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Retail World has a rich heritage as the trusted source of information for the Australian grocery ind

Retail World has a rich heritage as the trusted source of information for the Australian grocery industry. The leading Australian trade magazine was established in 1947 and remains at the forefront of news serving the grocery channel and FMCG trade. Celebrating a milestone of 70 years, the monthly magazine is now bigger and better than ever, delivering the latest in industry news, market trends, s

tatistics and analysis, making it one of the most comprehensive and relevant resources available to the retail trade. Retail World is committed to the development of the retail industry. Our mission is to provide trusted, informative and timely coverage of the opportunities, developments and issues affecting supermarket owners, managers, staff and suppliers.

15/07/2026

RETAIL WORLD JULY ISSUE OUT NOW!

Supermarkets to be monitored for ‘excessive pricing’

The ACCC will begin monitoring supermarket pricing from 1 July when the new ‘excessive pricing prohibition’ comes into force. The prohibition applies to retailers that have an annual revenue of more than $30 billion, which currently captures only Coles and Woolworths. New guidelines outline how the ACCC will monitor compliance with the prohibition and how it will assess whether Coles or Woolworths have engaged in excessive pricing. The ACCC will monitor supermarket pricing information and consider all relevant circumstances, including the cost to supply the product to consumers and what is a reasonable margin for the supermarket, to determine if a grocery product was excessively priced.

Williamson’s Foodworks Gisborne in regional Victoria, owned by the Williamson family since 1976, is marking this month’s milestone of reaching its half-century in business with a raft of promotions and activities for its customers and the community.

The Australian retail and FMCG industry came together last month to celebrate the next generation of leaders at the prestigious Joe Berry Award Gala, marking a significant milestone in the program’s 40-year history.

Leaders present updates on their performance, new initiatives, and how they’re adapting to market challenges in the Half-Year State of the Grocery Industry Report.

The $141.4 billion Australian grocery industry grew dollar sales by three per cent in the 52 weeks to 17 May. While this amounts to more than $4 billion in incremental sales, it marks the third successive year in which annual growth has softened compared with the previous 52 weeks. Circana observes another year of grocery market slowdown.

Read more in Retail World July issue.
https://emagazines.retailmedia.com.au/rw-july-2026

17/06/2026

RETAIL WORLD JUNE ISSUE OUT NOW!

What’s driving the $145.2B supermarkets and grocery stores market

New Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data cited by the Australian Retail Council shows supply chain disruption, fuel costs and wider operating pressures continue to place significant strain on the retail sector.
The latest ABS Business Conditions and Sentiments survey, conducted from 4 to 15 May, found 74 per cent of surveyed retail businesses were negatively affected by fuel prices or availability, while 58 per cent reported higher operating expenses and 45 per cent recorded lower revenue over the previous four weeks.

Last month, the Direct2Store Expo welcomed more than 650 visitors from across Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia to the ICC Sydney. With more than 100 suppliers, brands, and tech services on show, the Expo offered independent businesses direct access to new products, innovative solutions, and strategic partnerships designed for the independent market.

In an exclusive interview with Retail World, Australian Food & Grocery Council CEO Colm Maguire addresses the role of the industry association, the food and grocery manufacturing landscape, and what we can expect in the rest of 2026.

Large supermarket chains use their scale and market power to pad profit despite tight household budgets and regulatory pressure, according to IBISWorld’s Supermarkets and Grocery Stores in Australia report by Jayson Cooke, revealing that the supermarkets and grocery stores market in Australia is valued at $145.2 billion. The report looks at what’s driving current industry performance and the industry outlook.

A growing appreciation for Mediterranean cooking means consumers are increasingly looking for quality ingredients and authentic flavours. Mediterranean flavours becoming more familiar has increased opportunities for restaurants, food brands and retailers to be creative.

As economic pressure, global disruption, and changing consumer expectations continue to reshape the market, distributors are investing heavily in smarter logistics, automation, and technology-driven solutions.

In this issue, we focus Chiller, Modern Mediterranean, and Distribution. We also look at fresh, international, home cooking, health & wellness, sustainability, innovation, and equipment.

Read more in Retail World June issue.
https://emagazines.retailmedia.com.au/rw-june-2026/full-view.html

13/05/2026

RETAIL WORLD MAY ISSUE OUT NOW!

Retail braces for tougher trading as RBA lifts rates to 4.35%

Australian retailers warn conditions are set to tighten after the Reserve Bank of Australia lifted the cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.35 per cent, its third consecutive increase. The move clouds the consumer outlook as households contend with higher borrowing costs alongside rising fuel and other living expenses.

South Australia has built a strong international reputation for safe, traceable, and genuinely premium food. Tori Dixon-Whittle, CEO of Food South Australia, spoke to Retail World in an exclusive interview about the organisation’s role in leading transformation of the state’s food and beverage manufacturing sector, challenges in the market, and trends and opportunities, and provides an outlook for the year.

Neurodivergent shoppers are not opting out of physical retail by preference. New research from Inclusive Change and Nature shows the scale of the sensory gap – and what retailers can do about it.

The point of sale is no longer the end of the journey – it’s where the most valuable retail decisions are made. As POS systems evolve into connected, data-driven platforms, they’re reshaping how retailers compete, engage and grow.

Loyalty is moving from a program to a capability. Retailers that can unify customer data and respond in real time are building relationships that points programs never could. Amperity explores loyalty programs in retail.

Amazon’s move into grocery is a landmark moment for the local sector. From national supermarkets to artisan or specialty retailers, the brands that respond by fixing fulfilment, prioritising their data foundations, and unlocking inventory closer to customers won’t just survive the Amazon era – they’ll grow through it. Shippit underscores the forces shaping online food and grocery retail in 2026, and the opportunities.

In this issue, we focus on better for you, smallgoods, and point of sale.

Read more in Retail World May issue.
https://emagazines.retailmedia.com.au/rw-may-2026

15/04/2026

RETAIL WORLD APRIL ISSUE OUT NOW!

A spotlight on fuel excise, business support, and consumer confidence

Theatre and interactivity at point of purchase claim supremacy as Shop! ANZ crowned the top retail marketing campaigns of the last 12 months, with Raydar’s Cadbury Try Time emerging as the prestigious Tom Harrris Retail Marketing Best in Show winner.

Asian fresh produce retailer Tetra Grocer recently opened at Sunnybank Market Square in Brisbane. Tetra Grocer is the result of a collaboration between Tony Nguyen, a long-time entrepreneur in the Australian produce industry, and Borhan Ghofrani, founder of the creative consultancy House of Borhan.

In-store engagement and rising delivery app adoption point to untapped growth prospects in Australian liquor retail. Fonto highlights liquor trends and growth opportunities for the sector.

Estimated to be worth US$4.1 billion in 2025, according to IMARC Group, Australia’s confectionery market is “seeing steady expansion due to high consumer demand, extensive availability of products, effective distribution, and rising exposure throughout retail channels”.

In Australia’s grocery FMCG landscape, food packaging is under growing pressure: increasingly, success depends on how effectively it can bridge the gap between creative ambition and production reality, while still meeting the commercial demands of retail.

In this issue, we focus on Asian food & imports, confectionery, and food packaging.

Read more in Retail World April issue.
https://emagazines.retailmedia.com.au/rw-april-2026/full-view.html

18/03/2026

RETAIL WORLD MARCH ISSUE OUT NOW!

‘Let’s talk shop’, reforms and priorities for government, and advocacy with Australian Retail Council

New figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) show household spending on retail increased five per cent year-on-year in January 2026, with Australians spending $38.63 billion, up from $36.79 billion in January 2025. The result suggests consumer spending remains resilient following the peak retail trading period, with households continuing to spend cautiously amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures.

The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) has released Towards 2030: A food and grocery snapshot, an assessment of the food and grocery manufacturing sector following the Sustaining Australia: Food and Grocery Manufacturing 2030 report released in 2020.

The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson is urging the federal government to deliver practical, targeted measures in the 2026-27 Budget to reduce costs, restore confidence and remove barriers that are holding back Australia’s small and family businesses.

Australia’s retail sector has entered a new era with the formal launch of the Australian Retail Council (ARC), a single, unified voice representing the interests of retailers of all sizes across the country. CEO Chris Rodwell spoke to Retail World in an exclusive interview on reforms and priorities for the government, ARC’s advocacy agenda and initiatives, and the outlook for the retail sector.

Point of purchase will continue to be a key lever for driving growth, profitability, and long-term shopper loyalty. Those that balance creativity with compliance and innovation with measurable return will be best positioned to win on the shelf.

In this issue, we focus on snacks, beverages, and point of purchase. We also look at fresh, international, home cooking, health & wellness, sustainability, innovation, and equipment.

Read more in Retail World March issue.
https://emagazines.retailmedia.com.au/rw-march-2026/full-view.html

18/02/2026

RETAIL WORLD FEBRUARY ISSUE AVAILABLE NOW!

Retail industry calls on the Government to take bold action to support Australia’s food and grocery manufacturing sector

The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) has lodged its 2026–27 Pre-Budget Submission, calling on the Government to take bold action to support Australia’s food and grocery manufacturing sector and unlock jobs, productivity, and regional growth. The submission sets out clear priorities for the 2026–27 Budget, including measures to boost investment and productivity while driving innovation.

Kerry has released its 2026 Taste Charts, offering the food and beverage industry science-backed insight into the now, new and next flavour trends shaping consumer tastes globally.

Waste management ESG has become a critical consideration for Australian grocery retailers and manufacturers. As consumer expectations evolve, those who can’t keep up with ESG trends, face being left behind.

The Privacy Commissioner’s decision against Kmart’s use of facial recognition technology (FRT) has provided valuable insight as to how retailers should handle biometric data and customer consent, says Holding Redlich.

According to Middlebank Consulting Group, in 2026, supply chains that blend AI, automation, adaptable teams, and strong partnerships are most likely to succeed. Middlebank underscores eight key technology trends for supply chains in 2026.

In this issue, we focus on convenience, frozen food, ice confection, and waste management. We also look at fresh, international, home cooking, health & wellness, sustainability, innovation, and equipment.

Read more in Retail World February issue.
https://emagazines.retailmedia.com.au/rw-february-2026/full-view.html

12/12/2025

RETAIL WORLD DECEMBER ISSUE OUT NOW

State of the industry 2025

In this issue, Retail World’s State of the Industry December 2025 edition, Australia’s supermarket retailers and wholesalers reflect on the past year, the changing landscape and challenges in the market, and give a forecast for 2026. Coles and Woolworths are focused on delivering great value and better experiences for their customers, while Metcash is focused on growing fresh participation and improving grocery range and pricing. Our contributors also share their perspectives on the year ahead.

Insights from Circana’s latest State of the Industry analysis reveal a marketplace defined by patchy performance, intense competitive pressure, and rapid transformation driven by technology, consumer behaviour, and shifting definitions of value.

Despite ongoing cost-of-living pressures, consumers are still spending – but doing so more deliberately, using digital tools to enhance discovery while seeking the reassurance that only in-person experiences can provide. Accenture highlights how retailers can reimagine the customer journey.

Among the trends revealed in Euromonitor International’s Global Consumer Trends 2026 report, price hikes from inflation and technological innovations have had a significant impact on the grocery and FMCG sector. Euromonitor underscores how wellness, value and Asian innovations are transforming consumer purchases.

To navigate this ever-changing environment, Australian retailers will need to transform their businesses in three key areas; AI, intelligent supply chains, and sustainability, to remain competitive in 2026 and beyond, according to Grant Thornton.

2025 was a year of recalibration in retail. After two years defined by rapid digital acceleration, experimentation, and hype cycles, retailers redirected their focus toward initiatives that delivered measurable results. Tribe Gen AI underscores the fifth industrial revolution and a shift in the competitive landscape.

Read more in Retail World December issue.
https://emagazines.retailmedia.com.au/rw-december-2025

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