The Independent Brewers Association is rallying the industry after a series of wins, including support from the major retailers and the JobKeeper announcement this week.
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Asahi-CUB approval ‘a blow to the industry’ says IBA
The Independent Brewers Association has slammed the decision by the ACCC to approve the Asahi-CUB deal, and is asking consumers to back a campaign to break open tap contacts in the wake of it.
Guidance for breweries on online sales
With brewers pivoting to new business models to survive the current crisis, many are entering the direct retail market for the first time. Retail Drinks has guidelines to help brewers responsibly deliver alcohol.
Plans continue for BrewCon as IBA updates members
The board of the IBA hosted a webinar yesterday, outlining progress and providing advice to its members on everything from HR to setting up online shops and deliveries.
Brews News Week #262 Good Beer Business
On the podcast this week we discuss how the beer industry is coping with new legislation and we welcome Kylie Lethbridge to the IBA.
IBA calls on Australians to support local
The Independent Brewers Association is calling on Australians to support their local brewery and help save the industry with help from the Crafty Pint’s #keepinglocalalive initiative.
Brews News Week #261 Keep Local Alive
On the podcast this week we look at some of the positive changes businesses are making to adapt to current economic and social challenges. In the mean time, the IBA is calling for a survival package.
IBA asks for government ‘survival package’
IBA is asking for short term excise relief and emergency funding as part of government survival package as it focuses on consumer confidence in taprooms.
IBA on the hunt for BrewCon 2020 submissions
The Independent Brewers Association is seeking creative, unique, and knowledgeable topics for people to present at BrewCon 2020.
“Disproportionate” warning labels to cost $100 million
The alcohol industry has reacted with dismay after food standards authorities approved plans for mandatory pregnancy risk warning labels which could cost brewers alone $100 million.