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At The Hive Awards in Sydney today, the Best Packaging category was won by Don Smallgoods, part of George Weston Foods, for its resealable flow wrap pack for sandwich fillers and other smallgoods. This innovative packaging is a departure from the conventional thermoformed packs and addresses consumer demands for better functionality, sustainability, and product visibility. Read more
Applications for the 2024 APCO Annual Awards are now open, and are open to all of industry to apply.
APCO has completed its nationwide roadshow engaging industry on its 2030 packaging strategy. Pippa Corry of philo & co attended the Sydney session and summarised the key takeaways for PKN.
The print community is mourning the sudden passing of industry titan Geoff Selig, executive chairman of the $1bn IVE Group, who has died while on holiday in Europe.
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The Macallan releases "meadow-packaged" whisky
16 May 2024The third edition of The Macallan’s annual Harmony Collection has been released, a series that highlights sustainable practices through innovative packaging techniques that feature natural materials.
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AIP partners with first Aussie Food Waste Challenge
16 May 2024The AIP is partnering with the inaugural Australian Food Waste Challenge, a first-of-its-kind program globally. The AIP will support entries for the packaging category and participate in the judging.
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Zero waste success for Kimberly-Clark Australia
16 May 2024Kimberly-Clark Australia (K-CA), a manufacturer renowned for the Kleenex, Huggies, and U by Kotex brands, has achieved zero waste at its Millicent Mill, successfully diverting 100% of waste from landfills.
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How brands can convert to sustainable packaging
17 Apr 2024Implementing sustainable packaging in a small-scale brand may pose challenges, but with careful planning, it's achievable says Anthony Partington, co-founder and creative director at Brandwell.
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HyperBarrier launched for paper-based flexibles
9 May 2024Sustainable packaging innovator, Smart Planet Technologies, has released HyperBarrier, a ternary nanocomposite coating designed for paper-based flexible packaging.
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Propak Industries delivers the difference
15 May 2024Propak has built its reputation as a successful and trusted packaging solutions company that delivers environmentally-responsible, world-class solutions to Australian growers, packers and distribution centres.
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PLAY PKN: Video Bulletin 17 May
17 May 2024In the news: The HIVE Awards, Don Smallgoods, APCO, Ravenwood Packaging, Kimberly-Clark Australia, Nutella, Abaris Printing, Currie Group, APCO Awards, Banksia Foundation.
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PKN Podcast Ep 91: with Pippa Corry of philo & co
15 May 2024In this episode, Lindy Hughson talks to Pippa Corry, founder and director of philo & co, about shaping a sustainable packaging future.
East Forged is at the forefront of the craft tea industry with its ready-to-drink Cold Brew Nitro Tea brand, positioning tea as a sophisticated beverage suitable for social occasions.
Australia Plant Proteins was the first company in Australia to develop and commercialise a plant protein isolate powder. It is at the forefront of innovative plant-based protein solutions and plays a key role in building Australia’s reputation on the global stage in this burgeoning industry.
Don is set to revolutionise the smallgoods market with the launch of its resealable flow wrap pack for sandwich fillers and other smallgoods.
