world’s first collaboration with Cadbury
The brand is also releasing its new Haiwain range.
KFC unveils its new summer fashion collection for new burger launch.
Crocs, smugglers, sunglasses, and other summer items are up for sale.
Nautical bowls expands with influencer collaboration in opening Surfers Paradise store
They have collaborated with Jaz Hand, founder of @jazhandmade, which is an online jewelry store.
Macca’s debuts The Elf on the Shelf happy meal
It will be available from 20 November to 25 December whilst stocks last.
Krispy Kreme and Wahu launches ‘The Big-Dough’ inflatable
The inflatable is available with only 3,000 up for grabs.
Krispy Kreme to give free OG doughnuts on 31 October
It will be given to anyone dressed in their most adorable or scariest Halloween costume.
Lebanese pizza brand OOSHMAN to celebrate World Manouche Day
The brand will be giving away free pizzas on 2 November.
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