Anzac Day 2024 was the most valuable Thursday of 2024 for on-premise outlets according to the latest Australia Pulse+ Report by CGA by NIQ. The Australian public holiday generates notable activity in […]
The biggest Thursday of the year for pubs
Liquor retail turnover weakens
New data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows retail turnover rose just 0.1% in April 2024, with liquor spending dropping off after Easter. This followed a 0.4% fall in […]
Accolade pulls the plug on Australian Vintage merger
Australian Vintage has announced that Accolade Wines’ failed buyout offer to Riverland growers has put an end to merger talks between the two drinks giants. More than 500 growers who are part […]
Riverland growers reject Accolade buyout offer
More than 500 growers who are part of the CCW Co-operative based in South Australia’s Riverland region have rejected a buyout offer from Accolade Wines. Accolade Wines announced a buyout package for […]
Suntory Oceania recruitment drive for alcohol sales team
Suntory Oceania has announced it is in the process of recruiting more than 130 roles for its new Australian sales team. Licensed Sales Director Gordon Treanor is assembling the team, which will […]
Public Hospitality Group refutes ATO raid claim
Public Hospitality Group has refuted a report by the Australian Financial Review that it was raided by the Australian Taxation Office. A Public spokesman said: “There was no ‘raid’ … this was […]
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners sells Feral Brewing
Three years after announcing its intention to exit the beer and cider market, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has sold Feral Brewing. The brewers production facilities have been acquired by Beerfarm. The sale […]
Hard Rock denies Star Entertainment takeover bid
Hard Rock International has denied it is interested in taking over embattled Star Entertainment, following the casino operator announcing it had received interest from multiple parties including Hard Rock Hotels & Resorts […]
The Star confirms Hard Rock takeover bid
The Star entered a trading halt this morning after receiving interest from companies interested in taking over the troubled casino, including Hard Rock Hotels & Resorts (Pacific). Hard Rock runs more than […]
Coles Liquor uses AI to drive efficiencies
Coles Liquor has revealed it has been trialling AI, machine learning and algorithms over the past six months to predict consumer demand for products sold at Liquorland, First Choice and Vintage Cellars. […]
