Packaging & Circular Economy: Australia’s Pact Group urged a Senate inquiry to make packaging EPR mandatory, arguing only 16% of its plastic packaging uses recycled content and voluntary targets aren’t driving investment. Food & Beverage Business Moves: HMPS Propac completed its Enmin acquisition to deliver end-to-end, locally engineered packaging line solutions for the food industry. Alcohol Policy & Enforcement: Camden (UK) introduced a Public Spaces Protection Order targeting anti-social public drinking, with police able to order people to stop and confiscate alcohol, backed by £100 fixed penalties. Beverage Recycling Rollout: Türkiye launched a nationwide Deposit Return System from July 1, paying 1 lira per returned beverage container via e-wallet credits. Industry Watch: Constellation Brands reported beer growth but sharp declines in wine and spirits, with tequila leading the mix. Local Hospitality: Delaware set a July 9 hearing on Revelation Craft Brewing’s proposed patio and variances, while Golden Corral in Davenport announced it will permanently close July 6. Food Supply Disruption: Kashmir’s mutton shortage is forcing restaurants and hotels to cut back menus after dealers’ strike and disputes over livestock transport charges. Public Health Push: A Malaysian health think tank called for free drinking water at all licensed eateries to make plain water the easiest option.