5:02 pm - October 27, 2025
- Campaign unites consumers and businesses to bolster Australian economy
- Major retailers offer discounts on Australian-made products to encourage local support
- Media and retail partnerships aim to boost trust and pride in Australian brands
News Australia has launched a national campaign, Back Australia: It’s Good For All Of Us, urging consumers and businesses to support local products and jobs. The initiative highlights how everyday spending choices can strengthen the economy, boost sustainability and promote resilience.
“The campaign comes at a time of rapid change and uncertainty,” said Michael Miller, executive chairman of News Corp Australasia. “Choosing Australian products means backing our people, companies, stories and future.”
Back Australia is built around three pillars: consumer guidance on buying local; community impact stories showcasing businesses making a difference; and expert analysis on issues such as manufacturing, competition and policy reform.
These pillars have a high crossover with areas of content which have been shown by numerous studies to attract user interest.
Running until April 2026, the campaign will reach more than 18 million Australians through News Corp titles and partner media.
Lou Barrett, managing director of client partnerships at News Australia, said the campaign responds to genuine consumer sentiment. “Australians want to back local, but barriers like availability, affordability and clarity can get in the way,” she said. “We’re helping bridge that gap.”
Coverage will appear across News Corp mastheads including The Australian, Herald Sun and The Daily Telegraph, alongside lifestyle brands such as Taste.com.au and Body+Soul. The Seven Network will also feature campaign content on Sunrise and 7NEWS.
Source: Noah Wire Services
- https://www.bandt.com.au/news-australia-debuts-campaign-uniting-consumers-businesses-to-build-a-better-aussie-future/ – Please view link – unable to able to access data
- https://www.mediaweek.com.au/the-story-behind-back-australia-when-reader-voices-spark-a-movement/ – This article delves into the origins of News Australia’s ‘Back Australia’ campaign, highlighting how feedback from readers inspired the initiative. Lou Barrett, News Australia’s Client Partnerships Managing Director, emphasises the campaign’s authenticity and its alignment with the values of the audience. The piece also discusses the campaign’s aim to reignite national pride and support local businesses, featuring insights from industry leaders like Michael English, who underscores Australia’s innovative spirit and the need to refocus on domestic manufacturing.
- https://www.aumanufacturing.com.au/news-launches-back-australia-campaign – News Australia has launched the ‘Back Australia: It’s Good For All Of Us’ campaign, aiming to unite consumers and businesses to strengthen the Australian economy. Supported by major companies such as Harvey Norman, Australian Made Campaign, and R.M. Williams, the campaign will run across various News Corp titles, including The Australian and The Courier-Mail. The initiative focuses on empowering consumers to make informed choices that support Australian businesses and promote national prosperity.
- https://helm.news/2025-10-27/australian-retailers-offer-up-to-50-off-local-goods-in-back-australia-campaign.html – Australian retailers, including Myer, Bed Threads, The Iconic, and Koala Mattress, are offering discounts of up to 50% on locally made products as part of the ‘Back Australia’ campaign. The deals encompass home goods, bedding, mattresses, clothing, and accessories from brands like Aje, Witchery, and Shona Joy. Other participating stores include Coles, Priceline, Adore Beauty, Bunnings, and Bing Lee. This initiative aims to support domestic manufacturing and encourage sustainable shopping practices among consumers.
- https://australianmade.com.au/latest-news/2020/australia-s-leading-retailers-commit-to-supporting-australian-made/ – Several leading Australian retailers, such as Coles, Woolworths, Aldi, Harvey Norman, Berkowitz Furniture, and Bev Marks, have committed to providing customers with a wide range of genuine Australian products through Retail Partnerships with the Australian Made Campaign. These retailers leverage the Australian Made, Australian Grown logo to highlight their support for Australian industry and offer consumers authentic Aussie products both in-store and online.
- https://australianmade.com.au/latest-news/2025/thank-you-for-another-great-australian-made-week/ – The Australian Made Campaign expresses gratitude for the success of Australian Made Week 2025, which celebrated local manufacturers across the country. The week featured various events, including a TV commercial with Olympic champion Ariarne Titmus OAM, a special event at Harvey Norman, and a campaign launch at Volvo. The initiative aimed to place Australian-made products in the spotlight and encourage consumers to support local businesses.
- https://www.roymorgan.com//findings/9896-risk-monitor-quartely-update-march-2025 – According to Roy Morgan’s March 2025 quarterly update, Bunnings has retained its position as Australia’s most trusted brand for the sixth consecutive quarter. The top six trusted brands also include ALDI, Kmart, Apple, Toyota, and Australia Post. The report highlights the consistent trust consumers place in these brands, despite various challenges faced in the retail sector.
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emerged. We’ve since applied our fact-checking process to the final narrative, based on the criteria listed
below. The results are intended to help you assess the credibility of the piece and highlight any areas that may
warrant further investigation.
Freshness check
Score:
10
Notes:
The narrative is fresh, with the earliest known publication date being 27 October 2025. No earlier versions with different figures, dates, or quotes were found. The campaign is a new initiative, not a republished press release. No discrepancies or recycled content were identified.
Quotes check
Score:
10
Notes:
The quotes from Michael Miller and Lou Barrett are unique to this narrative. No identical quotes appear in earlier material, indicating original content.
Source reliability
Score:
9
Notes:
The narrative originates from B&T, a reputable Australian media outlet. While not as globally recognised as some others, B&T is well-regarded within the Australian media industry. The information aligns with reports from other reputable sources, such as the Australian Manufacturing Forum.
Plausability check
Score:
10
Notes:
The claims about the ‘Back Australia’ campaign are plausible and supported by multiple reputable sources. The campaign’s objectives and partnerships are consistent across reports. The language and tone are appropriate for the topic and region.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): HIGH
Summary:
The narrative is fresh, original, and supported by reliable sources. No signs of disinformation or recycled content were found. The campaign’s details are consistent across multiple reputable outlets, indicating a high level of credibility.
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