The Top Stories You Need to Know

Have you caught up on the latest grocery news this week? Check out the top three most read articles on SupermarketNews this week.

NEW CROSS-DOCK DEPOT IN HASTINGS

Foodstuffs North Island Limited has officially opened a new cross-dock and depot facility in Hastings.?

This new state-of-the-art multi-temperature facility is designed specifically for the supply and distribution of groceries. It will transform how the cooperative distributes groceries and other essentials across North Island.?

"We’re delighted to officially open our new cross dock and depot facility in Hastings. It will be a real game-changer for our operation in the region and across the North Island,” said Chief Executive of Foodstuffs North Island, Chris Quin .

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CHANGES FOR RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL WASTE

The food and grocery industry welcomes the announcement today by the Government about changes to recycling and disposal of waste.

New Zealand Food and Grocery Council (NZFGC) Chief Executive Raewyn Bleakley stated the announcement is a big step toward a more sustainable economy.

“We will be very interested in the detail and understanding of the latest data on littering and waste to see how the various schemes integrate and are sequenced sensibly. We look forward to working with the Government on these initiatives,” said Bleakley.?

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NEW HOT CROSS BUN IN TOWN

A new hot cross bun is available across New World stores throughout the South Island.?

Crafted by award-winning bakery manager at New World Kaikoura, Steven Ogden, the new cinnamon and sweet Biscoff Hot Cross Bun is the latest delicious flavour available in New World stores across the South Island.?

New World stores across South Island have partnered with Lotus Biscoff to bring another new flavour to hot cross bun lovers this Easter.?

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