Yowie Group secures three year seasonal confectionery licence
Yowie Group has secured a three year seasonal chocolate and confectionery licence for the Australian brands Violet Crumble, Polly Waffle and FruChocs, commencing 1 July 2026.
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Confectionary manufacturers explore cocoa free chocolate
Industry award for Haigh’s Chocolates owner Alister Haigh
Chocolate prices expected to ease
A new international research report from Rabobank suggests cocoa futures prices may start to ease after reaching record highs.
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Optimal operation for chocolate storage tanks
The VEGABAR pressure transmitters installed in Barry Callebaut’s Belgian chocolate factory ensure that operations run smoothly for its chocolate storage tanks.
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Whittaker’s launch Dark Ghana in Australia
World class chocolate makers, Whittaker’s Chocolate have launched their latest product, Dark Ghana, into Coles and Woolworths, answering the calls of Australian dark chocolate fans.
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Ferrero celebrates sustainability achievements for World Chocolate Day
Ahead of World Chocolate Day on 7 July, Ferrero is celebrating several critical achievements in sustainability, including significant reforestation efforts across West Africa where much of the cocoa that Australians enjoy in Ferrero products is grown.
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Blending craft and automation to make beautiful chocolate – a Beyond 150 Competition experience
Australia has a rich history in the art of chocolate making, and Siemens works closely with industry to integrate modern automation systems for a range of applications. Many of these family-owned businesses have been in operation for over a century, developing their craft and growing with the introduction of newer, more efficient production frameworks.
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KitKat Chunky with Lotus Biscoff released in Australia
KitKat has teamed up with Lotus Biscoff to create a chocolate and biscuit treat that Australian fans have been waiting for – KitKat Chunky with Lotus Biscoff.
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Regional chocolaterie launches exclusive easter range at Coles Local
Coles Local stores across Victoria will offer an exclusive range of chocolate easter eggs from farmed region supplier, The Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie.
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Barry Callebaut expands their Australian chocolate manufacturing factory
The Barry Callebaut Group, a manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, celebrated the opening of its factory expansion in Campbellfield, located on the outskirts of Melbourne.
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Lindt CLASSIC Vegan Chocolate Blocks now available in Australia
Lindt’s master chocolatiers have created an innovative new range – the first Lindt Vegan range, including Lindt CLASSIC Vegan Smooth and Lindt CLASSIC Vegan Hazelnut.
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Nestlé launches range of Easter eggs with 50 per cent less packaging
New research from Nestlé has revealed that despite 90 per cent of Australians noticing the amount of food packaging and 54 per cent looking for less packaging this Easter, only 5 per cent consider the amount of packaging waste as an important factor when purchasing Easter eggs.
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Woodstock Wine matches with Haigh’s Chocolates
Woodstock Wine Estate has partnered with Haigh’s Chocolates to launch Sticky Fingers at Woodstock – a new matched fortified wine and chocolate tasting experience for those wishing to satisfy their sweet tooth at the McLaren Vale winery.
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Divine Chocolate aims to end exploitation with every bar
Divine Chocolate, a Fairtrade, B-Corp certified chocolate company co-owned by farmers, has debuted refreshed branding that features new packaging and a powerful call to action for chocolate lovers worldwide – to help end exploitation in the cocoa industry.
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Ferrero’s sustainability programme scaling up
Confectionary brand Ferrero has announced the achievement of their 2020 goal which sees the company sourcing 100 per cent of their cocoa sustainably. This was achieved through utilisation of certification bodies and independently managed standards such as Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance (UTZ).
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Nutritional chocolate: Woolworths now stocking Organic Mylk Chocolate nationwide
Organic Mylk Chocolate, created by Murray River Organics (MRO) is becoming available nation-wide at Woolworths.
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Mintel research shows that chocolate brand can leverage texture to dial up the indulgent experience
By Daisy Li, Associate Director, Food and Drink, Mintel
Texture is the new innovation frontier in the food and drink industry. Besides spicing up the taste experience by adding various food textures, it is also perceived to link with mood enhancement. More than half of Chinese consumers would like to try a new chocolate featuring rich texture. It is a good opportunity for chocolate brands to incorporate various textures to dial up the indulgent experience with chocolate.
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Asia Pacific Chocolate Market To Reach $38 billion
The global Asia Pacific Chocolate Market is projected to reach around $38 billion by the end of 2027, in terms of revenue, growing at CAGR of 5 per cent during the forecast period of 2019 to 2027, as highlighted in a report published by Coherent Market Insights.
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Chocolate consumption falls during COVID-19
With COVID-19 restrictions around the world limiting impulse purchasing and decreasing consumer confidence, global chocolate consumption has fallen significantly over recent months, according to a new
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