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Foodstuffs Split Debate Heats Up | Auckland News
The big showdown over splitting Foodstuffs is heating up, with National pushing for a breakup of supermarket chains like Pak’nSave and New World to slash household costs—claiming up to $1,300 annually—but only kicking in by 2035. Foodstuffs fires back, demanding proof and highlighting their co-op structure, warning that some touted savings may just come from current national operations. Consumer advocates cheer for more competition, while Foodstuffs fears disruption and cost, especially since Woolworths wouldn’t be impacted the same way. National’s finance spokesperson insists independent…
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