New options for free-range egg labelling could be on the cards according to a consultation paper released this week by Australia's consumer affairs ministers.

Coca-Cola is rolling out smaller bottle options after seeing double-digit growth during trials of the 390ml size.

Asahi Super Dry has launched new packaging for its bottled 330ml product six-pack baskets and cartons throughout Australia.

The government's new food labelling system has been met with criticism from groups claiming there are still “gaps” of information which can't be adequately filled by apps.

The second phase of the Health Star Rating (HSR) awareness campaign, worth $2.1 million, has kicked off.

<div class="story story_body" id="45b0716d-5293-bee0-6e37-65fbf026dcbb"><p class="para para_body"><span class="char char_Body_italic">Matthews Australasia says it will expand on its range of in-line labellers now it is the Australasian agent for Compact Labelling Systems.</span></p></div>

Choice has pointed to several products that are being marketing as healthy options but perform poorly under the health star rating system.

Private label brand owners are moving from 'me too' copycats to disruptive innovators - and winning awards along the way.

Plasdene Glass-Pak has acquired West Australian-based Silverlock Packaging in a move that expands its geographic coverage, product offering and team make-up.

Supply chain company Chep Australia and social enterprise Thankyou Group have both found new ways to support people in need.

The Australian Government says it will consult with industry and conduct in-depth consumer research on country of origin labelling.

Fonterra is ploughing $20 million into the establishment of a new multi-wall paper bulk bag production line – either in Australia or New Zealand.

Consumer-led packaging design is coming to the fore in dairy. Mark Dingley of Matthews identifies five trends that are having a big impact.

The NSW government hopes to press ahead with a container deposit scheme in the face of opposition from the beverage industry.

Capilano Honey will boost its packing volumes after buying the assets of a Victorian honey packer, and reopening its Maryborough facility.

Rising packaging and raw material costs are behind a move to reduce the weight of Cadbury family blocks, according to Mondelez International.