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“We listened and recognised that many customers and teams wanted us to do more to help them celebrate the day.”

While the sector’s earnings have increased sixfold, poor bargaining power has left its employees among the lowest-paid in Australia and most vulnerable to inflation

The supermarket giant cites specialist providers, convenience stores and online retailers among its rivals, but many seem well out of its league

From tarts with ‘rich and buttery pastry’ to others that smell ‘like an old linen cupboard’, Nicholas Jordan samples 11 mince pies and finds none that will ruin Christmas

One supermarket chain remains the cheapest option for a general basket, but those looking for a deal on a holiday banquet should try the two big retailers.

All 11 icy poles our testers crunched through could make do on a hot summer’s day, but one contender stunned Nicholas Jordan and his fellow judges

Secret ballots have long been fundamental to democracy, ensuring the integrity of elections in both government and corporate settings. Traditionally, votes are cast on physical paper, creating a clear separation between the voter’s identity and their choice. This anonymity protects individuals from vote-buying, intimidation or retaliation.

Consumer advocacy group sampled 10 hams from major Australian supermarkets, with the worst ham also the most expensive

Legal rebuttals against accusations of misleading shoppers lodged in federal court

The supermarkets also heavily promote unhealthy foods, often displaying them prominently, Guardian analysis shows

Supermarkets face fines of up to $10 million if caught breaching a grocery code of conduct that will become mandatory.