Australia’s Blackmores appoints former P&G and Nestlé exec as new CEO
Leading Australian supplements brand Blackmores has appointed former Proctor & Gamble and Nestle executive Alastair Symington as its new chief executive officer.
Stick it to them: Compostable plaster brand PATCH aims to be world-beater
Award-winning compostable plaster brand PATCH has expanded into 32 countries in just 18 months, showing its world-beating potential.
Australia’s certified organic market hits AUD2.6bn
Australia’s market for certified organic products has grown to AUD2.6 billion (USD1.8 billion), with domestic sales up by AUD300 million on the year before to AUD1,677 million.
High-protein regime could reduce life-span, Australian researchers warn
Protein shakes and bars are great for building muscle but regular use could lead to mid-life health problems an even a shortened life-span.
Flu fighter: Australian team show how elderberries combat flu virus
A team of Australian researchers has shown that elderberries can help the fight against influenza, by reducing symptoms and severity of the virus.
Naturally Good captures upbeat mood of Australia’s natural and organic industry
Next month’s Natually Good expo is set to capture the upbeat mood of Australia’s natural and organic industry, which has been receiving a boost from the country’s growing ranks of…
Doing business in valuable Asian markets can start at home, China expert will tell Aussie brand-owners
Reaching the domestic Asian market is an untapped goldmine but taking advantage requires a fresh mindset, according to leading China retail expert David Thomas.
Australian consumers are increasingly alert to ethical beauty issues – these brand-owners know what makes them tick
Australian consumers are increasingly alert to ethical beauty issues. These brand-owners know what makes them tick.
Profits slump at Blackmores as China’s import law change bites
Blackmores, Australia’s leading natural health supplements company, saw profits drop sharply in the first quarter of 2019.
Australian health store operators join forces to create 180-store portfolio
Healthy Life Group is joining forces with Australia’s largest health food store group, Go Vita in a move designed to strengthen the health food channel in Australia’s increasingly competitive retail…