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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.
Applications open for 2020 Wine Industry Mentor Program
More than 20 industry leaders are set to take up the mantle of mentor in this year’s program.
Strong first half for Woolworths hit by increased underpayment costs
Woolworths has reported on its first half with increased sales and EBIT for both the group and EDG, but costs related to its underpayment of staff have increased.
Retail Drinks dismisses study on online alcohol delivery
A University of New South Wales study is labelled inadequate and incomplete by Retail Drinks Australia.
Private label continues to drive Coles Liquor growth
Exclusive liquor brand sales have continued to grow for Coles Liquor, particularly in the wine category, but liquor EBITs are down.
Wine sales exceed production again
For the second year in a row total wine sales have exceeded production according to Wine Australia.
Concerns grow over Kimberley alcohol ban
Western Australia’s Director of Liquor Licensing is looking at plans to ban alcohol sales in the Kimberley.
Last chance for making ACCC submissions on Asahi-CUB deal
The deadline for making submissions to the competition watchdog regarding Asahi’s proposed acquisition of CUB is this week.
Sydney prepares for lockout wind back
The revival of Sydney’s night time economy starts tomorrow when lockout laws for Sydney’s CBD are lifted.
Administrators looking to recapitalise or sell McWilliams
McWilliams Wines appointed voluntary administrators this week who are now looking at how they can take the business forward in the future.