Retail Drinks Australia has welcomed some measures in the Budget but says they do not go far enough to alleviate pressures of the current economic environment.

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.
New high-risk situations training launched
Retail Drinks Australia launches new training to help the 75,000 retail liquor workers manage high-risk situations.
Create your Kegacy with Liquor Barons and Little Creatures
WA retailer and brewer join forces for competition to create a new limited-edition Little Creatures beer.
Retailer and brewer celebrating women in beer
Blackhearts & Sparrows and CoConspirators Brewing are joining forces to celebrate International Women’s Day.
NT Deputy Chief Minister under fire over Metcash shares
Chansey Paech is standing firm after he invested in Metcash shares months before advocating not to extend alcohol restrictions in Aboriginal town camps.
Coles Liquor buys 9/11 bottleshops
Twenty 9/11 bottleshops across Tasmania, previously owned by the Federal Group have been bought by Coles Liquor Group.
Indie brewers under pressure in challenging economy
A number of key economic pressures are combining to create an incredibly difficult market for independent brewers to operate within.
Dan Murphy’s opens three new big box stores
Victoria gained three new Dan Murphy’s stores in November, with the chain also renewing six stores nationwide.
Strong half-year result for Metcash Liquor
Metcash has reported its half-year results with the liquor group performing strongly with increased earnings and strong demand.
Coles CEO outlines strategies for Christmas and beyond
In her first Annual General Meeting address Coles CEO and MD Leah Weckert has detailed new strategies for the business.