Foreword (May 2026)
By John Thisgaard, Jenny Awad (FoodLegal Bulletin Co-Editors) and Joe Lederman (FoodLegal Chairperson and Co-Editor)
Welcome to the May 2026 edition of FoodLegal Bulletin!
1. Connect
with FoodLegal
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2. FoodLegal
events
FoodLegal is running the following training courses – get
in early to secure your spot.
·
Food Marketing Claims – 28 May 2026
This workshop will empower you to make the latest emerging and trending claims
for your product, while minimising risk from the Australian Competition and
Consumer Commission.
Tickets are available here.
·
Reacting to a Crisis – 11 June 2026
This workshop will help your business assess, manage and mitigate food safety
crises before and when they occur. Designed for food businesses, brand owners,
manufacturers, importers and distributors - because when a crisis hits,
preparation is the only advantage.
Tickets are available here.
Discounts are available when you book multiple
courses. View our full training calendar here.
3. In
this May 2026 edition of FoodLegal Bulletin
Our FREE article “Current developments in food law and policy in Australia and internationally” provides the latest regulatory
developments and updates. There have been many news developments over the past
month and it is vital to read these updates. FoodLegal can advise businesses on
the impact of specific updates to their particular situation and also in
relation to any particular products.
Our FREE
article “How increased ACCC penalties could impact your business”, addresses
the conduct that could give rise to increased penalties of over AUD$100m, and
what food businesses can do to reduce their risk.
In “Digital labelling – what lessons can we learn from New Zealand?”, we address New
Zealand’s digital labelling trial and the lessons for businesses to take
advantage of digital systems and labelling.
In “Will the joint APVMA initiative streamline chemical registrations?” we examine
existing registration processes and the likely impacts for businesses if a
joint registration pathway is finalised.
We hope you
enjoy this May 2026 edition of FoodLegal Bulletin!
John
Thisgaard, Jenny
Awad and Joe Lederman
Editors
FoodLegal Bulletin
This is general information rather than legal advice and is current as of 13 May 2026. Contact FoodLegal for tailored advice on your specific circumstances.