Heaps Normal Start Their Just Say No To Water Campaign
Ahead of a month where many look to cut back on alcohol, Heaps Normal are back telling Australians to "Just Say No To Water".
Capital Brewing Buy Batlow Cider
Capital Brewing have announced the acquisition of Batlow Cider. It's a fitting move given the two share a close working relationship and Capital have been pouring the cider since they opened their brewery.
Brewmanity Named Official Beer Of The Melbourne Demons
Brewmanity have been named the official beer partner of the Melbourne Football club for 2024. It's a fitting partnership given brewery co-founder David Neitz's long and storied connection with the club.
The Secret Brewer: Voluntary Administration Part II
The people running some of the breweries to have been through voluntary administration over the past 12 months, as well as the CEO of the IBA, respond to concerns raised by The Secret Brewer.
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WA's Brew Moon Rises Again
A unique COVID era collab between 21 breweries and a distillery in WA has borne fruit for a second time. Four years after dozens of kegs were turned into a fundraising spirit, Brew Moon Rising reappears as a whiskey.
The Secret Brewer: Voluntary Administration
Voluntary administrations have become a defining feature of the beer world over the past two years in the face of unprecedented economic challenges. Here, one brewer discusses the repercussions on the wider industry.
The Brewers Institute Launches
Several experienced brewing and distilling leaders have launched The Brewers Institute; courses that aim to assist brewery owners build strong craft businesses.
HPA's Tim Lord Announces Retirement
Tim Lord, CEO and managing director of HPA (Hop Product Australia), has announced he plans to retire in 2025 after nearly two decades overseeing a a period of significant transition and growth at the Tasmania-based hop growers.
Great Ocean Road Brewing Expand Into Former Sou'West Site In Torquay
Great Ocean Road Brewing are taking over the former home of Sou’West Brewery in Torquay, after the latter entered administration in May. Co-founder Matt Shortal about their decision to secure the site and plans for the future.
Hiker To Open Taproom At Former Black Hops Brisbane & Semi-Pro Site
Less than 18 months after opening their Salisbury brewery, Hiker Brewing Co are opening a second location: a brewery and taproom in East Brisbane’s Manilla Street, in the space formerly occupied by Black Hops.
Red Top Brewing’s Bedford Brews
If you ever spot Red Top Brewing Co's truck, you're in for a beer experience with a difference. It's the brainchild of brewer Emily Allsopp, who tells about her passion for beer, brewing and her impressive bar-for-hire.
Margaret River-Based Black Brewing Has Gone Into Administration
Black Brewing Co has entered administration. The Margaret River-based operation, which won Champion WA Brewery at the 2023 Indies, has appointed Avior Consulting and is to close its restaurant on June 15.
Working Title's Hot Climate Coolship
Tradition dictates that coolships should be used to create spontaneously-fermented beers in the cooler months in cool climates. So Working Title decided to give it a go in subtropical Queensland. Judd Owen joined them.
Small Gods; Big Ideas
Small Gods are tiny by name and nature but have caused a stir with their unique approach. Michael Donaldson explores their story and beers, including the 8 Wired collab named Supreme Winner at the New World Beer & Cider Awards.
Bright Brewery Look Back On 18 Years With 18 Beers
It's been 18 years since Bright Brewery came to life and it's safe to say a lot's happened in that times. The High Country Brewery Trail continues to grow, Bright's built a production brewery and their beers now have a greater footprint than ever before. To mark their 18th birthday, the brewery has looked back on 18 years with 18 beers.
The Future Of Black Hops
After being saved from liquidation by a group of new and existing shareholders, the new owners of Black Hops appointed industry veteran Nick Boots as CEO. We spoke to the Gold Coast operation's new boss about their plans.
Lager Rules As Finlay's Win Champion Beer At Perth Royal Beer Awards
Finlay's Brewing, a small brewery in Kalbarri – almost 600km north of Perth – have won Champion Beer at the 2024 Perth Royal Beer Awards. Rocky Ridge, Otherside and Margaret River Beer Co claimed the brewery trophies.
Lion Set To Close Malt Shovel Brewery
Lion is set to close the Malt Shovel Brewery in Sydney's Inner West in August. The decision spells an end to nearly four decades of brewing on the site, the birthplace of Hahn Brewery and the James Squire range of beers.
