The upcoming Retail Drinks Industry Summit, taking place on 11 November 2025 at Doltone House Hyde Park in Sydney, is once again promising to be one of the most important dates on the off-premise drinks industry calendar.
Bringing together independent and banner group retailers, wholesalers, suppliers and service providers, the event will deliver a concentrated day of insights into the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping Australia’s packaged liquor retail sector.
For retailers, the Summit offers essential updates on the regulatory and advocacy landscape at both state and federal levels. As governments continue to review alcohol availability, promotion and compliance requirements, understanding how new policies are likely to impact day-to-day trading will be vital. The event’s focus on global regulatory trends and how they influence the Australian market will also help retailers anticipate changes that could affect product access, in-store marketing and business operations.
Equally valuable are the market and shopper insights set to be presented by leading data and research providers. With cost-of-living pressures altering purchasing behaviour and the rise of moderation influencing consumption patterns, retailers will gain a clearer understanding of where demand is shifting across categories. These sessions are expected to help businesses refine their range, pricing and promotional strategies heading into the new year.
Suppliers, meanwhile, will benefit from direct exposure to the retail community and from data-rich sessions highlighting where growth opportunities are emerging. Presentations on changing consumer expectations, value-seeking behaviour and the interplay between on-premise recovery and off-premise performance will help suppliers tailor product development and channel strategies. The regulatory updates will also provide critical guidance for innovation and marketing planning as the policy environment evolves.
The Summit’s networking sessions – including lunch and afternoon drinks – will offer valuable opportunities for suppliers and retailers to strengthen partnerships and discuss shared challenges in an increasingly complex market.
With the drinks retail landscape being reshaped by economic headwinds, policy change and shifting consumer dynamics, the 2025 Retail Drinks Industry Summit stands out as a key forum for collaboration and forward planning across the sector.
For retailers and suppliers alike, the event provides the insight and connections needed to stay competitive and informed in the year ahead.
Full details on the Summit program and how to register to attend are on the 2025 Retail Drinks Summit website.