In this episode, Lindy Hughson, Managing Editor & Publisher of PKN Packaging News, talks with Tanya Barden, CEO of the Australian Food & Grocery Council, about the National Plastics Recycling Scheme (NPRS) which aims to recycle household post-consumer soft plastics.  We get an insight into how the scheme was designed and launched to supply consumers with specialised bags to recycle their soft plastics through their existing kerbside bin collections. Tanya gives us an update on the progress of the scheme, outcomes from their household trials, and the next steps towards securing circularity in soft plastics. The discussion also explores how the NPRS will support infrastructure development, the stakeholders involved in the delivery of the scheme, and how members of the packaging industry can get involved.  LINKS: Kerbside collection sees soft plastic uptake https://www.packagingnews.com.au/sustainability/kerbside-collection-sees-soft-plastic-uptake AFGC supports Govt steps to boost recycling https://www.packagingnews.com.au/latest/afgc-supports-govt-steps-to-boost-recycling Any manufacturers looking to highlight their environmental credentials and drive this project early are encouraged to get in touch with the team ([email protected]) to sign on.  https://www.afgc.org.au/  ------------------------------ The PKN Podcast is produced by Southern Skies Media on behalf of PKN Packaging News, owned and published by Yaffa Media. The views of the people featured on this podcast do not necessarily represent the views of PKN Packaging News, 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 PKN Packaging News via their website www.packagingnews.com.au or send an email to [email protected]. MC: Grant McHerron Host: Lindy Hughson Producer: Steve Visscher PKN Packaging News - © 2023