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When Chuckles stop being funny

Should the competition authorities jump in and prohibit retailers from insisting that suppliers supply them exclusively?

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When chuckles die: Absa lifts curtain on Woolies-Beyers row

Beyers Chocolates owed Absa R235m when it collapsed. Court papers reveal how a lost Woolworths contract and a Checkers recall sank the business

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ProNutro, Chuckles, and the lessons of ‘New Coke’

Companies have been messing with winning formulas for decades – and the recent insults to fans of ProNutro show lessons have yet to be learnt

What we’re drinking this week: Constantia Glen Saddle Red

Constantia Glen’s Saddle red blend is an easy-drinking red made for relaxed, everyday enjoyment. It’s the ideal winter weekend drink

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Did Woolies really have to buy in2food? And other Sens questions

The retailer’s food purchase raises more than a few questions, as do some of the director departures announced this week

What we’re drinking this week: DMZ Reserve Chenin Blanc

DMZ Reserve Chenin Blanc proves why South Africa excels at chenin – crisp, rounded and a standout on Woolworths’ Top 10 list

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Woolworths exorcises ghosts with in2food purchase

Deal-making hasn’t historically been a strong point for Woolworths. Its acquisition of in2foods may prove the exception

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Packing his bags: behind Bagattini’s surprise departure 

The departure of Woolies’ well-paid CEO may have as much to do with a new chairman as it does frustration over a sluggish turnaround

What we’re drinking this week: Lismore Pinot Noir

A delicate, floral pinot noir from Lismore that is perfect for the change of seasons

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Scoring while shareholders lose: why Woolies needs the Companies Act

Woolworths’ vexed relationship with shareholders is a great example of why changes to the Companies Act should be made law

What we’re drinking this week: Peach Paloma Non-Alcoholic Mocktail Concentrate

Woolworths’ Peach Paloma Concentrate is a pantry hero: refreshing as a mocktail, excellent in cocktails, and stylish enough to leave on display

What we’re drinking this week: Graham Beck Pinot Meunier MCC

Graham Beck’s Pinot Meunier MCC is a celebration of the red grape varietal, used the fine South African way

What we’re drinking this week: Capensis Silene Chardonnay

Capensis’s Silene Chardonnay 2023 is an elegant, high-altitude Cape white with citrus, peach and mineral finesse – a quietly luxurious weekend pick

What we’re drinking this week: Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Brut

Laurent-Perrier’s Cuvée Rosé brings bold berries, fine bubbles and effortless elegance – the ultimate way to toast Champagne Day in style

What we’re drinking this week: Alipús San Baltazar Mezcal

Alipús San Baltazar Mezcal brings smoky, fruity, herb-laced complexity to Woolies just in time for International Mezcal Day

WIN what we’re drinking this week: Woolworths Pinotage 100 Years Celebration Blend

Win a bottle of this special pinotage blend that Woolworths is releasing to celebrate the varietal’s 100-year birthday

What we’re drinking this week: Warwick Cabernet Sauvignon

Woolies has released 2-litre boxed and canned versions of this perennially popular Warwick wine

What we’re drinking this week: Paul Clüver Seven Flags Pinot Noir

A refined, cherry-bright pinot with spice, dark chocolate notes and a fresh finish – Paul Clüver’s Seven Flags is pinot perfection

What we’re drinking this week: Saronsberg Life Is Fine Shiraz

Saronsberg’s Life is Fine Shiraz: dark berries, spice and velvet, exclusive to Woolworths and crafted by Daniela Jansen

What we’re drinking this week: Santa Cristina Chianti Superiore

A smooth, cherry-laced chianti with Tuscan pedigree is our pick for special winter entertaining