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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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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.

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.

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.
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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.

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