Spring Gully Foods COLLAPSES: Beloved Adelaide Sauce Brand Leaves 34 Workers Out of a Job After 79 Years
- Iconic South Australian company Spring Gully Foods has gone into voluntary administration, leaving 34 workers without a job.
- The family-run business, founded in 1946, was known for its pickled onions, gherkins, and relishes, but rising costs and fierce competition from cheap imports proved too great to overcome.
- South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas has expressed his sadness at the loss of the beloved brand, saying it’s ‘always unfortunate’ to hear of a business closing.
The devastating news has sent shockwaves through the Adelaide community, with many mourning the loss of a true Australian icon. Spring Gully Foods, which was founded by the Mckee family in 1946, had been a staple in many Australian households for generations.
Despite surviving a near-closure experience in 2013, thanks to a wave of public support, the company was unable to overcome its latest challenges. James McPherson, of Meertens, was appointed administrator on Wednesday and confirmed that all operations have ceased, with the company’s remaining assets now up for sale.
In a heartbreaking development, Premier Peter Malinauskas expressed his sadness at the loss of the beloved brand, saying, ‘It’s an iconic brand, I like it myself… so it’s always unfortunate we hear a set of circumstances like this.’
The collapse of Spring Gully Foods is a devastating blow to the local community, with many workers left without a job just before Christmas.
The company’s failure is a stark reminder of the tough economic times facing many Australian businesses.
As the news of the company’s collapse spreads, many are taking to social media to express their shock and sadness at the loss of a true Australian icon.
The collapse of Spring Gully Foods is a devastating reminder that even the most beloved brands can fall victim to the harsh realities of the business world.