The sun-worshipping, beach-dwelling, slow-living Australian stereotype has never been less accurate. Tech-based solutions and on-demand services are creating an expectation of convenience. But while brands cater to the speed with which Australians consume, are they at risk of sacrificing an emotional connection?

Around 80% of Americans eat fast food at least once a month. Hoping to get them swapping burgers for quinoa, Eatsa offers healthy lunches via a fully automated service. The brand boasts a data-led approach to making tasty and nutritious meals, but can it end a national obsession with junk food?

With millions of packages sent and received every day, there are lots of exciting prospects surrounding the future of delivery, from drones to local lockers. The co-founders of Skype are next in line, launching small, autonomous electric vehicles that travel down the pavement.

Australia is the home of the tanned, the active and the healthy. But is this stereotype true? Unsurprisingly, no. With long working hours and a steadfast commitment to a busy social life, Aussies are packing on the pounds. In the second of a two-part series, we look at what’s making Australia fat.