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Lager once again leading the way in Australia
Australia has had a long love affair with lager, and after years of hop-heavy beers dominating lighter styles are growing again.
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Moon Dog opens fifth Melbourne venue
Moon Dog Beach Club in Frankston will open its doors on 20 December offering four bars and a beer garden.
Recipe of the Week: Tali Warnock’s award-winning Scottish Light
Tali Warnock from the South Australian Brewing Club shares the recipe to her Scottish Light.
HPA announces new CEO
Hop Products Australia has announced its new CEO will take over when Tim Lord retires at the end of April.
GABS dates announced for 2025, tickets on sale
The festival will be hosted across Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney, with tickets now available for all three cities.
2025 AIBA entries to open soon
The Royal Australian International Beer Awards returns for its 31st year with a new category, four new trophies and three new beer classes.
Fermentis unveils upgraded facilities at Belgian yeast plant
Fermentis has completed significant upgrades at Algist Bruggeman, improving the microbiological quality of its brewing yeast.
Recipe of the Week: The timeless German beer that deserves more attention
One of the classic styles, and one of the most fabulous beers steeped in history, Kölsch is often underrated and overlooked.
Brewers Guild relaunches Beer Tourism platform
The Brewers Guild of New Zealand has launched the first stage of its revamped beer tourism product – the NZ Ale Trail.
Canberra Craft Beer and Cider Festival returns in 2025
Organisers promise “more of everything” at this year’s event, to be held on 15 March.
Voting for GABS Hottest 100 now open
Aussie beer lovers are invited to vote for their five favourite craft beers of 2024 and show appreciation for the nation’s breweries.
Empowering women in beer with Emma Locke
Beer & Brewer finds out what made Beerfarm GM Emma Locke a Rising Star at the 2024 Beer & Brewer Awards, and how she inspires women to thrive in an evolving industry.
New release round-up: What’s hot for 2025
Beer & Brewer has rounded up the latest new releases from recent weeks and the best-selling beers that align with drinking trends for 2025.
Recipe of the Week: John Keske’s award-winning Kölsch
John Keske, President of Melbourne Brewers, has been kind enough to share this mouthwatering recipe of his award winning Kölsch.
When will the brewing industry become a fairer place for women?
Beer is for everyone – not just men. The same goes for working in brewing. But the brewing industry falls short time and again
Depot Brewery opens in Sydney’s north
The new brewery has opened with a hospitality venue in Artarmon serving up house-brewed beers with a bistro-style menu.
Gage Roads and Liquor Barons collaborate on local limited release
The two independent West Coast businesses came together to put a fresh spin on the classic pilsner style.
Casella takes over distribution of Better Beer portfolio
While Better Beer will maintain full ownership of the brand, Casella Family Brands aims to enhance the brand’s distribution and market presence.
Little Creatures unveils $4m South Geelong transformation
The brewery has upgraded its hospitality space and brewing facilities, with plans to expand its production to include RTDs.
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Little Creatures Geelong unveils 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.
New resources from Fermentis
Fermentis has developed resources for the low and no alcohol beer trend.
Cheers to XXXX Ultra Zero Carb
XXXX has unveiled an exciting innovation in the zero carb space with Ultra Zero Carb.
Exceeding ANZPAC targets through PakTech
As sustainability becomes non-negotiable for millions of Aussies, brands must respond. Targets from ANZPAC have been set to establish best practice. But what are they, and where does PakTech come in?