Australia
The new normal for the working lunch
The foodservice industry saw dramatic changes during the pandemic, particularly in the lunchtime dining sector, as working from home became…
City focus: Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne, Australia’s second largest city, is regularly lauded as one of the world’s most liveable places. Among other benefits such…
The consultant’s view: John Thomas FCSI
The state and federal governments in Australia have taken draconian steps to close the industry. No venue can be used…
Global foodservice supports Australia
It can be difficult to comprehend from 10,000 miles away, but the wildfires that have swept across Australia have now…
Cannabis in Australia: a gateway to Asia?
Antipodean pot-smokers, rejoice – recreational cannabis is now legal in Australia’s Capital Territory (ACT). Legalisation for medical purposes has proceeded…
Trend analysis: Australia goes vegan
Previously known worldwide for their love of meat and barbecue, Australians have turned their culinary attentions towards a vegan diet.…
Australian government plans to halve $20bn food waste problem
Food waste is fast becoming a major, global concern and Australia is the latest country to announce significant steps to…
Grape over the grain: the rise of wine consumption in China
Following the death of chairman Mao in 1978, the past four decades have seen a previously isolated China evolve and…
Australian visa changes rewrite rules for foodservice and hospitality
Australia’s 457 visa was introduced in 1996, providing employees with four years’ work and study rights as well as pathways to…
Melitta Professional Coffee Solutions announces foundation of Melitta Professional Coffee Solutions Australia
Melitta Professional Coffee Solutions (MPCS), a leading German manufacturer of professional coffee equipment, has announced the recent foundation of Melitta Professional…