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Hop Products Australia unveils state-of-the-art pellet plant
Hop Products Australia unveils HPA Hop Central, a $20m facility boosting pellet production and quality.
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Hop Harvest Fest is back in 2025
The Hop Harvest Fest is returning to the Inner West Ale Trail from 11-17 April with 11 breweries releasing exclusive new beers to their tap rooms.
Tooth & Company archives added to UNESCO World Register
A piece of Australian brewing and hotel history has been added to the UNESCO Australian Memory of the World register.
Felons introduces latest barrel-aged beer
Available now for a limited time, The Last Orange is a fruited golden sour blend infused with orange zest and aged for 26 months.
IBA urges indie brewers to engage local MPs in fight for change
IBA Chair Evin Craney met with Federal MP Dr Helen Haines to discuss the long-term viability of the industry and encourages others to make their voices heard.
Stavros Yiannoukas on his journey from music to Hawke’s Brewing
Stavros ‘Stav’ Yiannoukas is National Sales Director at Hawke’s Brewing but his journey to the business was far from traditional.
No new support in Budget, just a glimmer of hope
It’s unclear if the glass is half-empty or half-full after this week’s Budget included no just support for independent breweries, but the Independent Brewers Association is hopeful there is a glimmer of hope.
Catapulting Better Beer to success with Hannah Vinden
Marketing Director Hannah Vinden played a pivotal role in scaling the Better Beer brand, carving out a distinct identity in a highly competitive market.
Briony Liebich on a career brewed with passion and precision
Briony Liebich blends sensory expertise and passion, transforming the beer industry while empowering women and education.
Slowing growth in zero-alcohol beer sales
Zero-alcohol beer sales rise, but innovation slowdown and moderation drive shifting trends in Australia’s market.
XXXX enters ginger beer category
With an approachable taste and lower ABV, XXXX Ginger Beer was designed for customers seeking a “near beer” alternative.
Melbourne’s Deeds Brewing to close taproom doors this weekend
Deeds Brewing to close its east Melbourne taproom and kitchen for the final time this Saturday, 22 March.
Sydney Beer Co goes into administration
Sydney Beer Co has joined the disappointingly growing number of Australian brewers to be put into voluntary administration.
In pictures: the 2025 Canberra Craft Beer and Cider Festival
The 18th Canberra Craft Beer and Cider Festival brought in a bumper crowd providing a much-needed vote of confidence for the craft beer industry.
Last Man Standing takes over Newstead Brewery
LMS Brewing, brewers of Last Man Standing Lager, has taken over the former Newstead Brewing Co Brewery, next to Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane.
GABS returns to Melbourne
Festival goers can expect to find 120 festival-exclusive beers and cocktails at GABS, which is now in its 14th year.
Get to know your new IBA Chair: Evin Craney
Evin Craney sat down with Beer & Brewer to reflect on his decade-long career in independent beer and highlight the initiatives he’s driving forward as IBA Chair.
Brewer Spotlight: Lance Masterton’s journey from day trader to brewer
Lance Masterton transitioned from day trading to craft brewing, co-founding the successful Heads of Noosa.
Konvoy Holdings enters receivership
McGrath Nicol seeks to restructure and sell Konvoy’s keg fleet business as the company enters receivership.
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Sydney Beer Week: A fresh approach for 2025
Sydney Beer Week 2025 will see the festival take a radically fresh approach by putting breweries, bars, and venues at the heart of the action.
XXXX Tropical Lager supports the Great Barrier Reef
XXXX has released a limited-edition XXXX Tropical lager developed in partnership with the Great Barrier Reef Foundation.
Frenchies Brewer’s Got Talent returns!
Head down to the Rosebery favourite to meet the home brewers, taste their creations, vote for your favourites, and enjoy a day of beer talk galore on Saturday, 22nd February.
Busting the plastics misconception
PakTech’s rHDPE plastics offer a sustainable, recycled, and recyclable alternative to traditional paper-based packaging.
Little Creatures Geelong’s exciting $4m renovation
Little Creatures, one of Australia’s most cherished craft brewers, is proud to unveil its newly renovated brewery and hospitality venue in South Geelong.
Southwest Sydney brewery hits the market as a turnkey operation
Deal includes approved DAs to expand brewing capacity, and run a taproom and event space