1st September 2026 Beer / Brewers AssociationBeer retains its crown as NZ’s favourite adult beverage, even as total alcohol consumption per capita plunges to its lowest level on record.
7th August 2026 Beer / Brewers AssociationThe Brewers Association of New Zealand is celebrating International Beer Day today, spotlighting a sector that generates over $870m annually in GST and excise tax.
27th July 2026 Awards / BeerRural Waikato producer Karamu Barrelworks has been named overall Champion New Zealand Brewery at the Brewers Guild of New Zealand Awards in Dunedin.
22nd July 2026 Beer / Supply ChainThe exit of French multinational Malteurop from New Zealand marks a major structural shift for the domestic brewing and agricultural sectors.
15th July 2026 Beer / InnovationA team of University of Canterbury students is attempting to solve one of the brewing sector’s biggest waste problems by converting spent grain into nanocellulose – a high-performance, billion-dollar material.
6th July 2026 Beer / Parrotdog“Profitability remains a clear priority,” managing director Paul Watson says, as he looks to an improved second half after a 32% increase in brand marketing investment in the first half.
24th June 2026 Beer / DBDB Breweries is extending its New Zealand-first trial of zero-alcohol beer on tap, as it reports good feedback from its initial pilot.
8th May 2026 Awards / BeerEntries are now open for the New Zealand Beer Awards 2026.
6th May 2026 Beer / DistributionAustralian gluten-free beer maker Two Bays Brewing Co has entered into New Zealand distribution partnership with Wellington’s Garage Project.
24th April 2026 Beer / ComComThe Commerce Commission has declined to give clearance for US-owned beer keg specialist Kegstar New Zealand’s proposed purchase of the domestic assets of in-liquidation rival Konvoy.
18th March 2026 Beer / TaxThe government is being urged to slash draught beer taxes in order to improve the viability of hospitality and brewing business and a thriving pub sector.
10th March 2026 Awards / BeerThe Brewers Guild of New Zealand has confirmed the key dates for the 2026 New Zealand Beer Awards, culminating in July’s presentation evening when the winners are announced.
