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 [email protected]: Lindy Hughson with Jan ArrezaCoordinator: Grant McHerronEditor: Chris VisscherProducer: Steve VisscherPrint21 - © 2025

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