Nicholas Rider

Sydney

Deputy Editor at Convenience World

Deputy Editor at RetailWorld

Photographer at Freelance

Journalist | Photographer | Deputy Editor @RetailWorldAus & @CWorldAus | Music nerd

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Transport costs ease in March quarter

3 weeks ago | convenienceworldmagazine.com.au | Nicholas Rider

The affordability of transport costs for Australian households has improved for three consecutive quarters for the first time since 2020. Typical transport expenditure increased slightly in the March quarter, according to the Australian Automobile Association’s (AAA) Transport Affordability Index. But, in most cities, rising incomes more than offset the modest costs rises.
Solo enters energy drinks market

3 weeks ago | convenienceworldmagazine.com.au | Nicholas Rider

Solo has launched a new drink, Solo Energy, promoted as a “fresh spin” on the brand’s lemon flavour, now with guarana, caffeine and B vitamins. Entering Australia’s $1.3 billion energy drinks category, Solo says it hopes to set itself apart and cut through a highly competitive market. Offering both a full sugar and zero sugar option, Solo Energy is available in 250ml and 500ml can sizes. Each 250ml can contains 75mg of caffeine.
Drakes rebrands liquor offering

3 weeks ago | retailworldmagazine.com.au | Nicholas Rider

Drakes has announced the launch of Drakes Cellars, a new identity for its liquor offering. Officially launching on 30 June, Drakes Cellars will open across six locations at Aston Hills, Eyre, Findon, Gawler East, Mount Barker and Wallaroo, with Paramount Liquor joining as the exclusive supply partner. All current Drakes Cellarbrations stores will eventually be rebranded under the new banner.
Weekly diesel prices

3 weeks ago | convenienceworldmagazine.com.au | Nicholas Rider

The average weekly diesel fuel price in Australia fell 0.5¢ to 178¢ a litre nationally in the week ending 1 June, according to the Australian Institute of Petroleum’s ‘Weekly Diesel Prices’ report. The average national weekly metropolitan retail price fell 0.2¢ to 175.5¢ a litre, while the regional price fell 0.6¢ to 180.1¢ a litre.
Hort Connections receives federal funding

3 weeks ago | retailworldmagazine.com.au | Nicholas Rider

AUSVEG has welcomed the $1.5 million commitment made by the federal government to support the “largest” horticulture conference and trade show in the southern hemisphere, Hort Connections.
Finalists announced for Supplier Diversity Awards

3 weeks ago | retailworldmagazine.com.au | Nicholas Rider

Supply Nation, which manages Australia’s largest national directory of verified Indigenous businesses, has announced the finalists in the annual Supplier Diversity Awards. The awards recognise individuals, businesses and government agencies making significant contributions to the Indigenous business sector. Award winners for all 11 categories will be announced at the Connect 2025 Gala Awards Dinner on 21 August.
bp and AGL offer savings for EV customers

3 weeks ago | convenienceworldmagazine.com.au | Nicholas Rider

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Skin Control supports Beyond Blue this Acne Awareness Month

3 weeks ago | convenienceworldmagazine.com.au | Nicholas Rider

With June marking Acne Awareness Month, Skin Control has launched a new national initiative, ‘Put Your Best Face Forward’. Supporting Beyond Blue, the campaign aims to break down the stigma surrounding acne, champion real skin, and raise vital funds to support mental health services across the country. “In my late teens, I developed severe acne that deeply impacted my self-esteem and mental health,” says Skin Control founder Michael Porter.
Horticulture Awards for Excellence finalists announced

3 weeks ago | retailworldmagazine.com.au | Nicholas Rider

Over 80 of the Australian horticulture industry’s finest growers, researchers, and innovators have been named as finalists across nine categories of the Horticulture Awards for Excellence 2025. The awards recognise excellence and outstanding contributions from across the national industry, with finalists from all states and a range of different sectors nominated.
Foodstuffs’ facial recognition trial met privacy standards

3 weeks ago | retailworldmagazine.com.au | Nicholas Rider

New Zealand’s Office of the Privacy Commissioner (OPC) has published its public inquiry into Foodstuffs North Island’s (FSNI) trial of facial recognition (FR) technology. The OPC’s report, which can be read in full here, confirms that the trial complied with the Privacy Act and acknowledges the strong privacy safeguards the retailer put in place. FSNI, in response, has outlined its views and next steps.