• (l-r) Robert Laing, Thomas Dohse (Interpack director) Lindy Hughson and APPMA's Mark Dingley
    (l-r) Robert Laing, Thomas Dohse (Interpack director) Lindy Hughson and APPMA's Mark Dingley
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At the Interpack networking event for visitors from Australia and New Zealand, hosted by PKN and APPMA, APPMA chairman Mark Dingley shared his thoughts on Interpack as a precursor for the upcoming APPEX trade show.

Food & Drink Business

The Senate Economics Committee has rejected the Food Donations Bill that proposed a tax offset for companies donating excess food to food relief agencies rather than dumping it. While the bill had the potential to deliver the equivalent of 100 million meals to food relief organisations, the committee said it had “serious concerns” including the bill’s “generous” tax concessions. Food relief agencies and social welfare organisations have questioned the committee’s decision to reject the bill outright rather than make recommendations for amendments.  

The winners of the 62nd annual Australian Export Awards were announced in Canberra yesterday, featuring three winners from the food sector – including dessert manufacturer Frosty Boy Global, in the Agribusiness, Food and Beverages category.

Mondelēz International has appointed Toby Smith as President Japan, Australia and New Zealand, with the incumbent, Darren O’Brien, appointed Global Chief Corporate and Government Affairs officer.