These are the 'worst offenders' in Australian packaging
The Unpackit Awards have recognized the worst and best packaging in Australia, with plastic-metal hybrid 'franken-cans' taking the top spot for the worst packaging. These single-use containers are criticized for their environmental impact and difficulty in recycling. In contrast, The Udder Way's refillable milk kegs won the award for best packaging, significantly reducing plastic waste.
- ▪The 'franken-can' was named Australia's worst packaging at the inaugural Unpackit Awards.
- ▪Judges received hundreds of nominations from the public to determine the winners.
- ▪The Udder Way's refillable milk kegs won the best packaging award, saving millions of plastic bottles.
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The Unpackit Awards name the 'worst offenders' in Australian packagingBy Lily NothlingTopic:Plastics, Polymers and Rubber ManufacturingWed 3 Jun 2026 at 12:34pmWed 3 Jun 2026 at 12:34pmWed 3 Jun 2026 at 12:34pmA plastic-metal hybrid "franken-can" commonly used by cafes for cold drinks has won the Unpackit Award for Australia's Worst Packaging. (Supplied: Australian Marine Conservation Society)In short:Plastic and metal "franken-cans" have been named Australia's worst packaging in the country's first Unpackit Awards.Organised by the Australian Marine Conservation Society, WWF-Australia and the Plastic Free Foundation, the awards highlight the shonkiest and most innovative packaging.The best packaging award went to The Udder Way for its refillable 18-litre milk…
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