Newsprint price woes for regional papers

Country papers are seeking federal government support, similar to the temporary petrol excise cut, as rising newsprint prices risk masthead consolidation or closure in regional areas

26 April, 2022

Durst hints at ‘superwide’ P5 release at FESPA Berlin

Durst Oceania managing director Matt Ashman says the new ‘superwide’ P5 platform, which will be unveiled next month in Berlin, includes new innovative features which will enhance print versatility, productivity and quality.

21 April, 2022

Pakko’s Nina Nguyen wins 2022 Telstra Best of Business Award

Nguyen takes home the top gong for the Progressing Australia award, which was announced at a recent gala event in Sydney, for showcasing local leadership and tackling a need in the community head-on

19 April, 2022

Minuteman Press franchise triples sales following acquisition of Images on Paper

The franchise’s owner Rod Hambley explains why the acquisition of Images on Paper helped his business as it celebrates 17 years in operation

13 April, 2022

TRMC and PVCA merger explainer – what happens next?

Kellie Northwood tells more about the intention for merger of TRMC and PVCA, and what their members can expect moving forward

12 April, 2022

TRMC and PVCA to form one united industry association

The Real Media Collective (TRMC) CEO Kellie Northwood has issued a statement announcing the intention for merger of TRMC and the Print & Visual Communications Association of Australia (PVCA)

12 April, 2022

Ovato Aust paper supply & demand aligned as NZ heatset closes

Ovato CEO James Hannan says whilst ensuring paper supply is a struggle, Australia does have a few more supply options available compared to New Zealand

7 April, 2022

Ovato to cease heatset printing at Wiri plant in New Zealand

Paper supply problems and increased costs cited as reasons for heatset shutdown in New Zealand

5 April, 2022

Budget 2022-2023: Printers praise apprentice support so long as you can find one and access training

The pre-election 2022-23 federal budget has been given a lukewarm reception by some Australian printers with the apprentice support provisions the most praised aspect so long as you can firstly find an apprentice and then have them trained

31 March, 2022

Hero Print installs first Muller Martini Pantera perfect binder since COVID started

Increased automation and production efficiency were the key drivers in the decision to go with the 23-metre long Pantera perfect binding line supplied to Hero Print by Muller Martini

28 March, 2022