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Author Archives: Deborah Jackson
Deb joined Intermedia in 2015 as Editor of National Liquor News and Deputy Editor of The Shout. Since then, she has also worked as the Editor of Beer & Brewer and the New Zealand title, World of Wine. Following two years as Associate Publisher of Convenience & Impulse Retailing and Pet Industry News, Deb has returned to her place in the liquor industry as Managing Editor of National Liquor News.
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Bacchus trade tasting draws a crowd in Sydney
More than 350 trade guests explored global wines at Bacchus Wine Merchant’s Sydney tasting, Walk on the Wine Side.
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Police bust Melbourne retail theft syndicate
Liquor retailers are urged to stay vigilant as alcohol is identified as the most commonly stolen item, with $125,000 in stolen goods seized.
Posted inNational Liquor News
BWS Managing Director Scott Davidson to step down
Scott Davidson will leave his role as BWS Managing Director in November, following a transformative five-year tenure.
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Bottle shop trade powers sale of Empire Hotel in outback NSW
Cobar’s only drive-through bottle shop proves decisive in outback hotel sale to experienced regional operators.
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Final call for Grenache and Tempranillo submissions
Submit your Grenache and Tempranillo wines for expert review in the new National Liquor News monthly tasting program.
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Thirsty Camel unveils Hump Club version three
Gamified rewards, personal offers and lifetime loyalty drive the next evolution of Thirsty Camel’s loyalty program.
Posted inBeer & Cider
Carwyn Cellars returns to founding hands
Ownership of Carwyn Cellars has returned to Ben and Nicole Carwyn, in a full-circle moment for the iconic Thornbury venue.
Posted inNational Liquor News
Drakes Supermarkets rebrands liquor division
Drakes Cellars will open across six locations in South Australia, with Paramount Liquor joining as the exclusive supply partner.
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BWS trials rapid-chill technology at Gordon store
The new V-Tex bottle-chilling technology being trialled at BWS Gordon targets sustainability, efficiency, and customer convenience.