Melbourne-based spice brand, Aunty Jenny Spices, has launched into FoodWorks (AURL) stores across Australia, following its expansion into independent grocers including IGA and Ritchies in February.

Sydney-based studio Percept has designed the branding and packaging for Mizzica, a crema liqueur inspired by Sicilian traditions and developed for the Australian market.

Superpop has entered the market with a distinctive new brand identity and packaging system. In what is described as a category first, the brand is piloting GS1 2D barcodes with SmartFacts.

Family-owned Asian cooking brand, Mr Chen’s, has expanded and updated its noodle range, following a revamp of its cooking sauce line-up in March. The brand aims to meet evolving shopper demand for high-protein, convenient and restaurant-quality meal solutions at home.

Philippines based distillery, Destileria Barako, has landed its Ube Cream Liqueur in Dan Murphy’s stores across New South Wales and online nationally, following the signing of a national distribution deal with 7000 Islands Drinks in mid-2024.

Cooee Native Superfoods brand, Bunji, is rolling out its range of dog kibble and treats across 70 Ritchies Supermarkets – lifting total distribution to more than 200 independent supermarkets nationwide within the month.

Brand engagement agency, Asembl, has arranged a new collaboration between Raw C and Streets’ freezer favourite Weis Mango – with the launch of Raw C Mango & Cream Paradise Coconut Yoghurt Inspired by Weis.

Felons Brewing Co. has launched a new brew to mark the 50th anniversary of Queensland’s Paniyiri Greek Festival – Greek Lager.

Queensland vegetable farming company, Kalfresh, has launched a new prepped vegetable product into Drakes Supermarkets across Queensland – with the release of Sweet Corn Ribs.

Family-owned chocolate maker, Haigh’s Chocolates, is ready for Mother’s Day on 10 May, with the release of the company’s 2026 Mother’s Day Range, inspired by Middle Eastern flavours with fruit and floral notes.

Contemporary Australian chocolatier, Koko Black, has released a limited-edition collection for Mother’s Day, featuring exclusive nature-inspired packaging for an elevated gifting experience.

UDL has moved into the growing high-ABV premix segment with the launch of its Double Crush 8% range, extending the heritage brand beyond its traditional mid-strength positioning.

French-inspired ultra-premium vodka brand Voulez Vodka has launched in Australia, combining European styling with local production through a partnership with Anther Distillery.

Vok Beverages has expanded its flavoured whiskey liqueur brand, Real McCoy, with the launch of a Cinnamon Doughnut flavour. The release follows the success of the Salted Caramel and Buttered Popcorn flavours launched last May.

Fourth Wave Wines has launched Ask The Elephant, a sub-brand of its Elephant In The Room label pitched squarely at younger drinkers who find traditional wine culture more off-putting than appealing.

South of France wine producer, Gérard Bertrand, is bringing its fresh new bottle design to Australian shelves, just in time for Mother’s Day. The new Cote des Roses Rosé has decreased weight for more sustainable production, and an embossed rose emblem.