YOU WONT BELIEVE: 10 - What They Never Told You

Grocery giants 'throw shoppers a bone' for Christmas

One supermarket chain remains the cheapest option for a general basket, but those looking for a deal on a holiday banquet should try the two big retailers.

AAP · Dec 9, 2024

"The sound of a band that knew its influences and leaned into them unapologetically": Detective's debut album paints them as the original Greta Van Fleet

Michael Des Barres leads Detective through an album that sounds a little like their Led Zeppelin paymasters

Louder · Dec 9, 2024

Woolies rushes to deck the shelves with Christmas stock

Woolworths is counting the cost of a 17-day strike that took millions of dollars from their bottom line and left shelves empty in the lead-up to Christmas.

AAP · Dec 8, 2024

Woolies wins battle in warehouse worker stoush

Supermarket giant Woolworths will start restocking shelves after the workplace umpire backed its fight against workers blocking crucial distribution centres.

AAP · Dec 5, 2024

Dan Murphy’s stock shortages hit NSW and Victoria as Woolworths industrial action continues

More than 1,500 warehouse staff have walked off the job seeking better pay and conditions, including at least $38 an hour

The Guardian - AU · Dec 5, 2024

Popular Christmas desserts cost more for less at Woolworths and Aldi, Choice finds

Lindt and supermarket home brands criticised by consumer group for ‘shrinkflation’ on items including chocolates, cakes, and tarts

The Guardian - AU · Dec 4, 2024

The dispute causing empty shelves at Woolies is a test case for companies using AI and automation on workers

Behind the empty shelves in Woolworths supermarkets across Victoria and New South Wales is a fraught battle between workers and employers that could affect the future of workplaces everywhere.

The Conversation · Dec 4, 2024

‘Anonymous’ voting software used by some of Australia’s biggest companies is flawed, new investigation reveals

Secret ballots have long been fundamental to democracy, ensuring the integrity of elections in both government and corporate settings. Traditionally, votes are cast on physical paper, creating a clear separation between the voter’s identity and their choice. This anonymity protects individuals from vote-buying, intimidation or retaliation.

The Conversation · Dec 3, 2024

Christmas ham taste test: cheaper meats beat ‘Frankfurt-smelling’ premium option in Choice ranking

Consumer advocacy group sampled 10 hams from major Australian supermarkets, with the worst ham also the most expensive

The Guardian - AU · Dec 3, 2024

Afternoon Update: Woolworths loses $50m amid strikes; the best state for business; and why young Australians’ dreams are at risk

Some supermarkets have empty shelves reminiscent of Covid lockdowns amid a strike by distribution centre workers

The Guardian - AU · Dec 3, 2024