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We are 100% Australian owned and operated and have over 65 years in the packaging business. We carry a broad range of packaging supplies to support businesses in all sectors of this country, including food packaging, medical, education, logistics and online operations. Our range includes heat sealers, pouches, netting bags and rubber bands.

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Packaging Knowledge

65 years + of experience in the Australian Packaging Market. We know packaging and we are only a phone call away for assistance and support.

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Five Star Service, Every Time

Our in-house service team ensures your machine operates smoothly from setup to spare parts, providing friendly and efficient assistance at every step.

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Embrace Sustainability

Join us in building a greener future with our expanding line of recycled and recyclable products, designed for a more sustainable world.

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Proudly Australian Owned

Since 1959, we've been proudly Australian owned and operated, committed to delivering quality products and reliable service to our customers nationwide.

Our Team

We have a friendly and knowledgeable team that can solve your packaging problems.

We have had many years of experience in the packaging industry and experience across every sector including food and food services, agriculture, retail and on-line trade, manufacturing and spare parts, education, health, media & major events, printing and publishing, and warehousing and distribution.

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‘Venus Hartung & Company’ was founded in 1959 by first year Melbourne University students Ian Venus and Brian Hartung. Its humble beginnings started in a small room at the back of 383 Flinders Lane in Melbourne’s ‘rag’ trade district. Three years later the partnership dissolved and Ian Venus retained Venus Hartung & Co while Brian Hartung moved on from the company. Later that year, Venus Hartung would obtain its first major contract; supplying cellulose tape to the Commonwealth government.

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In the coming decades, Venus Hartung would go on to revolutionise the packaging industry in Australia. The introduction of self adhesive plastic PVC tape in 1962 was an Australian first that totally changed the direction of carton sealing in Australia. Through the 1970s, Venus Hartung saw enormous growth in packaging machinery sales and established strong partnerships with distributors all over the country. Throughout the 1990s focus and innovation in bringing heat sealing technology from around the world propelled Venus to become Australia’s market leader in heat sealing machines. In 1997, Venus purchased property at 555 Church St, Richmond and embarked on a two year multi-million dollar rebuilding project. The new headquarters and warehouse included a four level complex covering the span of a city block.

Venus Packaging continued to change and develop with the turn of the new century. In 2006, Tim Venus joined the company bringing a wealth of marketing and sales experience to the team, and was appointed as a director in 2014. Following the passing of Venus founder, Ian Venus, in August 2022, Venus Packaging has continued to redefine itself under the guidance of siblings, Tim and Laura Venus. The Venus Directors, along with Wayne Shearer as General Manager of Operations, have focused on growing their presence in the packaging industry. In 2023, the company expanded its range of recyclable and environmentally friendly products including biodegradable and recycled content tapes. Venus Packaging has since outgrown its Church St property and, in 2024, built a new 5000m2 warehouse and headquarters in Coburg. Venus Packaging continues to embrace change while maintaining their reputation as one of Australia’s most trusted packaging companies. With over 65 years of experience, the company remains committed to customer satisfaction and excellence in service, ensuring that it stays at the forefront of the packaging industry.

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Venhart

Venhart Tape, Tape Dispensers & Strapping. Venhart is also known throughout the country for high quality rubber bands and twines & ties.

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Venus Power

European made Silage Film designed for tough Australian conditions. Totalcover – Totalcover Netwrap that is available in a range of strengths and sizes and makes beautifully formed bales. 

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Cardinal

Cardinal Natural Sisal Twine is a great sustainable option for baling & binder twine use in Australia. 

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Powerstretch

European made hi tack silage film UV stabilised to suit Australian conditions. Venus – Venus Heat Sealers & poly products, including Magic Seal Bags are some of our most popular products. Other Venus well-know products include Hot melt glue & glue guns, pallet wrapping machines & tools and cable ties.

All our machines are available for demonstration at our facility in Melbourne.

Whilst here, members of our experienced sales team can provide insight and advice on the packaging options available, demonstrate our machines and discuss options for packaging consumables such as film, bags and strapping required. Many customers come to us with the item they need to package and consider different machines and processes to achieve the most professional and cost effective outcome.

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Dynamo Victoria FC

We are pleased to announce a new Venus Sponsorship of the Dynamo Soccer Team. Established in 2018, Dynamo Victoria FC is a football club based in Melbourne and currently competing in the MCSA league. Born by the love of the game and fuelled by the desire to bring people closer together, Dynamo is an initiative of a multicultural and diverse group of people who gather around the sport. The club is focused on fostering inclusion in the community, and bringing together people from all walks of life to be active, have fun and support each other both on and off the field. We think that the Dynamo Victoria FC and Venus have much in common and look forward to a long and lasting relationship, and of course, a successful season!

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Old Xaverians Hockey Club

We have supported and sponsored the Old Xavarian's Women's and Men's Hockey Teams for over 25 years. This club has grown enormously in the last decade and continues to have representation across many levels of the competition.

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Venus Racing Team

Over the years Mario Caligari's Venus Racing Team has achieved many triumphs on the Improved Production Racing Association circuit including Champion of Phillip Island, Matthew Flinders Plate, 1st at Phillip Island, 2nd at Sandown and 3rd in the Victorian State Race Achievement Award for improved production cars.

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Venus Raymonds Soccer Club

We have sponsored the Fiji based Raymonds Soccer Team since 1988 and follow their achievements with great interest.

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