PLAY PKN: Video Bulletin 12 April

In the news: Smurfit Kappa, WestRock, BioPak, Huskee, Visy, Pact Group, Orora, Sustainable Packaging Coalition, Women in Packaging Awards.

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Food & Drink Business

Ready-to-drink cocktail company, Curatif, has completed a crowd-sourced funding campaign of over $1.4 million through OnMarket, supported by 613 investors. The company is gearing up to launch overseas, with a fulfilment partner already in place to take its online model into the UK.

Australia is globally recognised for its agriculture and has built a reputation as a trusted exporter of commodities to global markets. There is now a significant opportunity to build on those strengths. Australia’s Food & Beverage Accelerator (FaBA) director, Dr Chris Downs, explains how.

Entries are now open for the 2026 Melbourne Royal Wine Awards, celebrating excellence, innovation and craftsmanship across the Australian wine industry. The competition has grown to attract over 2300 entries annually.