Buyers on the lookout for
Australian products and produce

Australia has one of the strongest nation brands in the world represented by the green and gold stylised kangaroo symbol. Buyers at Fine Food are encouraged to look for this symbol that identifies products and produce that are truly Australian.

The logo is now being promoted globally as a symbol for Australian products and produce. Products registered with the Australian Made, Australian Grown Campaign carry the logo. Companies registered have access to a range of official merchandise for use at trade shows and events.

Register TODAY to use the Australian Made Australian Grown logo at the Fine Food Expo and reap the benefits of a highly successful and proven mark of distinction for your products and produce.

To learn more about the logo and how to register visit the website below.

Food retailing turnover

In 2006-07, retail turnover in the food and liquor sector increased by 8% to $106.6 billion, according to the Australian Food Statistics 2007 edition. There are a number of factors associated with this increase, including higher fuel prices which had a significant effect on the cost of production and transport of food products across the sector.

Another influencing factor had been the strong world demand for Australian food exports. Supermarkets and grocery outlets continue to capture the majority of food sales with around 60% of the value of food and liquor retailing in 2006-07. Cafes and restaurants have averaged 14% and takeaway food outlets around 10% since 2003-04.

If you’re in retail then you
need to visit Retail Expo

August 12-14, Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre

This is the show about your business. Discover hot new ideas and products from over 250 exhibitors plus free seminars from industry experts on the show floor. These informative and popular seminar programs will feature speakers from some of Australia’s industry leaders.

Julian Josem, Secretary, ARTS; Rob Cawthorne, Managing Director, Carbon Reduction Institute; Sean Sloane, Manager of Retail and Logistics, GS1; Brian Walker, Managing Director, The Retail Doctor; and Jeff Fouracre, Retail Business Manager, Professional Advantage, will each share their expertise and insight over the three-days.

See the latest retail technology, shopfit designs, store equipment, digital signage, security systems, visual merchandising, marketing & business solutions.

New Products unveiled
at Fine Food Australia

Grandma's Bakery
Grandma’s Little Bakery Borekas are pastries made from a recipe handed down from Haya’s Bakery in Jerusalem. Borekas are a special blend of Mediterranean, Balkan and Middle Eastern influences and deliciously suitable for all occasions.

Retigo - website
Launching the Retigo VISION range of combi steam ovens with models for all operations – home, bakeries, fast food to large hotels. Operating temperatures from 30 -300 degrees, colour touch screen, magic button, USB plug, automatic cleaning system and more.

Wanzl Australia - website
Wire Tech Shopfitting System a comprehensive modular system with rounded and open ended styles it gives optimum goods presentation and effective use of space. Available in a number of colours and materials.

Australian Harvest Fine Food - website
Launching BIO-GRAPE (life from the grape) certified organic range of five Cheese lover Gift Packs containing a delicious organic fruit paste and organic fine wine crackers.

Heinz Charity Cup

Melbourne’s top restaurants go head to head on the soccer pitch to raise money for the Starlight Children’s Foundation. The Heinz Charity Cup is a great family fun day out and a chance to watch your favourite chefs and restaurants in action.

This year’s tournament will include children’s activities, a soccer clinic with special appearance from Melbourne Victory players and premium food and wine stalls with thanks to Blakes Feast Catering, Innocent Bystander & Punt Road Wines and beer courtesy of Little Creatures & Trumer Pils.
Sunday 5th October 10am – 5pm
State Soccer Centre, 281 Darebin Road, Thornbury

For more information please call 1300 727 827 or visit the website by clicking below

Exhibitor Tips

You’ve invested time and resources to develop an effective stand, don’t leave visitor attendance to your stand up to chance.

• Send trade invitations to existing customers and prospects with a personal letter
• Boost your exposure by advertising in the Official Show Guide
• Don’t forget to include your free 50 word profile in the Official Show Guide – deadline is this Friday!
• Consistent advertising builds awareness and generates stand traffic. Link in your existing advertising with your participation in the show. Simply add a tag line stating your stand number.

A carefully thought out campaign, dovetailed with existing advertising, PR & direct mail campaigns can reap excellent rewards.