Countdown supports Red Shield Appeal
Countdown stores all over New Zealand are once again getting behind The Salvation Army’s annual Red Shield Appeal to help Kiwi families in need.
FMCG sector an attractive work option
The fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector has been named the second most attractive industry to work in, in Australia, at the annual Randstad’s Awards, which were held in Sydney recently.
Sainsbury’s new strategy
Sainsbury’s is planning to convert shop space equivalent to almost 40 supermarkets from selling food into non-food as it tries to fight back against a fall in grocery sales.
Heart-warming Pinot Noir
Sacred Hill HALO Marlborough Pinot Noir 2014 is a wine for anybody looking for a rich, seductive example of New Zealand’s favourite red varietal.
New wine fits the bill
A new, affordable wine range launched in New Zealand recently. It was introduced via a quirky PR and social media campaign as follows.
Federal Merchants & Co to showcase Ngatarawa’s premium brands
Ngatarawa Wines has appointed Federal Merchants & Co to be the New Zealand distributor of its premium and prestige brands Ngatarawa Alwyn, Proprietors Reserve and Glazebrook.
Steve Donohue is Countdown’s new MD
Progressive Enterprises has announced that Steve Donohue has been appointed Managing Director, based in Auckland. Donohue will lead more than 18,000 Countdown staff across 174 supermarkets throughout New Zealand.
New World wins gold at inaugural Quality Service Awards
Foodstuffs’ has triumphed at the Reader’s Digest inaugural Quality Service Awards winning gold for New World and silver for PAK’nSAVE in the Supermarket category.
SIAL CHINA 2015 – Asia’s Mega Food & Beverage Expo
With its generous range of products, professional visitors will delight in the diverse business experience that SIAL CHINA offers in early May.
New appointments at Fonterra
Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited has announced changes to the roles and responsibilities of two members of the Fonterra Management Team.
Bluebird switches to healthier oils
New Zealand snacks company Bluebird Foods has announced a switch to healthier oils, including sunflower and canola, across its Thinly Cut Chips and Delisio ranges.
Design work for Foodstuffs acknowledged at global awards
Auckland’s brand and packaging design agency Brother Design have demonstrated their world-class talent by scooping gold, silver and bronze awards at the Vertex Awards.