5 TAKEAWAYS | Compostables: A national, coordinated approach

Compostable packaging consists of plant-based, recyclable materials, meaning it is made, disposed of and breaks down in a more environmentally-friendly manner than traditional plastic packaging.

5 TAKEAWAYS | Finding the balance between the 2025 Packaging Targets and 2030 Food Waste Targets: From a Packaging Perspective

The 2025 Global and Local Packaging Targets and 2030 Food Waste Targets are fast approaching, what can we do to meet them?

Industry and Government launch new monitoring program to track progress towards 2025

The Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) have this week, released a program mapping out the framework to measure Australia's progress towards the 2025 National Packaging Targets.

Is save food packaging the answer to the food waste problem?

Food waste in Australia is now a whopping $20 billion problem for our country, with 34% (2.5 million tonnes) of food waste occurring in the household and 31% (2.3 million tonnes) in primary production.

No microplastics left behind with new home compostable wrap

Local Adelaide manufacturer BioBag World Australia have created a new clear, certified home compostable mailing film for Direct Mail Centre of Australia.

Combating Compost Confusion

Peak industry bodies recently collaborated on cutting the confusion over compostable plastic packaging, easing consumer pressure on brands.