AIP May 2022 eNewsletter by Australian Institute of Packaging

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7TH JULY CALLING ALL AIP MEMBERS 2022 AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF PACKAGING ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

2022 AIP Annual General Meeting 8th June Page 9

Women in Packaging Forum: Hybrid Event 7th July

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Compost Connect Virtual Tour 8th June Page 5

MILLAN WRITTEN BY ANHELY BOCCALON ILLUSTRATED BY JULIO

2022 PIDA Award Winners announced 8th July AIP Member Writes Book for Young Children Page 10

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Winners will be announced for the 2022 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards for Australia and New Zealand at a hybrid event alongside of FoodTech QLD on the 8th of July at the Gold Coast Convention Centre. Everyone will have the opportunity to watch the PIDA Awards from across Australasia, or come and celebrate physically with us at FoodTech QLD. Coordinated by the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), the 2022 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards are designed to recognise companies and individuals who are making a significant difference in their field in Australia and New Zealand.

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AIP Member writes The World Behind Recycling book for young children

he AIP is extremely proud that one of our Members, Anhely Millan MAIP has published a new book called ‘The World Behind Recycling’ which is an educational book for young children that talks about how recyclability helps to protect our planet. The book answers all of the hard questions from a young child’s perspective: Have you ever looked at a product and wondered whether it is recyclable? Do you know what happens after you throw your waste away and how this waste is sorted and repurposed? Mr. Bin will travel with you through the recycling world to discover all the secrets behind recyclability. You will learn how to recycle at home, the different materials that can be recycled, and the wonderful recycling processes. After embarking on this journey, you will no longer see waste in the same way. You will make changes to your day-to-day activities that can change the world, help create a better and cleaner planet, and most importantly, protect our future. Recycling is just one simple thing we all can do. We would like to congratulate Anhely on this wonderful initiative and if you are interested in buying a copy please email sales@sustainabilityforkids.com. au and let them know you heard about the book from the AIP. You can also follow on Linked In. ht t p s : / / w w w. l i n k e d i n . co m / company/sustainability-for-kids/

WRITTEN BY ANHELY MILLAN ILLUSTRATED BY JULIO BOCCALON

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Food waste in Australian homes: evidence for designing interventions

top Food Waste Australia recently released a landmark report: Food Waste in Australian Households: Evidence for designing interventions. For those working to reduce food waste, this report outlines the most impactful areas to focus interventions on.

Australian households throw out a staggering $19.3 billion of food every year – more than half of the annual $36.6 billion worth of food waste from farm to fork in the Australian economy. Australia is committed to halving its food waste by 2030 and reducing household food waste by at least 30% is required to achieve Australia’s goal (FIAL, 2021). Reducing the amount of food waste from households means targeting areas where the biggest impacts can be made, such as: •

Targeting behaviours most linked to less waste (e.g. preparing the right amount)

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Focusing on the products wasted most often (e.g. high value products like meat, or quantities like bread)

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Supporting high waste consumer groups (e.g. families with children living at home).

Food Waste in Australian Households Evidence for designing interventions

This evidence is based on the most comprehensive research of food provisioning in householders ever conducted in Australia. Whether the focus is on a specific behaviour, types of food or an audience, this report outlines those able to achieve the greater impacts for campaigns and interventions including government, industry and policymakers. Key insights from the report: What behaviours need to be encouraged? 1. Prepare appropriate amount. 2. Plan for changes in plans. 3. Eat leftovers. 4. Purchase appropriate amount. 5. Eat oldest items first. 6. Appropriate storage in fridge/freezer. 7. Encourage small servings. Food categories to prioritise for interventions (Top 5 based on $ value) •

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What products to prioritise for interventions? • Sliced bread and bread rolls • Yoghurt • Potatoes • Cheese • Bananas • Pasta (cooked) • Salads • Apples • Rice (cooked) • Ham • Tomatoes • Chicken (cooked) • Milk What message frames are most effective? • Save money ($ or %) by reducing food waste. • Avoid throwing money in the bin by reducing food waste. • Save water, land and other scare resources used in producing the food which is wasted.

Detailed findings can be found in full report https://fightfoodwastecrc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Food-waste-in-Australian-households-final.pdf

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Up-Coming Virtual Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows JUNE 2022 AIP Virtual Site Tour: Compost Connect WHEN: 8 June 2022 10.00 am to 11.00 am AEDT WHAT: Food production and waste account for 26% of global greenhouse gas emissions and food waste breaking down in landfill emits methane, a greenhouse gas that is 26 times more harmful than CO2. Reducing food waste by composting can be an effective strategy to combat global warming by diverting organic waste from landfill. Last year, BioPak launched Compost Connect, a network to connect foodservice businesses with industrial composters. This ensures that not only food scraps in the hospitality sector are composted, but compostable packaging too. Join us as we visit industrial composting sites, speak to chefs using the service and gain an understanding of how composting fits into the circular economy. MEET THE TEAM:

Gary Smith CEO BioPak

Richard Fine MAIP Founder BioPak

Lachlan Jeffries Managing Director Jeffries

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AIP Annual General Meeting: VIRTUAL WHEN: 8 June 2022 WHERE: Via Zoom WHAT: CALLING ALL AIP MEMBERS: 2022 Australian Institute of Packaging Inc. Annual General Meeting. RSVP no later than 3rd of June 2022.

CALLING ALL AIP MEMBERS 2022 AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF PACKAGING ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING WHEN: Wednesday 8 June TIME: 6.00pm AEST time WHERE: Via Zoom Virtual Meeting – Further details on the access to the Zoom Platform will be sent soon – Register your attendance at the AGM no later than the 3rd of June

PROXIES: Each Financial Member is entitled to appoint a person as a proxy in case there is any voting required on the evening. MAY Proxies may AIP NEWSLETTER 2022 only be appointed by returning the attached Proxy document to the Executive Director at the Institute’s registered office no later than 48 hours

Up-Coming Virtual Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows JUNE 2022 PROPAK Asia 2022

AIP to host training course alongside

WHEN: 15 to 18 June 2022 WHERE: BITECC (Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre) Bangkok, Thailand WHAT: The 29th International Processing and Packaging Technology Event for Asia. ProPak Asia, the regional’s number one international trade event for Food, Drink & Pharmaceutical Processing & Packaging Technology, is a part of ProPak exhibition series running across the globe – Myanmar, India, Philippines, Middle East & North Africa, Vietnam, and China. ProPak Asia truly is the “Must-Attend” industry event in Asia for Asia, as quality and variety of products increase and expand, and productivity of operations and manufacturing standards are driven higher by consumer demands and new automation and technological advances, which will be presented at the show. ProPak Asia includes 9 Industry Zones making it easier for buyers and sellers to meet and develop great business together.

2022 Global Packaging Forum: HYBRID EDITION WHEN: 15 June 2022 WHAT: T he Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), in conjunction with Informa Markets will be running the fourth Global Packaging Forum @ ProPak Asia 2022. The 2022 Global Packaging Forum will be run as a hybrid edition and will be held over four days. The AIP will be bringing expert speakers from across the globe to speak at these sessions.

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Up-Coming Virtual Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows JUNE 2022 PROPAK China 2022

WHEN: 22 to 24 June 2022 WHERE: National Exhibition & Convention Center Shanghai WHAT: As the premier processing and packaging event for China, ProPak China 2022, the 28th International Processing & Packaging Exhibition will take place at the National Exhibition Convention Center Shanghai (NECC) from 22 to 24 June 2022. ProPak China provides processing and packaging solutions to food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and other industries and it is the best place to find out which machines, systems, technologies and applications are made possible by the latest developments. Co-located with FoodPack China, Hi & Fi Asia-China, HNC, Starch, ProPak China provides you with a gateway meeting end user from food, health ingredients, processing, packaging to natural and nutraceutical products. With a comprehensive range of exhibits, international business platform, extensive supporting program, the entire industry meets here.

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WHEN: 30 June 2022 WHERE: Via Zoom WHAT: As we live our lives, whether at home, at work, at school or at play; we need things to make things happen. As such, food, clothing, toys and tools are nearly always sent packed and protected from the manufacturer to the user in some form of corrugated packaging. For more than a century it has been a significant packaging format with ever evolving solutions that meet the changing needs of suppliers and customers alike. In this introduction to corrugated packaging course, participants will get an overview of materials used and manufacturing processes employed in the creation of corrugated solutions of various types of packaging. From strawberry punnets to bulk chilled seafood packs; from shelf ready display shipper to merchandising stand, the humble corrugated box has evolved stretching the imaginations of artists and engineers alike. It is through that constant evolution of corrugated solutions that greater efficiencies can be achieved not only in terms of packaging costs but also time, energy, cooling, ripening and recycleability. For corrugated is a total supply chain solution and one that has always worked to deliver greater sustainability of this generation and the next. Through this course, participants will gain an understanding of the following: • How corrugated can be engineered to deliver both traditional and emerging market needs around product protection, presentation and cost management. • How different papers and materials used in corrugated packaging can create options to assist future projects. • The corrugating process with it’s opportunities to create different board structures. • The various conversion equipment available and style options of packaging produced. • Different printing processes and substrate requirements to deliver the right market presence. The course explores numerous areas of packaging and supply chain technology that are key to engineering corrugated solutions for success and avoidance of costly errors. Regulatory compliance, industry standards and packaging specification knowledge are all part of getting your packaging right from the start. Finally, the course will look at sustainability in the real world and how corrugated packaging is playing a leading role in the delivery of responsible packaging for the generations to come. TRAINER:

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Up-Coming Virtual Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows JULY 2022 2022 WOMEN IN PACKAGING FORUM: HYBRID EVENT

WHEN: 7 July 2022 WHERE: F oodTech QLD, GCEC, QLD WHAT: Now in its fifth year the 2022 Women in Packaging Forum, which is coordinated by PKN Packaging News and Food & Drink Business News, will be hosting a hybrid event, in collaboration with the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), alongside FoodTech QLD, which will be at the Gold Coast. Everyone will have the opportunity to watch the 2022 Women in Packaging Forum from across Australasia, or come and celebrate physically with us at FoodTech QLD.

2022 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards: HYBRID EVENT WHEN: 8 July 2022 WHERE: F oodTech QLD, GCEC, QLD WHAT: Coordinated by the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), the 2022 Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards are designed to recognise companies and individuals who are making a significant difference in their field in Australia and New Zealand. The PIDA Awards are the exclusive award program for all Australia and New Zealand entries into the prestigious WorldStar Packaging Awards, which are coordinated by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO). The 2022 PIDA Awards will be a hybrid event held alongside FoodTech QLD at the Gold Coast. Everyone will have the opportunity to watch the PIDA Awards from across Australasia, or come and celebrate physically with us at FoodTech QLD. 2022 PIDA Categories include: Food • Beverage • Health, Beauty & Wellness • Domestic & Household • Labelling & Decoration • Outside of the Box Sustainable Packaging Design • Save Food Packaging Design • Accessible & Inclusive Packaging Design • Marketing Young Packaging Professional of the Year • Industry Packaging Professional of the Year • ABA Scholarships

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AIP to host training course & more alongside WHEN: 7 & 8 July 2022 WHERE: FoodTech QLD, GCEC, QLD WHAT: This triennial industry event for the food and beverage manufacturing industry will be transformed in 2022! Get ready for a new FoodTech Qld that combines both an exhibition and conference to create the ultimate event for the industry, more information coming soon... https://foodtechqld.com.au/

AIP & FoodTech Qld: Session 2 - Sustainability WHEN: 7 July 2022

AIP & FoodTech Qld: Session 2A - Packaging & Food Waste +2B - Packaging Innovation WHEN: 8 July 2022

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Up-Coming Virtual Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows AUGUST 2022 2022 AIFST Convention WHEN: 23 & 24 August 2022 WHERE: Melbourne

Australasian Waste & Recycling Expo (AWRE) 2022 WHEN: 24 & 25 August 2022 AIP packaging sessions alongside WHERE: International Convention Centre Sydney WHAT: D iscover an exciting showcase of full circle innovative products and sustainable solutions to collect, process and recycle waste more smartly. Future critical areas include Machinery & Equipment, Software & Services, Bins, Vehicles, Food & Organics and more. Connect with an influential community of waste and recycling professionals, suppliers/service providers, government departments, public sector bodies and special interest groups to successfully drive change throughout your specialist area.

ProPak Philippines

AIP to host training course alongside

WHEN: 24 to 26 August 2022 WHERE: World Trade Centre Metro Manila, Pasay City, Philippines WHAT: ProPak Philippines is the event for international manufacturers and suppliers of machinery, technology and materials in the sectors of packaging, filling, processing, quality assurance, test and measurement and their related fields of automation, transportation, storage, refrigeration, ingredients, labeling and pollution control.

SEPTEMBER 2022 FoodTech PackTech 2022

AIP to host training course & more alongside

WHEN: 20 - 22 September 2022 WHERE: Auckland Showgrounds WHAT: Together providing a forum for education, discussion and the sharing of knowledge and expertise, critical in the sustainability and growth of the industry. Held only once every two years FTPT is a must attend event providing visitors with the opportunity to come face-to-face with the experts and discover the freshest ideas, latest technologies and the newest developments entering the F&B manufacturing and packaging technology industries. Featuring the Materials Handling & Logistics Expo, the event will attract 250+ local and international exhibiting companies and some 4,500+ qualified visitors – a must attend event for anyone involved in one of New Zealand’s fastest growing industry sectors.

OCTOBER 2022 Pack Expo International 2022

WHEN: 23 - 28 October 2022 WHERE: Chicago, IL - USA WHAT: PMMI, the producer of PACK EXPO International, and the city of Chicago, are thrilled to welcome back the packaging and processing industries after four years! Nothing compares to in-person events— and PACK EXPO International is the event to be seen. From connecting with old colleagues and friends to forming new relationships, being at the show in-person means being in the heart of the action. Plan to be part of it in October 2022.

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Up-Coming Virtual Courses, Webinars & Tradeshows NOVEMBER 2022 PROPAK Vietnam 2022

WHEN: 9 to 11 November 2022 WHERE: Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center, Ho Chi Minh City WHAT: ProPak Vietnam 2022 is the largest and most international trade event for the rapidly expanding processing and packaging industries in Vietnam and Indochina. This annual event is dedicated to technology suppliers involves in the food, drink and pharmaceutical processing and packaging, plus the printing and labelling industries, bringing together thousands of industry leaders and professionals from all segments of the supply chain under one roof. Not only sourcing the best-of-breed products and technological solutions, visitors to ProPak Vietnam 2022 will also have the opportunity to network with over 550 high-profile exhibitors from more than 30 countries around the world, discuss potential business partnerships, as well as exchange knowledge and perspectives with a plethora of thought leaders and industry experts .

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WHEN: 10 & 11 November 2022 WHERE: Carriageworks, Sydney WHAT: E xplore a new business offering in 2022, ThinkFood Live presented by foodpro is an unique opportunity to place your business in front of the industry’s top buyers looking for the latest in NPD and food manufacturing innovation. In these uncertain times, Australians are increasing their expenditure on groceries. Whether it is making their favourite meals at home or embracing better health through plant-based products what’s on the shelves matters more now than ever. With demand comes the need for innovation, and that is where ThinkFood comes into play. From food science and ingredient testing right through to enabling technologies, ThinkFood exhibitors have the solutions to bring products to life.

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WHEN: 4 - 10 May 2023 WHERE: Dusseldorf, Germany WHAT: Interpack is far more than just a packaging show. As the world's leading trade fair, it is the major inspiration for the packaging industry and all related process technologies. 2,700 exhibitors from more than 60 countries will present their latest ideas, innovate concepts and technological visions at interpack - not only in equipment and machinery for packaging and processing, but also in production tools for packaging materials, materials themselves, and services for the entire industry.

Foodpro 2023

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WHEN: 23 - 26 July 2023 WHERE: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre WHAT: F oodpro is Australia's largest, and longest running, trade event dedicated to food production, manufacturing and distribution. Industry leaders gather, make big business deals, network and explore the latest products and solutions to create an efficient future for manufacturing.

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REUNITING THE WASTE & RECYCLING INDUSTRY IN AUGUST 2022. The waste, recycling and resource recovery industry has continued to boom with the increased attention, not only at a consumer level, but also at a commercial and industrial scale. AWRE is where waste professionals come together to join forces and showcase a world of solutions towards a cleaner, more sustainable future. Discover new and innovative solutions, learn from industry leaders and build face-to-face connections as the thriving sector reunites at AWRE 2022.

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AIP AIPexec execunpacks unpacksthe thePIDAs PIDAs PKN Podcast’s 50th episode featured Nerida Kelton, executive director of the Australian Institute of Packaging, who discussed the prestigious Australasian Packaging Innovation and Design Awards programme – it’s history, past winners, what’s new this year and the value for entrants.

BELOW: An upside of winning a PIDA is the eligibility it provides entrants to the WPO’s global WorldStar Packaging Awards.

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Food & Drink Business, is the exclusive media partner for the Packaging Innovation and Design Awards (PIDA) programme, which is now in its eighth year, and according to Nerida Kelton, the quality of entries is getting better each year. Kelton began the discussion by pointing out the upsides of winning a PIDA, including the eligibility it provides entrants to enter the global WorldStar Packaging Awards, coordinated by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO). “That’s an additional and exciting reason for everyone to enter the awards. We are currently shining on the global stage, with the designs that have come out of our region being recognised globally by 60 judges from all over the world,” she said, noting how the ANZ region is punching above its weight, last year receiving the

Recognition isn’t just about a company standing up and getting the trophy. To us, it’s actually about showing people what good looks like and allowing other people to learn from these examples.” 20

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second highest amount of WorldStar Packaging Awards in the world. “I think it’s really encouraging for those innovators and designers in the region to think that they are not only working to make their packaging better for the environment and for the industry in the supply chain but are actually setting an example on a global stage,” she said. Kelton went on to cover this year’s award categories for entrants – the special awards, the “outside the box” category, and the most coveted awards and scholarships on offer. She said that the level of sustainability criteria has increased this year, and that entries in all categories must meet these criteria and demonstrate how their entries meet the 2025 National Packaging Targets and the 2030 Food Waste Targets. “We will be looking at whether entrants have included and incorporated the 10-point sustainable packaging principles into their designs, and whether the Australasian recycling label is visible on packs,” Kelton said, pointing out the importance of including packaging communication devices, such as QR codes, on designs. “We receive a massive number of entries in the sustainability category each year. And year on year this category continues to show huge growth,” she added. Another important category, says Kelton, is Save Food Packaging Design, and one, she says, at which the industry should look more closely. “Packaging plays such a critical and integral role in potentially minimising food waste across the supply chains. And if, from the start, we can design better packaging to help minimise food waste in households, we are going to lower our environmental impact,” she said. On the subject of education and training that can be achieved through design, Kelton says that the PIDAs highlight the change that’s happening, and encourage further change, to support people who think innovatively about packaging and the change that needs to happen. “Recognition isn’t just about a company standing up and getting the

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Nerida Kelton: PIDAs a step to global stage

trophy. To us, it’s actually about showing people what good looks like and allowing other people to learn from these examples,” she said, explaining that the PIDAs were established to educate and train people to understand what best practice translates to in packaging on shelf; and to provide companies with the opportunity to look at previous winners and to learn from them, through case studies, interviews and technical articles developed by AIP about the winning examples. “The designs that are entered are representing a trend, and a point of view. They are good barometers of the

key trends shaping the industry,” she said, citing several 2021 WPO winners, such as Zero Co, O F Packaging, Melbourne Coffee, Pana Organic and Zipform Packaging, as examples. A new opportunity for entrants this year, said Kelton, is the video option, which enables entrants to submit a video of their entries, to help the judges see “how the packaging works, how it opens, how it feels, and includes all the features to be showcased.” “Everybody should enter the Awards; I say that with all sincerity. I think it’s an absolutely fantastic program,” she said, advising people to encourage colleagues to enter too.

ABOVE: Woolworths Group Australia was awarded a PIDA in 2021 for its PaperSeal meat tray, and has gone on to be named a finalist in the 2022 WorldStar Special Award Sustainability category.

Food • Beverage • Health, Beauty & Wellness • Domestic & Household • Labelling & Decoration Outside of the Box • Sustainable Packaging Design • Save Food Packaging Design Accessible & Inclusive Packaging Design • Marketing • Young Packaging Professional of the Year Industry Packaging Professional of the Year • ABA Scholarships

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“Is there a quiet achiever in your business or in your community that deserves recognition? “Or has someone come up with a fantastic circular economy program or a product stewardship program that should be in the spotlight? “Do you know any inspiring young people that deserve to be recognised? “Think about those people around you in your networks contributing to the industry, because this is what the PIDAs are here for. “We, the organisers of the PIDA programme, are here to recognise those people. People are what makes packaging happen,” she said. ■

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RetailW rld Join as a Partner today. The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) provides opportunities for your company to partner with the Institute through our on-line newsletter, website and social media sites. These communication tools will provide direct access and communication on a regular basis to our Members and wider industry colleagues on the AIP database. Ask the AIP how your business can become a partner today. PROUD LONG-STANDING SUPPORTERS OF PACKAGING EDUCATION & TRAINING IN AUSTRALASIA AIP NEWSLETTER MAY 2022

AIP: Peak Professional Body for Packaging Education & Training in Australasia The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) is the peak professional body for packaging education and training in Australasia; helping to shape the careers of generations of packaging professionals – from packaging technologists to international packaging business leaders along with a host of people in associated disciplines – sales and marketing, purchasing, production and environment. The AIP was founded in 1963 in response to a need for packaging technologists to interact and provide a professional identity for individuals within the packaging industry. Having served the industry for over 59 years the AIP is the only professional body designed to provide professional and personal development to all levels of the packaging industry; educational offerings include the Diploma in Packaging Technology, the Certificate in Packaging, the Master in Food & Packaging Innovation, Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) Designation, Fundamentals of Packaging Technology course, half-day training courses, conferences, technical forums, site visits, Influential Women’s Mentoring program, internship program and more. The AIP covers Australia, New Zealand and parts of Asia. To find out more email info@aipack.com.au or www.aipack.com.au

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Annual Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards Coordinated by the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), the Annual Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards are designed to recognise companies and individuals who are making a significant difference in their field in Australia and New Zealand.

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PIDA Categories include: Food • Beverage • Health, Beauty & Wellness • Domestic & Household Labelling & Decoration • Outside of the Box • Sustainable Packaging • Save Food Packaging Accessible & Inclusive Packaging • Marketing • Young Packaging Professional of the Year Industry Packaging Professional of the Year • ABA Scholarships The PIDA Awards are the exclusive award program for all Australia and New Zealand entries into the prestigious WorldStar Packaging Awards, which are coordinated by the World Packaging Organisation ( WPO). The AIP are the Member for Australia and New Zealand for the WPO. To find out more email pida@aipack.com.au

AIP NEWSLETTER MAY 2022