MARS Petcare New Zealand
About MARS Petcare New Zealand
Mars Petcare ANZ is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pet food; dedicated to enriching the lives of pets and their families across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). As part of Mars, Incorporated—a global family-owned business with a rich heritage in pet care—Mars Petcare ANZ combines decades of expertise, innovation, and a deep commitment to animal welfare.
With a proud and long-standing manufacturing history in Australia spanning more than 60 years, we are a proud regional employer, employing more than 900 people across our Wodonga, Bathurst, Wacol and Melbourne sites. Our local manufacturing facilities are a testament to our commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability, enabling us to deliver fresh, nutritionally balanced products tailored to the needs of Australian and New Zealand pets and their pet parents. This enduring presence underscores our dedication to supporting local communities and fostering economic growth within the regions where we operate.
Our portfolio features some of the world’s most trusted pet food brands, including PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, ADVANCE®, OPTIMUM®, SCHMACKOS® and DINE®. We are obsessed with pet parents, and passionate about delivering best-for-you nutrition, supporting pets’ health and happiness at every life stage.
We believe pets make our world better. That’s why we invest in research, sustainability initiatives, and community programs that promote responsible pet ownership and environmental stewardship.
For more information, visit mars.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Contact Info
Name: Chris Morton
Title: Technical Project Lead – R&D
Phone: +61 403 713 989
Email: Chris.morton@effem.com
Address: MARS Petcare New Zealand, PO Box 11-534, Ellerslie, Auckland 1542, New Zealand.

