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Author Archives: Andy Young
Andy joined Intermedia as Editor of The Shout in 2015, writing news on a daily basis and also writing features for National Liquor News. Now Managing Editor of both The Shout and Bars and Clubs.
ASVO issues COVID-safe recommendations for wine shows
ASVO has prepared an addendum to its Wine Show Best Practice Recommendations due to COVID-19.
Liquor restrictions reinstated in the Kimberley
WA’s Director of Liquor Licensing is reinstating daily quantity restrictions for packaged liquor in the Kimberley.
Coles expects elevated liquor sales to continue
Coles has reported sales growth for its third quarter, and says it expects elevated sales to continue.
Voluntary purchase limit restrictions ended
Retail Drinks Australia has ended its members’ voluntary initiative regarding alcohol purchase limits.
Coles Liquor records third quarter growth
Coles’ liquor sales growth has been impacted as a result of COVID-19 with margin deterioration also experienced.
Wine consumption steady, but spend per bottle is down
A new survey from Wine Intelligence has revealed the impact of COVID-19 on the Australian wine market, including that many wine drinkers are cautious about going out once lockdown is over.
Champagne imports fell in 2019
Australia’s imports of Champagne dropped by 8.7 per cent in 2019, to 7.7 million bottles.
Metcash completes $300m equity raising
Metcash has successfully completed its $300m equity raising, with plans in place for a further $30m in place.
ACCC will not oppose Asahi’s acquisition of CUB
Asahi will divest two beer brands and three cider brands for the deal to go ahead, those sales will also need ACCC approval.