This week on the podcast, the team discuss the latest in hop news and a big craft brewery takes a stand on a controversial social issue.
IBA
IBA goes big with Indies 2020
Awards ceremony the Indies 2020 will be broadcast to bars and breweries across Australia in November after more than 700 entries.
IBA slams Victoria brewers grant block
The IBA has slammed the Victorian government and urged brewers to get involved over the ineligibility of some breweries to benefit from COVID-19 funding.
What does the 2020 Budget mean for brewers?
The IBA was cautiously optimistic about the 2020 Budget last night despite its omission of excise cuts, as the Government receives $100 million less than expected in beer excise.
Ahead of 2020 Budget, IBA and BA make their demands
Ahead of tonight’s Federal Budget, the IBA and BA made submissions criticising the onerous obligations of excessive regulation, but diverged on a number of issues.
New $1.3bn manufacturing fund a “good start” says IBA
The IBA’s general manager Kylie Lethbridge has called the Federal Government’s $1.3 billion fund announced today “a good start” in supporting manufacturing businesses like breweries.
Indies industry award nominations now open
The IBA is calling for nominations for awards recognising those who give time, experience, and resources to help the entire indie beer industry strengthen and grow, and has also announced the prizes to accompany this year’s major trophies.
Brews News Week #281 Have Some More Thoughts
It’s a big week for the beer podcast as debate overshadows a breakthrough in gluten-free barley and excise rises are paused for the first time in 37 years.
IBA sheds staff; postpones BrewCon
Sad news today as the IBA announces that it has postponed BrewCon 2020 again and as part of cost-cutting measures , a number of roles at the organisation have been made redundant.
BWS launches multi-million dollar local campaign
BWS is undertaking a nationwide multi-million dollar campaign to promote 92 Australian local independent breweries, distilleries and wineries.