APPEX 2027 is now open for registrations
18 September, 2026 | Supplied by: Exhibitions & Trade Fairs Pty LtdAPPEX 2027 registrations open for Australia's Processing and Packaging Expo, which is returning to the MCEC from 16–19 March 2026.
Facing the manufacturing workforce challenges of the future
17 September, 2026Skills shortages persist as manufacturing workforce demand is expected to grow over 12% by 2035, according to the National Manufacturing Workforce Plan 2026.
Funding to help expand global demand for Victorian dairy
16 September, 2026The Victorian Government has partnered with Dairy Australia on a program designed to help local dairy businesses strengthen trade across China, Japan and SE Asia.
Honey sensory innovator receives Seedlab Australia Churchill Fellowship
15 September, 2026Jessica Locarnini has been named as the inaugural recipient of this fellowship, supporting her work in developing honey sensory education in Australia.
Grants awarded to assist WA sheep producers and processors
15 September, 2026The second round grants of the Australian Government's $40m supply chain capacity program have been awarded to enhance on-farm and processing infrastructure.
Dr Mark Krstic is stepping down as MD of AWRI
08 September, 2026Following seven years of leadership and a total of 15 years of service to the AWRI, Dr Mark Krstic will be stepping down from the role at the end of 2026.
Tetra Pak appoints new Managing Director of Oceania
07 September, 2026 | Supplied by: Tetra PakMichael Wu has been appointed to lead the company's operations in Australia and New Zealand, as Managing Director of Tetra Pak Oceania.
ARBSQLD returns to Brisbane in 2027
07 September, 2026 | Supplied by: ARBS Exhibitions Pty LtdQueensland’s air conditioning, refrigeration and building services sector is gearing up for the HVAC&R industry event in June next year.
Aussie lolly brand to expand into the US market
03 September, 2026From 13 September, Australia-founded lolly brand FUNDAY will be launching five of its varieties into Target stores nationwide across the US.
Massey University expands its youth program across food and fibre sector
03 September, 2026The two educational programs planned for early 2027 are designed to provide Year 12 and 13 students with a first-hand look at the food and fibre sector in NZ.
NZ's winemaker and viticulturist awards announced
02 September, 2026Nick Lamain becomes the 2026 Young Winemaker of the Year, and Kris Godsall is the 2026 Young Viticulturist of the Year.
AIP celebrates World Packaging Day
02 September, 2026 | Supplied by: Australian Institute of PackagingThe inaugural World Packaging Day will be held on 6 September, to reflect on the critical role packaging plays in modern society.
SPC Global delivers growth while building local and international partnerships
31 August, 2026SPC Global delivers earnings growth and has also announced a proposed Middle East distribution partnership.
Record growth for food and grocery manufacturing sector, AFGC reports
27 August, 2026 | Supplied by: Australian Food & Grocery CouncilThe AFGC's State of Industry 2024–25 report shows record levels of turnover and employment, with food and grocery accounting for 33% of all manufacturing jobs in Australia.
Barry Callebaut appoints new Chief Operating Officer
27 August, 2026 | Supplied by: Barry Callebaut Asia PacificThomas Gaengler is joining Barry Callebaut as Chief Operating Officer on 1 September 2026, coming from Mondelez International.
