Pope Packaging

19/10/2026

South Australia, we're hiring!

We're looking for an Agricultural Sales Rep to join our team, working with farmers and rural businesses across SA.

No sales experience? No worries! We'll teach you the ropes.

Sound like you? Or know someone who'd be perfect?

Find out more and apply here: https://popes.com.au/job/agricultural-sales-rep-sa/

29/09/2026

Our biggest investment in 70 years is complete!

We’ve expanded our Paper Sacks facility in South Australia, doubling our printing capacity and increasing converting output by 50%.

For our Australian and New Zealand customers, that means:
• Shorter lead times
• More safety stock
• Greater security of supply
• More locally manufactured and supplied product

Why look across the world when Popes can supply it right here?

Read the full story here: https://popes.com.au/paper-sacks-expansion/

21/08/2026

More rain. More growth. A big season ahead. 🌾

With crops looking promising across many Australian growing regions, preparations for spring are underway.

Pope Packaging silage film delivers strong adhesion, excellent air exclusion and reliable protection when it counts.

A good season deserves a good wrap.

For Australian enquiries, visit popes.com.au

11/06/2026

Pink for a purpose. Proud to help bring this campaign to life and support an important cause. 💗

26/03/2026

Supporting growth in the USA starts at the source.

During a recent visit to our Sri Lankan facility, Plastipak, we focused on strengthening capacity, quality and flexibility to meet rising demand.

New investments in lamination, automated conversion and in-house recycling are improving performance, increasing mesh bag capacity and reducing lead times.

On site, Craig Elkington, Schuler and Jared Paddison joined Dilip Liyanage to review the upgrades.

Continued investment in our manufacturing strengthens supply and gives customers confidence in every order.

11/03/2026

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our Founder and Chairman, Des Pope.

Des was a visionary entrepreneur who established Pope Packaging in South Australia in 1956 with a simple but powerful ambition: to build something meaningful, lasting, and grounded in strong values. Through his remarkable work ethic, determination, and belief in people, Des grew Popes from a small local operation into the global business it is today.

Those who had the privilege of knowing Des will remember his sharp wit, his honesty, and his unwavering passion for the packaging industry. Beyond his professional achievements, he was a devoted father, brother, and grandfather - and the heart of our family business.

Under Des’s leadership, Popes expanded across Australia before entering New Zealand in 1985, the United States soon after, and establishing a manufacturing facility in Sri Lanka in the 1990s. His drive and commitment shaped not only our company’s growth but also the culture of integrity, innovation, and long‑standing relationships that continues to define us.

Today, Popes remains guided by the values Des instilled, and continue under the leadership of his son‑in‑law, Craig Elkington as CEO, and Des’s daughters Deanna, Dale, and Danielle.

Des will be deeply missed by his family and by many across the Popes community worldwide. His legacy lives on in the business he built and the people he inspired.

06/03/2026

Ahead of International Women’s Day this Sunday, we’re proud to recognise Karen Hartman, our Supply & Distribution Manager ANZ.

Karen plays a key role connecting our manufacturing partners across Asia-Pacific with customers throughout Australia and New Zealand, helping ensure quality, reliability and responsible supply chain practices.

During a recent visit to Bangladesh, Karen spent time with the women working at one of our partner facilities, learning about their roles and the support systems in place.

Known for her infectious laugh and positive energy, Karen brings leadership and warmth to everything she does. We’re proud to have her on the Popes team.

10/02/2026

Great to see this part of our South Australian site upgrade completed. 👏

Thanks to Combined Fire Systems for their work delivering high-hazard fire protection as part of this stage of the project.

Click on the image to read the full story. 👇

Great to see this part of our South Australian site upgrade completed. 👏 Thanks to Combined Fire Systems Pty Ltd for their work delivering high-hazard fire protection as part of this stage of the project.

08/02/2026

Proud to work alongside the Hygain Group to deliver packaging solutions with a stronger sustainability focus.

By reducing plastic use and incorporating 30% recycled material, this collaboration reflects our commitment to practical, measurable improvements without compromising performance or durability.

Sustainability driven by partnership and smart design.

You’ll start to see Hygain® bags changing to a fresh new look over the next few months.

We’ve designed this packaging for the future, with 30 percent recycled material, easy-open tops, and all the information you need to make the right feed choice in store.

Each bag features a full nutritional analysis on the back and a QR code on the front linking to it online, so you can make informed feeding decisions at any time.

While the look may have changed, inside every bag is the same exceptional feed our customers have trusted for over 40 years to support today’s horses and tomorrow’s champions. 💙

27/01/2026

We’re growing our U.S. team.

To support customers across our U.S. business, Popes USA currently has two roles open:

• Territory Manager – Northern California/Nevada
• Inside Sales & Operations Coordinator – Vacaville

Both roles offer the opportunity to work with a global business focused on long-term partnerships, practical solutions, and steady growth.

👉 View the roles and apply via the Popes USA careers page:
popesusa.com/careers

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