Latest news with #LiamKidston
Perth Now
13-05-2025
- Business
- Perth Now
Battle of supermarket giants heats up
Coles has followed in the footsteps of rival supermarket Woolworths by slashing prices on hundreds of popular grocery items in a bid to ease cost-of-living pressures for Australian families. Just two days after Woolworths revealed it would reduce the cost of almost 400 essential products, with average savings claimed at 10 per cent, Coles announced it had lowered the prices of more than 680 items across its stores and online, claiming average savings of 21 per cent. Coles announced on Monday it had lowered the prices of more than 680 items across its stores and online. NewsWire/ Liam Kidston Credit: News Corp Australia 'We know customers are on the lookout for great value all year round, and we remain focused on delivering that through thousands of weekly specials, including half-priced items as well as 'down down' products across popular brands and exclusive Coles Own Brand products,' a Coles spokesperson said. 'We are continuing to invest in value and will have further savings to announce for the Winter months. The company said from Wednesday, customers will be able to save on more than 680 'down down' products in-store and online, with average savings of 21 per cent. It also has more than 1000 products available at half price, including many weekly staples. 'Our promotions reflect seasonal availability to reward customers with savings on their favourite products, including meat and seafood, pantry, bakery, frozen, health and home care,' the spokesperson said. Coles price dropsFlybuys members can also access personalised offers, discounts, bonus points, and even free items through the Coles app, while shoppers can save up to 20 per cent on fresh produce through the supermarket's 'I'm perfect' range, which features cosmetically imperfect fruit and vegetables that still meet taste and nutrition standards. Coles' liquor arm, Liquorland, is also matching lower prices from competitors on identical items in the same state, with terms and conditions applying. The announcement comes in direct response to Woolworths' cost-saving campaign, set to begin Wednesday, which includes permanent lower shelf prices on family favourites like chicken schnitzels, Greek yoghurt, frozen berries, and 2L Coca-Cola bottles. The announcement comes in response to Woolworths' cost-saving campaign, which also begins Wednesday. NewsWire / Monique Harmer Credit: News Corp Australia Woolworths CEO Amanda Bardwell said shoppers can expect an average 10 per cent drop in prices across the 400 discounted products, potentially saving a family spending $150 each week around $15. 'Individually, each lower shelf price might not seem like a dramatic difference, but they will add up to real savings,' Ms Bardwell said. 'This isn't just a short-term promotion, it's a long-term commitment to delivering genuine, dependable value for our customers. Ms Bardwell said the initiative would provide 'meaningful relief' at the checkout and indicated the company planned to expand the program, with the current savings in place until at least 2026. The twin announcements come as the retail giants face increasing public and political scrutiny over grocery pricing, with many Australians struggling to manage rising household costs.
Courier-Mail
04-05-2025
- Business
- Courier-Mail
What's open in Brisbane on Labour Day
Don't miss out on the headlines from QLD News. Followed categories will be added to My News. Observed on the first Monday of May in Queensland, Labour Day is a day to reflect on the labour movement, the achievements of workers, as well as recognise their fight for better working conditions. In 2025, the Labor Day public holiday will be held in Queensland on Monday May 5. A previous Brisbane Labour Day March. Picture: Liam Kidston In recognition of the labour movement, hundreds of workers will take to the streets of Brisbane, while other workers will make the most of an extended weekend and enjoy a day off work. The public holiday will have an impact on businesses across the state. Find out what will be open this Labour Day in Brisbane below. Supermarkets Coles Coles stores will be closed across Queensland on Labour Day. Woolworths Woolworths stores will be closed across Queensland on Labour Day, except for Woolworths Skygate at Brisbane Airport, which is open 24 hours a day. Aldi Aldi stores will be closed across Queensland on Labour Day. IGA Trading hours for IGA stores across Queensland will vary on Labour Day, with shoppers encouraged to check the opening hours for their local stores. Shopping Centres Major shopping centres across Queensland will be closed on Labour Day, with the exception of DFO Brisbane. Westfield shopping centres in Queensland, including Carindale, Chermside, Coomera, Helensvale, Mt Gravatt, and North Lakes, will all be closed. Some retailers within Westfield shopping centres may have different trading hours on the day. If you're planning to visit a specific store, contact them to confirm their hours ahead of your visit. Shopping centres such as the Aspley Hypermarket, Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, Loganholme Hyperdome, MacArthur Central (Brisbane City), QueensPlaza (Brisbane City), Strathpine Centre, Sunnybank Plaza, Uptown (formerly The Myer Centre - Brisbane City) will also be closed. Major retail outlets like Bunnings and Kmart will also be shut. DFO Brisbane will be open as usual from 10am to 6pm. Cinemas While most major shopping centres will be closed on Labour Day, some cinemas within those will remain open. Major cinema franchises such as Events Cinema and Hoyts Cinemas will remain open on Labour Day. Cinema chains such as Cineplex, Palace, Dendy, and Reading cinemas will also screen movies on the day. Bottle stores Alcohol and liquor stores are expected to remain open over the long weekend, except those inside closed shopping centres, but customers are encouraged to check with their local stores before heading out. Public Transport Most public transport services will run to different timetables for the Labour Day public holiday. According to TransLink, most services will run to a Sunday/public holiday timetable. The Maroon and Blue CityGliders will run a reduced timetable, with no late night services. Bus routes 261, 262, 299, and the Nightlink service will not run. Route 529 will run a Saturday timetable. Train and ferry services will run to a Sunday/public holiday timetable, while tram services will run to a weekday timetable. Post Offices Australia Post retail stores will be closed across Queensland on Labour Day. There will be no local deliveries, including Express Post, on the day. Public Services Most public services across Queensland will be closed on Labour Day. Public services such as government customer service centres will be closed. For Services Australia, all Brisbane offices and call centres will close on the public holiday. Services Australia reporting and pay dates may change, with customers advised that payments, such as Centrelink payments, will occur earlier than expected rather than being delayed. Theme Parks Major theme parks across Queensland will remain open on Labour Day. Theme parks on the Gold Coast including Wet 'n' Wild, Dreamworld, Sea World and Movie World will open on the public holiday. Australia Zoo and SeaLife Sunshine Coast will be open.
