Australia

In 2023, several major trends were impacting the packaging industry in Australia. This includes aligning solutions with the increasing emphasis on sustainable packaging materials, waste reduction and convenience. The rise of e-commerce in Australia…

In 2024, sweet spreads in Australia is experiencing low retail volume growth of 1%, but higher value growth of 5%. The category is not particularly benefiting from the trend of greater meal preparation at home, largely because Australians are…

In 2024, the trend of home meal preparation continues to drive the solid performance of staple foods in Australia, including for categories such as rice, pasta and noodles, and shelf stable seafood. Many of these categories are experiencing…

As consumers continue to prepare more frequent meals at home in 2024, there is a noticeable increase in demand for sauces, dips and condiments in Australia. This trend is particularly influencing demand for cooking and table sauces, herbs and spices,…

Retail demand for rice, pasta and noodles in Australia continues to strongly grow in 2024. This growth is largely attributed to the ongoing financial pressure on local consumers, leading to more frequent home cooking as a cost-saving measure. A…

Following on from the previous year’s trend, the average unit price of processed meat, seafood and alternatives to meat in Australia continues to rise, driving up value sales. Nevertheless, retail volumes are also rising, primarily due to the…

Processed fruit and vegetables in Australia continues to record solid retail value and volume growth rates in 2024. As Australians continue to face high living costs, they are increasingly cooking at home and prioritising value in their purchases.…

Despite a rise in the average unit price, retail demand for meals and soups in Australia continues to grow across the category, with chilled ready meals, food kits, and prepared salads particularly strong performers. Local consumers are reducing…

In 2024, value sales of edible oils in Australia are experiencing strong growth, primarily driven by the significant unit price increase of olive oil. This type of edible oil has long been regarded as a healthy choice among Australian consumers, and…

In 2024, cooking ingredients and meals in Australia is experiencing solid retail volume growth as consumers focus on preparing meals at home. With the high cost of living and tightened consumer budgets, many Australians are turning to home cooking as…

Retail volume sales of breakfast cereals in Australia remain stable, but growth is flat in 2024, with weak performances by flakes, children’s breakfast cereals, and hot cereals. Despite Australia's growing population, per capita consumption of…

Retail volume sales of baked goods in Australia remain fairly flat in 2024, with bread, the largest contributor to overall demand in the category, experiencing a marginal decline compared to the previous year. This is largely being driven by…

Wound care in Australia is a largely mature category, with the most significant shifts in consumer behaviour noted during pandemic-related lockdowns followed by the resumption of regular lifestyles. With sport and physical activities returning to…

Weight management and wellbeing in Australia is struggling, despite the rising obesity rates in the country. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), 65.8% of Australian adults were overweight or obese in 2022. This proportion has…

Demand for vitamins in Australia continues to rise strongly in 2024, with double-digit growth recorded by both single and multivitamin preparations. This highlights how health and wellness is a key focus of Australian consumers and those who are able…

According to AusPlay, the national population tracking survey led by the Australian Sports Commission, 78% of Australians aged 15 years and over participated in sport or physical activity at least once a week in 2022-2023. 60% participated three or…

Demand for sleep aids in Australia continues to rise, albeit more slowly compared to 2023, driven by various factors. The legacy of the pandemic, with its long lockdowns and restricted socialisation, remains evident in Australia with many,…

While liquid acetaminophen quantities and packaging in Australia are not affected by the decision of the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) to reduce the maximum size of packs for various acetaminophen products, the move has impacted chewable…

Overall demand for NRT smoking cessation aids in Australia remains above pre-pandemic levels, in line with an ongoing fall in smoking prevalence among adult smokers. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s National Drug Strategy…

Following the release of plant-based PanaNatra acetaminophen from Haleon Australia Pty Ltd, VoltaNatra pain relief cream was launched in Australia, claiming to offer everyday relief from muscle and mild joint pain using naturally-derived active…