Making A Mark: Scotty Hargrave Leaves Balter

A decade on from deciding to take the reins as head brewer at Balter, Scotty Hargrave has left the brewery. We chatted to him about his highlights, proudest moments and what’s next.

Episode 031: Lessons From A Decade Building A Brewery

We originally invited Hawkers founder Mazen Hajjar onto the show to mark the brewery's tenth anniversary this month, but plenty happened between invite and recording, so strap yourselves in for a rollicking ride!

Tiny Mountain To Reopen With New Owners In Coming Weeks

Townsville brewery Tiny Mountain is reopening under new owners – the Katarzyna Group which owns Valley Hops in Brisbane – two years after being closed by Lion, complete with renovations and space to cater for 1,000 people.

KAIJU! Emerge From Administration

KAIJU! Beer have emerged from voluntary administration with the Reeves family still in control of the Melbourne brewery. It follows a DOCA being proposed by the founders that was unanimously approved by creditors.

Episode 030: Creating A Colourful Community Brewpub In A Craft Beer Hinterland

Episode 030 sees us call into Noodledoof, the community-focused brewpub and distillery in Koroit, a small town at the western end of the Great Ocean Road, for a chat with co-founder Alex Carr about their unique approach.

Aussie Exports: Nick Galton-Fenzi

Nick Galton-Fenzi first came to the attention of Aussie beer drinkers at Beaten Track Brewery in Kalgoorlie. Since selling in 2017, he's been travelling the world brewing, consulting, judging and drinking good beer.

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