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Fonterra has signed on with Circular Communities Australia’s big bag recovery program, which gives large industrial plastic bags new life by turning them into products made from recycled content. Read more
NCI Packaging has revealed plans to introduce digital metal decoration technology to the ANZ market, with the installation of a new digital printing press scheduled for the second half of 2025.
The highly anticipated PKN Women in Packaging 2025 program has opened for entries. Backed by strong industry support, this prestigious initiative celebrates the achievements, leadership, and innovation of women across the Australian and New Zealand packaging industry.
Amcor’s $13bn merger with Berry has taken a significant step forward, with shareholders at both companies overwhelmingly approving the new combination.
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Paper 'bottoms up' on Cadbury Drinking Chocolate
12 Mar 2025Mondelez International is transitioning the packaging of Cadbury Drinking Chocolate in Australia to Sonoco’s EnviroCan with a paper bottom, replacing the traditional metal-bottom paper can.
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Wallies Lollies rolls out compostable packaging
13 Mar 2025Australian confectionery company Wallies Lollies is shifting to home compostable packaging for its Logo Sweets range, replacing traditional plastic wrapping with TIPA’s compostable alternative.
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Australasian Packaging Conference tickets on sale
12 Mar 2025Early bird registrations are now open for the 2025 Australasian Packaging Conference, taking place from 6-7 May at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth.
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[yellow tail] introduces new-look packaging
12 Mar 2025Australian wine brand [yellow tail] is making a significant global investment to refresh its image, enhance its market relevance, and drive long-term growth with a brand and packaging refresh.
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Billerud launches ConFlex HeatSeal paper
13 Mar 2025Billerud has developed ConFlex HeatSeal, a recyclable, heat-sealable paper material to replace plastic in packaging applications requiring strong sealing performance and recyclability.
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Tynic, Regina partner to cut conveyor line lubrication
19 Feb 2025Tynic Automation has partnered with Regina to help the Australian packaging industry cut down on conveyor line lubrication with the launch of the e-FAST conveyor chain material.
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PLAY PKN: Video Bulletin 7 March
7 Mar 2025In the news: NCI Packaging, Amcor, Berry Global, Insymmetry, Pact Group, BlockTexx, Pro-Pac Packaging, Patient Wolf, Multi-Color Corporation, Ball & Doggett, CDS Vic.
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PKN Podcast Ep 105: with Gilad Sadan
12 Mar 2025In this episode of the PKN Podcast, Lindy Hughson talks with Gilad Sadan, the Packaging Hippie, about current packaging trends in the fresh produce market.
Hang 10 Distillery was created by Deon Rowe and Marine Raynard after the ABC’s War on Waste series inspired them to find a way to tackle food waste by making sustainable spirits. Keira Joyce speaks to the pair about the road to making a world-first whisky with leftover sourdough.
Whether consumers are trying to drink less, eat more protein or focus on a more wholefood diet, understanding consumer behaviour is a key component for innovation, NPD, and growth in the food and beverage sector. Kim Berry looks at some of the main motivators in 2025.
Scientists from Hunan Agricultural University in China have developed a new strain of rice that emits up to 70 per cent less methane, aiming to tackle the 12 per cent of global methane emissions resulting from rice cultivation.
