Western Australian independent foodservice distributor, New West Foods, has acquired Perth-based producer and distributor of European-style foods and beverages, European Foods.

Health and wellness company, Nuchev Limited, has appointed Matthew Parker as chief financial officer (CFO) on a permanent basis, following his commencement as interim CFO in January.

The latest rounds of funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has included up to $25.3 million for NewVolt to build a shared fast‑charging network for electric trucks in Victoria, and up to $1.77 million for 4 Pines Brewing Co to support the electrification of its Brookvale brewhouse.

The Queensland government has launched its $30 million Sowing the Seeds of Farming Innovation Fund (SSFIF), designed to accelerate agricultural innovation, adoption and productivity across the state’s primary industries.

The Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology (ASVO) has appointed Emily White as the organisation’s new executive director, following an extended search for the ideal candidate. She will take over the role from Chris Waters after a two month collaborative transition period.

GS1 Australia has welcomed a collaboration between the world’s largest scanning solution providers, Datalogic, Honeywell, Newland AIDC and Zebra Technologies, which will support the global transition to retail 2D barcodes on product packaging.

Pure Foods Tasmania has reversed $4.5 million in deferred tax assets following a review by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), with the writedown representing 31 per cent of the company’s total assets.

Calabria Family Wine Group has confirmed House of Fine Wine as its single domestic trading and distribution platform, following the group’s February acquisition of House of Fine Wine and The Wine Company.

The federal government has responded to recommendations made for the National Organic Standard Bill 2024, over a year after the Rural and Regional Affairs and Transport Legislation Committee released its inquiry report.

After more than two years in the making, Treasury Wine Estates has launched a $15 million low- and no-alcohol wine production facility in the Barossa Valley. Kim Berry toured the site in late 2025 and reports on its progress.

The Australian Industry Group – Confectionery Sector’s annual conference is marking its 30th anniversary at its 2026 event on 2 June, at the MCG in Melbourne.

Perth-based food technology company, Whole., has launched a Pre-Series A investor round, aiming to commercialise its proprietary WINX (Whole Ingredient Nutrient Extraction) platform, which transforms plant ingredients into functional food formats.

The Queensland government has released a targeted plan to strengthen the state’s economic ties with the Pacific region. Delivery of the Queensland-Pacific Trade and Investment Strategy 2026-2028 will be led by Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ).

Container refunds collected through Queensland’s Containers for Change have contributed to 200,000 meals for people facing food insecurity, according to OzHarvest.

The Australian Distillers Association (ADA) and Spirits Victoria Association (SVA) have appointed Marianne Duluk as the new Victorian spirits industry development officer and SVA executive officer, commencing 4 May.

Treasury Wine Estates is restructuring into four regional divisions and reshuffling its executive team as Penfolds depletions surge in China and the US business returns to growth.