date:May 29, 2014
operators such as McDonalds through its McCafe outlets and Gloria Jeans. These had developed a better understanding of the Australian shopping environment than the earlier Starbucks operation.
By contrast, the Withers-controlled Australian arm of 7-Eleven has grown to more than 600 stores across the country. It has become Australias largest convenience and independent petrol retailer. 7-Eleven recently announced its plans for expansion into Western Australia.
In 2010, the Withers groups 7-Ele