Breweries, distilleries and bakeries from across Australia can now register to contribute a keg, spirit or baked goods to Grainstock 2026 in return for a three-day Grainstock pass and bus travel from a participating capital city.
The Australian Distillers Association (ADA) has renewed its call for urgent reform of Australia's spiraling spirits excise, warning that today's latest automatic tax increase is placing unprecedented pressure on Australia's legitimate distilling industry while creating the conditions for a growing illicit alcohol market.
Expressions of Interest are now open for ADA members to nominate to the National Advisory Panel - Alcohol Taxation & Alcohol Manufacturers Remission Scheme.
The wait is over. Hundreds of distillers, suppliers and industry leaders from across the country will descend on Adelaide for the 2026 Australian Distillers Conference & Trade Show, marking the start of the industry's premier gathering.
The Australian Distillers Association (ADA) welcomes ongoing efforts to identify and remove illicit alcohol products from the market following the release of research conducted by the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) and subsequent media reporting.
The Australian Distillers Association (ADA), Spirits Victoria Association (SVA), and Agriculture Victoria are pleased to announce the appointment of Marianne Duluk as the new Industry Development Officer and Spirits Victoria Association Executive Officer, commencing 4 May 2026.
It is with a heavy heart that I let you know I will be stepping back from my role as Industry Development Officer for the Victorian Spirits Industry. I have really enjoyed my time here.
Are you passionate about the craft spirits sector and ready to make a real impact? We're on the hunt for an Industry Development Officer to support the exciting growth of Victoria's dynamic distilling industry!
The CDS Expansion – Info for suppliers pack and Workshop 2 held with the Spirits Industry on 30 October 2025 confirms regulators are moving toward a more nationally consistent CDS, including a national portal