In some much-needed positive news, the founder of Barossa Valley Brewing has responded to a break in at their SA brewpub by offering free meals.
COVID-19
One Year On… Bodriggy Brewing Co.
Bodriggy Brewing Co. opened its Abbotsford venue 12 months ago, and it’s been a rollercoaster of a year, but COVID-19 hasn’t stopped the Melbourne brewers from planning ahead.
Broo stems losses as production scales down
Broo has slowed the stream of losses this past quarter to $137,000 with the help of government grants and a share placement as production scales down due to COVID-19.
Australian International Beer Awards cancelled
The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria has decided to cancel the 2020 Australian International Beer Awards (AIBAs) citing the current global health crisis.
Free COVID-19 record-keeping app for hospitality
An Australian software company has launched a free COVID-19 record-keeping app to easily and securely collect required customer contact details
Brewers readapt to different short-term futures
As some brewers ease out of lockdown restrictions and adapt to the ‘new normal’, others like Brewmanity in COVID-19 hotspots are doubling down armed with valuable learnings from the first shutdown.
More Australians cutting back on alcohol
The latest report from the AIHW finds Australians are cutting back on their alcohol consumption, which DrinkWise says means we’re drinking more responsibly than ever before.
Moon Dog launches Pub in a Box
Moon Dog’s novel Pub in a Box idea is raising the spirits of Victorians in their second lockdown, bringing the elusive pub experience into customers’ homes.
White Brick Brewing to close its doors
Brisbane’s White Brick Brewing is closing its doors after a challenging situation became untenable following COVID-19 shutdowns.
News Bites
News briefs from Urban Alley, St Andrews Beach Brewery, Aether, BentSpoke, Capital and 3 Ravens, as well as COVID-19 recovery initiatives and digital ID trials.