Residents in regional Victorian towns are fiercely opposing new McDonald's developments, citing threats to local character, traffic, and the environment.

McDonald's is investing up to $8.5 billion through 2036 into restaurant modernizations, AI integration, and a massive global workforce upskilling initiative.

McDonald's has lifted the price of its McSmart Meal to $7.95 following a year-long price freeze, reflecting broader inflationary pressures across Australia's retail and hospitality sectors.