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Nestlé reveals new branding for candy with derogatory names

Red Ripper, Cheekies to appear on shelves in early 2021.

November 24, 2020

Nestlé Australia has revealed the names of two confectionery items it decided to rename due to racial overtones that were “out of step with the company’s values.”

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Nestlé makes the right move in changing derogatory candy names

The company has announced that it will change the name of its Beso de Negra, Red Skins and Chicos brands.

Crystal Lindell

June 24, 2020

Editor Crystal Lindell wonders why it took Nestlé so long to change the names of its Beso de Negra, Red Skins and Chicos brands. How were these names still being used in 2020?

Barry Callebaut to acquire Australian chocolate manufacturer GKC Foods

Transaction set to close later this year.

May 27, 2020

The Barry Callebaut Group has acquired GKC Foods (Australia) Pty Ltd, a producer of chocolate, coatings and fillings serving many consumer chocolate brands in Australia and New Zealand.

Darrell Lea acquires Heritage Fine Chocolates

Darrell Lea plans to add 50 jobs to its chocolate operations next year.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

November 9, 2018

Australia-based Darrell Lea Confectionery Co. has acquired Heritage Fine Chocolates following investment from a private equity firm earlier this year.

Tim Tam Australian biscuits to make U.S. debut

Biscuits to be available at grocery stores, mass retailers nationwide.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

January 25, 2017

Australian biscuit manufacturer Arnott’s is bringing Tim Tam, its classic chocolate-coated treat, to the United States.

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