QSR Media Conference & Awards
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QSR Media Awards 2026 opens nominations across 22 categories
QSR Media Awards 2026 opens nominations across 22 categories
Nominations close on 7 August.
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QSR Media Awards 2026 nominations deadline nears
22 categories will be judged.
Four weeks left to nominate at the QSR Media Awards 2026
Nominations close on 7 August.
Biggest American QSR chains set to join Australian conference lineup
Wendy's and Shake Shack will share their experience with the Australian consumer market.
QSR Media Awards 2026 opens for nominations
Three new categories has also been added to the awards programme.
1 in 3 drive-thru customers are transient visitors
In Australia, the average drive-through restaurant is running almost 30% transient customers.
Gen Z leads food service rebound with $5.8b spend
The 18 to 24 age group now accounts for 11% of all food service traffic.
Australia’s QSR chains turn to late-night business to boost sales
Brands are also refining their menus and tightening supply chains.
QSR sector set for 1% rebound after last year’s projected decline
The sector’s next phase hinges on balancing value and costs.
Dave’s Hot Chicken aims 150 new stores by year-end, eyes $1.6b sales by 2026
The chain also plans to expand into India, Mexico, and across Europe.
Commentary
The customer habits you build in a ‘Goldilocks’ market set the tone for what comes next