Plant-based nutrition: Adelaide University researchers say a calcium-fortified faba bean milk prototype can improve texture and stability without hurting taste, bringing pulses closer to mainstream fortified plant milks. Fast-food value play: Domino’s Pizza Enterprises is reshaping its Australia push with bigger New York-style pizzas and a simpler menu, aiming to win back value-seeking customers after losing some during its shift away from heavy discounting. New product launches in drinks: Carlsberg and Asahi have launched Somersby Double cider in Australia, adding another option to the growing cider shelf. Food science & trials: Avecho’s insomnia cannabidiol soft-gel trial cleared to expand to full enrolment, while Neurotech International is running a late-stage autism study and has cleared a US pathway. Industry education: Australian Country Choice is appointing a full-time Agriculture Education and Engagement Officer to bring beef and farming careers into schools and training settings. Community food relief: A Benalla campaign will use a mobile Ford Ranger to collect at least 100kg of non-perishable food for local networks throughout September. Food & culture at scale: Floriade 2026’s “Feast of Flowers” theme is leaning hard into food with celebrity chefs, markets and workshops across Canberra’s spring festival.