PLAY PKN: Video Bulletin 17 May

In the news: The HIVE Awards, Don Smallgoods, APCO, Ravenwood Packaging, Kimberly-Clark Australia, Nutella, Abaris Printing, Currie Group, APCO Awards, Banksia Foundation.

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Food & Drink Business

Taste and nutrition company, Kerry, has revealed its 2026 Global Taste Charts – drawing on the expertise of over 1200 scientists, 100 flavourists, and extensive consumer research to unlock the rising trends in food and beverage.

The World Whiskies Awards has revealed its 2026 Rest of the World winners, shining a spotlight on several Australian distilleries making their mark on the growing international whisky community.

Starward Whisky has returned to full Australian ownership, with founder David Vitale acquiring the brand and ending its decade-long involvement with Diageo’s Distill Ventures program.