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Australian Hotel and Brewery sold in multi-million dollar deal
The brewery will double its production capacity as Redcape pub company moves into craft beer.
Sunshine Coast’s brewing scene adds to tourism industry
Craft breweries are becoming a major reason for people to visit the area.
Bridge Road Brewers celebrates 13th birthday
A look back over the last 13 years at Beechworth’s Bridge Road Brewers.
Lion acquires London craft brewer Fourpure
Lion has taken a 100% share in the brewery, with co-founders staying on.
Taking a stand for independence: Beavertown dropped by Australian importer
Experienceit removed the UK brewery from its portfolio following a partial sale to Heineken.
Mismatch triumphs at inaugural Indies
The South Australian brewery’s Lager was named Champion Beer in Sydney last week.
Independent Brewers Association reveals lofty growth goal
The IBA are gunning for a 15% market share for independent beer by 2025.
“We need to continue to terrify the dinosaur”: Kim Jordan
The New Belgium co-founder on independence, quality and sticking it to big beer.
Red tape cut for breweries in Sydney’s inner west
A welcome new trial will allow microbreweries in the area to trade like bars.
Have your say: Australian Craft Beer Survey 2018 launches
How will Feral, Pirate Life and 4 Pines be viewed in a post buy-out world?
Two Birds celebrates seventh birthday
The brewery has launched a birthday beer and is hosting 17 events across Australia.
Hop cocktails, beer infusion and more: inside Stockade’s new barrel room
The new brewery and bar brings something new to the thriving Marrickville beer scene.
Modus and Prancing Pony launch new beers
Three new beers from Modus and four from Prancing Pony are set to be released.
Full strength Iron Jack to be launched by Lion
Iron Jack Full Strength Lager features pale malts with a “light dose” of Saaz hops.
Winter beer events for your diary
Winter has brought some great festivals celebrating darker beers.
Brisbane’s first riverside brewery to open in October
Felons Brewing Co is set to open at the Howard Smith Wharves.
Brouhaha Brewery undergoes rebrand
The redesign aims to change perceptions about the quality of canned beers.
Big Shed and Devils Brewery win GABS People’s Choice
Big Shed won with Boozy Froot and Devil’s Brewery with Grandma’s Jam Cider.
Lion opens Little Creatures outpost in Singapore
The new microbrewery and restaurant is Lion’s second venue in Asia.
Brewers across Australia adopt the Seal of Independence
We speak to some of the early adopters of the IBA’s Seal of Independence.
Gage Roads acquires Matso’s Broome Brewing
Gage Roads Brewing Co has acquired 100% of the shares in Matso’s for $13.25m.
Two Heads owners look to open bottle shop
The bottle shop will focus on supporting independent beer, cider, wine and spirit makers.
Brick Lane Brewing announces partnership with Queen Victoria Night Market
Brick Lane is the exclusive beer supplier at Queen Victoria Night Market, with a twist.