Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Well, here we are in February with our Christmas holidays a distant memory and the kids heading back to school, which brings about the age old question, "what am I putting in the lunch box today?" On the topic of food, this weeks newsletter takes a look at the iconic Pringles packaging with it's first update in 20 years, Nestle announces they will be using recyclable paper... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Well after hundreds of newsletter stories over the past many years this is my final weekly round-up of what is happening across the myriad of issues which touch the packaging world. I have thoroughly loved putting this newsletter together each week and have been truly humbled by the many positive comments I have received over the years. By now you will have all seen the... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

As I countdown to the last newsletter of 2020 (next week) - indeed my last packaging newsletter! - I am struck by the pace of change coming. Lack of data, or the ability to interpret data in a timely fashion has been a key theme in NZ this past year, so the lead story is an interesting read for anyone looking for data management technological solutions. Keeping focused has... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In the newsletter this week - something for everyone CEOs, CFOs, CSOs, CMOs - or all of you who actually do these roles without the title!!! Enjoy. PRIVACY ACT 2020 - Effective 1st December 2020 The new Privacy Act 2020 makes some changes to how organisations and businesses need to manage personal information, giving more strength to the statement "keep it secure". If you... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In the newsletter this week. As the end of the year is fast approaching I thought I would reflect. In the last newsletter of November 2019 I commented: "As we are now firmly on countdown to the end of the year it is worth taking a pause and assessing how much your business has changed this year and if it hasn't then you really do need to pause for reflection, because the... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In the newsletter this week: Conscious Consumerism - its coming whether we are ready or not! Once again these articles deliver a wealth of further reading if you are interested - but at the top level the messages are simple we can't keep using the same growth models and metrics and with change comes opportunity. Time is running out to get your submissions in on the "Reducing... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In the newsletter this week - a mixed bag of insights and trends with plenty of additional reading in these articles if you want to delve deeper. Remember you can always go back to the newsletter - holiday reading anyone? - by accessing the newsletters through the website. Please note that you must have your log-in details to do that. If you have forgotten your password then... Read more here ».

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We have seen loads of changes in packaging design over recent years in response to changing public attitudes around waste and recycling. This week's stories elevate the strategic considerations, designing for circularity, embracing the opportunities from technology, the changing face of retail and what changing design looks like for one of the world's leading brands. Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This week's newsletter is the awareness issue! I don't really think anyone is in any doubt that all facets of sustainability have been growing in awareness for quite some time. I heard this characterised as as going from 'topic-to-trend-to-requirement'. But just because we are aware of something it is not a given that we know what to do with any particular insight. Hopefully... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In the newsletter this week - opportunities! The world is changing around us, accelerated by Covid. Time will tell what shape the 'new normal' will take but judging by the stories this week there is certainly plenty happening not least in our own backyard with a massive amount of funding going into circular economy research here in NZ. Aspect PT have released their latest... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In the newsletter this week we cover the big ideas, the people and skills we will need to implement these, the strategies businesses will need to be thinking about and the sort of policies which are needed to provide surety for business and consumers alike - phew it's a big read this week! It's not too late to register for this year's AIP Virtual Australasian Packaging... Read more here ».

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In the newsletter a few weeks ago I made the observation that when global companies start to make significant changes then tipping points are coming. Framed nicely by the lead story this week from Greenbiz which details a whole host of announcements made at the 2020 Climate Week summit - wow - tipping points are here! UPCOMING EVENTS Upcoming webinar: ‘Ensuring the... Read more here ».

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It is a mixed bag in the newsletter this week, reflecting the myriad is issues facing businesses going forward. Whilst New Zealand grapples with localised issues it is worth noting what is happening globally because to lesser or greater extents NZ businesses will have to adapt to our changing world. Climate change will bring its own sets of challenges and McKinsey provides... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In this week's newsletter I struggled to decide whether to end the collection of stories with the perception vs practice story or lead with it. It is the chicken and egg scenario - Will industry's innovation drive consumer sustainable practices or will consumer pressures around sustainability drive industry innovation? In my opinion the problem is at the heart of the... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

The theme of the newsletter this week is the movement away from fossil fuels. Whilst clearly this is not imminent the momentum is growing. This will have a profound impact on the packaging industry as these articles illustrate. Stranded assets are real concern when planning for investments which only address today's use of plastics; When the world's leading brands such as... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In the newsletter this week - "Are we on the same page?" One of the biggest challenges, in my opinion, moving forward will be the breaking down of silos. We all talk collaboration but how much is actually happening? We all intellectually understand the interconnected nature of everything but how much effort do we put into connecting the dots that matter? How do we bridge... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

On the face of it this week's collection is a mixed bag with no obvious thread - not so if we consider the latest release from Associate Minister for the Environment Eugenie Sage More action on waste – Government funds recycling infrastructure, moves to standardise kerbside collections . The lead story is about a massive new recycling facility being planned in the USA.... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This week's collection of articles for the newsletter reflect some of the topics which have been the subject of recent Government announcements. To recap: Waste levy scheme expands, recycling infrastructure funded Regulated product stewardship required for six priority products Reducing the impact of plastic on our environment Covid-19 CONTACT TRACING From midday today... Read more here ».

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Well here we go again! AUCKLAND - ALERT LEVEL 3 THE REST OF NZ - ALERT LEVEL 2 A REMINDER OF WHAT THAT MEANS It is vital that everyone takes this seriously - we do not want to provide any opportunities for Covid-19 to get into one of our workplaces or our homes. Follow the rules and hopefully this will be short and sweet. ________________________________________ AUCKLAND -... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This week's newsletter is brought to you against the backdrop of recent announcements from the Ministry for the Environment which will impact all of our members. The featured articles in this weeks newsletter highlight the issues faced by packaging companies when it comes to trade-offs balancing safety, efficacy, recycling. These articles are framed by the first feature... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In the newsletter this week we are featuring interviews with industry heavyweights. Each is well worth reading if you have a spare 15 mins or so. I am confident that there are nuggets of information and opinion in these interviews which will appeal to everyone. In my own opinion and observation the urgency expressed by global conglomerates for changes can be difficult to... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Scary or energising - or maybe a bit of both - however you choose to regard our new realities there is no doubt times are a'changing. This week doesn't fit as easily with a theme as I usually aim for - except to say that overwhelmingly Covid has hit a re-set button. If anyone ever questioned if sustainability would be slow to return to the agenda post-pandemic that isn't... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Sustainability is the theme this week. Whilst much is being made of the potential for the "new normal" in no area does this manifest as much as in conversations around sustainability - more specifically the ascendancy of the social pillar of sustainability. Upcoming training opportunities: ON-LINE TRAINING COURSE from the AIP: Future of Sustainable LabellingTuesday 21st July... Read more here ».

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In the news this week another collection of forward looking articles driven by the change brought on by the pandemic. I know that terms such as the "new-normal" are thrown around often reflecting more hope rather than any tangible evidence that things are now different - but this collection shows that things have indeed changed, maybe subtly at the moment - but the... Read more here ».

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The lexicon is shifting again - the "new" normal is now the "next" normal, leaders are being urged to find "untrodden pathways", the "social" pillar of sustainability is now broken down to "empathy, trust, health and safety" and recycling is being "revolutionalised" by machine learning and AI. There is lots to absorb from this week's featured articles! Member News Aspect PT... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In the features this week we look at how a post-Covid world is shaping up. It might be early days yet, and clearly much has yet to come to pass before there is a settling in to this new normal - but understanding discussions across different industries across the globe helps with fresh thinking for all of our businesses. Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

The theme for this week's collection of features is interconnectedness. Before the pandemic crisis we featured collaboration stories quite a lot. It was already clear that the days of siloed behaviour were numbered - but the reality is that we have to do more to find ways to bridge the gap between the intent to collaborate and creating meaningful collaboration. There are... Read more here ».

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Level 1 - Yay we made it! But it is clear that things aren't going to "get back to normal" any time soon - in fact I think most would generally agree that we are facing a 'new normal'. However, what shape that will take is still very much up in the air. Under these conditions it is difficult to commit to future plans. That said, some fundamentals remain such as the drive... Read more here ».

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"Pivoting" a word which is rapidly joining the realms of all the other over-used epithets such as "Sustainability", "Eco", "Green" .... the list goes on. This week's collection of articles is about what next for consumer habits and goods and therefore by extension packaging. However to give the articles some context the first feature "How America became addicted to Food... Read more here ».

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Recycling is the theme of the newsletter this week. With stories from the US, Germany and Australia what strikes me is the similarities of the issues facing New Zealand. There is alot to be learned from understanding what others are doing and taking the best of those learnings which can be translated into the New Zealand context - because despite the challenges which clearly... Read more here ».

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In the newsletter this week - supply chains. After the immediacy of dealing with issues associated with lockdown attention is now being turned to challenges across the supply chain, the realities of global supply chains, building resilience so business can be better prepared and of course the opportunities these issues present, including how we design our products of the... Read more here ».

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A mixed bag in the newsletter this week. We cover the circular economy, recycling, waste management and sustainability. If there is a theme this week it is that each of these stories contains links to further stories so you can choose how much or how little you want to dive into each issue. AND THE WINNER IS ..... Over two days the delayed 2020 PIDAs were held virtually.... Read more here ».

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The focus of this week's newsletter is people. Many of us are still working from home, juggling our domestic life with our professional life so I thought I would make the newsletter this week all about how people are coping in these strange times and give some insight into the future workplace and how we might need to look at pivoting our skill-sets to adapt. I am well... Read more here ».

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Another week and another collection of Covid stories! I do try to find stories which don't have a Covid angle but, no, it is still remains the only story in town!! So rather than avoid it I try to focus on the stories which are examining how things have changed as a result of the pandemic, and more importantly for members, try to get a sense of "what next?" looks like. I am... Read more here ».

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Here is the latest information which affects your businesses: Next week we move from Level 4 to Level 3 - what does this mean for your business? The EMA have produced an excellent resource document to provide guidance on Safe Work Practices under COVID-19 Alert Level 3 for manufacturers not registered with MPI. CLICK ON THE LINK. The Covid-19 Government website also... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

The featured articles this week are a bit of a mixed bunch, but the central theme running through them all is a future focus. As we in New Zealand are (hopefully) anticipating a step back from Level 4 lockdown, the talk now is on what next? Like every other sector of society the future will be about adaptability, flexibility and finding new opportunities. What we do know is... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Interestingly I haven't found it so easy to source feature articles for you this week. Not that there isn't a shortage of stories out there - but with only one topic of conversation on everyone's lips it is hard to pick out genuine gems of insight. I think we can all agree that life as we know it is unlikely to be the same post Covid-19, and as in all times of adversity... Read more here ».

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In a time when absolutely nothing is normal I thought I would make an attempt at normalcy by introducing Packaged Up Weekly back into the working week . It has probably come as no surprise to anyone that packaging is considered essential. The immediate requirements of ensuring that food, beverage and other necessary consumer goods can be packaged for distribution is rightly... Read more here ».

PACKAGING NZ MEMBERS: UPDATE 29 MARCH 2020

The Ministry of Health has released new guidance on protective equipment for people in essential jobs that may require physical or close contact. Since many in the packaging industry are essential workers it is important that you are fully informed about this new guidance. This information can also be found on the COVID-19 website. Ministry of Health guidance on PPE for... Read more here ».

Packaging NZ Members: UPDATE 27TH MARCH

As we go into Day 2 of the lockdown the initial flurries of panic, confusion and mis-information are starting to settle down as we all start to accept our new reality. ESSENTIAL SERVICES UPDATE There have been further updates to this that you should be aware of: Critical support services: These are the services that are necessary to ensure businesses and workers can continue... Read more here ».

Packaging NZ Members: UPDATE 26TH MARCH

Good morning everyone Things are still changing on a daily basis with regards to essential services and requirements. We are doing our best to keep up with these and keep you informed whilst also balancing this with information overload which isn't always helpful either. As we settle into 'lockdown' I expect things will become more clearer and more stable. Packaging NZ is... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Members - LATEST UPDATE

Hi everyone Since we got confirmation regarding the status of packaging being an essential service where is supports, food. beverage and essential goods such as medical, PPE equipment there has been further clarification of exactly who qualifies as essential and who does not. This information can be found here: Essential services The Ministry for Primary Industries has just... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update - SPECIAL EDITION

As we move into unprecedented times packaging , production and processing of food and beverage products is recognised as an essential service: To read the full list of essential services click HERE There is no shortage of information and help available for businesses which is being updated regularly so it is important to ensure that you keep up to date with any changes. The... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In a week which has been dominated by all things Coronavirus I have decided to only include one article on this topic, and instead focus on the future, how is is changing and how bright it is looking . So leading off is the 2020 edition of the Food & Beverage Investor Guides. I know it is stating the obvious - to this audience anyway! - but packaging is the key enabler... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Leading the line-up of articles this week is a report from Sustainability in the Digital Age. It is a long report but packed full of powerful graphics. In the introduction it makes the point that "Society is increasingly interconnected through and dependent on both the natural and digital worlds." In my opinion, a lack of understanding on the interconnectedness aspect of... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

In this week's collections of featured articles we start with the National Geographic piece which is well worth reading. It covers the much broader picture of the circular economy and has some amazing graphics. The key message however is that on the macro stage progress is slow. In contrast, the other featured articles demonstrate how much the packaging industry has embraced... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

If nothing else this weeks featured articles demonstrate that contradictions still abound when it comes to the meaning of sustainability, the capability to be 'sustainable' and how much of a premium can really be applied to 'sustainable products and services'. Hopefully there are some gems of information to be gleaned from these articles. One area that has always been full... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This week's collection of stories starts with a look at life in NZ in 500 years time. Now, whilst none of us will be around to see if this is what really happens, what resonated most with me in the Idealog story was not so much the (possible?) technology of tomorrow but the mindset changes which start today: "Design Thinking brought specialists together to solve wicked... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

The theme this week is sustainability and just as last week's newsletter demonstrated how dynamic and responsive the packaging industry is, this week demonstrates how the macro world of 'sustainability' is evolving to respond to the challenges facing society today. Perhaps the most interesting thread which is woven throughout these stories is how sustainability is being... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

With all of the negative sentiments surrounding packaging these days it is easy to forget just how responsive and dynamic this industry actually is. This weeks collection of stories is all about the consumer experience and gives a great snapshot of trends, innovation and what not to do! I hope that these inspire you all to consider putting in an entry to the 2020 PIDAs.... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This weeks collection of stories takes a broader look at challenges companies will face in the coming years, in particular through the lens of climate change. ITS NOT TOO LATE (but it soon will be!!) Submissions to the Reducing Waste: A more effective landfill levy discussion document close 3rd February 2020. These proposed changes will have significant impacts to the cost... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Happy New Year and welcome to the 20's! Whilst every year starts with the promise of new opportunities - starting a new decade ramps this sentiment up to a new level. For Packaging New Zealand changes this year are imminent and if you didn't catch up with the big announcement we made just before the holiday break then you can read it here. The 2020 PIDAs are now only around... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Well I can't say it any better than the intro from today's opening story: "That’s (nearly) it folks! While this decade isn’t quite over, the end of 2019 and moving into 2020 has a feeling of change. And looking back, there have been massive changes over the past 10 years." Just looking to our own back yard and the changes which have come thick and fast over the... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Together with the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) we are delighted to announce that entries have opened for the 2020 PIDAs. For full details on all of the categories, criteria and where to get your entry forms CLICK ON THIS LINK. The Kiwis were the big winners in the 2019 programme so let's see if we can do the same in 2020!! Not surprisingly this week's newsletter... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Opportunity knocks! As we are now firmly on countdown to the end of the year it is worth taking a pause and assessing how much your business has changed this year and if it hasn't then you really do need to pause for reflection, because the demands for change are set to take another leap forward next year as consumer pressures continue to mount, and , as the last story this... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This week's theme is future focused. Not an original theme, because I see a key function of bringing you a weekly round-up of stories from around the world, is keeping you abreast of trends, standards, regulations etc. What I like about each of the stories this week is that you can take a quick look, or there is plenty of more detailed information which you can download for... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This week's collection of stories lend themselves to doing things differently; the progress we are making, guidance for new directions, technology which already exists but is not yet in widespread use and how taking a 'back to the future' approach is likely to unlock new opportunities either directly or indirectly. I have also chosen two of the stories this week for their... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This weeks collection of stories centres around the theme of sustainability. The issues facing the globe today require us to elevate thinking to take a more holistic approach, because a tweak here and there, a material ban or two, or simply swapping one obviously 'bad' behaviour, for one which is simply 'less bad' is really not going to cut it. I hope that these stories... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

The theme of this week's newsletter is centred around the first story: the impact that the circular economy will have on the workforce. With businesses across all sectors, and across the globe, adapting to new paradigms it is inevitable that this will create new job opportunities, change the focus of existing roles and require development of new skills to implement emerging... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

The purpose of the newsletter is to offer up the stories, discussions and rhetoric swirling around our world - because if we aren't aware of contrary and confronting opinions how can we credibly promote a balanced conversation about the benefits and challenges facing our industry? Today's newsletter sits in the confronting space. At a time when the industry is facing... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Regardless of whether the thought of Christmas, or more specifically Christmas shopping, fills you with glee or absolute dread - the big day is only 11 weeks away!!! So this weeks issue of the newsletter looks at shopping, clothes, gifts, food, covering what is important to today's purchasers, how on-line platforms and delivery models are opening up new opportunities for... Read more here ».

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If the word "circular" has taken on a life of its own then hot on the heels is the other c-word "collaborate". Whilst I would suggest that we have a long way to go on both counts I am encouraged by the green shoots of "collaboration" which are becoming more tangible and evident by the day. Members McDonald's and Huhtamaki have announced an initiative aimed at turning wasted... Read more here ».

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The most concerning aspect about the proposal to make packaging a priority product, is the timeframe anticipated to get any regulated scheme in place (1-3 years) post declaration of a priority product. As this week's collection of stories tells us businesses are moving - now! Perhaps it is the trend not to be shouting this from the rooftops which is giving the impression not... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

One sentence from the lead story this week sums up the theme "Don’t tell me if we can cut global CO2 emission by half, we can’t fix packaging". Essentially the message is, focus on the big picture/the big existential threat of climate change and rabbit holes such as those being chased under the banner of 'sustainability' will be fixed by default. I like this... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

I have been reminded this week just how essential it is for New Zealand to develop a 'top-down' framework to manage sustainability, waste, recycling, the circular economy, et al. Attending the extremely well supported Sustainable Business Network's workshop "The end of plastic as we know it" to the Packaging Forum's AGM and industry event where there was agreement to pursue... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

With so much focus on the environmental evils of over packaging, plastic packaging, discarded packaging it is worth taking stock about why we have so much packaging begin with. As I often find myself repeating "we (the consumer) don't buy packaging - we buy products" this collection of stories perfectly demonstrates the diversity of packaging 'value', but also illustrates... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Why, what and how are the themes for this week. The lead story is a fascinating read on common cognitive bias when faced with a choice between a rock or a hard place - a not uncommon situation when facing the conflicting demands between the role of packaging and the issue of packaging waste! The next story is a perennial global problem, the lack of globally accepted... Read more here ».

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In an announcement last week the Associate Minister for the Environment released a public consultation document "Proposed priority products and priority product stewardship guidelines" - these products include packaging (beverage packaging, single-use plastic packaging). This is the first time that a government has contemplated using powers under the Waste Minimisation Act,... Read more here ».

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If anyone is in any doubt about the really exciting opportunities being created by the global waste and recycling crisis then you need to read these articles! Across the board, and across the world, scientists and businesses alike are attracting significant funding, entrepreneurs are putting their expertise into new projects, and real world problems are being offered real... Read more here ».

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This week's collection of stories illustrates perfectly our new operating environment. The Interview between Ellen MacArthur and Walter Stahel continues the discussions around the opportunities of circularity and the McKinsey report details how packaging solutions are "poised' for take off" in response to trending tailwinds. But in the mix are policymakers who are struggling... Read more here ».

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This week's collection of articles broadly represent the sorts of issues which have led to the decision to re-position Packaging New Zealand. Providing a strong voice which is forward thinking and compelling is the reasoning behind the announcement at last week's AGM that we are actively working with the Packaging Forum to determine the shape of one organisation in New... Read more here ».

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In the month when the plastic bag ban came into force, it is hard not to think that we have missed an opportunity for a much harder conversation; what does a plan for New Zealand look like? This week's collection of stories demonstrates all too well that, actually, we are not alone when it comes to the relative inertia experienced in the face of truly global challenges.... Read more here ».

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Another positive newsletter demonstrating the scale of changes affecting the packaging world. What connects these stories is the changing lexicon; 'sustainability' is now framed in the 'circular economy' conversation reflecting a broader approach, with emphasis on the economic opportunities of going circular, whereas the term 'sustainable' was largely synonymous with cost!... Read more here ».

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This week's theme is all about confronting the need for change, or perhaps more accurately how confronting change is going to be. From the lead story Don't just be the change, Mass Produce It - where, for me, the sentence which really stood out was " Here we crash headlong into one of the most painful, difficult and confusing realities of life today: varying our lifestyles... Read more here ».

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This weeks collection of stories is centred on the consumer. Massive changes are afoot in the world of consumerism and against a backdrop of every increasing retail opportunities, the packaging industry will need a whole range of strategies if we want to engage consumers so that the role of packaging is understood in the context of wants and needs, if we want to educate... Read more here ».

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If last weeks stories centered around "are we listening?" then this weeks featured stories show that there is lots of listening going on which is driving creativity and innovation. I have also included this week a link to a new report and a two-part special feature. The primary purpose of the weekly newsletter is to keep you up to date with information and trends so if there... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This weeks collection of stories could be categorised as "are we listening?" Changes are afoot at the regulatory level across many jurisdictions which might not impact New Zealand directly, but in this globally connected world our companies operate in, we are unlikely to escape the impacts. Similarly, in the court of public opinion support for reducing plastic waste... Read more here ».

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This weeks collection of stories is loosely built around communication - or more accurately how do we ensure that our conversations are articulate and clear so we can foster engagement and inspiration - the building blocks for meaningful action to tackle society's challenges. Packaging operates in a complex eco-system and if we are to communicate the role and benefits of... Read more here ».

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Last Friday the Government announced their plan to 'recharge recycling' with a series of measures following recommendations from the taskforce it set up last last. You can read the full statement from Associate Environment Minister, Eugenie Sage HERE. With high hopes that this will deliver some game changers in the way we do things here in New Zealand and given that the... Read more here ».

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What links this week's stories is that addressing consumerism, or more accurately engaging consumers, remains elusive! There are some really good messages in these stories and probably a few uncomfortable truths too. What a fantastic week seeing our members winning big at the 2019 PIDAs and the Pride in Print Awards - well done to all! Whilst I have posted details on the... Read more here ».

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One week to go and we will know who has successfully secured a 2019 PIDA! The PIDA platform was created to provide a focal point for the Australasian packaging industry to showcase the scale and scope of design and innovation within this industry. It further provides a gateway to the Worldstar Packaging Awards which takes regional winners and puts them on the world stage. As... Read more here ».

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Packaged up Weekly is back! In the time I have been away New Zealand has had to face events which were previously only seen on our TV screens, in other countries, and my heart goes out to all of those who have been affected by the tragic events in Christchurch. When it comes to the ongoing dialogues around circularity, waste and recycling and the wider issue of... Read more here ».

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Kermit said it best all those years ago "It's not easy being green!" This collection of articles really demonstrates the complexities and conflicting dialogues across, governments, industry and society - but framed positively articulates extremely well that 'old' thinking needs to be firmly relegated to the past in favour of a holistic approach to waste and recycling which... Read more here ».

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With the operating landscaping changing rapidly I have focused on finding articles which provide good information you can use in your own presentations. The issue of compostable packaging is still an area of much confusion and mis-information, everyone is talking the circular economy but exactly how do we measure progress in that space, APCO has released its latest report... Read more here ».

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There is no doubt that the challenges we are facing need collective energy and collaborative spirit - but as our first article this week demonstrates we need to make sure that our partnerships are the right partnerships. The rest of the newsletter is dedicated to stories about design and innovation. Entries to the 2019 PIDAs will close on 8th March - so not much time left to... Read more here ».

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I made the remark late last year to a number of people that I felt we had "reached the end of the beginning". There was nothing particularly esoteric in this comment - just simply an observation that whilst all things sustainability had been on the radar for many years, the old 'models' were quite simply no longer fit for purpose and a new era was upon us. This week's... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This week's collection of stories doesn't include any packaging stories per se - but rather takes a more nuanced view of our world. Increasing trends of products as services will affect packaging requirements for products; the ability to upcycle products and packaging will filter back to packaging design; and anyone caught napping when it comes to stepping up their own... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This weeks newsletter has a large focus on consumers - how they are being influenced and educated. We know that long term solutions to sustainability is not simply the purview of governments and industry - without active engagement from the consumer no amount of government regulation or industry innovation will see society as a whole realizing the balance between people,... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

One of the key features of your weekly newsletter is providing a wide scope of information which members can use in their research and data gathering to inform and support their own work (members can also access all the back issues of the weekly newsletter through their member login on the website). Unsurprisingly Davos provided the platform for several new reports a couple... Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

Welcome to 2019! Predictions suggest that 2019 will be a crucial year for industries involved the packaging and waste management value chain. They will have to take the lead on solving some of the problems related to plastic packaging in particular, including pioneering the use of suitable alternatives, and finding ways to prompt changes in consumer behaviour. This weeks... Read more here ».

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Welcome to our last newsletter for the year - and the first in the new format! We have been busy over the past couple of weeks getting the new-look website all up and running so we can hit the ground running in 2019. We hope that everyone loves our new site and we look forward to sharing more stories, more news, more of what our members are doing. Read more here ».

Packaging New Zealand Member Update

This week's edition of Packaged Up Weekly is a bit of a mixed bag - a nod to all the different issues being played out across our industry. Last week I attended the Society of Plastic Engineers (SPE) ANZ conference. What struck me the most was the frustration felt by seasoned professionals that the 'crisis' we now find ourselves in, could, and should, have been if not... Read more here ».

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This week's selection of stories looks at packaging innovation and the changing requirements for packaging formats. Entries for the 2019 Pride in Print Awards has just opened and we expect to open entries to the 2019 PIDAs very shortly. Anyone who is considering putting a packaging entry into the Pride in Print Awards - consider entering it into the PIDAs too! We also have a... Read more here ».

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Building on last week's themes we continue with a macro view of 'mega trends' which are shaping the business world. I don't believe it is an exaggeration to say that we are on the cusp of massive changes which will impact business massively. I have been following GreenBiz for many years and had the pleasure to attend their annual conference a few years ago. It is usual for... Read more here ».

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The key news this week is the significant announcement which has been made by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation in collaboration with the UN Environment, which has commitments from over 250 organisations worldwide,including New Zealand, to eradicate plastic waste and pollution. The other newsletter stories give some indication how this commitment is aligning with policies being... Read more here ».

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This weeks newsletter features some of the themes which are shaping our world and by extension driving perceptions and dialogues about the packaging industry and the companies operating in this sector. Packaging operates in a contradictory space being both a waste preventer and a waste creator, but Packaging New Zealand's message is clear that tackling the impacts of... Read more here ».

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I often start a presentation with the comment "packaging touches everybody, everday". I then go on to talk about how we have blurred the lines between what we need from packaging and what we want from packaging - in essence todays packaging reality is less about what packaging is and more about what packaging does. Today's collection of stories supports these comments and... Read more here ».

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The theme this week is loosely based around the waste hierarchy. This has been the prevailing 'guideline' for waste management since its introduction back in 1975. The first story addresses consumption - pointedly saying that simply swapping one material for another is really missing the point altogether. Moving down the hierarchy we have a story about the evolution of... Read more here ».

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The "Mood of the Boardroom" report has been released today and we have picked up on one of the issues CEOs were surveyed on - that of climate change. Food waste is a global issue and has significant implications on GHG emissions. The role of packaging to prevent food waste is as substantial as it is under-reported. While we continue to be dominated by negative rhetoric... Read more here ».

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Four stories summing up last week's Foodtech Packtech experience! Design and innovation were the drawcards as people engaged with a selection of the 2018 PIDA winners. The conversations were diverse and covered all the issues the industry is facing today; what to replace plastic with; materials technology; recycling technology. This weeks selection of stories demonstrates... Read more here ».

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This week's newletter is coming to you from Foodtech Packtech where, in conjunction with the AIP, we are absolutely delighted to be featuring our PIDA award winners. It is not too late to register to attend and if you are looking for a reason then on Thursday morning 10.00am, we have a fabulous two-hour seminar covering topics: Fighting Food Waste, Save Food Packaging,... Read more here ».

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So do we know how we got here and more importantly do we know where we are going? Given that here in New Zealand this is the last week to have your say on the proposed ban of single-use plastic shopping bags I thought it would be timely to explore some articles which give a good overview of the history associated with the global rise of plastic products and packaging, and... Read more here ».

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I often make reference to just how dymanic the packaging industry is, perpetually innovating and re-designing to meet the demands of a consumer market which is always in flux. Todays selection of stories give a flavour of all the changes which are happening to markets, materials, consumption and trends. Only 9 more days to have your say on the proposed ban of single use... Read more here ».

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After a few weeks of stories which have aligned and supported various angles related to issues presented by packaging waste - this week's theme is back to basics - the role of packaging; to communicate, to protect, to increase brand value. It is easy to get caught up in all of the negative news about packaging - but these stories demonstrate just how dynamic, innovative,... Read more here ».

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The number of new member enquiries I am getting is by and large from SMEs who are finding themselves having to defend their products in the face of a full on attack on packaging. It is easy to get caught up in the media headlines, the doom and gloom predictions and the frenetic calls to change materials and systems which are actually serving society well despite clearly... Read more here ».

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Well there really is only one topic this week! In keeping with our philosophy that a balanced conversation is sadly lacking in the waste management and recycling area I have included two articles this week which, broadly speaking, pitch the for and against the proposed single use plastic shopping bag ban. Notwithstanding proposals by our own Ministry for the Environment to... Read more here ».

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At our recent AGM I made the point that "At the end of the day the packaging industry will continue to react to the changing dynamics of trade. And the scale and speed of change will be driven by factors which are largely outside of the control of the packaging industry." If ever there was any doubt as to what I was alluding to, then this week's collection of articles show... Read more here ».

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Following our successful industry event and AGM last week I thought that I would pick up on some of the themes which were discussed. Simon Upton's presentation was especially well received as he articulated his circumspect view of environmental policy in New Zealand and in particular how determining clarity of purpose is necessary for good policy outcomes. This aligns with... Read more here ».

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The theme of this week's newsletter is communication. This most basic of human interaction is far from simple when we start and consider just how much information we are exposed to and have to process. Overlay the complex world of consumerism and it is not hard to understand just how important definitions become, how cutting through the complexity by telling a story frames... Read more here ».

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I have held off issuing this weeks newsletter until this morning so I could bring you the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment latest report: "Biodegradable and compostable plastics in the environment" which was made available to the public this morning. Packaging New Zealand contributed towards to the fact finding conducted by the PCE a few months ago. The... Read more here ».

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This week's theme can be characterised as "bans and bandwagons". More recommendations and more declarations. Packaging NZ maintains a position that bans in particular are blunt instruments and often give rise to unintended consequences. Against this backdrop the article from Packaging Digest is a must read. UPCOMING EVENTS: The birth of the new Carbon footprint Standard for... Read more here ».

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This week's collection of stories loosely hangs together on the subject of communication. Packaging New Zealand has said for many years that sustainability is not simple, the story from Harvard Business School agrees! The story on Hawaii's conflicting priorites in the waste management space should resonate here in NZ especially as the media is now starting to question... Read more here ».

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This week's selection of articles is very much packaging-centric. We are fielding alot of calls from members who are looking for information to support them in negotiations with the users of packaging as discussions take place to explore alternative materials, or reduce the amount of packaging - or do without packaging altogether! So I thought it would be timely to feature... Read more here ».

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Whilst there is no doubt we are overwhelmed with negative media stories about packaging and plastics in particular - I am pleasantly optimistic with the number of companies who are telling me that they see the current landscape as full of opportunities. This week's stories demonstrate that world bodies are acknowledging the problem isn't plastic - it's what we are doing with... Read more here ».

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This week's theme is centred around the NZ plastic packaging declaration made on World Environment Day (Tuesday). At an event in Auckland yesterday, twelve local and international businesses signed the declaration to tackle plastic waste, Associate Environment Minister Eugenie Sage announced. The businesses chose World Environment Day, with its theme of “Beat Plastic... Read more here ».

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It wasn't difficult to find a theme for this weeks newsletter! As commitments to go "plastic free" have taken on a life of their own, stories are now emerging that perhaps some of the alternatives aren't going to the 'solution' everyone hoped for. It is particularly frustrating for Packaging NZ members operating in this space who find themselves in the spotlight defending... Read more here ».

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The theme running through this week's newsletter is doing things differently. Packaging in the UK appears to be under assault and the industry is responding, discussing sweeping changes. GreenBiz brings us a very interesting take on how stock exchanges might assess the risk/value of companies facing wicked problems. Given that packaging is the very definition of a wicked... Read more here ».

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This weeks collection of stories shows me that the conversations which have dominated headlines in the past few months are starting to move on and we are finally seeing some maturity in the dialogue. California is slowing down mandatory regulations reacting to reality not idealism; Unilever, who has made so much progress, is transparently aknowledging there is much work to... Read more here ».

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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2018 PIDA & WORLDSTAR WINNERS! The 2018 PIDA awards dinner was a sold out event attended by over 500 people with representation from over 22 countries. This put our Kiwi PIDA winners on the world stage. We are absolutely delighted to see our members Cas-Pak, Oji Fibre Solutions, Siver Fern Farms all recognised. Adding to the excitement of the... Read more here ».

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I was delighted to attend the inaugural NZ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Summit in Wellington at the beginning of the week. The speakers were as enthused as they were candid about the challenges involved in framing their sustainability initiatives in the SDG framework and refreshingly honest about just how difficult it is going to be to achieve the transformational... Read more here ».

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This weeks collection of articles are themed around value. Sustainability is a costly business - are we being clear about the benefits being delivered? We all know the cost of packaging but are we making the case for the value of packaging? In keeping with a recent commitment to deliver stories on new technology the article about separating fibreglass and resin might not be... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

This week's selection of stories is a bit of an eclectic mix! But they do reflect the range of issues and positions held by Packaging New Zealand. The story about story-telling nicely tells our story for refreshing our brand; A key message in our submission to Auckland Council's draft WMMP was the need for a national strategic plan to address waste minimisation and... Read more here ».

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This week we have been busy preparing our submission to the draft Auckland Waste Management and Minimisation Plan (WMMP). We have questioned Auckland Council's lack of leadership in promoting either the circular economy or the Sustainable Development Goals, global initiatives and platforms which many of our members are using to frame their own sustainability initiatives; and... Read more here ».

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This week's selection of stories is centred on positive creativity! I would urge you all to read the featured article on the positioning of associations on the sustainability continuum. Where do you see the Packaging Council? Where do you want to see the Packaging Council? How important is the Packaging Council to your sustainability efforts? As always we welcome all your... Read more here ».

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This week's newsletter is looking at the changing narrative of sustainability. The Minister for Conservation and Assoc Minister for the Environment Eugenie Sage has announced the availability of funding for projects which design waste out of our supply chains and systems. The intent is to, over time, move New Zealand towards a more circular economy. The GreenBiz articles... Read more here ».

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This week's selection of stories presents challenges to 'current thinking'. The very essence of introducing a circular economy involves disruptive thinking, we need to question what is the purpose of recycling so we develop infrastructure which enables circularity, not simply facilitates recycling for the purposes of avoiding landfill and we need to be prepared to ask 'hard'... Read more here ».

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On Tuesday I attended an event where Andrew Morlet, CEO of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, was the guest speaker. I am sure there is nobody now who has not heard about the circular economy but if you really want to be inspired by the opportunities this new way of thinking is creating, then hearing speakers such as Andrew Morlet, or Dame Ellen MacArthur herself, is priceless.... Read more here ».

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This week we welcome new members Cas-Pak Products Ltd. They join a number of new members who we welcomed lately: General Recycle, Progressive Plastics, Earthstarch, Woolcool and EcobagsNZ. All of these companies are committed to doing things differently within their sphere of influence and they join all the other members of the Packaging Council demonstrating product... Read more here ».

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The countdown is now on for the 2018 PIDAs and the inaugural PAC.NZ scholarship. Entries close 23rd February 2018 Celebrating our industry and investing in our people is absolutely key to communicating the value of packaging. The industry is facing times of unparalled challenges on all fronts and if we are to lead the dialogue and not be led by uninformed debate we need to... Read more here ».

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This week's edition of the newsletter is all about plastic. With nobody denying that the very qualities which make plastic such a fantastic material are also a significant contributor to end-of-life challenges, this selection of stories shows that there is plenty happening to address the issues; corporate commitments, new European strategies, what going plastic free really... Read more here ».

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For many of you the holidays are now over and you will be turning your thoughts to the year ahead (which is now only 11 months!!) I don't think anyone will be considering much of the same this year - changes are afoot. This weeks collection of stories is future focussed. Clearly some of the world's largest companies are committed to driving change - we are proud to have some... Read more here ».

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! I hope that you have all enjoyed a wonderful festive break with family and friends. The news around waste and recycling has not abated during the Christmas/New Year season. This week's selection of stories shows the 'call to arms' both here in NZ and overseas is getting louder and stronger. See "what our members are doing" to see how McDonald's is raising the... Read more here ».

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This is the last edition of Packaged Up Weekly for 2017. So we thought it appropriate to feature some of the key themes which have featured heavily during the year, and which are likely to shape 2018. Described by Waste Dive as "Disruptor of the Year" China's National Sword has sent shock waves through the global recycling industry. NZ is not immune to the impacts of this... Read more here ».

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This week's selection of stories is all about 'targeting value' which seems to me to be a great aspiration for 2018. Identifying sustainability targets, understanding trends and markets, and creating packaging designs which touch our hearts, are all here in these stories. As we countdown to the end of the year one company is definitely ending on a high - WOOLCOOL - having... Read more here ».

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This weeks newsletter is all about design and innovation as we release the category criteria and entry forms for the 2018 PIDAs. Next year's event will be part of a very special week in the packaging industry calendar with the AIP conference and the Worldstar Packaging Awards all being held alongside the 2018 PIDAs. International profile awaits the 2018 winners - are you... Read more here ».

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Smart, smart, smart is the theme of this week's newletter! Whilst the last few weeks has shown just how quickly end-of-life issues are changing, and the challenges these changes are posing at the very core of recovery and recycling - this week shows that there are just as many, and as important, rapidly changing issues at the start of the packaging value chain. "May you live... Read more here ».

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One of the key pieces of work for PAC.NZ this year has been developing new relationships with organisations who are aligned with packaging and packaging issues. One of these relationships is with Arthritis New Zealand. We are in the final throws of signing off a completely new section on packaging design for accessability which is to be added to the Code of Practice. See the... Read more here ».

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I have been very fortunate to attend the Beyond Plastic Pollution Conference & Plasticity this week. Perhaps no differently to many conferences it was, in equal measures, energising and exhausting! What struck me was the scale of global plastic pollution which is still largely under the radar. Whilst bans on plastic bags, and charges on bottles etc. are still uppermost... Read more here ».

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Attending a meeting recently I am reminded that members don't always get the chance to read the newsletter every week, and those who see the value in the newsletter might only share it with colleagues on an ad-hoc basis. Remember any member can subscribe to the newsletter service or log in to the website to view past editions. This weeks collection of stories continues to... Read more here ».

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This weeks articles show me that despite still largely simplistic dialogue around packaging and packaging issues - think plastic bags - there is a growing recognition that our world is complicated and we need to move on from 'entrenched thinking' and embrace new challenges and opportunities. At an event hosted by Fuji Xerox last week, attendees were treated to a 'woodstock'... Read more here ».

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The collections of stories I have put together this week reflect the new realities of our world. Changing lifestyles continues to drive the proliferation of packaging whilst the downstream impacts continue to be a challenge. In Canada Extended Product Stewardship is institutionalised and yet can be claimed to be neither a success or failure. The EU has recognised that taxing... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Today's newsletter is all about the changing face of the packaging supply chain from packaging materials themselves, through to the recycling and waste management industries. HOT OFF THE PRESS! Today Countdown has announced that single-use plastic carrier bags will be phased-out from its stores and online shopping by the end of 2018. In November, Countdown will announce... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

"The future's already here - it's just not evenly distributed" - this quote by William Gibson sums up this week's newsletter. Unfortunately much of the work which will see solutions for some of our global intractable problems is not generated in NZ - and indeed it may be some time before we actually see the differences being made. But collaboration on the scale demonstrated... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

The round-up of stories this week demonstrates the evolution of trends in the areas of sustainability, consumers changing lifestyles, waste management and packaging design. PAC.NZ is committed to bringing opportunities to members to participate in workshops, which are aligned with these broader issues which, by the very ubiquitous nature of packaging, will have impact on our... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

This week I woulkd like to draw your attention to the GreenBiz article "The End of History or a new beginning?". It is a lengthy piece but worth the read. It is particularly timely since, in my opinion, much of the political turmoil this impending general election is generating, is about who will best serve the challenges of tomorrow - which are clearly not the challenges of... Read more here ».

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What this week's selection of stories all have in common is that recycling is not the solution to growing amounts of waste, and that a holistic approach to managing the impact of global consumption is required. PAC.NZ continues to advocate for a whole of life approach to packaging which make sense socially, economically and environmentally and we continue to push for 'big... Read more here ».

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It is sad to see that the Packaging Council of Australia is to be wound up. The packaging industry is critical to the economic prosperity of countries heavily dependant on exports such as Australia and New Zealand. We are also responsible for preventing product wastage, delivering affordable products, in perfect condition, no matter how far flung the country of origin is,... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

The University of Melbourne and the Australian Institute of Packaging would like to offer your company the opportunity to engage students from the Master of Food and Packaging Innovation (MFPI) for an industry internship in 2018. The Master course is a joint initiative between the University of Melbourne and the AIP. The MFPI is a unique post-graduate Degree, training... Read more here ».

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From time to time we are approached to support various charities. Whilst it is not appropriate to spend members funds in this way without a clear mandate to do so, I am happy to present members with opportunities for you to contribute directly: For over 31 years the community has been working together with the Burn Support Group Charitable Trust to provide education,... Read more here ».

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In an article this week from Melbourne, we start to see the knock-on effects of shrinking markets for recyclates. PAC.NZ has been advocating for sometime now that simply recovering more material with no end markets and/or shipping it overseas for processing is not an enduring solution. Still in Australia, 'smart waste' management is being embraced. Further afield Sweden... Read more here ».

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In the news this week: Flight Plastics opened its brand new PET washplant in Lower Hutt yesterday. In an opening ceremony attended by both the Minister, and Associate Minister, for the Environment, Flight Plastics proudly took their guests through a several year journey to develop a fully integrated process which can now take post consumer PET waste, process it through the... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Thank you to all those who attended last week's AGM. The following Executive Board was elected for the 2017/18 year: President: Harry Burkhardt, Replas Vice President: Murray Parrish, Oji Fibre Solutions Executives: Andrew Gleason, Visy; Patrick O'Donaghue, Flight Plastics; Windsor Yang, NCI Packaging; Bruce Campbell, OfficeMax; Alistair Egan, Fujio Xerox; Mike Kunzli, Waste... Read more here ».

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It has been another week dominated by plastic bags in the news. The selection of stories this week show that Australian supermarkets have taken the lead and decided on voluntary action to phase out their plastic bags. Still in Australia, promising new technology could offer solutions for other problematical plastic waste. A report in the UK shows the importance of defining... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Amongst all the negativity around packaging, and in particular the creation of packaging waste, it is good to remind ourselves that ours is a dynamic industry creating products which are used by everybody, everday, across the world, and these many sectors offer diverse career opportunities; real businesses, employing real people, creating real products which don't just... Read more here ».

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This weeks newsletter can be best described as "be careful what you wish for". Eunomia released its report "A Wasted Opportunity" this week, suggesting that waste levies should increase from the current rate of $10 per tonne to as high as $140 per tonne, the story below is the reaction of the New Zealand Product Stewardship Council. The second story is the growing calls for... Read more here ».

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We are delighted to annouce that Simon Hunter, Partner, KMPG will be our guest speaker at this year's Annual General Meeting. Simon leads KPMG's Performance Consulting practice in Auckland and has over 25 years experience in adding value to clients' businesses. Simon has a proven track record at Board, CEO and executive level and has been trusted as an advisor to respond to... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Have you sent in your RSVP to attend this years Annual General Meeting? This meeting is a constitutional requirement to give all members the opportunity to vote for the new executive committee, raise any questions with regards to the direction of the organisation and our work programme, and generally set the tone for our communications for the following year. This year we... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Congratulations this week go to Countdown on being recognised in this years Green Ribbon awards - click here for all the details. Have you sent in your RSVP to attend this years Annual General Meeting. This meeting is a constitutional requirement to give all members the opportunity to vote for the new executive committee, raise any questions with regards to the direction of... Read more here ».

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PAC.NZ recently made a submission to Wellington City Council on their draft WMMP. (Read the submission here). Sharon appeared before a Council committee on Tuesday to represent this submission and was able to reiterate many of the points which are once again demonstrated in the newsletter stories and articles: that there is growing awareness of the challenges around the... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

This weeks newsletter is the Recycling edition! The stories highlight the challenges and opportunities, as society grapples with the proliferation of consumer goods. Details about the 2017 AGM will be sent out this week. As a membership organisation it is essential that we understand what you want us to focus on for the coming year. The AGM is also an opportunity to meet the... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Two significant pieces of news out of the AIP this week: The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) is pleased to advise that during Interpack 2017 it was formally announced that the Institute will be the host WPO member for the 2018 WorldStar Awards. The WorldStar Awards are run by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO) and is the pre-eminent international award in... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Some weeks the stories for the newsletter just come thick and fast - this has been such a week! From a story close to home assessing the evidence based impact of the NSW container deposit scheme, to the global challenges facing the packaging industry, to the larger challenges still of the circular economy and the impact Unilever is making on its pledge around its plastics... Read more here ».

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Did you know that you can catch up on back editions of the weekly newsletter through the website? Just click onto the Members Newsletter tab on the home page. Welcome to our newest member ecobagsNZ. At a time when there is so much negative publicity about plastic shopping bags in particular, and confusion generally around the materials used for a variety of bag applications,... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Have you been looking into the Packaging Sector Profile data? Infometrics gives us insights into the information: The Infometrics Packaging sector profile has been updated with new information for 2016. The sector enjoyed a buoyant 2016, with economic activity expanding 3.2% from the previous year, higher than the national average of only 2.5%. High population growth, a... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Today's newsletter is all about the bigger picture: Ambitious new book with audacious goals Paul Hawken: "Drawdown: The most comprehensive plan ever proposed to reverse global warming". Delivering bio-based products - our member Scion has been an international participant in this programme and their expertise will inform our collaboration with the Australian Packaging... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Have you taken a look yet at all the information in the Packaging Sector profile? Infometrics tells the story behind the numbers: The strengthening export sector, strong private consumption, and the early stages of business expansion has driven up recent demand for packing products and services. The Infometrics Packaging sector shows that the sector grew by 3.2% in 2016, the... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Following signing an MOU with the Australian Packaging Covenant to work more closely and share knowledge and research across Australia and New Zealand here are two white papers, one on sustainable design, the other on soft plastics and the circular economy, which the APC have released following their very successful think-tank sessions held recently.... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Two of this weeks's news stories feature biodegradablity. One story shows how the technology in biodegradable active food packaging is expanding rapidly to improve the functionality and waste management issues, the other is a costly reminder about making the unsubstantiated claim of 'biodegradable' packaging. The Fair Trading Act in New Zealand was amended in June 2014 and... Read more here ».

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If you read no other article in this newsletter I urge you to take the time to read the article "Conscious Consumerism is a lie". This article articulates the macro position PAC.NZ has advocated for many years: populist solutions might feel good, and look good at first glance, but in the big picture are making little difference. We support, more than ever, collaboration to... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

In case you missed it: PAC.NZ has signed an MOU with the Australian Packaging Covenant to formalise collaboration between the two organisations. This news has been received positively across the Australasian packaging industry as members of both organisations see the benefits of Trans Tasman harmonisation of initiatives and reporting. See the media release here. The... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Check out the story below published by the Guardian about the new group of companies tackling intractable plastic recycling through innovative tech solutions. One of the companies featured in the story is BioCellection. Sharon met with the founders of BioCellection when she attend last years Verge 16 conference in the US. PAC.NZ is delighted to announce that following this... Read more here ».

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LAST CHANCE: There are still team spots available to the 2017 Ambrose Golf Tournament. Register your interest with Sharon before Friday 24th February to ensure your team spot. With only two weeks to go before AUSPACK 2017 check out the latest speakers at the technical forums being run by the AIP: Blackmores to speak at AUSPACK Don't miss Jackie Smiles MAIP, Environment and... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Only three weeks to go to AUSPACK 2017. Will you be there? PAC.NZ will be! Come along and say hello and take the opportunity to attend some of the technical fourms on offer. Register for the technical forums - click here for details. Will you be attending the inaugural PIDA gala on the 8th March? - Click here for details. There are still a couple of spare team places... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

It is one month today to the inaugural PIDA gala dinner at Novotel Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney. If you are planning to attend AUSPACK and are looking at attending the gala dinner the AIP are co-ordinating the gala dinner event. Contact them here. As well as the PIDAs AUSPACK will also be hosting a series of Technical Forums run by the AIP. The latest line-up of speakers has... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Remember this newsletter is a resource for all members: Job vacancies; new products and/or services; blogs; industry information. Let Sharon know and we will post on the website. Registrations are now open for the Annual Ambrose Golf Tournament Thursday 16th March at the Grange Golf Club in Papatoetoe, Auckland. Registrations are open until Friday 17th February on a first... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Happy New Year ! We hope that you have all enjoyed a wonderful festive season and holiday break. 2017 is going to be an interesting year - and that is probably putting it mildly! But pressures on the industry aren't anything new, nor are changing and challenging operating environments and we are back on deck ready to tackle the issues facing your businesses. We ended last... Read more here ».

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This will be the last newsletter for 2016. The office will be closed from midday Friday 23rd December, with limited cover between 4th January and the 21st January and will fully re-open Monday 23rd January 2017. Packaged Up weekly will resume on Wednesday 25th January 2017. It has been a successful year for the Packaging Council. We have bedded in the strategy concentrating... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

This weeks newsletter has two stories celebrating success. In particular the Worlstar Packaging Awards are especially relevant to members. Through the PIDA platform, for the first time, New Zealand will have access to the Worldstar Packaging Awards. The PIDA Australasian platform has been registered as the exclusive access point for Australia and New Zealand into this... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

One of the stories featured this week relates to career changes. The end of the year and start of the New Year traditionally marks the time for job changes in the NZ market. Don't forget that we have started a new service for members where you can advertise job vacancies, or advertise your services to prospective employers. See our jobs board. Our working partner Rata have... Read more here ».

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Goodman Fielder and CHEP are our "Members in the News" this week - check out why on our home page. The Australian Packaging and Processing Machinery Association (APPMA), in conjunction with the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), are pleased to announce that submissions are open for the ninth annual Scholarship program which will enable one lucky packaging technologist,... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Did you miss this? Following the success of our cocktail evening launching the NZ PIDAs we are offering a $5,000 foundation partnership opportunity. For this investment your organisation will be featured on all promotional material as we build the NZ PIDA programme. The PIDAs will demonstrate the diverse ways in which packaging is a key component in the evolution and... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Following the success of our cocktail evening launching the NZ PIDAs we are offering a $5,000 foundation partnership opportunity. For this investment your organisation will be featured on all promotional material as we build the NZ PIDA programme. The PIDAs will demonstrate the diverse ways in which packaging is a key component in the evolution and expansion of the New... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

One of the featured stories in this week's newsletter is about how the production economy is faring on the journey to transitioning to using safer chemicals, and another delves into circular packaging solutions. At the heart of both of these articles are science based solutions. Are you aware that PAC.NZ has been working with Auckland University's Green Chemistry department,... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Another theme which came out of the conversation I had at FoodTech Packtech a couple of weeks ago was the desire by members to see more site visits organised. Since this was a theme echoed by members of the AIP and APPMA we will be collaborating across the three organisations to organise a calendar of site visits for 2017 which all members can participate in. If anyone has... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

It was a busy week last week with Foodtech Packtech and our cocktail evening launching the PIDA platform. Foodtech Packtech saw a steady stream of members, past members and potential new members dropping by the stand. The really great thing about these trade shows is the opportunity to catch up with a wide cross section of the industry and hear first hand what is happening... Read more here ».

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Foodtech Packtech is almost here! Once again the Packaging Council will have a stand at this long standing event in the packaging calendar. Promised to be bigger and better than ever Foodtech Packtech showcases the packaging and processing industries in New Zealand. Many of our members will also be exhibiting and this year sees a large contingent from the APPMA attending.... Read more here ».

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It's good to be Back! Spending time in another country is an opportunity for a reality check on how we live, what we hold dear and how we compare ourselves globally. My overwhelming observation from two weeks on leave and a week at the Verge 16 conference in California is that despite the economies of scale of the US, despite the will and direction from Executives who lead... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

This will be the last weekly newsletter for three weeks. Sharon will be on leave then attending the Verge 16 Conference so the office will be unmanned from 1st September until Monday 26th September. If you have any urgent matters which require attention during this time then please contact our President Harry Burkhardt on 021485985 or harry@replassheet.com. In the meantime... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Have you registered yet for the hottest packaging event in town? On Wednesday 12th October 6.30 - 9.30pm the Packaging Council will be having a cocktail evening hosted by Fonterra at their brand-new office in Fanshawe Street, Auckland. Timed to co-incide with Foodtech Packtech this event will be a key networking opportunity for friends and colleagues across the industry.... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Registrations are now open for the Packaging Council's Cocktail Evening on Wednesday 12th October 6.30-9.30pm. The evening will be hosted by Fonterra at their brand-new, fabulous new head office Fanshawe Street, Auckland. The event has been timed to coincide with Foodtech Packtech so we can bring together our out of town members who will be attending Foodtech Packtech,... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

DIARY DATE: Will you be attending the hottest packaging event in town? PAC.NZ is delighted to announce that we will be holding a cocktail function on Wednesday 12th October - 6.30 - 9.30pm at Fonterra's stunning brand-new offices in Auckland City. Details about securing your place at the event and our special guests and speakers for the evening will be announced in the... Read more here ».

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REGISTRATIONS EXTENDED FOR ONE MORE WEEK! FSANZ have had a rush of last minute registrations, so have decided to allow one more week for you to secure your spot at their anniversary symposium, held on 17 – 18 August 2016 in Canberra.Registrations extended to Friday 5 August. This is a once in a 25-year event! They have gathered an impressive line up of local and... Read more here ».

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At last week's AGM our new Executive for the 2016/17 term was elected. Details on the new Board can be found here. We are delighted that both Harry Burkhardt and Murray Parrish have been elected to continue in their roles of President and Vice President respectively for another year. This ensures that there is strong continuity and leadership in the organisation. Under the... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

The Annual General Meeting is scheduled for tomorrow morning at 7.30am. It is not too late to register - although for catering purposes late registrations should be email directly to sharon@packaging.org.nz. Are you up to speed with changes to the barcodes? Peter Stevens, CEO of GS1 NZ has kindly provided an overview of the changes for all members. To download the document... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Last chance to attend tomorrow's (Thursday 14th July) focus group meeting to discuss the FSANZ submission on Chemical Migration from Packaging into Food. The Packaging Council has been represented on the FSANZ Packaging Advisory Group since it was established in 2014. This representation to regulatory bodies, on issues which directly affect the packaging industry, is a core... Read more here ».

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Have you been catching up on Debbie's travel blogs? We are all guilty of being caught up in creating our own reality through our daily experiences and routines. Debbie's blogs are a window into the world of packaging through the eyes of other countries and cultures. Check out the latest indicators from MFaT on How New Zealand ranks. CALENDAR EVENTS: Would you like to connect... Read more here ».

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Thanks to all those who stopped by our stand at the Fine Foods Show. It was great to get all your feedback. There was plenty to discuss with members and fellow exhibitors alike. Our priority now is to get the strategic partnerships in place for the Awards Programme - the PIDAs - so we can deliver on a programme which demonstrates on the scale, scope, creativity and... Read more here ».

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LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER: Anthony Peyton, of Greenchip will be here on Friday afternoon to discuss the progress of introducing the PREP tool into the New Zealand market. The growth of the PREP tool in Australia is increasing and there are many companies who would benefit from a Trans-Tasman harmonisation of recyclability for their packaging. Co-presenting with Anthony will be... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Did you see last week's special edition newsletter - if not it's not too late! All newsletters are posted on the website www.packaging.org.nz - Note you need to log in to access. Nestlé has played a key role in developing the first global standard to help companies and governments reduce food loss and waste. Launched at the 3GF Global Green Growth Forum in Copenhagen,... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Our new Membership Services Administrator, Mereani Neil, will be sending out the annual subscription invoices during the course of the next few days. Where advised these will be sent straight to your accounts processing department with a copy going to the key company contacts we have on file. Please advise us ASAP if we are not issuing these to the correct person. Also... Read more here ».

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It's been a busy week for the Packaging Council. We have entered a submission into the Local Government and Environment Committe see the details here. We have collaborated with Auckland University to submit an application into this latest round of Waste Minimisation Funding to investigate the feasibility of developing a biotechnological solution for degrading mixed waste... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

This week's news: PAC.NZ members are invited to participate in a survey being run by the European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) ActInPak action. The COST networking group aims to combine knowledge on existing active and intelligent packaging research and to uncover the commercialisation hurdles these technologies face. The group has more than 100 members,... Read more here ».

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Sponsorship packages for the 2016 Packaging Innovation and Design Awards are now available. Contact Sharon today if you want to be part of this prestigious event. Also the CONFIRMED date for the awards gala dinner is THURSDAY 6TH OCTOBER at Shed 10 Auckland City. This will be a night to remember mark your calendar now! We have a new member of the team. Mereani Neil has... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Ministry for the Environment has commissioned MWH to undertake a survey of key waste minimisation infrastructure and services, both public and private, throughout New Zealand. This is in response to the to the 2014 review of the effectiveness of the waste disposal levy which recommended that - targeted data collection of key waste minimisation infrastructure and services in... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

The Packaging Innovation and Design Awards - Categories released! See Flyer Check out Debbie's most recent packaging observations in her latest travel blog. Congratulations to Nestle NZ Country Manager - Veronique Cremades-Mathis - who was yesterday appointed the first female chair of the New Zealand Food & Grocery Council. Entries will be closing shortly for the... Read more here ».

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The Packaging Council has been mentioned in the news lately supporting Arthritis New Zealand. We think that accessesbility issues - particularly for people with dexterity challenges - is an important packaging design area. When the Code of Practice is reveiwed this year we will be engaging with Arthritis New Zealand to enhance guidelines in the Code. The work currently being... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

The 1st of April marks the start of the Packaging Council's new membership year. Over the coming weeks we will be getting in touch to ensure that we have the correct details listed for your membership and advising of the new administrative procedures which are a result of the changes to the constitution. Considered becoming a Board member? We continue to benefit as an... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

It's Easter! So we thought we would keep the newsletter light reading this week from cool facts about space travel with interesting infographics to inspiring design and Lego's Easter alternative! Speaking of travel - our intrepid traveller - Debbie Teale shares the first of her travel blogs with us; and on the subject of infographics the Packaging Council in conjunction with... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

We are delighted to announce that we have made two new additions to the PAC.NZ team: Natalie King will be responsible for looking after the PAC.NZ social media platforms; and Karen Loversuch will be responsible for carrying out data research projects starting with background data for the PREP tool. With Natalie and Karen on board we will be able to focus on key areas which... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

There are only 5 team places left available for the Annual Ambrose Golf Tournament to be held on 17th March at the Grange Golf Club. Contact Sharon today if you would like to take up one of these last few places. PLEASE NOTE THAT CLOSING DATE IS FRIDAY 5TH FEBRUARY SO DON'T DELAY! Please note that our first focus group meeting for the year has been moved to Thursday 25th... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Happy New Year! We hope that everyone has enjoyed a restful and relaxing holiday break.Welcome back to Packaged Up Weekly - your weekly resource delivered into your mailbox with a run-down on what is happening across the world impacting on packaging.Packaged Up Weekly is also a resource for members to use to bring our attention to new products, services, projects, business... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Last newsletter for 2015!!!It has been another busy year - and the silly season is now in full swing!The office will be closed from December 23rd to January 5th - but will not be fully back open for business until Monday 18th January.We will be hitting the ground running next year: Sponsorship & team registration for the Annual Golf Tournament to be held Thursday 17th... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

The Packaging Council is committed to providing high quality advocacy on behalf of the packaging industry. Where the opportunity arises we will put forward suitable candidates into forum's where they can play an active part in advising on issues related to our industry. With nominations for positions on the Waste Advisory Board currently being sought, the Executive Board... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

The last edition of the weekly newsletter for 2015 will be Wednesday 16th December beginning again Wednesday 20th January 2016. Over December/January we will be working on the members only section of the website, and building up the products and services information on the members directory. Remember that the website is a resource for members contact Sharon if you have... Read more here ».

PAC.NZ Member Update

Annual Golf Tournament - Thursday 17th March - taking registrations of interest Now! For all of our female members: The Fantail Network is a contemporary network designed to support, connect and enable women in business with a focus on technology, innovation and entrepreneurship. Their goals are to inspire women to build business confidence, networks and become equipped to... Read more here ».

Packaging Council Member Update

Next year's Annual Ambrose Golf Tournament to be held on Thursday 17th March 2016 at the Grange Golf Club. Contact Sharon to register your initial interest in the event and/or if you are interested in providing any sponsorship. WorkSafe New Zealand is consulting on draft Good Practice Guidelines on Worker Engagement, Participation and Representation, and are keen to receive... Read more here ».

Packaging Council Member Update

Following on from our story last week about the Kamo High School students tackling the issues of difficult to open to packaging. Sharon went to visit the high school and met with the children involved. Given the interest in packaging generally shown by the school the Packaging Council will work with them next year to deliver a more structured programme around packaging from... Read more here ».

Packaging Council Member Update

As we count down towards the end of the year and the 'silly season' begins, a reminder that the new website is a resource for all members to use to promote your products and services, spread your news stories, advertise for staff, etc., as well as the first place to look for up-coming events, training opportunities and industry information. Did you miss out on meeting James... Read more here ».

Packaging Council Member Information

Last night's Special General Meeting voted unanimously to adopt the new constitution which was circulated to members a month ago. This new constitution will now be lodged with the Registrar for Incorporated Societies. Members will be formally advised of the changes in the constitution in the coming weeks. Standards New Zealand:Methods for test of pulp and paper drafts... Read more here ».

Packaging Council Member Information

LAST REMINDER The Special General Meeting which is being convened to gain approval to change the constitution of the Packaging Council will be taking place at 5pm on Thursday 29th October at the PAC.NZ office. Immediately following the formalities we will be having a networking session which is your opportunity to meet fellow members and the Executive Board. RSVPs are... Read more here ».

Packaging Council Member Information

We are still taking RSVPs for the Special General Meeting and networking event 5pm Thursday 29th October at the new PAC.NZ office. This is your opportunity to ensure that the proposed new constitution meets with the requirements you want to see from your organisation. Contact Sharon today - RSVP essential for catering purposes. A Special Children's Christmas Party is looking... Read more here ».

Packaging Council Member Information

Have you sent in your RSVP to our Special General Meeting - Thursday 29th October 5pm - called to seek approval to adopt a new constitution? The Constitution is our governing document and it is important that it meets the requirements you want from your member organisation. Please contact Sharon if you have any queries. The Government is completing a full refresh of the... Read more here ».

Packaging Council Member Information

Have you been checking out our new website? What can we do to showcase what you are doing? Send us in your stories Let Sharon know your key products ad services so these can be loaded against you company - the PAC.NZ website is often the first port of call for people searching the internet for goods and services - make sure they can find you! Special General Meeting -... Read more here ».

Packaging Council Member Information

The new website is live!!What you need to do and points to note: Check that your company contact details in the Members Directory are correct Email Sharon with a brief about your company and in particular key products and services - this will enable the search function to find your company when visitors to the site are looking for particular products and services. Going... Read more here ».

Packaging Council Member Information

Learning & development opportunities: The next scheduled focus Group is Tuesday 6th October 1-3pm. This will be led by our partners the Biocide Toolbox - hosted at Auckland University's brand new Newmarket Campus. This focus group will be particularly useful for Technical Managers who are looking for solutions which require R & D. Come along and find out how their... Read more here ».