RIVERINA FRESH

From crafting the perfect latte to enjoying your favourite cereal, our morning rituals deﬁne the day.

ABOUT US

Riverina Fresh is a proudly 100% Australian-owned business built on great service and genuine partnerships. For over 100 years have been manufacturing the highest quality fresh milk, cream and dairy products from the same factory in Wagga Wagga.

Our secret lies in the source. We exclusively partner with farmers in the Riverina region, who produce consistent fresh milk all year round. That’s why our milk truly tastes the best.

We’re unapologetically focused on quality, and it’s this dedication that’s earned us award-winning status and the ultimate stamp of approval: we’re not just a great tasting milk for everyday use but also the milk of choice for Australia’s top roasters and baristas.

Simply put, making great tasting dairy is what we do best.

OUR FARMERS

Great milk starts with great farmers.

Everything we do begins on farm. We source our milk exclusively from a dedicated group of farmers from the Riverina region who share our focus on quality, care, and consistency.

The Riverina region supports reliable, year-round production and it’s this consistency at the source that underpins the taste and performance of our milk.

We work closely with our farmers every day, and have a shared commitment to producing the highest quality milk.

When you choose Riverina Fresh, you’re supporting local Riverina farmers, regional communities, and over 100 years of Australian dairy expertise.

OUR STORY

Riverina Fresh has been part of the Riverina community for over 100 years, with a history shaped by local farmers, evolving industry needs and a relentless focus on quality.

1922 – The beginning
Our story starts in Wagga Wagga, where local farmers formed the Murrumbidgee Co-Operative Dairy Co, to process and supply fresh dairy to the region. The first product made was actually ice!

1920s -1930s – Butter Production
Butter was the main product made by the company in its first twenty years, with volume significantly increasing in the 1930s.

1940s–1970s – Growth and capability
Milk treatment and pasteurisation capabilities were introduced, strengthening quality and consistency. By the 1970s, operations expanded through partnerships and mergers leading to broader supply across regional NSW.

1980s – Expansion and diversification
The business continued to grow through acquisitions and new product lines, including yoghurt production and expanded dairy processing.

1990s – Evolving with the market
With changes in ownership and structure, the business adapted to meet shifting market demands, strengthening both manufacturing and distribution. By the late 1990s, Riverina Fresh had built a solid foundation as a trusted regional dairy supplier.

2000s – Building a modern dairy business
Riverina Fresh worked closely with its farmers following deregulation of the dairy industry in July 2000. In 2005, the business was acquired by Fonterra, and continued to invest in manufacturing and quality systems.

2016 – Back to independent ownership
Riverina Fresh returned to 100% Australian-owned, independent status - continuing to focus on local farmers, quality milk and long-term sustainability.

Today – Milk for coffee and beyond
Now operating across the Riverina, NSW/ACT and VIC, Riverina Fresh continues to produce award-winning milk, cream and dairy products. It's also a food service distribition business, that supplies a broad range of foodservice products to its customers across the East Coast of Australia. In 2025, it was awarded Grand Champion at the Australian Grand Dairy Awards for its Lactose Free milk.

While the business has grown, one thing hasn’t changed - our commitment to sourcing the highest quality milk from our farmers in the Riverina Region and delivering products that perform, every single time.