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As the gold dust settles on the highly successful 2024 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards, coordinated by AIP, PKN has compiled this highlights reel for those who missed the event, or who may want to relive it.

Created and edited by PKN journalist Navan Kaur. Images by Oneill Photography.

Food & Drink Business

After matcha, hot honey, and Dubai chocolate went viral for Australian tastebuds in 2025, it’s Asian-inspired foods and fusions that are leading the charge this year. Pureprofile Australia senior account director, Kate Richards, shares insights on the latest trends in hospitality, and how they are impacting retail.

Leading wholesaler and distributor, Metcash, has awarded its top-performing supply partners of the past year at its 2026 Food Supplier of the Year Awards, with Asahi Beverages taking home the top award.

George Weston Foods (GWF) has acquired New Zealand bagel company, Abe's Bagels, as per capita bread consumption continues to fall across Australia, but demand for premium breads and bakery products grows.