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Perth Now
7 hours ago
- Business
- Perth Now
Major city scores first Nando's drive-thru
Nando's is set to open its first-ever drive-thru in Australia, with a flagship restaurant in Melbourne's northern suburbs. The store will open in Roxburgh Park in Melbourne's north on Tuesday June 10 at 11am, giving hungry customers the chance to pick up some Peri Peri chicken for lunch without leaving their car. Nando's will open its first-ever drive-thru restaurant in Australia on Tuesday in Melbourne's north. visit. Alex Coppel Credit: Supplied To celebrate the launch of the flagship restaurant and drive-thru, customers will also be able to grab free quarter chicken and chips on the day of the launch – no purchase necessary and while stocks last. Drive-thru restaurants have become a key driver for revenue, making up approximately 60-70 per cent of overall revenue, according to QSR. The study found that 37 per cent of Australian consumers prefer to use the drive-thru method for ordering fast food compared to going in-store. Customers can get their hands on a free quarter chicken and chips when visiting the store. Alex Coppel Credit: Supplied Nando's Australia and New Zealand chief executive officer Amanda Banfield said the drive-thru marked the start of a new chapter for the restaurants, which has plans to expand further across the country. 'We've been privileged to be part of the Australian restaurant industry for 35 years and this marks yet another milestone of how Nando's is evolving,' she said. 'Over the next three years, we're planning to open another 25 Nando's restaurants across Australia and New Zealand, growing our workforce by 1000 people. 'Our goal is to open 70 new restaurants by 2030 – and Drive Thru's like Roxburgh Park are a key part of that growth story.' The new flagship restaurant will feature some of the business' 32,000 pieces of South African artwork, bustling Afro-Luso music, as well as bottomless drinks and the beloved sauce station.
Sydney Morning Herald
21-05-2025
- General
- Sydney Morning Herald
Melbourne cinnamon scrolls: Sebbys, Cinnabon, Candied Bakery, Hectors, Everyday Coffee, Heart Bakes
We taste five local buns, scrolls and 'Rhondas' and rank them against the American franchise. Quincy Malesovas May 22, 2025 , register or subscribe to save recipes for later. You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Save this article for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime. Sebby's scrolls are generously slathered with icing. Sebby's Scrolls Cinnamon scrolls have long been an Aussie bakery staple, but lately, they seem to be everywhere – in cafe cabinets, food courts and all over social media. The pillowy, heavily iced spirals developed by Swedish immigrants in the US are arguably the most iconic version of the form. It's this style of scroll that American chain Cinnabon has been perfecting for years, and recently introduced at Watergardens Shopping Centre, where queues form before the shop even opens. Independent venues are also embracing the rise. Caulfield South's Sebby's, which sells out regularly, is expanding to St Kilda; Red Hill's Red Gum Barbecue now has a cinnamon scroll bread-and-butter pudding on its menu. With every bakery adding its own twist, the quest for the perfect cinnamon scroll ultimately comes down to personal taste. But if you would like some guidance, here are six spots to hit. A cinnamon bun from Hector's Deli's new bakery spin-off. Alex Coppel Best icing Hector's fan-favourite buns use a laminated dough layered with a syrupy blend of cinnamon sugar. The result is a delicate, pull-apart texture that lies somewhere between a croissant and panettone. But the real highlight here is the icing, which has a higher proportion of cream cheese than most. While some cinnamon buns can lean sickly, this one's bright and tart. 33 Stewart Street, Richmond, Sebby's Scrolls. Kelsey Zafiridis Best cinnamon Sebby's is all about doing one thing well. Its scrolls are slightly denser than the squishy Cinnabon style, but what sets them apart is the Saigon cinnamon, which lends a sharper flavour than the more common Dutch or Sri Lankan varieties. It's balanced by a generous swirl of cream cheese icing or a dairy-free alternative, making it one of the few vegan-friendly scrolls around (for another solid vegan option, check out Mister Nice Guys in Ascot Vale). 367 North Road, Caulfield South, Best value Heart Bakes' scrolls are hefty – about 9cm high and almost doughnut-like in texture, doused in a liberal drizzle of icing. The cinnamon flavour is subtle, ideal for those who prefer a less intense spice. All baking is done on-site, and dining in means your scroll can be warmed to order. Can't make it to Port Melbourne? You'll also find them at its sibling cafe Heart Coffee in Richmond. 220 Bridge Street, Port Melbourne, 'Rhondas' crowned with cream cheese icing. Best non-traditional Everyday's take on the cinnamon scroll isn't the most traditional, but it stands out for its depth of flavour. Made from wholegrain brioche fermented for 24 hours, it's laminated with Lard Ass butter, dusted with cinnamon, and baked until flaky and crispy –almost like a palmier. The spice level is strong, rounded out by a thick dollop of cream cheese icing. Visit on a Tuesday to pair it with a coffee for $10. 36-38 Sackville Street, Collingwood, Candied Bakery's cinnamon scrolls also have a cult following. John Palermo Best traditional If a gooey cinnamon centre is your hallmark of a good roll, Candied delivers. Perfected over 11 years, its version is made with wholegrain flour and butter fondant for an extra soft, doughy interior. Thick frosting is swapped for a light glaze that doesn't push the boundaries of sweetness. It's not Cinnabon, but for a local brand, it scratches a similar itch. 136 Hall Street, Spotswood, Cinnabon's tightly spiralled buns. Best overall Nothing eats like the original. Cinnabon's owners launched the business with a mission to create 'the world's greatest cinnamon roll from scratch' and they've got the process down to a science. Dough is spiralled tightly with Makara cinnamon, an Indonesian variety exclusive to Cinnabon, resulting in five thick, buttery layers. It has a subtle saltiness that's not present in other rolls, and it's always served warm. 399 Melton Highway, Taylors Lakes, Restaurant reviews, news and the hottest openings served to your inbox. Sign up
The Age
21-05-2025
- Business
- The Age
Victorian state budget 2025: New maths checks for all government school grade 1s
Every grade 1 child in a Victorian government school will undergo a numeracy test from next year, as the state looks to lift the performance of primary students in the vital subject. Tuesday's state budget allocated $10 million to develop the check, described as a new early screening tool designed to help teachers identify students who are behind in maths and need extra support. The $37 million in new spending in the budget for maths teaching also includes $2.4 million for 'advanced maths camp' for 1000 year 9 and 10 students with enthusiasm and ability in the subject. Minister for Education Ben Carroll, pictured during a recent visit to Gladstone Views Primary School. Credit: Alex Coppel As part of its Better Fairer Schools Agreement with the Commonwealth, Victoria agreed to roll out an early years numeracy check by 2028, but state Education Minister Ben Carroll says the new funding will allow the check to begin two years early.
