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Byron Bay Cookie Company rescued from administration, but biscuit industry still crumbling

The Byron Bay Cookie Company has been rescued out of administration, purchased by one of the country’s leading pasta makers, but the biscuit industry...

‘Freshly baked’ and three other terms that will put your business on the ACCC watch list

‘Freshly baked’, ‘free-range’, ‘organic’. If these words appear on your labels, be warned – the consumer watchdog is looking for you. This...

Byron focus in liquor debate

There is debate on the north coast about the effectiveness of the state's Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing in reducing alcohol-fuelled violence. The...

Luxurious Tower Estate officially on the market

The Hunter Valley's multi-million dollar Tower Estate portfolio is up for sale. The complex at Pokolbin, which includes luxury accommodation, a winery...

Judges churn through cheeses

In a small pavilion on the outskirts of Claremont Showground yesterday (15 July), nine dairy judges sniffed, chewed and spat their way through more than...

Bentley boys drive into town

Sydney's much-admired Bentley will relocate to the CBD's Radisson Hotel. The Bentley Bar, in Surry Hills, Sydney, will soon have new tenants, Chui Lee...

Another Aussie restaurateur to open in Dubai

Bali, New York and mainland China are sizzling growth markets for Australian restaurateurs; now add Dubai to the list. Toko Group owner Matthew Yazbek...

Director seeks fresh challenges

Chef Paul Wilson has resigned from his position as director of Melbourne Pub Group after seven years with the company, three as a consultant and four as...

Bottoms up is one thing - this is going to extremes

Somewhere in the US, up to $35 million worth of wine will be laid to rest along with fast-food wrappers, food scraps and soiled nappies. Such is the ignominious...

Greek mega-venue opens in Sydney

After more delays than a venue for the Athens Olympics, the Peter Conistis-fronted, Hellenic Club-owned Alpha Restaurant will finally open its doors this...