Staging: Bakery & Baking News: Jan 13 - Australia (2 stories)
Tuesday, 13 Jan 2026
Here is your Daily summary for Bakery & Baking across Australia for Tue 13th January 2026
Hitex Confectionery has appointed Darren Butler as CEO, marking a significant shift in its operational strategy aimed at repositioning the business. This leadership change signals a commitment to revitalizing the company and adapting to market demands.
Meanwhile, Ferrero Australia has been awarded the 2025 Banksia NSW Sustainability Award for its efforts in sustainable practices within the primary industries sector. This recognition underscores Ferrero's role as a leader in sustainability, reflecting the growing importance of environmental responsibility in the baking and confectionery industries.
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Inside FMCG • 12 Jan 2026, 6:02am
Hitex Confectionery names Darren Butler as CEO
The appointment is part of the company’s operational transformation to reposition the business. The post Hitex Confectionery names Darren Butler as CEO appeared first on Inside FMCG.
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Baking Business • 12 Jan 2026, 2:01am
Ferrero Australia wins 2025 Banksia NSW Sustainability Award
Ferrero Australia has been named the winner of the Primary Industries and Regional Development Award in the Banksia Foundation’s 2025 NSW Sustainability Awards. The recognition highlights Ferrero’s leadership in sustainable […] The post Ferrero Australia wins 2025 Banksia NSW Sustainability Award appeared first on Baking Business.
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