Major Riverland wine producer Salena Estate Wines has entered voluntary administration, with China’s crippling tariffs blamed for its financial woes. The winery has been owned by Bob and Sylvia Franchitto since 1998 and was […]
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Cost-of-living pressures impact Coles liquor sales
Coles Group has reported liquor sales revenue of $2 billion for the first half of FY24, an increased by 1.8%, with sales revenue growth in the second quarter of 1.9%..“During the half, […]
How ALH is keeping patrons in its pubs
Events such as Super Bowl and Valentine’s Day drew patrons to ALH pubs in the first half of FY24, despite Australians tightening their belts due to cost-of-living pressures. Endeavour Group this week […]
The innovation that’s put the wine category back in growth
The wine category is back in growth at Endeavour Group and it’s all down to a new product called Zoncello. Endeavour announced sales of $6.7 billion during the first half of FY24, […]
Australian Vintage eyes Accolade merger
Australian Vintage has revealed it is in the early stages of discussing a merger deal with Accolade Wines. Accolade Wines, which produces brands including Hardys, Grant Burge, St Hallett and Banrock Station, […]
Australia triumphs at World Gin Awards 2024
Icons of Gin and World Gin Awards 2024, plus new Gin Hall of Fame inductees, have been announced at gala dinner hosted by Gin Magazine in London, with Australia sweeping a slew […]
Busselton welcomes eclectic new wine store & bar
Western Australia’s seaside town of Busselton has welcomed South West Wine Shop, which offers a new neighbourhood bar for wine folk with community at its core. Part of the larger Busselton Pavilion […]
Tooheys unveils cheeky Taylor Swift tour billboard
Tooheys has unveiled a billboard outside Sydney Airport to coincide with NFL star Travis Kelce’s arrival in the city to watch girlfriend Taylor Swift perform four concerts at Accor Stadium. Kelce arrived […]
Pleasure Club hits the spot
Odd Culture Group’s much-anticipated basement cocktail bar and live music haunt, Pleasure Club, has opened its doors in Newtown and it definitely lives up to the hype. Promising a world of live […]
Mighty Craft divests assets as it battles debt crisis
Mighty Craft has provided a funding update as it fights for survival in a challenging market. The company is attempting to reduce its debt through a divestment program aimed at redefining its […]