The Print Files

In this episode of The Print Files: A Big Month in Print, Lindy Hughson and Jan Arreza analyse the major news and trends shaping the Australasian print industry in September.We begin this month’s review with major distribution moves, as EFI appoints Currie Group as its exclusive Sign & Display distributor across Australia and New Zealand, and Canon partners with Rodden Graphics to expand into packaging and labels via Edale flexo systems. We also cover Rawson’s acquisition of IntoPrint following its Megacolour purchase, CS Graphics’ management buyout of Aldus Graphics’ distribution arm, and the US$80 million acquisition of Landa by private equity firm FIMI.The discussion continues with Canon’s new Colorado XL series, marking its entry into the 3.4-metre super-wide format market, and Neon Packaging’s Australian first installation of Mimaki’s UV-DTF printer, expanding its capability to curved and irregular surfaces. We also highlight Women in Print’s new incorporation framework, and review the record turnout at Labelexpo Europe now rebranded as Loupe showcasing major innovations and global engagement.We wrap up with people moves, including Adrian Fleming’s return to PrintIQ as ANZ general manager, and John Wall’s retirement after more than 40 years at Roland DG Australia, with Jessie Parker stepping into the managing director role.Links:P21 Mag: Currie Group leads EFI in ANZwww.print21.com.au/sign-and-display/p21-mag-currie-group-leads-efi-in-anzCanon PP appoints Rodden Graphics ANZ agentwww.print21.com.au/labels/canon-pp-appoints-rodden-graphics-anz-agentRawson expands with IntoPrint acquisitionwww.print21.com.au/commercial/rawson-expands-with-intoprint-acquisitionCS Graphics completes MBO of Aldus Graphicswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/cs-graphics-completes-mbo-of-aldus-graphicsLanda acquired by FIMI for $80mwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/landa-acquired-by-fimi-for-80mCanon widens UVgel reach with Colorado XL-serieswww.print21.com.au/sign-and-display/canon-widens-uvgel-reach-with-colorado-xl-seriesNeon Packaging installs Aus-first Mimaki UV-DTFwww.print21.com.au/packaging/neon-packaging-installs-aus-first-mimaki-uv-dtfWomen in Print receives corporate charter approvalwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/women-in-print-receives-corporate-charter-approvalLabelexpo Europe: Bigger, bolder, broaderhttps://www.print21.com.au/labelexpo/labelexpo-europe-bigger-bolder-broaderRecord attendance at Labelexpo's Barcelona debuta...

In this episode of The Print Files – Leadership in Print series, Lindy Hughson, Managing Editor & Publisher of Print21, talks with Isobel Clark, Director of Client Services & Marketing at Flying Colours Group and winner of the 2025 National Print Awards’ Best Emerging Talent.Isobel reflects on her award win, the achievements that have shaped her career, and the unique role Tasmania plays in Australia’s print industry. She also shares her passion for supporting the next generation, discussing her new appointment as Tasmanian Marker for The Inkers – Make Your Mark programme.The discussion explores why nurturing apprentices and early-career professionals is vital for the future of print and visual media in Australia, and how programs like The Inkers are building stronger industry connections nationwide.We close with Isobel’s advice for those starting their journey in print today – practical insights from one of the industry’s rising leaders.Links:Sponsored by Konica Minoltawww.konicaminolta.com.auVMA names Markers for The Inkers programmewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vma-names-markers-for-the-inkers-programme------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Lindy HughsonCoordinator: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2025

In this episode of The Print Files: A Big Month in Print, Lindy Hughson and Jan Arreza analyse the major news and trends shaping the Australasian print industry in August.The discussion begins with the sudden closure of Melbourne’s Ezprint, unpacking the fallout for staff and customers, and the role of Precision Group, which acquired the customer list, offered jobs to some employees, and separately, has also expanded with its acquisition of JP Printing.The discussion then turns to Orora’s launch of Helio, the world’s first integrated high-speed digital direct-to-can printing system, followed by a review of IVE Group’s strong FY25 profit growth despite softer revenue.Next, attention shifts to technology and investment, with Xclusive Printing Solutions moving into a new Ingleburn facility equipped with Horizon systems from Currie Group, and Brougham Press boosting its finishing capability with a Horizon MiniCABS Binding System.The episode wraps up with a look at the Visual Media Association’s AGM, which reported strong growth in membership and sponsorship, increased investment in initiatives like The Inkers and Buy Australian Print campaigns, and a firm stance on the Victorian government’s proposed work-from-home mandate.Links:Melbourne-based Ezprint closes its doors [UPDATED]www.print21.com.au/commercial/melbourne-based-ezprint-closes-its-doors-updatedPrecision Group supports Ezprint customers, staffwww.print21.com.au/commercial/precision-group-supports-ezprint-customers-staffPrecision Group acquires JP Printingwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/precision-group-acquires-jp-printingOrora direct-to-can digital press comes onstreamwww.print21.com.au/packaging/orora-direct-to-can-digital-press-comes-onstreamOrora lifts can volumes as demand fuels FY25 growthwww.print21.com.au/packaging/orora-lifts-can-volumes-as-demand-fuels-fy25-growthIVE delivers strong FY25, sets up for expansionwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/ive-delivers-strong-fy25-sets-up-for-expansionXPS pushing to go full trade with Horizonwww.print21.com.au/commercial/xps-pushing-to-go-full-trade-with-horizonBrougham Press boosts bindery with Horizon MiniCABSwww.print21.com.au/commercial/brougham-press-boosts-bindery-with-horizon-minicabsStrong year for VMA led by member engagement boostwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/strong-year-for-vma-led-by-member-engagement-boostVMA launches emerging talent programmewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vma-launches-emerging-talent-programme1VMA names Markers for The Inkers programmewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vma-names-markers-for-the-inkers-programmeVictoria’s WFH mandate raises concerns: VMAwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/victoria-s-wfh-mandate-raises-concerns-vma------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Lindy Hughson with Jan ArrezaCoordinator: Grant McHerronEditor: Chris VisscherProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2025

In this episode of The Print Files, Lindy Hughson, Managing Editor & Publisher of Print21, sits down with Kellie Northwood, CEO of the Visual Media Association (VMA), to explore the Association’s renewed momentum and bold initiatives shaping the future of the print and visual media industry.The conversation opens with key takeaways from the VMA’s recent AGM, including a surge in membership, financial strength, and a united sector approach. But the spotlight quickly shifts to the real action: the launch of The Inkers, a dynamic new programme designed to connect and retain emerging talent, and the Buy Australian Print campaign, a high-impact lobbying effort pushing for local procurement commitments across all levels of government.We also touch on the VMA’s increasing focus on mental health support and environmental certification, before wrapping up with Kellie’s forward-looking vision for the Association and a compelling call to action for industry players to get involved.This is an episode packed with purpose and practical insight. Links:Sponsored by Konica Minoltawww.konicaminolta.com.auVisual Media Associationvisualmediaassociation.org.auStrong year for VMA led by member engagement boostwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/strong-year-for-vma-led-by-member-engagement-boostVMA names Markers for The Inkers programmewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vma-names-markers-for-the-inkers-programmeVMA launches emerging talent programmewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vma-launches-emerging-talent-programme1------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Lindy HughsonCoordinator: Grant McHerronEditor: Chris VisscherProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2025

In this episode, Lindy Hughson, Managing Editor & Publisher of Print21, talks with Sonia Shwabsky, CEO of Kwik Kopy Australia, about the impact that AI is having in the print industry.We begin our discussion by assessing the importance of implementing AI in print businesses, the opportunities it presents in regards to design, print preparation, and customer service, as well as the viability of using it for production. Our discussion also explores how AI can provide clients cost-efficient marketing opportunities, modify existing designs to adjust or improve them, and create digital personas of company identities. We also review whether it will slash staff numbers, the security considerations that need to be made, and how Kwik Kopy will assist their franchisees to address concerns surrounding AI.We wrap up by looking ahead and getting an overview of where AI and print may be the future.Links:KwikKopykwikkopy.com.au------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Lindy HughsonCoordinator: Grant McHerronEditor: Chris VisscherProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2025

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Lindy Hughson and Jan Arreza analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from July.We begin our review of July with an update on Landa’s cashflow crisis and the possible upcoming purchase by HP; we assess how Onpack’s direct-to-can printing expertise has aligned with custom water brand Rippl’s growth strategy, and has boosted Onpack’s revenues significantly; and also commend RollsPack Group’s expansion into the Asia Pacific region, with the flexible packaging specialist having just opened a manufacturing facility called Rolls Technology in Huai’an, China. We go on to discuss New Zealand’s Pride in Print Awards and the upcoming Real Media Awards, and comment on the atmosphere at Lewis Media Group’s golden jubilee celebrating 50 years, and the products seen at Konica Minolta’s UnPacked Sydney show. We wrap up by getting an insight into the upcoming launch of the HP Indigo 6K+ label press, the sale of Australia’s biggest magazine publisher Are Media, and the The Inkers, an emerging talent program from the VMA.Links:Landa secures lifeline, gets six weeks to find buyerwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/landa-secures-lifeline-gets-six-weeks-to-find-buyerHP leads race to buy Landa Digital Printingwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/hp-leads-race-to-buy-landa-digital-printingDigital can printing fuels Onpack’s growthwww.print21.com.au/packaging/digital-can-printing-fuels-onpack-s-growthRollsPack launches high-tech facility in Chinawww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/rollspack-launches-high-tech-facility-in-chinaNZ industry gathers for Pride In Printwww.print21.com.au/events/events/nz-industry-gathers-for-pride-in-printReal Media Awards now open for entrieswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/real-media-awards-now-open-for-entriesFamily-run Lewis Media celebrates 50 yearswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/family-run-lewis-media-celebrates-50-yearsKonica Minolta UnPacked roadshow hits Sydneywww.print21.com.au/events/events/konica-minolta-unpacked-roadshow-hits-sydneyHP Indigo to launch AI enhanced label press next yearwww.print21.com.au/commercial/hp-indigo-to-launch-ai-enhanced-label-press-next-yearMajor IVE customer Are Media up for sale

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson, Lindy Hughson and Jan Arreza analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from June.This month is particularly special as we say farewell to Wayne for his last episode as he puts down his pen after 29 years covering the print industry. We start the discussion by looking to the future and review the increased adoption of AI with Canva’s purchase of Magic Brief following its purchase of Leonardo AI last year, and explore a more detailed insight from Sonia Shwabsky’s (CEO of Kwik Kopy Group) upcoming feature. We also look retrospectively by exploring the outdated manufacturing methods that lead to the liquidation of two major players O’Brien Formes and Starleaton, as well as assess the damage that this causes to other businesses. We also discuss the East Coast Canning’s improvement in UV ink adhesion with further expansions planned into non-beer sectors, the cashflow difficulties faced by Landa Digital Printing due to investors ceasing funding, and the everlasting saga of AusPost woes following the increased price of letters of 13.3%.We wrap up by going back by 600 years with the upcoming Melbourne Rare Books Fair showing work from the founder of print himself, Johannes Gutenberg’s bible and some Japanese prints that are even older than that! And a final bittersweet goodbye to our friend and colleague Wayne Robinson, with more exciting episodes and stories to come.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contactCanva Invests In More Ai For Growthwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/canva-invests-in-more-ai-for-growthO’Brien Entities Sink With Debts Of $4.4mwww.print21.com.au/packaging/o-brien-entities-sink-with-debts-of-4-4mStarleaton Liquidated On Non-Paymentswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/starleaton-liquidated-on-non-paymentsStarleaton Customers Vent Angerwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/starleaton-customers-vent-angerEast Coast Unlocks Can Printing Durabilitywww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/east-coast-unlocks-can-printing-durability Landa In Cashflow Crisis As Investors Cease Fundinghttps://www.print21.com.au/industry/latest/landa-in-cashflow-crisis-as-investors-cease-funding VMA Calls Auspost Rise Disappointingwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vma-calls-auspost-rise-disappointing World’s First Print Comes To Melbournewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/world-s-first-print-comes-to-melbourne------------------------------The Print Files Podcast...

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Jan Arreza analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from May.We begin our discussion by reviewing the refreshed National Print Awards, with the winners and special moments. We also assess the main themes revealed during PacPrint, including the increased diversification of business opportunities in print. We dig into the the reasons behind the mergence of DTF as a business opportunity for printers, exemplified by two print businesses making major DTF investments at PacPrint. The discussion also reviews the sale of Marvel Bookbinding, as well as the contributing factors behind the upcoming liquidation of Martin O’Brien Formes. We wrap up by checking into Vik Gulati’s purchase of Reacon Group, and the twists and turns in the process.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contactNational Print Awards Roar Back To Lifewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/national-print-awards-roar-back-to-lifeCMYKhub Moves Into DTFwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/cmykhub-moves-into-dtf Officeworks Orders Accurioshine 3600www.print21.com.au/industry/latest/officeworks-orders-accurioshine-3600Pacprint Video: Konica Minoltawww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/pacprint-video-konica-minoltaMartin O’brien Formes Faces Axewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/martin-o-brien-formes-faces-axeReacon Australia To Be Liquidatedwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/reacon-australia-to-be-liquidated------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Wayne RobinsonCoordinator: Grant McHerronEditor: Chris VisscherProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2025

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from April.We begin our discussion by assessing the impact of US tariffs on the ANZ print industry, which may impact print for wine and pharmaceuticals being exported to the US, but more significantly for the whole print industry the government has created a five point plan in response, one point of which is a directive for government print to be procured within Australia where possible. In the latest moves in the local print industry, we explore the Rawson Print & Packaging decision to increase its commercial print business via the acquisition of Megacolour, and we assess the travails, twists and turns over Reacon, whose print and mail businesses are in administration while the company itself has been acquired, but which will have to fight through a court case over its future. And in a b last form the past we assess the possible judgement of $700,000 in damages by against former Express Print & Mail owners Wendy and Matthew Chadwick of to be paid to the landlords of theie former Kunda Park building. We wrap up by reviewing the recent hacking of print businesses, and the increasing necessity for cyber security controls and education in the print industry, due to its sizable data holdings and the necessity of IT to run their operations operations.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contactTrump Tariffs Hit Supporters’ Printwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/trump-tariffs-hit-supporters-printRawson Acquires Megacolourwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/rawson-acquires-megacolourCourt Battle Over Reacon Businesseswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/court-battle-over-reacon-businessesChadwicks Front Court Over Damagewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/chadwicks-front-court-over-damagePrint Businesses Attacked By Cyber Crookswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/print-businesses-attacked-by-cyber-crooks ------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Wayne RobinsonCoordinator: Grant McHerronEditor: Chris VisscherProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2025

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from March.We start this month's episode by reviewing the federal budget and how it will impact the print industry, and especially the proposed ban on non-compete clauses in contracts. The discussion also explores the latest Smithers research report, which says dye sublimation printing will see soaring growth until the end of the decade, and we examine the latest print industry metrics and showing the continued investment in diversification by print businesses with packaging, warehousing and logistics, and finishing seeing the biggest interest from print businesses. We also assess the factors behind the sour taste left in the print trade by Bannershop’s rapid exit from Australia.We wrap up with an overview of the upcoming first summit of its kind for the nine print trade associations, which has been called by the VMA.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contact Crumbs For Print In Election Budgetwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/crumbs-for-print-in-election-budgetRapid Growth For Dye Sub: Smitherswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/rapid-growth-for-dye-sub-smithersPackaging Tops Diversification Choiceswww.print21.com.au/packaging/packaging-tops-diversification-choicesBannershop Exit Leaves Trade Angrywww.print21.com.au/sign-and-display/bannershop-exit-leaves-trade-angryVMA To Host Industry Association Summitwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vma-to-host-industry-association-summit------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Wayne RobinsonCoordinator: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2025

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from February.We start off by reviewing the lockout at Opal Paper’s Maryvale Mill in Victoria’s Latrobe Valley due to industrial action which resulted in 308 workers having a month without pay. We assess whether print businesses could face similar conflict. Our discussion also explores the forecasted 20 per cent drop in job opportunities for print, with the increase in AI and automation. We look at what print is doing to recruit more young talent with Visual Connections Career Connections, Fespa Future Leaders, VMA Emerging Leaders, and highlight government initiatives providing training and pathways for existing and emerging young people in the industry.We wrap up with an assessment of the new investment and growth in digital can printing, and the conversely the put the spotlight competitive and evolving market of sign and display print. We end this episode marking some major milestones.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contact Lockout Ends As Maryvale Dispute Overwww.print21.com.au/packaging/lockout-ends-as-maryvale-dispute-overPrint's Workforce To Shrink By A Fifthwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/print-s-workforce-to-shrink-by-a-fifth Vma Launches Emerging Talent Programmewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vma-launches-emerging-talent-programmeFee-Free Tafe For Sign & Graphicswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/fee-free-tafe-for-sign-and-graphics Orora’s Digital Can Line Arrivingwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/orora-s-digital-can-line-arriving Bannershop Pulls Up Stumpswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/bannershop-pulls-up-stumpsNational Print Awards Elevate + Celebratewww.print21.com.au/events/events/national-print-awards-elevate-celebrateBowden Celebrates 90 Yearswww.print21.com.au/commercial/bowden-celebrates-90-yearsPrint21 Owner Yaffa Celebrates 100 Yearswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/print21-owner-yaffa-celebrates-100-years ------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not...

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from November.We start off this month’s edition by reviewing the Canva deal with HP to provide design-to-print for their customers, by facilitating local printing companies with HP Indigo and HP Large Format printers to supply the print. We also assess the Visual Media Association’s launch of the new Labels & Packaging Coalition, which has warned the federal government about regulations surrounding fibre-based packaging solutions. Still on packaging we look at and Amcor’s $13bn acquisition of US-based Berry Group, which means the company will have 400 plants around the world printing a huge amount of flexo. We move on to discuss Officework’s new same-day printing service, which creates a new challenge for commercial printshops, and we look at the latest developments as print and mail looks to keep mail monopoly AusPost in check. The return of the National Print Awards in May next for their 40th iteration, with a refreshed approach to the format, categories and how judging is assessed.Finally we wrap up with a peak into 2025, and what will be a seriously increased use and reliance on AI, along with the importance of getting acquainted with how AI could be incorporated into your business.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contact Canva offers design-to-print via HP userswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/canva-offers-design-to-print-via-hp-usersVMA warns on packaging regulationwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vma-warns-on-packaging-regulationAmcor in packaging mega mergerwww.print21.com.au/packaging/amcor-in-packaging-mega-mergerOfficeworks rolls out same day printingwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/officeworks-rolls-out-same-day-printingVMA says auspost should stick to scriptwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vma-says-auspost-should-stick-to-scriptNational Print Awards to re-launch in 2025www.print21.com.au/industry/latest/national-print-awards-to-re-launch-in-2025Ricoh opens new CX Centrewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/ricoh-opens-new-cx-centre------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via...

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from October.We start off by reviewing the extensive investment into printing presses in Australia and New Zealand purchased from Heidelberg, Komori, and Koenig & Bauer. Next is an update on TMA’s fight against the Philippines government over the $100m joint venture in a thermal printing operation. We also explore the rationale behind social media giant TikTok's decision to start printing books. The significant increase in government costs, that are far in excess of inflation, come under the spotlight, and we look at the continued rise in packaging opportunities, with Bright Print purchasing of Morprint, and assess the new Labels and Packaging Coalition. We wrap up by discussing the halt of the decline in spending on outdoor print, and mourning the loss of Joan Daniels, aged 93, who was widely thought to be the first woman to own and run a print business in Australia.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contact IVE orders four Koenig & Bauer Presseswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/ive-orders-four-koenig-and-bauer-presses $100M TMA case listed by world backwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/100m-tma-case-listed-by-world-bank TikTok partners up to print bookswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/tiktok-partners-up-to-print-booksPrinters facing soaring govt costs far in excess of inflationwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/printers-facing-soaring-govt-costs-far-in-excess-of-inflationVMA establishes new labels and packaging industry coalition:www.print21.com.au/packaging/vma-establishes-new-labels-and-packaging-industry-coalition------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Wayne RobinsonCoordinator: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2024

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from September.We start off by reviewing a Smithers report which forecasts a 25 per cent of printed packaging and labels over the next five years for Australia and New Zealand, with automated workflows, robotics, and artificial intelligence playing a major role. The discussion also looks at some of the print businesses that are now investing for packaging. As packaging point grows, newspapers decline, we look at the factors behind the Australian Community Media’s decision to begin culling weekday editions of several regional newspapers. The month saw two huge deals in print: Xsys purchased flexo plate rival MacDermid for $485m, while Epson spent $875m to buy rip developer Fiery. We examine the motives behind the deals, which confound those who say there is no money in print.And we discuss a major win for the industry, which saw Australia Post reverse its decision to suspend unaddressed mail during the pre-Christmas period. Finally we look at the changing world of trade exhibitions, specifically drupa’s decision to reduce the next show from 11 days to nine, and the new PacPrint, being held in Sydney for the first time, and with Kirsten Taylor from Taylor’d Press as the new chair of the board.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contact Blue Star integrates Auckland in $30m spendwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/blue-star-integrates-auckland-in-30m-spendRegional newspaper cull beginswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/regional-newspaper-cull-beginsFlexo rivals consolidate in $485m dealwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/flexo-rivals-consolidate-in-485m-dealEpson buys Fiery for $875m to accelerate digital transitionwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/epson-buys-fiery-for-875m-to-accelerate-digital-transitionAusPost reverses UAM suspensionwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/auspost-reverses-uam-suspensionNext drupa cut from 11 days to 9www.print21.com.au/events/events/next-drupa-cut-from-11-days-to-9Taylor to chair PacPrint boardwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/taylor-to-chair-pacprint-boardSponsors locked in for PacPrint 2025www.print21.com.au/industry/latest/sponsors-locked-in-for-pacprint-2025 ------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from August.We start off by reviewing Australia Post’s decision to cease the delivery of unaddressed mail by December. We assess how close we are to AI and machine learning technologies achieving fully automated print production. Following this we discuss IVE’s increasing profits but static revenue, and its progress in its folding carton intentions. We check out the change in VMA's presidency. Online print giant and Vista parent Cimpress released its figures, and a contentious statement, we discuss print's response.We wrap up by unpacking investigations which include several allegations of unions facilitating an estimated $3m in ghost printing via print brokers.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contact Auspost stops pre-Xmas unaddressed mailwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/auspost-stops-pre-xmas-unaddressed-mailConnect points way forward for printwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/connect-points-way-forward-for-printHorizon to show lights out factorywww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/horizon-to-show-lights-out-factoryIVE profits up on static revenuewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/ive-profits-up-on-static-revenuePidgeon becomes VMA presidentwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/pidgeon-becomes-vma-presidentVista achieves record profitswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vista-achieves-record-resultsAllegations unions in $3m rortwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/allegations-unions-in-3m-print-rort-----------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Wayne RobinsonCoordinator: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherEditor: Chris VisscherPrint21 - © 2024

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from June.We start off by reviewing the decline of printed newspapers, with Rupert Murdoch, owner of Australian, UK and US newspapers, predicting that they will all be history in 15 years. We look at the implications of Meta’s withdrawal of $200m in yearly funding from Australian newspaper publishers, on both metro and regional areas. Following this, we assess the impact of the end of printed newspapers on rest of the print industry.We then look at the Access Print Solutions story, with the three business company going into VA and then being bought by the directors three weeks later. Sustainable printing developments are coming thick and fast, we discuss three of the latest as print bolsters its claim to be the most eco-friendly communication channel. We wrap up by getting with overview of the Visual Impact trade show, the continued growth and investment into sign and display equipment by ANZ business, and finally, we celebrate the impact of leaders in the trade associations who are now stepping back. Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contact Murdoch gives newspapers 15 years maxwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/murdoch-gives-newspapers-15-years-maxRegional newspaper cull beginswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/regional-newspaper-cull-begins Access owners buy business back for $5mwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/access-owners-buy-business-back-for-5m Visual Impact numbers and sales upwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/visual-impact-numbers-and-sales-upPidgeon becomes VMA presidentwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/pidgeon-becomes-vma-president------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Wayne RobinsonCoordinator: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2024

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from June.We start this month’s episode by reviewing the return of drupa in Dusseldorf, back for the first time in eight years. It had a 35% drop in attendance compared to the last show, with this in mind we assess the value of trade shows in today’s market. Throughout the discussion we explore the increased representation in software, automation, robotics and digitisation, and the many investments made by ANZ printing businesses in new printing equipment. We review purchases made at the show with Reacon Group’s order of a Fujifilm JetPress 1160CF, CMYKhub’s Colorado inkjet ix3200, Easy Signs HB Indigo ABG, and Kwik Kopy Norwood’s Elitron to name a few. Back home we assess the failures of Momento Pro, Access Print Solutions, and Graphic Print who have all called in administrators. We also explore new players in the industry, the increased demand for fast turn around onshore printing, and the unfortunate use of offshore printing by the Australian Government. The episode wraps up by celebrating Cactus printing’s world sustainability award, and the increased representation of women in the print industry.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contact170,000 Printers went to DRUPAwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/170-000-printers-went-to-drupaDRUPA video highlightswww.youtube.com/@print2190/videos DRUPA: Reacon orders FujiFilm first www.print21.com.au/industry/latest/drupa-reacon-orders-fujifilm-firstDRUPA: CMYKhub to upgrade with Colorado’swww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/drupa-cmykhub-to-upgrade-with-colorados Kwik Kopy Norwood orders Elitronwww.print21.com.au/commercial/kwik-kopy-norwood-orders-elitronCactus takes world sustainability awardwww.print21.com.au/search?filter=all&orderby=date&q=cactusMomento Pro in liquidationwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/momento-pro-in-liquidationAccess Print & Graphic Print hit the skidswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/access-print-and-graphic-print-hit-the-skids -----------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa...

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from April.We start off by assessing the $15bn Future Made in Australia manufacturing plan, which appears to have nothing in it for print, the country's largest manufacturing industry. The discussion then moves on to unpacking the factors impacting in outdoor print, and the month's wide-format market movements, which have seen another big collapse.We also explore the huge investments into folding cartons with International Papers US$9.9bn purchase of DS Smith, and Smurfit Kappa’s US$11bn acquisition of WestRock, and ask what it all means for local printers looking to carton printing. Finally we assess the continued growth in the representation of women in the print and packaging industries, and ask if things have really changed.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contact Back to the future not for printwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/back-to-the-future-not-for-printPrint’s outdoor share fallswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/print-s-outdoor-share-fallsEaton issues open letter to industrywww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/eaton-issues-open-letter-to-industryMesh Direct in VA with $1.9m in debtswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/mesh-direct-in-va-with-1-9m-debtsWestrock to become part of Smurfit Kappawww.print21.com.au/packaging/westrock-to-become-part-of-smurfit-kappaStrong support for women in packagingwww.print21.com.au/packaging/strong-support-for-women-in-packagingPKN Women in Packaging Awards launchedwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/pkn-women-in-packaging-awards-launched------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Wayne RobinsonCoordinator: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2024

In the latest episode of print's podcast, It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from March.We start off the discussion by reviewing the major trends for the upcoming drupa trade show, with a focus on sustainability, connectivity, AI, the platform economy and, and automation. We assess why packaging will play such a major part of the first drupa in eight years. The discussion also gives us an exciting overview of the upcoming forums, the growth in textile printing, and we extend an invite to the Print21 ANZ drupa party at Frankenheim Brewery. We consider Frugalpac’s request to manufacture paper bottles in Australia, we assess the implications of the return of All Flags and Starleaton, and the exciting return of Australian wine exports to China, which is excellent news for label printers.Links:Sponsored by Currie Groupwww.curriegroup.com.au/contact ANZ drupa party set for 31 Maywww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/anz-drupa-party-set-for-31-mayPrint 21 Magazine - Drupa trendswww.print21.com.au/events/events/print21-magazine-drupa-trends Drupa to present future for printerswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/drupa-to-present-future-for-printersKodak to show inkjet and offset at drupawww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/kodak-to-show-inkjet-and-offset-at-drupaHP releases latest Indigos at Dscoopwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/hp-releases-latest-indigos-at-dscoopKonica Minolta launches Accurioshinewww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/konica-minolta-launches-accurioshineCurrie Group brings Elitron to ANZwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/currie-group-brings-elitron-to-anzNew paper bottle CO seeks printerwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/new-paper-bottle-co-seeks-printerAll Flags back from brinkwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/all-flags-back-from-brinkStarleaton back from brink with DOCAwww.print21.com.au/sign-and-display/starleaton-back-from-brink-with-doca100 million labels a year set to resume

In the latest episode of print's podcast It's Been A Big Month in Print, industry insiders Wayne Robinson and Lindy Hughson analyse, assess, and interpret the major news, trends, issues and developments from February.We review IVE’s plan to build a $150m a year folding carton business, assess the successful results of its first half, and assess the growth opportunities for others in the folding carton area. The discussion also gives us an insight into upcoming events with drupa in May, and the VMA’s Power of Print running from the 15 March. We explore how the print industry will be impacted by the latest set of workplace laws, and get beneath those companies recently lost to the industry.We wrap up by celebrating Centrum’s 25 years in business, and extend an invite to all for the Print21 drupafest ANZ party at the Frankenheim Brewery in Dusseldorf, happening on 31 May.LINKS:IVE to build $150m-a-year folding cart businesswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/ive-to-build-150m-a-year-folding-carton-businessThree months to go until drupa openswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/three-months-to-go-until-drupa-opensSolid result for IVE as half yearlies risewww.print21.com.au/commercial/solid-result-for-ive-as-half-yearlies-risePrint faces third set of new workplace laws in 14 monthswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/print-faces-third-set-of-new-workplace-laws-in-14-monthsVMA launches 2024 Power of Printwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/vma-launches-2024-power-of-printAbacus numbers didn’t add upwww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/abacus-numbers-didn-t-add-upStarleaton debts total $17.5 Million+www.print21.com.au/industry/latest/starleaton-debts-total-17-5-millionCentrum celebrates 25 yearswww.print21.com.au/industry/latest/centrum-celebrates-25-years------------------------------The Print Files Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of Print21, owned and published by Yaffa Media (www.print21.com.au).The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Print21, Yaffa Media, or the guest’s employer. The contents are copyright by Yaffa Media.If you wish to use any of this podcast’s audio, please contact Print21 via their website www.print21.com.au or send an email to editor@print21.com.auHost: Wayne RobinsonCoordinator: Grant McHerronProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2024