Thursday, February 4, 2021
Great news, Edgell Chunky Avocado Pulp is back in stock! Click above to register for a free sample. With around 40% yield loss, raw avocados are costing you a lot...read more
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
The ACCC has blocked the Woolworths acquisition of PFD subject to a statement of issues (see Media Release link below). IFDA has played a significate role in this decision, ably...read more
Friday, December 11, 2020
From our humble beginnings, with the business operating out of the family garage, to now operating from two warehouses and delivering Sydney wide. SGFS founders – George Haros (Left) and...read more
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
NAFDA Foodservice Member New West Foods announces their impending amalgamation with Elite Food Co., combining the strengths of the two independently owned businesses. New West Foods will serve the market...read more
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
NAFDA Foodservice CEO Brad Lee speaks again to Ben Fordham on 2GB about Woolworth’s acquisition of PFD, it’s impact on the independent distributor network and the foundation of IFDA a...read more
Thursday, November 12, 2020
Simplot Foodservice are extremely excited to be launching the brand new product to their potato range; Edgell Supa Crunch Crispy Flat Chips. Made from Tassie grown potatoes and prepared at...read more
Monday, November 2, 2020
Monday 2 November to Friday 11 December 2020 The Foodservice Industry Association Inc. (FIA) is delighted to launch its most important initiative for 2020: the FIA Online Foodservice Tradeshow. This...read more
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
With Woolworths’ latest acquisition of the major food distributor PFD Foodservices, you could soon be purchasing supplies from your competitor without even noticing it! The super market giant owns now close...read more
Monday, October 26, 2020
NAFDA Foodservice’s first virtual AGM and Member Meeting was held on 22 October 2020 with great success. During the meeting two resolutions were passed by shareholders with the following results:...read more
Thursday, October 8, 2020
Three of Australia’s leading independent food distribution organisations have joined forces to take on Woolworths’ planned expansion into the B2B market in a “David and Goliath” fight. IFDA made up...read more
Thursday, October 8, 2020
We are pleased to announce that JB Metropolitan Distributors have joined NAFDA Foodservice effective October 2020! Spanning 30 years in business, Bruce’s Confectionery, as it was known back then, has...read more
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Simplot Foodservice are excited to be launching Edgell 10mm Sweet Potato Chips to our Foodservice customers. Made from sweet potatoes grown in Bundaberg Queensland and prepared at Simplot Australia’s Ulverstone...read more
Friday, October 2, 2020
Independent foodservice distributors have stepped up their attack on Woolworths' $552 million acquisition of PFD Foodservices, setting up an industry peak body to mount a coordinated campaign against the retailer's...read more
Thursday, October 1, 2020
NAFDA Foodservice CEO, Brad Lee speaks with The Herald Sun about Woolworths' move to muscle in on the supply of groceries to restaurants, childcare centres and aged-care facilities which threatens...read more
Thursday, September 24, 2020
The Independent Food Distributors Association of Australia (IFDA) addresses the Premier of Victoria, the Hon. Daniel Andrews, with suggestions from food businesses to kickstart the Victorian economy and save jobs....read more
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Supermarket giant Woolworths has announced a surprise megadeal, buying Australian foodservice distributor PFD Foodservices for more than $500 million in an effort to bolster the grocery giant's food offering for...read more
Thursday, August 13, 2020
Adapting to a new environment remains one of the key focus points for the hospitality industry. Reassessing the way we operate and work together includes all areas of business operations,...read more
Thursday, July 23, 2020
Timpecha Wholesalers is a South Australian family-owned business which began five years ago with the selling of local olives and olive oil, inspired by Tim’s father who sourced the products...read more
Monday, July 13, 2020
NAFDA Foodservice CEO, Brad Lee, and Country Wide CEO, Richard Hinson, discussed with the Australian Financial Review the recent undertaking of Woolworths and Coles to enter the B2B and foodservice...read more
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
We are pleased to announce that SPG have joined NAFDA Foodservice effective August 2020! SPG is a strong and well-established foodservice distribution business across two states, specialising in the supply...read more
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Provista Australia sees unfortunately a slow decline in home deliveries as Woolworths and Coles resumed their delivery services as well. However, warehouse pickups and Provista’s in-store deli saw fresh meat...read more
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
NAFDA Foodservice is assisting foodservice operators with re-opening their businesses after states and territories have started relaxing COVID-19 restrictions. While uncertainty about changing business demands prevails, the opportunity to re-open...read more
Monday, May 25, 2020
New West Foods have launched an online store offering an extensive range of items for the domestic and public market, which has been well-received (shop.newwestfoods.com.au). Partnering with Localbox, New West...read more
Thursday, May 14, 2020
Sealane Foodservice has now added an online retail store, shop.sealane.com.au, together with free home delivery (minimum $200 spend). This is promoted via social media with daily specials and meal inspirations....read more
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Advertisements on Facebook opened up new business for pickups and home deliveries with ‘no limits’ on groceries and home essentials, which supermarkets could not meet. Staff has been trained and...read more
Thursday, May 7, 2020
A home delivery trial during Easter for fresh seafood was a huge success, with 85 deliveries in one day (Thursday). Customer demands and requests via Barwon’s Facebook page have made...read more
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
With considerable business gone overnight something had to be done quickly. Within four days Foodlink opened to the public, with social media driving awareness Since then, Foodlink has seen incredible...read more
Thursday, April 30, 2020
We are excited to announce that NAFDA FS Member TAH Northern Trading (former TH Northern Trading) has recently purchased Smimac Foodservices, based in Alice Springs. This positions TAH Northern Trading...read more
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Sydney Food & Packaging opens to the public to fill the supply gap. Wholesale stock and essentials can now be ordered online and delivered through – localsupplyhub.com.au. They have teamed...read more
Monday, April 27, 2020
Colless Foods has seen incredible growth through their retail store. A fourth-generation family business with a dedicated staff of 30 full-time locals. Quality and reliability are prerequisites of Colless Foods,...read more
Thursday, April 23, 2020
The locals of Yarrabah were struggling for a solution to access necessary food and sanitary requirements, which was restricted due to lock-downs.Total Food Network saw an opportunity to supply fresh...read more
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Hundreds per day are flocking to the new discovered local grocery store of NAFDA Foodservice Member, Metropolitan Foods in Templestowe. When the going gets tuff, the tuff get going, the...read more
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
NAFDA Foodservice Member 'Godden Food Group' have also opened their wholesale warehouse to offer home delivery on 200 selected products from a large range of over 5,000+ products they distribute....read more
Monday, April 20, 2020
NAFDA Foodservice Member 'Staley Food & Packaging' have recently updated their website (staleys.com.au) to include a simple 2-step signup process for home delivery, available on a great range of groceries...read more
Monday, April 6, 2020
We are delighted to announce that NAFDA Foodservice recently joined the Foodservice Industry Association of NSW Inc. (FIA) as a Member. FIA is a not-for-profit organisation formed in 1985 to...read more
Monday, February 17, 2020
NAFDA Foodservice launched their Best of the Best Rewards Program 2020 with a grand celebration last Friday, 14 February 2020. The event was held at “The Venue” in Sydney and...read more
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
NAFDA’s conferences bring foodservice professionals together to share organisational performance, industry trends, innovation and best in practice. With the aim to spread the passion for food and inspire business success,...read more
Thursday, January 9, 2020
We, like you, are devastated with the horrific bushfires seen across NSW, VIC and SA. To assist and offer support in these difficult times, NAFDA Foodservice Members and Suppliers have...read more
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Congratulations to the following winners of NAFDA Foodservice’s Official 2019 Footy Tipping Competition! NRL Tipping 1st place – Aimee F. (Huhtahmaki Tailored Packaging) 2nd place – Joe H. (NAFDA Foodservice)...read more
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
As part of the Best of the Best Buy Show 2019, Staley Food & Packaging won a block of Cadbury chocolate (courtesy of Mondelez), for purchasing from the highest number...read more
