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Is Drakes supermarket Australia owned?

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Is Drakes supermarket Australia owned?

Drakes Supermarkets is an independent and privately owned Australian retail chain based in South Australia, named after owner Roger Drake. Specialising in supermarket retailing, Drakes is now the largest independent grocery retailer in Australia, operating over 60 stores across South Australia and Queensland.

Who supplies Drake?

“SA Mushrooms have been supplying Drakes for seventeen years. It’s great for a local South Aussie Grower to have the support of a local South Aussie retailer.”

How many Drakes Supermarkets are there in South Australia?

Store Locator Drakes Supermarkets is the largest independent grocery retailer in Australia and specialises in supermarket retailing. Operating in over 60 stores across South Australia and Queensland, the company now employs over 5,500 staff nationally.

Is Foodland and Drakes the same?

Drakes Supermarkets, a cornerstone of the Foodland retail group for 45 years, has announced it is leaving the famous South Australian shopping brand. The move marks a new era for the family-owned supermarket chain, which has now severed ties with the Foodland brand and supplier Metcash.

How many IGA stores are in Australia?

With 1455 independently owned IGA stores across Australia, you’ll get a taste of the local stuff wherever you may be.

Who is John Paul Drake?

John-Paul joined the family business in 1990 while still in school and is now a Director of Drakes. More recently, Jp has been the driving force behind the next brand evolution of Drakes, advocating for a business that talks directly to their customers, team and suppliers and building on the culture that Roger started.

Does IGA have good meat?

We are proud to offer Certified Angus Beef ® including AAA Angus Beef aged a minimum of 21 days with exquisite marbling. Our tender, succulent steaks, and roasts are cut and wrapped in-store and our premium grade beef is always ground in-store to maintain quality and taste perfection when enjoyed at your table.

Which supermarkets are Australian owned?

Australia

  • Coles Group.
  • Metcash.
  • Progressive Trading Pty Ltd.
  • Independent businesses.
  • Australia’s Former Supermarket Chains.
  • Foodland Associated Limited Group.
  • Woolworths Limited.
  • Coles Supermarket Group (at various times Coles Myer, Coles Group & Wesfarmers)

What happened to IGA grocery stores?

In 2015, several Co-op Atlantic stores became IGA stores supplied by Sobeys Quebec after Co-Op decided to exit the grocery store business. In Quebec, IGA also operates smaller supermarkets.

Who owns IGA stores Australia?

Metcash
Independent Grocers of Australia (IGA) is an Australian chain of supermarkets. IGA is owned by Metcash, but individual IGA stores are owned independently.