The Queensland Government’s much heralded Craft Beer Strategy has failed its first test with the State’s ‘Minister for Beer’ not even consulted over a 900% increase in levies for small breweries.
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Lineup revealed for BrewCon 2019
The IBA has released the program for its 2019 BrewCon and Trade Expo, 4-6 September at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
IBA urges WABA merger
The Independent Brewers Association has launched a bid to amalgamate with the body that represents Western Australia’s beer industry.
Beer is a Conversation: Mazen Hajjar
When news broke that CUB has been purchased by Asahi for $16 billion the comments and questions came thick and fast. Hawkers founder Mazen Hajjar of Hawkers Beer weighs in.
Brews News Week: Good For Your Fitness
Today we learn that listening to Brews News Week is great for your fitness. So jog along as Matt and Pete discuss the news of the week: BWS criticised over Dry July partnership and Aldi’s award winning Pale Ale.
GBW Trade Panels: Labels – Regulations and Requirements
This Good Beer Week panel, hosted by co-founder of Totem Marketing Zoe Ottaway, debates product labelling, legal requirements, and ABAC rulings.
IBA creates beer recall information pack
As a major retailer announces the requirement for brewers to have a recall plan in place, the Independent Brewers Association has created a Beer Recall Information Pack and Recall Plan to help brewers comply with Australian beer recall requirements.
Beer is a Conversation: Jamie Cook, IBA Update
The IBA gave a general update to its members last week also revealing some interesting data on the size and growth of the independent brewing sector. We catch up with Jamie Cook to discuss.
IBA announces departure of CEO
The IBA has announced the departure of its Chief Executive Officer and the relocation of its head office to Melbourne.
IBA presents Mash Ups Sydney
IBA Mash Ups are industry sessions whereby it will coordinate special guests to speak and share knowledge and information that is critical to the industry.