In a global first for KitKat, Australia's number one chocolate bar will trial a paper packaging wrapper on the KitKat four-finger 45g variant. An on-pack QR code allows consumers to voice their views on the pack.

Endeavour Group says the acquisition of Cape Mentelle Winery in Western Australia’s Margaret River is an important step in building the group’s Paragon Wine Estates fine wine portfolio.

JL Lennard has appointed Paul Meischke as its new CEO, taking over from David Boekemann, to lead the expansion of the packaging and processing machinery and food service equipment supply company.

Following a global search, Maggie Beer Holdings has appointed the joint managing director of Goodman Fielder ANZ, Kinda Grange, as its new CEO and managing director.

Australian family-owned fresh juice processor Grove Juice has launched new packaging putting indigenous artists in the spotlight, and on kitchen benches. Seven ‘limited-edition artworks adorn new packaging on its two-litre juice range.

Barilla has changed its blue box range packaging after 25 years, the new pack is currently rolling out to stores across Australia, and is made from virgin fibre paper sourced from responsibly managed forests, helping to reduce approximately 126,000kg of plastic annually worldwide.

Asahi Beverages has entered a landmark new partnership with the AFL, as part of a four-year deal, a range of beverages including Gatorade and Cool Ridge water will become the new official drinks of the AFL.

Australian consumers are seeing significant price increases across dairy products – with milk prices having risen at the fastest rate since records began, according to a new report by Rabobank.

Kerry, a world leader in taste and nutrition, has launched KerryNutri Guide, a new tool that will support manufacturers to optimise the nutritional profile of products while being aware of the various front of pack regulations.

Australian boutique coffee maker Hunt and Brew has announced its entire product range including white milk and cold brew are now being made from 100 per cent recycled plastic, as well as being 100 per cent kerbside recyclable.

Rabobank has announced the appointment of Mark Wiessing as CEO for Rabobank Australia and regional manager Australia and New Zealand, succeeding Peter Knoblanche, who will retire in May following 27 years with the bank.

Federal minister for industry and science, Ed Husic, outlines the federal government’s goal to revitalise industry and the role the food and beverage sector has in those plans.

With manufacturers under pressure to meet Net Zero targets, Foodmach CEO Earle Roberts looks at how Line MES can help fix an urgent problem.

In the final issue for 2022, Food & Drink Business brings you the year in review, what lies ahead, and its annual Top 100 Food & Drink Companies report. Federal industry minister Ed Husic writes about his goals for the sector, while industry leaders Tanya Barden from the Australian Food & Grocery Council and Geoff Parker from the Australian Beverages Council provide their take on the state of play in their jurisdictions.

Indigenous owned company, SupplyAus Holdings has appointed Nerida Brink head of food and beverage and its new ‘coffee guru’ following its acquisition of Aromas Coffee Roasters.

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners says its new canning line will process up to 1700 cans every minute, help meet growing demand for canned beverages, and advance sustainability and gender equality goals.