AUSPACK PLUS is returning to Sydney, presenting food manufacturers with an invaluable opportunity to network with other industry members and gain an insight into the latest and greatest developments in packaging.
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Ready meals must now display kJ content
As part of the state government's 8700 kilojoule campaign, NSW premier Barry O'Farrell this morning launched the mandatory kilojoule labelling of ready meals sold in supermarkets.
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Coal seam gas regulations, good but not great: NSW Farmers
NSW Farmers has welcomed the new state regulations banning coal seam gas mining close to residential areas, but says more can be done.
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Dairy awards leave bad taste in producers’ mouths
Aldi's dominance at the Sydney Royal Cheese and Dairy Produce Show has upset boutique producers, who are calling for the "philistine" brands to enter into their own separate category moving forward.
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Farmers speak out on their struggles with supermarkets
A fourth-generation cattle farmer has spoken publicly about the losses he has suffered at the hands of Australia's supermarket duopoly, claiming his income last year was slashed by $80,000.
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Drayton’s Family Wines directors accused of manslaughter
Directors of Pokolbin's Drayton's Family Wines are accused of failing to ensure the safety of their workers, following a 2008 explosion which killed two people.
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Third death following Jindi listeria outbreak
Australia's largest listeria outbreak, which has been linked to Jindi cheese products, has claimed another life with the death of a 68 year old NSW man in late January.
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Green wine growth in McLaren Vale
A growing demand from consumers for environmentally sustainable wines has led one entire region to introduce a sustainable winegrowing program, writes Christine Salins.
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Floods could cost NSW farmers $10 million
New South Wales' bill following the recent disastrous floods could hit $10 million or more, says the NSW Farmers Association.
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Another listeria scare leads to cheese recall
Weeks after Jindi voluntarily recalled its cheese products following two listeria-related deaths, another cheese brand has had to pull its product from the shelves.
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Government to help Hawkesbury oyster farmers
State government assistance will be offered to Hawkesbury oyster farmers after millions of oysters were wiped out last week following an outbreak of Pacific Oyster Mortality Syndrome.
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Millions of Hawkesbury oysters lost overnight
Oysters in the Mullet Creek, the Hawkesbury's tributary, have been struck down with the Pacific oyster mortality syndrome, affecting about 20 percent of the local industry.
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Hunter wineries calling for protection from drilling
Hunter Valley winemakers have approached their local member, George Souris, asking for help in their fight against growing interest in the area's potential as a fossil fuel resource.
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Bird flu is back
An unidentified strain of bird flu has been detected at an egg farm near Maitland in New South Wales.
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Tip Top truck drivers fight to earn a crust
Delivery drivers for bread company Tip Top are staging protests across NSW today in retaliation to what they say is a company-issued ultimatum – either accept a pay cut or lose their jobs.
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Counterfeit items flooding Australian market
Food manufacturers, packaging organisations and consumers have been warned that counterfeit household items including food products are becoming increasingly common in Australia.
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Coles and Woollies wiping out regional grocers: lobby group
The Senate Inquiry into Coles and Woolworths’ anti-competitive behaviour is not impacting their mission to take over the grocery sector entirely, and the independents are desperately calling on the federal government to step in.
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UNSW, Korea join forces to reduce allergens during food and drink processing
Australian researchers have identified processing techniques which will minimise the adverse effects of allergens in milk and other food products.
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Man killed by fall in grain carrier
A 50-year-old man died on Saturday when he fell into an empty grain bulk carrier in the Port of Newcastle.
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New regulations to ensure welfare of animals in NSW abattoirs
New South Wales has unveiled new regulations in state abattoirs to ensure the wellbeing and welfare of animals.
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