Episode 017: 25 Years Of Holgate

Few small businesses make it to a quarter-century, let alone in the world of brewing, yet that's the milestone marked by Paul and Tash Holgate in 2024. We joined them at their Woodend pub to hear their remarkable story.

Shaking Up A Whole New Shed

Shedshaker are only moving a few metres but their new home heralds big changes for the Castlemaine brewers. We chatted to the owners about their growth, sustainability ethos, support for live music and community connections.

IBD Asia-Pacific Announce New Chair

​The Institute of Brewing and Distilling Asia-Pacific has announced the appointment of its new chair, Garry Menz. Garry is the Group Head of Liquid Development & Brewing at Asahi. The appointment comes ahead of the IBD conference heading to Hobart in March 2025.

Registrations Open For World Beer Cup 2025

The World Beer Cup is considered one of the world's top beer competitions and over the years, several Australian breweries have found success there. If you're a brewery who wants to have your beer judged against the best, registrations are now open.

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Choice Az! The Rise Of Kiwi Hops

Kiwi hops are in fashion like never before on these shores, so Jason Treuen decided to find out why: just what has grabbed the attention of Aussie brewers and fuelled this trans-Tasman takeover?

Back On The Bottle

"We're de-gentrifying everything!" Craft beer comes in cans... doesn't it? Here, three breweries in three states talk about their decision to go back to glass – and, more importantly, why.

Stomping Ground Become Official Beer Partner Of North Melbourne Football Club

Ahead of the AWFL finals, Stomping Ground have been named the official beer partner of North Melbourne Football Club. The partnership will see the Melbourne brewery's beers showcased at major North Melbourne events, including AFLW matches at Arden Street Oval.

Sobah Beverages Put Brewery On Market And Plan To Downsize

Australia's first non-alc brewers, Sobah Beverages, have announced plans to sell their production site. The decision will see them focus on "strategic downsizing" and a return to contract brewing.

Episode 016: Making A Positive Impact With Beer

What does it mean to be a sustainable business or to brew in a sustainable manner? How can beer businesses have a positive impact on the world around them? We sat down with sustainability expert James Perrin.

Alice Springs Brewing Buy Port Lincoln's Beer Garden Brewing

Alice Springs Brewing Co have purchased Beer Garden Brewing in Port Lincoln. We spoke to brewery founder Kyle Pearson about the decision to expand into South Australia and the brewery's regional focus.

Ten Lessons From Ten Years: Wolf of the Willows

As the Wolf of the Willows team prepares to celebrate turning ten, we chatted to founders Scott and Renae about their first decade and invited them to share their Ten Lessons From Ten Years.

Multifaceted Tasmanian Entertainment Hub Launches Crowdfunding Campaign

Easy Tiger, a multifaceted entertainment hub in St Helens featuring the newly-launched Thirsty Tiger Brewery plus a cinema, two eateries, a bar and beer garden, is seeking expressions of interest ahead of a crowdfunding campaign.

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Rocks Brewing Owners "Devastated" As Sydney Business Enters Administration

One of the longest-established brewing companies in Sydney has entered voluntary administration this week. The family running Rocks Brewing, based in Alexandria, say they're "devastated" as they aim to reset the business.

Sauce Brewing Seeking Expressions Of Interest In Their Wholesale Business

Sauce Brewing are seeking expressions of interest to buy their wholesale business in order to focus on their brewpub in Marrickville. They're also selling their canning line and other equipment, and will listen to offers for the entire business.​

Your Mates Raise $35,000 For Sunshine Coast Mental Health

Your Mates Brewing raised almost $35,000 in support of local mental health charities and initiatives at their 2024 Meats with Mates fundraiser. It brings the total raised via the annual fundraiser to more than $150,000 in five years.

Episode 015: From Beer Writing To The Brewhouse – Building A Local Brewpub In NZ

In Episode 015 we head overseas for the first time to join a man who swapped a career writing and commentating on beer in Australia for rebuilding a twice-liquidated brewery in his hometown on the South Island of New Zealand.

Good Drinks Australia Moves To Delist From The ASX

Good Drinks Australia, home to a number of drinks brands including Gage Roads, Matso's and Alby, has submitted a formal request to be delisted from the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).

Moon Dog Beach Club To Open Later This Year In Frankston

Moon Dog have revealed more details of their soon-to-open home in Frankston. The venue will be called Moon Dog Beach Club and is set to open later this year, becoming their third major launch of 2024.

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