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Sky News AU
10 hours ago
- Business
- Sky News AU
McDonald's reveals new Chicken McWings, two dipping sauces will be permanently available on Australian menus after trial run
McDonald's has unveiled a permanent change to its menu set to take effect this week in stores across Australia. The fast food giant has confirmed Chicken McWings will now hold a regular place on Macca's menus in stores, drive-throughs and kiosks from Wednesday. Two new dipping sauces: smooth and creamy Ranch, and chilli and peppery Spicy Buffalo are also here to stay to accompany the chicken pieces, Macca's further revealed. Chicken McWings will be available in a three-piece serving with one sauce or a five-piece offering with two sauces, either on their own or in a meal. McDonald's Australia Marketing Director of Menu and Branding Amanda Nakad said the menu addition comes after a successful trial of Chicken McWings on social media. "It's been a while since we have added something new to the permanent menu, but the response to Chicken McWings during the trial made it clear: Aussies want more chicken options with their order," Ms Nakad said in a statement. "Chicken McWings are now claiming their spot next to other legends like the McChicken, McSpicy, McCrispy and Chicken McNuggets. "It's the golden era of chicken at Macca's - and we're just getting started." Popular Melbourne-based food influencer Nectorious Papi has lauded the menu change, saying the Chicken McWings have won him over. "My go-to combo is Chicken McWings with Ranch Sauce and a McFlurry to finish – it's seriously so good," he said in a statement. Chicken McWings can be purchased via drive-throughs, in-store kiosks, at the front counter and through the MyMacca's app. The fast food company has trialled a series of new items on its menu in the last couple of months, including limited-edition Vegemite fries as part of its summer menu. Last year, Macca's also released its McSmart Meal deal which is designed to give customers greater value for money while many Aussies feel the pinch financially amid a cost of living crisis. McDonald's recently recorded its largest drop in same-store sales in the United States since the Covid-19 pandemic at 3.6 per cent. Macca's also suffered a one per cent drop in global comparable sales in the first quarter of 2025.
Perth Now
14 hours ago
- Business
- Perth Now
Crispy, juicy and with some delicious sauces
McDonald's Australia has announced it's Chicken McWings are here to stay, adding them to their permanent menu from Wednesday. After a secret trial run at select stores, mainly on the east coast, the McWings became a social media sensation. Hungry fans were rapt with the wings coming in a golden, crispy coating that had just the right amount of crunch combined perfectly with the introduction of a new ranch dipping sauce and the returning spicy buffalo sauce. McDonald's spokesperson Amanda Nakad said the positive response during the trial period ensured their place on the permanent menu, alongside fan favourites the McChicken, McCrispy and the ever popular chicken nuggets. 'It's been a while since we have added something new to the permanent menu, but the response to Chicken McWings during the trial made it clear: Aussies want more chicken options with their order,' she said. 'It's the golden era of chicken at Macca's - and we're just getting started.' Chicken McWings and Ranch Sauce Credit: McDonald's Wings are available in either three or five piece, by themselves or in a meal, the three piece option comes with one sauce and the five piece option with a choice of two.
News.com.au
4 days ago
- Business
- News.com.au
McDonald's launches new outlet without burgers
Macca's is playing down the significance of CosMc's insisting it's just a 10 store trial. But, the Chicago based firm has hinted that if it works, it could go global – including to Australia which is one of McDonald's leading markets.
Courier-Mail
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Courier-Mail
Macca's releases cult item ‘taking over world' in new Happy Meal
Don't miss out on the headlines from Eat. Followed categories will be added to My News. A huge fast food chain has teamed up with a popular toy brand to give away a cult item that is 'taking over the world' in its Happy Meals. Macca's has announced Squishmallows — a brand of soft, plush toys known for its 'marshmallow-like' texture — will be available in its popular kids meals from May 29. The brand will have 14 characters available with expressions that are exclusive to the fast food chain. These included Rossi, the purple cheetah with pink spots, and Charles, the winking green pickle. But, there are even characters who are debuting as part of the range. This includes Halley, the intergalactic axolotl, and Theotto, a monster with dragon wings. Theotto is only available in Australia and New Zealand. As well as the physical toys themselves, there is also a scannable code that features a digital game. Macca's is releasing a cult item that is 'taking over the world' in its new Happy Meals. Picture: Supplied Squishmallows, a brand of soft, plush toys known for its 'marshmallow-like' texture, will be available in its popular kids meals from May 29. Picture: Supplied Amanda Nakad, the marketing director of menu and brand for McDonald's Australia, said: 'We're all about connecting our fans to culture, and these squishable plushies are all the rage right now so we're bringing the search for Squishmallows to Australia. 'This limited-time Happy Meal brings a taste of the viral toy sensation to Macca's, with the first McDonald's Squishmallows Squad. Whether you're joining the hunt to collect them all or just looking for a dose of happiness, there's a Squishmallow for every kind of fan with this new Happy Meal.' Meanwhile, Gerhard Runken, the executive vice president of brand and marketing for the company that makes Squishmallows, said: 'Our first McDonald's Happy Meal collaboration received such a massive global response that we're bringing it to Australia for the very first time. 'We couldn't think of a better way to celebrate our fans than with a Happy Meal featuring character favourites with unique, never-before-seen happy expressions and the debut of our newest Squishmallow Squad member Halley, making the search exciting as ever for fans worldwide.' Halley is only available in Australia and New Zealand. Picture: Supplied It's no surprise that Macca's has picked up this as its next Happy Meal toy, following the popularity of the item not only with children but with teenagers and adults too. The 'kidult' trend — items designed for kids but popular with all ages — has taken off in recent months. Footage has shown Aussies lining up at 3am for Labubu, a furry plushie featuring a bizarre grin and sharp teeth. The item has become the ultimate status-boosting item after soaring to popularity with huge celebrities such as Rihanna and Dua Lipa. Designed by Hong Kong-born artist Kasing Lung, the product is sold by Chinese toy company Pop Mart following a collaboration with Lung on his story series book The Monsters, released in 2015. A similar item — Jellycats — has also been a hit item with all ages, with David Jones telling 'We've seen strong demand for the brand and an increase in sales in not only their iconic bunny which they are best known for but also more niche/unique styles,' a David Jones spokesperson told 'There has also been a noticeable shift in the consumer who is buying this product, traditionally bought for children we have seen demand from Gen Z thanks to social media driving the trend among this group.' Originally published as Macca's releases cult item 'taking over world' in new Happy Meal
Daily Mail
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Love Triangle reunion explodes with savage showdowns, tears and one very public dumping - as Chrishell Stause goes full savage and ALI DAHER recaps every juicy moment
It's the episode we've all been waiting for - the Love Triangle season three reunion has finally dropped, and it's messier than a Macca's drive-thru at 3am. The reckoning has arrived and special guest host Chrishell Stause isn't mucking around. Dressed in head-to-toe judgement and ready to throw down, she holds this chaotic crew of singles accountable for their crimes against dating, common sense and televised decency. First in the firing line? Mike Gunner - yes, that Mike - the Married At First Sight alumni who clearly walked into this experiment thinking it was a sequel to his last one. Spoiler: It's not. He was pulled up quick-smart over his treatment of Melissa and Melinda. His response? A cocktail of denial, defensiveness and a sprinkle of casual sexism. 'Nah, that's not right,' he whines, before digging himself into a deeper hole by bringing up that Melissa is a mum. 'I've dated single mums before, and they're usually kind.' He then starts mumbling about 'moral superiority' and being picked on, as if he's the victim here and not the walking red flag he's been all season. Thankfully, we move on - straight into heartbreak territory with Payton and Jordan. On the surface, they've made it work. Cute! Except, no. We're forced to relive Jordan's jaw-dropping comments from earlier in the season where he described Payton in terms no man should ever utter unless he's ready to be publicly shamed on national TV. 'I asked for small, tanned, ethnic,' he once declared, as though ordering a side dish. Watching Payton sob as these words are replayed is genuinely hard to stomach. The poor woman held it together all season while this guy treated her like an afterthought. Jordan's apology comes only after Chrishell pries it out of him with the grace of a reality TV dominatrix. 'There is the reason of clout,' she purrs, delivering a line so cutting it could be used to slice prosciutto. Jordan just stares, like a man who's only just realised actions have consequences. Spoiler: they do. Payton deserves better. Period. Next? Ari and Nuri. The couple we genuinely thought might go the distance. But no - they've split. Apparently the long-distance thing was too much, which is odd considering Ari's still thinking of moving to the Gold Coast? Nuri says he might be open to revisiting the relationship… if she moves to him. That's when Chrishell delivers the line of the night: 'After that answer, Ariana, I would say do not pack your bags.' Pack. Unpack. Repack your self-worth, queen. Now onto Bernie - aka the human embodiment of an ick. The man has spent the whole season bouncing from woman to woman like a Labradoodle on red cordial, and now it's time to watch him squirm. We're forced to relive Jordan's jaw-dropping comments from earlier in the season where he described Payton in terms no man should ever utter unless he's ready to be publicly shamed on national TV We rewind to Bernie's charming commentary about Jazmin: 'I was expecting this one to be hot.' Classy! Jazmin, the goddess she is, tells him to work on himself. And honestly, if she had handed him a therapist's card and an Uber voucher, it would've been fair. But the drama isn't done. Enter Chloe. Yep - Bernie and Chloe's sneaky hookup plays out on screen and Emma and Beck both visibly combust. They are blindsided. Bernie's been tongue-wrestling Chloe while still 'exploring' things with the others. It's the romantic equivalent of hoarding takeout menus. Still, the twist none of us saw coming? Bernie dumped Chloe the night before the reunion. Yes, after all the lying, kissing, crying and faux-deep chats about 'connection', he pulled the pin the night before he was meant to defend their love on national television. Men really will do anything but go to therapy. When called out, Bernie insists he paid for a romantic trip, so clearly he was serious. When called out, Bernie insists he paid for a romantic trip, so clearly he was serious. 'That's literally the playbook of f**kboys,' Chrishell shoots back, barely blinking 'That's literally the playbook of f**kboys,' Chrishell shoots back, barely blinking. From there it's carnage. Bernie gets defensive. Chrishell isn't having it. At one point, even Mike tells Bernie to take accountability - and when Mike is telling you off, it might be time to reflect. Final verdict: Never go toe-to-toe with a woman who survived Selling Sunset. Especially not one holding your receipts in HD. And that's a wrap on Love Triangle Season 3 - a smouldering pile of breakups, regret, and emotional whiplash. Did anyone find lasting love? Unclear. Did we get the explosive drama we signed up for? Absolutely. Did Chrishell Stause just cement herself as Australia's newest reality TV icon? 100 per cent. Until next season, singles. May your triangles be less toxic and your apologies come before the group playback. Watch every episode of Love Triangle only on Stan.
