Australia

QSR network growth hits decade high in 2025

Australia’s top 5 QSRs are within 3 km of 82% of Australians.
9 hours ago

Starbucks reopens Melbourne Central with art-forward makeover

The outlet now features a double-wall mural by RMIT artist Ananya Ojha.
2 days ago

Krispy Kreme locks in Pistachio Overload for good

The range was first introduced in February 2025 as a limited-edition tie-up with Pistachio Papi.
3 days ago

Oliver’s swings to $995k profit for H1 FY2026

Same-store sales rose 4.9% over the period.

Are we entering a new era of fast-food chicken war?

Australians consumed one kilogram of chicken per week in 2025.

Domino’s Pizza Enterprise profit inches up after axing discounts

Same-store sales dip following pricing reset in some of its markets.

Schnitz joins the chicken scene with Tom’s Signature Tenders

It is available in original or spicy with signature or ranch sauce.

Red Rooster expands menu with Parmi range

It includes a Parmi Burger, Parmi Rippa, Loaded Chips, and a Kids Cheeseburger.

Global players bet big on Australia’s fast-food outlook

Growth in discretionary spending and menu trends is drawing the brands in.

QSRs take over Aussie dining with value menus and digital orders

Rising costs drive diners toward more affordable meals.

Red Rooster overhauls brand positioning with new ad push

The refresh also updates menus, uniforms, social media, and store design.

Macca’s spices up breakfast with Honey Sriracha lineup

The chain is also extending breakfast service to 11:30 a.m. in restaurants.

Rising costs keep restaurant menus expensive into 2026

Menu inflation is expected to settle near the historical 2%–3% range.

Foodservice traffic inches up as deals and QSR drive growth

Lunch drove gains, reversing three quarters of falling traffic and spending.