Everything happening across NAFDA Foodservice.
Product launches, member promotions, and industry updates — kept current as things happen across Australia and New Zealand.
Meet the Fry That Works as Hard as your Summer Service
Lamb Weston® Stealth® Fries Summer service is fast, hot and unforgiving — and your fries need to keep up.[…]
Stock Up on Lamb Weston Fries for Your Seasonal Menu
As the seasons change, so do your customers’ cravings. From warm comfort foods in winter to lighter, craveable options[…]
Earn Best of the Best Triple Points on Oli & Vine in November!
From the 1st – 30th of November 2025, earn Triple Points when you purchase the Best of the Best[…]
Oli & Vine: The range chefs reach for
Oli & Vine: The benchmark in quality, the partner in your passion. Unleash your flavour with confidence, and reclaim[…]
Wings Made to Wow: Discover the Ultimate Frenchmaid Sauces for Chicken Wings
Crafted by Groenz — Exclusively for Foodservice Professionals When only the best will do, Frenchmaid’s expertly crafted sauce range[…]
Bega Foodservice: Supporting Australian Businesses with Trusted Iconic Brands
Bega Foodservice: Supporting Australian Businesses with Trusted Iconic Brands Bega Foodservice is the proud custodian of some of Australia’s[…]
The Tip Top Premium Burger Range
Tip Top Foodservice knows that the right bun can make all the difference in crafting the perfect burger. That’s[…]
Earn Double Points with Primo in May!
There’s good, there’s great, and then there’s PRIMO. Elevate your brunch and your menu — from loaded bacon avo[…]
Bega Foodservice: Supporting Australian Businesses with Trusted Iconic Brands
Bega Foodservice is the proud custodian of some of Australia’s most iconic brands and products, which fill the fridges[…]
Double the Points, Double the Flavour!
Double the Points, Double the Flavour! Stock up with the ultimate snack-time favourites with Inghams and enjoy double[…]
Double Your Points with I&J Seafood!
Attention Pubs, Clubs, Takeaways, Cafes and Aged Care Providers! Unlock incredible savings in the ‘Best of the Best Rewards[…]
Get Holiday-Ready with Butler’s Chef’s Choice Burger Patties!
Holidays are coming! Do you have your menu sorted? Butler’s Chef’s ChoiceBurger Patties would be a perfect choice for[…]
Love Struck’s Flavorful Variety Set to Make a Big Impression This Summer
Summer is coming and cold beverages will be a hit! With Love Struck’s various flavours offered, guaranteed you’ll be[…]
Earn Double Points on the new benchmark in Mayonnaise: Oli & Vine
We have the perfect spread to complement and enhance the flavours of different dishes Here’s why you should get[…]
At Flora Food Group we strive to put delicious, nutritious food at the centre of professional kitchens
Our innovative products inspire chefs and cooks to create tasty dishes that are good for both people and the[…]
Discover Lipton’s New Premium Tea Range for the Foodservice Industry
Lipton Teas and Infusions are excited to launch their new European premium tea range into the Australian market, Lipton[…]
Earn Triple Points on Knorr and Hellmann’s Products Throughout October!
Earn Triple Points throughout October on the following select Knorr and Hellmann’s products!Whether you’re stocking up for the festive season[…]
At Devondale, we’re all about simple, honest dairy, that begins with nature’s best
That’s why our products start with fresh Australian milk from happy, healthy, free grazing cows, to bring you what[…]
WIN BIG! Primo’s Footy Finals Game Plan
As footy season kicks into high gear, it’s time to draft your game day menu with the precision of[…]
Sweeten the deal and double your points today with Priestley’s Gourmet Delights!
Cash in on our delightfully decadent cakes today and double your points! Purchase a Café Supreme Carrot Cake, Lemon[…]
Enjoy Best of the Best Double Points on Chef’s Choice Burgers this September
Butlers presents Chef’s Choice 100g and 120g burger, premium grass-fed beef combined with delicate herbs and spices to create[…]
The classic, beloved all-American condiment which adds a tangy burst of signature flavour that keeps diners coming back for more.
Get ready to elevate your condiment game—French’s has just taken their classic yellow mustard to a whole new level![…]
Dairy Farmers proven performers in shredded cheese ensure you’ll have the right cheese for the job
In these times of rising costs and staff and skills shortages, it’s never been more important to stock up[…]
Win A Harley-Davidson Motorbike + $18k in weekly prizes!
Are you ready to rev up your pantry with Knorr and Hellmann’s? Get a chance to ride in style[…]
Earn Double Points on Australia’s best relish range!
We’ve used our original award-winning Tomato Relish as a base to bring you incredible range of flavour variations for[…]
Earn Double Points on Pampas, Australia’s leading pastry brand
Proudly crafted in Australia, our sheets and bases offer a versatile solution for creating a delightful array of both[…]
Indulge this August and earn Double Points on Bakers Maison Flaky Butter Croissants
Indulge in the delicate layers of perfection with the Flaky Butter Croissants at Bakers Maison Indulge in the finest[…]
Earn Double Points on the new benchmark in aioli: Oli & Vine
Perfectly complement and enhance the flavours of your dish with our new deliciously, creamy Aioli. ✅ Vegetarian, Gluten &[…]
Honouring Tom Colless: A Pillar of NAFDA Foodservice and the Foodservice Industry
The foodservice community mourns the loss of one of its most cherished pioneers, Tom Colless, whose remarkable life and[…]
Double Points with Primo Perfect Pork Belly!
Precooked to perfection, Primo Pork Belly saves precious kitchen time, while infusing premium flavors for maximum succulence. Satisfy every[…]
Get Double the Points for Double the Sizzle in June with Love BUDS
👨🍳 Calling all Chefs and venue managers! 📢 Step into the flavourful world of BUDS, where the best of[…]
Double up on deliciousness with Steggles Goujons this May
From humble beginnings to becoming one of Australia’s favourite chicken, Steggles has been bringing Australian families together at the[…]
How the evolution of menus can drive profit
In the post Covid era, we know that chef’s and venue managers are searching for ways to keep people[…]
Double your points on MasterFoods Professional seasonings & sauces!
Ready to kick your kitchen game up a notch? Double your points with our sizzling MasterFoods Professional seasonings &[…]
Get them while they’re hot! Earn double points with McCain Straight Cut Fries
Get them while they’re hot! Make a purchase of McCain Straight Cut 10mm and 13mm Fries in April and[…]
Earn double points on Oli & Vine in March!
Oli & Vine sets the stage with a range of products crafted to perfectly compliment and enhance the flavours[…]
Begin the best way: Double points this March with Primo
Begin the best way with Primo! Earn Double Points this March when you purchase Primo Rindless Shortcut Bacon from[…]
Purchase & scan Bulla Thickened Cream 5l for a chance to win $10,000
To help your kitchen perform at its best, Bulla are giving you the chance to win $1000 every week[…]
Get double the points on the BUDS range, all March
Welcome to the world of Love BUDS, where meaty flavours meet plant-based goodness. 🌱🍔 If you’re a meat lover,[…]
Independent Food Distributors Australia (IFDA) update: October 2023
Proposed Industrial Relations Legislation Small and medium-sized businesses are experiencing rising wage pressures and higher input costs. In short,[…]
Top 3 reasons why you should support local foodservice distributors
Foodservice distributors play a critical role in providing food to the community. 8 billion meals are served in the[…]
Cost of Living crisis: New West Foods warns of ‘perfect storm’ with food, pub prices set to rise
New West Foods Managing Director, Damon Venoutsos, warns consumers to expect further price increases at their favourite eateries, as[…]
NAFDA Foodservice Members Conference and SoTY MoTY Awards Gala July 2022
Members Conference NAFDA Foodservice held its Members Conference in Melbourne from 27–29 July 2022. The conference plenary session was[…]
Rory’s Group Australia joins NAFDA Foodservice
NAFDA Foodservice is pleased to announce and welcome Rory’s Group Australia as our latest Member, effective Monday 04 July[…]
Seafoods Plus rebranded to Gippsland Food Services
On 1 July 2022, NAFDA Foodservice Member, Seafoods Plus has rebranded to Gippsland Food Services. This is an exciting[…]
Food industry alliance meets with ACCC to secure level playing field for family-owned food businesses
Newly formed Food Industry Alliance wants to ensure food is as available and affordable aspossible for the consumer. Just[…]
Key food industry associations join forces to address Australia’s domestic food security issues
Newly formed Food Industry Alliance (FIA) to work constructively with government to find solutions to immediate food related issues.[…]
How supply chain issues are impacting the Australian foodservice industry
Although many consumers have returned to dining out more regularly over the past months, the full recovery of the[…]
Trends you can expect to see from foodservice businesses in Australia
As the hospitality industry roars back to life after 2 years of uncertainty, diners couldn’t be more eager to[…]
Finding the best food distributors in Australia
Having the right food distributor as a partner is not only critical for the day-to-day operations of your business,[…]
COVID business support package released
The Independent Food Distributors of Australia (IFDA) continues to lobby on behalf of the foodservice industry to get support[…]
Aussie companies stuck in Omicron ‘yo-yo’ hell
Ben Gullo, Director of Reliable Food Distributors, calls out for urgent government support as NSW extends restrictions while battling[…]
‘Forgotten’ victims of food supply crisis revealed as expert issues grim new warning
Richard Forbes, CEO of the Independent Food Distributors of Australia (IFDA), has called on the government to urgently find[…]
NSW and Queensland allow close contacts of Covid cases to work as states face food shortages
Last week, The Independent Food Distributors Australia (IFDA) highlighted the supply chain disruptions that have arisen due to staff[…]
Businesses fear COVID-19 supply chain disruptions seen this week are the ‘tip of the iceberg’
The hospitality industry is facing major supply chain disruptions due to the impacts of the latest COVID-19 surge in[…]
Close contact isolation rule killing food businesses along food supply chain as COVID cases skyrocket
Australia’s food suppliers, distributors and hospitality venues closing due to close contact rule Food businesses along supply chain must[…]
Increasing AdBlue supplies and protecting Australia’s transport industry
On Monday 20 December 2021, The Independent Food Distributors of Australia (IFDA) CEO Richard Forbes was invited to an[…]
Urea, AdBlue shortage: Australia reveals how long stocks on hand will last
With recent global pressures in the urea market and its impact on the supply of diesel exhaust fluid –[…]
Looking for hospitality staff? Jobs Victoria can help.
As the hospitality industry starts to recover after 2 years of uncertainty, there has never been a higher demand[…]
WA Members meeting
Thank you to our WA Members for attending the NAFDA Foodservice meeting last Friday at New West Foods’ new[…]
Food Point: All signs point to food
NAFDA Foodservice Member, FoodPoint has a strong history dating back to 1987 when it first began as L&K Food[…]
Local suppliers in overdrive for Toyota AFL Grand Final preparations
Local suppliers and growers to be a key player in this weekend’s Toyota AFL Grand Final 2600 staff to[…]
Food distributors, charities call for incentives for food donations
Blue Seas Food Services boss Colin Passfield has survived three recessions but says 2021 is the worst year he[…]
Extended support for Victorian businesses
The Commonwealth and Victorian Governments have announced a jointly-funded support package to provide a critical four-week boost to small[…]
‘Dire situation’ for food distributors during lockdown
The prolonged lockdown in NSW, VIC and the ACT has been devastating for the food distribution industry. Brad Lee,[…]
100% NOT Plant Based Protein – Looks like meat, tastes like meat!
Brought to you by Simplot Foodservice, 100% NOT offers a range of delicious plant-based meat alternatives, exclusive to the[…]
A crunch that goes the distance – Edgell Delivery Chip!
The revolutionary new chip boasts a whopping 40min hold time, making it perfect for delivery and take-away orders. Research[…]
NAFDA Foodservice Virtual Members Conference & SoTY MoTY Awards 2021
Members Conference NAFDA Foodservice held its second virtual Members Conference on 5 August. The conference sessions delivered invaluable updates[…]
Lockdown loss
Ben Gullo from Reliable Food Distributors spoke on the Today Show this morning as a voice for small businesses[…]
Extended financial support ‘welcomed’ but is unknown whether it’s ‘enough’
NAFDA Foodservice Member, St George Foodservice, speaks to Sky News Australia about the extended financial payments announced by Prime[…]
IFDA calls for perishable goods writedowns
TENS OF THOUSANDS OF TONNES OF PERISHABLE PRODUCTS AT RISK BECAUSE OF LOCKDOWNS Independent food distributors 70% down in[…]
Edgell Crispy Flats
Made from Tassie grown potatoes and prepared at Simplot Australia’s Ulverstone plant in Tasmania, the Edgell Supa Crunch Crispy[…]
ACCC will not oppose Woolworths acquiring 65% share of PFD Foodservices
The ACCC will not oppose Woolworths’ acquisition of 65 per cent of the shares in wholesale food distributor PFD[…]
Never have a soggy sweet potato chip again!
Made from sweet potatoes grown in Bundaberg, Queensland and prepared at Simplot Australia’s Ulverstone plant in Tasmania, the Edgell[…]
Peak bodies urge ACCC to maintain focus on Woolworths track record of anti-competitive behaviour following their ‘undertakings’ with PFD
Woolworths and PFD continue to give undertakings to the ACCC that cannot be policed and we believe is yet[…]
ACCC decision on WW acquisition of PFD to be announced 22 April 2021
Peak Bodies call on the ACCC to stop Woolworths’ merger with PFD Foods. Woolworths’ confidentiality undertaking to the ACCC[…]
Woolworths’ takeover undertakings a ‘smokescreen’: independents
Undertakings made by Woolworths to win a green light for its $552 million acquisition of a controlling stake in[…]
Opinion: The ACCC should not allow Woolworths’ proposed takeover of PFD Food Services
In his first opinion piece since being appointed CEO of AACS, Theo Foukkare discusses how the proposed acquisition of[…]
NAFDA Foodservice Conferences 2021
NAFDA Foodservice conferences bring foodservice professionals together to share organisational performance, industry trends, innovation and best in practice. With[…]
EDGELL CHUNKY AVOCADO PULP: Does using raw avocados really save you money?
Great news, Edgell Chunky Avocado Pulp is back in stock! Click above to register for a free sample. With[…]
Preliminary competition concerns over Woolworths’ PFD acquisition
The ACCC has blocked the Woolworths acquisition of PFD subject to a statement of issues (see Media Release link[…]
St. George Foodservice (SGFS) celebrating 40 years!
From our humble beginnings, with the business operating out of the family garage, to now operating from two warehouses[…]
New West Foods and Elite Food Co become one
NAFDA Foodservice Member New West Foods announces their impending amalgamation with Elite Food Co., combining the strengths of the[…]
NAFDA Foodservice CEO Brad Lee speaks again to Ben Fordham on 2GB
NAFDA Foodservice CEO Brad Lee speaks again to Ben Fordham on 2GB about Woolworth’s acquisition of PFD, it’s impact[…]
NEW Edgell Crispy Flat Chips
Simplot Foodservice are extremely excited to be launching the brand new product to their potato range; Edgell Supa Crunch[…]
NAFDA Foodservice partners with the FIA Online Foodservice Tradeshow
Monday 2 November to Friday 11 December 2020 The Foodservice Industry Association Inc. (FIA) is delighted to launch its[…]
Are you purchasing from your competitor?
With Woolworths’ latest acquisition of the major food distributor PFD Foodservices, you could soon be purchasing supplies from your[…]
New peak body taking on Woolworths’ B2B expansion plans
Three of Australia’s leading independent food distribution organisations have joined forces to take on Woolworths’ planned expansion into the[…]
JB Metropolitan Distributors joins NAFDA Foodservice!
We are pleased to announce that JB Metropolitan Distributors have joined NAFDA Foodservice effective October 2020! Spanning 30 years[…]
What’s New from Edgell – Australian Sweet Potato
Simplot Foodservice are excited to be launching Edgell 10mm Sweet Potato Chips to our Foodservice customers. Made from sweet[…]
Independents escalate attack on Woolworths’ foodservice plans
Independent foodservice distributors have stepped up their attack on Woolworths’ $552 million acquisition of PFD Foodservices, setting up an[…]
Rivals unite in bid to block Woolworths’ move on supplier
NAFDA Foodservice CEO, Brad Lee speaks with The Herald Sun about Woolworths’ move to muscle in on the supply[…]
Open letter to the Premier of Victoria, the Hon. Daniel Andrews
The Independent Food Distributors Association of Australia (IFDA) addresses the Premier of Victoria, the Hon. Daniel Andrews, with suggestions[…]
Woolworths forks out $500 million to buy major food distributor PFD Foodservices
Supermarket giant Woolworths has announced a surprise megadeal, buying Australian foodservice distributor PFD Foodservices for more than $500 million[…]
COVID-19 Recovery Checklist
Adapting to a new environment remains one of the key focus points for the hospitality industry. Reassessing the way[…]
Timpecha Wholesalers joins NAFDA Foodservice!
Timpecha Wholesalers is a South Australian family-owned business which began five years ago with the selling of local olives[…]
NAFDA Foodservice sector fights Woolworths threat
NAFDA Foodservice CEO, Brad Lee, and Country Wide CEO, Richard Hinson, discussed with the Australian Financial Review the recent[…]
SPG FOODS JOINS NAFDA Foodservice!
We are pleased to announce that SPG have joined NAFDA Foodservice effective August 2020! SPG is a strong and[…]
Provista Australia – adapt and flourish
Provista Australia sees unfortunately a slow decline in home deliveries as Woolworths and Coles resumed their delivery services as[…]
NAFDA FS helps food operators get back into business
NAFDA Foodservice is assisting foodservice operators with re-opening their businesses after states and territories have started relaxing COVID-19 restrictions.[…]