https://brewsnews.com.au/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 05:56:44 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://brewsnews.com.au/assets/cropped-BNewsLogo_1200sq-32x32.jpg https://brewsnews.com.au/ 32 32 First pub brewery for Melbourne https://brewsnews.com.au/first-pub-brewery-for-melbourne/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:53:24 +0000 https://brewsnews.com.au/?p=54842 First published in Beer Matters, this 1986 article recounts the launch of Melbourne's first pub brewery of the modern era.

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]]> Complaint against classic VB ad styling dismissed https://brewsnews.com.au/complaint-against-classic-vb-ad-styling-dismissed/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:07:43 +0000 https://brewsnews.com.au/?p=54667 The ABAC panel dismissed a complaint against CUB's new VB mid-strength ad - but the reasoning is a practical guide for short-form video advertisers.

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]]> A guide to ordering a beer in Australia https://brewsnews.com.au/a-guide-to-ordering-a-beer-in-australia/ Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:12:33 +0000 https://brewsnews.com.au/?p=54549 A state-by-state guide to Australian beer glass sizes and names -- why a schooner in Adelaide isn't what you'd get in Sydney.

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]]> Lion plans to close James Boag’s Brewery, ending 145 years of Launceston brewing https://brewsnews.com.au/lion-proposes-to-close-james-boags-brewery-ending-145-years-of-launceston-brewing/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 06:07:27 +0000 https://brewsnews.com.au/?p=54304 Lion has announced a proposal to close the James Boag’s Brewery in Launceston in November 2026, a move that would end brewing at one of Australia’s oldest and most iconic brewery sites and put 42 jobs at risk. The announcement comes after years of declining production at the site. A government grant reversed a prior

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]]> Mountain Goat celebrates Champion Australian Beer win https://brewsnews.com.au/mountain-goat-celebrates-champion-australian-beer-win/ Thu, 14 May 2026 05:34:13 +0000 https://brewsnews.com.au/?p=53990 Victoria’s Mountain Goat Brewery has taken home the prestigious Champion Australian Beer trophy at the 2026 Australian International Beer Awards,

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]]> Voodoo Ranger launches two new vodka based RTDs https://brewsnews.com.au/voodoo-ranger-launches-two-new-vodka-based-rtds/ Sun, 10 May 2026 22:57:30 +0000 https://brewsnews.com.au/?p=53950 Lion's Voodoo Ranger brand enters the vodka RTD market with Hard Cola and Hard Lemonade, available now from $29 for a 4-pack.

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]]> Victorian budget backs craft beer with $1.6m and first dedicated state strategy https://brewsnews.com.au/victorian-budget-backs-craft-beer-with-1-6m-and-first-dedicated-state-strategy/ Fri, 08 May 2026 01:51:21 +0000 https://brewsnews.com.au/?p=53872 Victoria's 2026-27 budget funds a first-ever Craft Beer and Cider Strategy through the $1.6m Drink Victoria program.

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]]> Grainstock 2026 Dates Announced https://brewsnews.com.au/grainstock-2026-dates-announced/ Wed, 06 May 2026 07:08:31 +0000 https://brewsnews.com.au/?p=53691 Grainstock returns to the Riverina in October 2026 with a three-day program spanning grain supply chain tours, an industry symposium and a public festival.

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]]> Tooheys Old Dark returns to cans https://brewsnews.com.au/tooheys-old-dark-returns-to-cans/ Fri, 01 May 2026 02:09:35 +0000 https://brewsnews.com.au/?p=53620 Lion has relaunched Tooheys Old Dark Ale in 375ml cans for the first time in decades, now available nationally.

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]]> Craft brewers warn Queensland container scheme will cost jobs and drive up prices https://brewsnews.com.au/craft-brewers-warn-queensland-container-scheme-will-cost-jobs-and-drive-up-prices/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:04:16 +0000 https://brewsnews.com.au/?p=53601 Craft brewers warn Queensland's Containers for Change reforms will push up beer prices and shut regional breweries.

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]]> ABAC Releases First Quarter 2026 Report https://brewsnews.com.au/abac-report/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:16:38 +0000 https://brewswire.com.au/?p=53569 ABAC's Q1 2026 report covers 28 determinations, 731 pre-vetted ads and key rulings on minors, water safety and responsible consumption.

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]]> Good Drinks passes 30 million litre milestone defying industry trends https://brewsnews.com.au/good-drinks-passes-30-million-litre-milestone-defying-industry-trends/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:23:00 +0000 https://brewsnews.com.au/?p=54332 In the 12 months to March, Good Drinks Australia brewed more than 30 million litres across its entire portfolio, representing 7% annual growth.

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