Food Industry News: Apr 24 - Australia (5 stories)
Friday, 24 Apr 2026 Daily Food & Beverage Australia
Here is your Daily summary for Food & Beverage across Australia for Fri 24th April 2026
In 2026, Australians will see varied regulations regarding alcohol sales on Anzac Day, with specific rules for each state, affecting pub hours and bottle shop operations. This clarity is crucial for consumers and businesses alike as it shapes holiday planning and sales strategies.
Edible Blooms is set to become the largest floral gifting brand in Australia by merging three sites, offering over 700 products while maintaining distinct brand identities. This move could enhance market presence and streamline operations in a competitive sector.
Nutella has unveiled its first new flavor in 60 years, combining its classic cocoa and hazelnut spread with roasted peanuts. This innovation is significant as it revitalizes the brand and could attract new customers.
Calabria Family Wine Group is consolidating its domestic distribution under the House of Fine Wine banner, aiming to unify its portfolios and teams. This strategic alignment may improve efficiency and market reach in the wine industry. Meanwhile, McCormick has appointed a chief integration officer to oversee its merger with Unilever Foods, signaling a focus on seamless integration in the food sector.
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Nutella announces first new flavour in 60 years
Inside FMCG 17 Apr 2026, 4:22amThe product combines Nutella’s established cocoa and hazelnut spread with roasted peanuts. The post Nutella announces first new flavour in 60 years appeared first on Inside FMCG.
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McCormick appoints chief integration officer for Unilever foods combination
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Edible Blooms merges three sites to create Australia’s largest of its kind
Inside FMCG 23 Apr 2026, 2:59amMore than 700 products will be sold, with each brand retaining its own storefront and identity. The post Edible Blooms merges three sites to create Australia’s largest of its kind appeared first on Inside FMCG.
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Can you buy alcohol on Anzac Day? Here’s what’s allowed in every state in 2026
SmartCompany 23 Apr 2026, 12:58amCan you buy alcohol on Anzac Day 2026? Here’s what’s allowed in every state, including when pubs can open and why some bottle shops must close. The post Can you buy alcohol on Anzac Day? Here’s what’s allowed in every state in 2026 appeared first on SmartCompany.
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Calabria unifies domestic distribution under House of Fine Wine banner
Inside FMCG 23 Apr 2026, 6:50amThe combined platform will unite portfolios and teams across Calabria Family Wine Group, House of Fine Wine and The Wine Company. The post Calabria unifies domestic distribution under House of Fine Wine banner appeared first on Inside FMCG.