Food Business Update: Apr 26 - Australia (5 stories)
Sunday, 26 Apr 2026 Daily Food & Beverage Australia
Here is your Daily summary for Food & Beverage across Australia for Sun 26th April 2026
Ivy Brown has resigned from the board of Chefs’ Warehouse, leaving her seat vacant, which may impact the company's strategic direction. Meanwhile, as Australia prepares for Anzac Day 2026, new regulations on alcohol sales are set to clarify what’s permissible across states, highlighting ongoing discussions about public holiday commerce.
In the retail sector, Angus Harris of Harris Farm Markets is focusing on growth and sustainability, navigating challenges posed by e-commerce giants like Amazon. Additionally, Under Bakery has transformed from a market stall to a popular bakery in Canberra, showcasing the evolving landscape of local food businesses. North Adelaide has also welcomed a new dual flagship store from Shadow Baking and Gelato Messina, further enriching the region's culinary scene.
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Angus Harris on growth, growers and the future of Harris Farm Markets
Inside FMCG 20 Apr 2026, 4:30amInside Harris Farm’s next chapter as co-CEO Angus Harris balances scale, Amazon and a 55-year legacy. The post Angus Harris on growth, growers and the future of Harris Farm Markets appeared first on Inside FMCG.
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Shadow Baking and Gelato Messina open doors to flagship store
Baking Business 22 Apr 2026, 1:15amNorth Adelaide may just be the nation’s new home of sweet treats after Shadow Baking and Gelato Messina opened the doors to their dual flagship store. Located on O’Connell Street, […] The post Shadow Baking and Gelato Messina open doors to flagship store appeared first on Baking Business.
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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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Under Bakery: an evolution in process
Baking Business 24 Apr 2026, 11:00pmUnder Bakery has evolved from a market stall to a hugely popular destination bakery in Canberra in just a handful of years. Baking Business caught up with owner and founder […] The post Under Bakery: an evolution in process appeared first on Baking Business.
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Chefs’ Warehouse director Ivy Brown resigns from board, seat to remain vacant
All News 24 Apr 2026, 11:00pm