EPISODE · Mar 11, 2026 · 6 MIN
Heinz Wattie's propose closure of three manufacturing plants
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One of New Zealand's oldest and biggest food producers could axe 350 jobs and a bunch of beloved Kiwi brands. Heinz Wattie's announced this afternoon it's proposing to discontinue the sale and production of frozen vegetables, Gregg's Coffee and Mediterranean, Just Hummus and Good Taste Company dips. The proposal would result in the closure of three manufacturing plants in Auckland, Christchurch and Dunedin. E tu director Finn O'Dwyer Cunliffe spoke to Lisa Owen.
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One of New Zealand's oldest and biggest food producers could axe 350 jobs and a bunch of beloved Kiwi brands. Heinz Wattie's announced this afternoon it's proposing to discontinue the sale and production of frozen vegetables, Gregg's Coffee and Mediterranean, Just Hummus and Good Taste Company dips. The proposal would result in the closure of three manufacturing plants in Auckland, Christchurch and Dunedin. E tu director Finn O'Dwyer Cunliffe spoke to Lisa Owen.
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