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Daily Mail
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Aldi Australia brings back its sell-out copy of a famous UK treat for $7.99
Die-hard fans of a famous British lolly are racing to Aldi stores across Australia this week. And it's all in a bid to get their hands on a cult-favourite treat that completely sold out last time it was on shelves. The budget supermarket has just restocked its wildly popular Katja Biggetjes & Kokindjes bags ($7.99) which contain a generous 500g of sweet treats. The soft Dutch pig-shaped lollies caused a frenzy when they first landed as part of Aldi's limited-edition 'Dutch Delights' Special Buys in 2024, and now, after months of waiting by fans, they're finally back. While the original British version has become a global cult favourite thanks to its juicy texture and nostalgic pig-shaped design, it's not exactly easy (or cheap) to get your hands on them outside of the UK. Dubbed the ultimate 'Percy Pig dupe', the Katja Biggetjes & Kokindjes gummies are said to taste almost identical to the beloved UK Marks & Spencer sweets - minus the price tag and international shipping. 'I love these! Last year I bought six or so packets to last the year,' one shopper confessed. 'These are my favourite. I always stock up with several bags then get sad when I eat them all like the pig I am and wish I got more,' another joked. Aldi Australia has finally restocked Katja Biggetjes in stores, which are described by shoppers as a 'dupe' of the British M&S Percy Pig gummy lollies 'These look like the Percy Pigs you gave us from the UK,' an excited fan wrote. The cult Katja Biggetjes are made from real fruit juice, are vegan and gluten-free, and come flavoured with strawberry, raspberry and cherry. The relaunch has sparked renewed excitement among lolly-lovers, many of whom missed out the first time around. 'We are always delighted when customers get excited for one of our Special Buys products,' an Aldi spokesperson told the Daily Mail. Shoppers were warned last year that 'they won't be around for long though,' and urged to 'grab them before these little piggies are all snatched up.' So, the imminent return of these chewy sweets has sweet-lovers literally squealing. However, consider this your warning to get in quick if you missed out last time. These pigs will fly off shelves, again.
The Age
09-07-2025
- Business
- The Age
In stores only: The high-demand Aldi items you can't buy on DoorDash
Aldi has made a late entrance into home grocery delivery by teaming up with DoorDash in a trial that promises its range of more than 1800 items at a few taps of the screen – but some of its most highly coveted products will be missing. Released every Wednesday, Aldi's 'special buys' – a weekly rotation of limited-edition items that includes seasonal favourites such as camping and snow gear, as well as bulkier items like reformer pilates machines – will not be available for purchase through DoorDash. Neither will liquor, which includes Aldi's award-winning wines. 'With special buys, we just want to make sure we do it right,' Aldi Australia group buying director Simon Padovani-Ginies said. 'Obviously, if we sell lawnmowers or 75-inch TVs, it's going to be pretty difficult for a Dasher to put it on the back of their bike and delivery to come on time. And they sell out extremely fast,' he said. 'Our customers know if you want a special buy at Aldi, get there on a Wednesday morning… Customers need to continue heading into store if they want exciting products.' Aldi's new partnership with DoorDash began on Tuesday in a trial in Canberra. It is the last major supermarket chain to make home delivery available after Costco announced a similar partnership with DoorDash in early February to bring bulk-buy goods to Australians' doorsteps. Loading Online-ordered grocery delivery is forming a growing slice of supermarket sales, if the numbers from Aldi's biggest rivals are anything to go by. Woolworths' online sales have increased 20 per cent and Coles are up 22.6 per cent, outpacing in-store growth. Aldi, which has just opened its 600th store, will aim to expand the trial beyond Canberra 'as soon as we can', Padovani-Ginies said. Canberra was chosen for its relative geographical isolation and high demographic of residents comfortable adopting new digital experiences.
Sydney Morning Herald
09-07-2025
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
In stores only: The high-demand Aldi items you can't buy on DoorDash
Aldi has made a late entrance into home grocery delivery by teaming up with DoorDash in a trial that promises its range of more than 1800 items at a few taps of the screen – but some of its most highly coveted products will be missing. Released every Wednesday, Aldi's 'special buys' – a weekly rotation of limited-edition items that includes seasonal favourites such as camping and snow gear, as well as bulkier items like reformer pilates machines – will not be available for purchase through DoorDash. Neither will liquor, which includes Aldi's award-winning wines. 'With special buys, we just want to make sure we do it right,' Aldi Australia group buying director Simon Padovani-Ginies said. 'Obviously, if we sell lawnmowers or 75-inch TVs, it's going to be pretty difficult for a Dasher to put it on the back of their bike and delivery to come on time. And they sell out extremely fast,' he said. 'Our customers know if you want a special buy at Aldi, get there on a Wednesday morning… Customers need to continue heading into store if they want exciting products.' Aldi's new partnership with DoorDash began on Tuesday in a trial in Canberra. It is the last major supermarket chain to make home delivery available after Costco announced a similar partnership with DoorDash in early February to bring bulk-buy goods to Australians' doorsteps. Loading Online-ordered grocery delivery is forming a growing slice of supermarket sales, if the numbers from Aldi's biggest rivals are anything to go by. Woolworths' online sales have increased 20 per cent and Coles are up 22.6 per cent, outpacing in-store growth. Aldi, which has just opened its 600th store, will aim to expand the trial beyond Canberra 'as soon as we can', Padovani-Ginies said. Canberra was chosen for its relative geographical isolation and high demographic of residents comfortable adopting new digital experiences.
Daily Mail
08-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Eagle-eyed Aldi shoppers notice popular item mysteriously missing from shelves: 'Bitterly disappointed'
Eagle-eyed shoppers have noticed that a popular treat has recently disappeared from Aldi Australia stores. Fans of Choceur Chocolate Milk Mini Bars recently shared their dismay about no longer being able to locate the popular item on shelves. Sold in packs of 11 'mini' chocolate bars, one customer described the milk chocolate that features a luscious milk crème filling as as a 'Kinder replica'. Taking to a Reddit thread dedicated to Aldi Australia, a woman wrote a concerned post under the heading: 'Please don't tell me they got rid of these?' Sharing a product image of the Choceur Chocolate Milk Mini Bars packet, she wrote: 'I feel like they suddenly disappeared from all stores – I've been buying them for years.' 'They're my number one guilty pleasure,' she added, alongside two 'sobbing' emojis. Commenters quickly chimed in, adding that they too had also recently noticed the product's absence. 'Noooo! I was wondering why I couldn't find these anymore,' replied one commenter. 'They're discontinued. For now, they could come back,' read part of another reply. 'My mum will be bitterly disappointed. Think I shouldn't tell her so she has hope they come back,' added another. But in positive news for chocolate-lovers, it seems chocolate's in-store disappearance is only 'temporary'. An Aldi Australia spokesperson told FEMAIL that Choceur Chocolate Milk Mini Bars have indeed been removed from shelves - but only for the time being. 'There has been a temporary disruption to the supply of the customer favourite Choceur Chocolate Milk Mini Bars,' the Aldi spokesperson explained. 'However shoppers can anticipate its return to shelves around the end of September.' Savvy Aldi shoppers rightly predicted that the chocolate treat's discontinuation was unlikely to be a permanent move. 'Whilst they might not be in store now, doesn't mean they are gone forever. All comes down to the manufacture,' explained one reply. Another responder, who appeared to have inside knowledge of the workings of Aldi stores, also shared a hot tip on where to find any remaining packs of the popular chocolate. They wrote: 'When ambient items are discontinued and we need the space they take on the shelves for a new product, we put them elsewhere, usually the specials tables in the middle aisles food section or anywhere else in the store food Special Buys are placed. You might find some there.' The upset comes after Aldi shoppers were left reeling after discovering another product from the Choceur range has been quietly discontinued. One Aussie customer noticed the beloved Choceur White Chocolate Coconut Blocks were nowhere to be found. The creamy, coconut-flavoured white chocolate has been a crowd pleaser for years, with cornflakes as one of its key ingredients for an extra crunch. 'Has this been discontinued? It's no longer on the website, and I haven't seen it in store. I've been wanting to try it for ages and now this happens,' a shopper wrote in a Reddit thread. Many were distraught over the news, with one saying: 'This is a huge loss. My favourite chocolate.' 'My family were regular buyers of it. Easily the best Choceur by a margin. Unfortunately, we haven't seen it around for the past four to five months,' another shared. 'Screaming, crying, throwing up. Regretting not buying it when I had the chance to,' one added. It's since been confirmed that the chocolate was discontinued in November 2024 - as the supermarket giant continues to diversify its product range to provide customers with variety. Content creator Annie Knight previously shared her rave reviews when she taste tested the white chocolate coconut block. 'Are you joking? I think this is the best chocolate I've ever had,' she declared. 'This is a 10. I've been waiting to give out a 10 and I'm giving it to Aldi chocolate. Can you believe it? I don't think you can get any better than that. 'It's the best thing I've ever had in my life. This wins. This slaps.'
Daily Mail
07-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Aldi supermarkets to finally launch delivery in Australia after 25 years: 'This is huge'
A convenient online shopping feature has finally arrived at Aldi Australia stores after 25 years. Commencing Tuesday July 8, the budget supermarket chain will be trialling on-demand grocery delivery in their Canberra stores, thanks to a new partnership with DoorDash. While initially disappointing for those outside the capital, the feature is expected to roll out nationally over the next few months. For now, shoppers in Canberra will be able to shop Aldi's exclusive range of products at the touch of a button - and have their shopping delivered right to their door. This means no more juggling groceries to keep up with Aldi's notoriously fast in-store cashiers. The partnership is a first for the budget supermarket chain, which had up until now resisted following other major supermarkets into offering on-demand grocery delivery services. Aldi Australia's Chief Commercial Officer, Jordan Lack, told FEMAIL that an online shopping delivery feature was something their customers had been requesting for quite some time. 'We know many Aldi shoppers have been eagerly awaiting news from us about adding a delivery service to our offering,' Jordan said. He confirmed that for the time being, Aldi's availability on DoorDash is temporarily limited to Canberra while the collaboration is in a trial phrase. But the supermarket CCO assured Aussie shoppers that plans to offer the on-demand delivery service nationally were already well under way and would commence shortly. 'A trial is currently being held in Canberra and we look forward to rolling out our partnership with DoorDash nationally in the coming months,' Jordan said. 'Keep checking the DoorDash app to see when an Aldi store near you is available for delivery.' Through the app, Canberrans will be able to order more than 1,800 Aldi-stocked products including fresh fruit and vegies, meat, seafood, dairy, bread and household essentials. To order groceries, all shoppers need to do is download the DoorDash app or visit the website and search for 'Aldi' on the platform. Customers will then be able to browse through the items available and add them to their online cart to purchase. Shoppers can decide if they would like their 'on-demand' shopping order to be delivered as soon as possible, or, at a later time window that suits them. The items will then arrive straight to the customer's door. Simon Rossi, DoorDash APAC's Vice President said: 'We are thrilled to partner with ALDI to deliver greater convenience, choice and affordability to the people of Canberra.' 'Through this new partnership, we're making it more accessible for shoppers to get their favourite ALDI products delivered directly to their door.' Outside of Australia, Aldi is already in partnership with DoorDash in the US, offering the on-demand grocery delivery store to American shoppers. Aldi has been operating in Australia for almost 25-years after opening its first two Sydney stores in 2001. Unlike its major supermarket competitors Coles and Woolworths, the smaller German-based supermarket chain has tread tentatively into online shopping in Australia. Just under a year ago, Jordan told the Australian Financial Review that they'd dismantled their online team because the operation costs too greatly affected their product costing structure. Aldi's CCO explained at the time that they'd opted to prioritise 'value' of cheaper groceries sold in-store 'over convenience' of online shopping. 'The greater concern is the impact on cost structure as fundamentally keeping our costs low has a direct impact on the prices we can offer our customers,' he told the publication.
