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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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XXXX enters ginger beer category
With an approachable taste and lower ABV, XXXX Ginger Beer was designed for customers seeking a “near beer” alternative.
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 brew industry.
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.
Freshwater Brewing looks to crowdfund expansion
The brewery has launched a crowdfunding campaign with the goals of opening a new bar and installing a canning line.
Expressions of interest open for Sydney Beer Week 2025
Expressions of Interest are open for SBW 2025, inviting breweries and venues to collaborate on unique events that showcase independent beer.
Construction begins on $13m Long Point Brewing Co. development
The development will bring an independent craft brewery, two-storey brewpub and more to a waterfront site in Kennedy Bay, Western Australia.
Bracket Brewing tops Untappd Community Awards
Bracket Brewing was one of 126 Australian breweries to collect awards, claiming the title of Australia’s three favourite overall beers.
Kylie Lethbridge: We are moving in the right direction
CEO of The Independent Brewers Association, Kylie Lethbridge, says while more can always be done, we can celebrate the progress that’s been made to make the indsutry more inclusive.
Bronte O’Donoghue on breaking barriers and brewing success
Bronte O’Donoghue, Marketing Manager at Eagle Bay Brewing, champions inclusivity and creativity in the beer industry.
Grace Irwin’s passion for beer, community, and inclusivity
Grace Irwin, Marketing Manager at Hop Products Australia, advocates for diversity and inclusivity in brewing.
Nemesia Dale-Cully’s vision for a more inclusive and welcoming industry
Nemesia Dale-Cully, Head of Hospitality at Wildflower, discusses her journey and the importance of diversity.
Jaz Wearin’s journey to building Modus and beyond
Jaz Wearin, founder of Modus, shares her journey of innovation, challenges, and the evolution of the industry.
Tina Panoutsos: Pioneering change in brewing
Celebrating Tina Panoutsos, a passionate leader breaking barriers and inspiring women in the brewing industry.
Five Sydney breweries host All Ears listening parties
Inspired by Tokyo listening bars, five iconic albums will be played on vinyl in full, as the artist intended, at five of the Inner West Ale Trail’s breweries.
Gage Roads and Pink Boots uplift female brewers with IWD release
For the sixth consecutive year, the special release IWD beer will fund scholarships to support the progression of women in the brewing industry.
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You Brew-ty! XXXX Drops Its Limited Edition Tropical Lager to Support the Great Barrier Reef.
12 December 2024 – Queensland brand and champion of the good life, XXXX, is proud to announce the release of its 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
Today, thanks to evolutions in manufacturing processes and technologies, PakTech utilises an rHDPE plastic that is more recycled and recyclable, and less harmful for the environment, than ever. It’s time to re-think plastics.
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
Ostra Distillers – Business for Sale
All Ostra Distillers assets, site, brand and intellectual property are available for sale.