Why an iconic lolly is being discontinued after nearly a century

An iconic Australian lolly has been discontinued after almost a century.

On Tuesday, 3AW Drive was tipped off to news Allen’s will cease production of Fantales next month.

Allen’s spokesperson Margaret Stuart told Ross and Russel sales of the sweet treat have declined, but there’s also another factor at play.

Press PLAY below to hear why Allen’s has pulled the plug on Fantales

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