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WORLD BEER CUP
The Cup is considered by many to be the most prestigious beer competition in the world. Results announced this month at the Craft Brewers Conference in Chicago indicate that brewers from six continents earned awards. This year, 642 breweries from 44 countries entered 3,330 beers in 90 beer style categories. Three Australian brewers were among the medal winners at the Cup: Lion Nathan's Malt Shovel Brewery won gold for its New Norcia Abbey Ale, Sydney's Redoak won silver for its Redoak Bitter and Ballarat's O'Brien Brewing won silver for its gluten-free O'Brien Brown Ale. The Australian contingent joined breweries from 18 other countries to claim medals in what this year became the world's largest-ever commercial beer competition. [from MicroBrewing News Apr 15 & 18 and Australian Beverage Industry Digest No. 63: Apr 7~ 21, 2010]
ALCOHOL POLICY
Blood alcohol limit and trading hours.
No further advice is yet available about moves in QLD to reduce the legal drivers' blood alcohol limit to 0.02% but authorities in NSW have advised that there is no intention of considering a reduction in that state. The QLD Government is, however, considering a recommendation from its Law, Justice and Safety Committee to reduce trading hours for bottle-shops and pubs. [from Adelaide Advertiser, Apr 12, 2010 & National Liquor News, April 2010]
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FOSTER'S GROUP
Foster's beer market share down in the first three months of this year – AC Nielsen.
A slowdown in beer sales at Foster's is expected to prompt a major reinvestment program that could dampen earnings growth, The Australian communicated on April, 30.
According to market research firm AC Nielsen, Foster's share of the Australian beer market was 49.9 per cent in the first three months of 2010, down from 55 per cent in 2005 and the first time it has slipped below 50 per cent.
The decline at Foster's coincided with a general slackening in liquor market growth, with annual sales up just 1 per cent overall for the first quarter of the calendar year, compared to 6 per cent growth for the same period in 2009, when UBS analyst Lindy Newton said the fiscal stimulus, a hot summer, new products and the need to drown recession-induced sorrows had boosted sales.
About two percentage points of the market share loss could be attributed to Lion Nathan's 2008 acquisition of Tasmanian brewer Boags, which was formerly distributed by Foster's.
While Foster's VB brand was still the country's biggest seller, accounting for 15.1 per cent of sales by volume and 14.7 per cent by value, it was in decline with volumes down by 8.4 per cent in the first quarter this year.
(from e-malt .com Newsletter 18b of 30th April 10).
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COCA COLA AMATIL
CCA have appointed John Murphy, who left Foster's Australia as MD in 2006 - after 27 years with the group - to the new post of MD, Licensed/Alcohol for CCA Australasia from Jul 1. The new Bluetongue brewery at Warnertown NSW is due to open in June and CCA‘s stated strategy is ‘to dominate the premium market in Australia'. Currently, CCA has only 2% of the premium market, which, in turn, is about 9% of total beer sales but growing rapidly. Analysts consider that the push for dominance by CCA will be neither cheap nor easy and it is generally agreed that any talk of CCA acquiring or merging with Foster's is deterred by the state of the latter's wine business. [from Adelaide Advertiser, Apr 28, 2010]
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COOPERS
Melanie Cooper, daughter of Bill Cooper, has become the first female director of Coopers. Bill retired from the board a few months ago after 40 years as a director, including 25 years as MD (1977 – 2002). Melanie, currently Cooper's financial accountant, has spent 16 years with the family concern, including time as company secretary. [from Food Australia, May 2010]
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The above two articles have been derived from the The Australian Beverage Digest No 64 April 22 - May 6.
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BRIGHT BREWERY
Following its full acquisition by previous joint-owner Scott Brandon, changes are under way at Bright Brewery. Simon Brooke-Taylor has been engaged to oversee the brewing. In addition to rolling up his sleeves in the brewhouse, Simon's first tasks will include reviewing and polishing up the existing product range, starting with the popular, unfiltered Bright Lager, before moving on to develop a series of seasonal beers. Simon also continues in his involvement with NNL Brewery Services Pty Ltd, supplying a range of support services to the industry, including supplying Thielmann-Portinox kegs and traditional cask beer dispense systems.,
We have no regional news this month.
IBD ASIA PACIFIC SECTION
Training Development Manager
The Board of Management of the Asia Pacific Section is seeking applications for a new contract position of Training Development Manager.
The key accountabilities for this new role are:
• to determine the training needs of members and companies in the Asia region and develop programs to meet these needs
• to develop and implement a training plan under the guidance of the Strategic Planning and Professional Development subcommittees
• to develop and implement a selling / marketing program for training services, aimed at brewing and distilling companies in the Asia region.
• to identify & source existing IBD training material and develop this material to meet the training needs in the region
• to identify and develop appropriate language presentations and materials.
• to develop a pool of IBD qualified trainers in the AP region that are capable of delivering training in target locations across Asia
The role will report to the Secretary/Executive Officer who will be responsible for ensuring the objectives set by the BOM are managed. There will also be a dotted line relationship with the Professional Development and Strategic Planning sub-committees.
Candidates for the role should have working experience in the Asia region, with networks and contacts in the brewing and related industries in the region. A background in training and development, project planning and management skills, and a solid understanding of the IBDs objectives and processes is highly desirable.
Initially this role will be contracted for a 12 month period with renewal options depending on performance and success of the initiatives developed and future needs determined by the Board of Management.
The role will be filled by means of a service agreement contract with the IBD AP section. Those interested are invited to tender a proposal to the BOM setting out their background and skills, proposals on how they believe they can meet the expectations of the role, and the fees and payments that they expect for the delivery of their services.
Proposals should be sent to the Secretary, Rob Greenaway at
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DB MAINLAND BREWERY,
Timaru, New Zealand.
BREWER
We are now recruiting for the above position based at Mainland Brewery. This is a full-time position and reports to the Production Manager.
In this position, you will be responsible for ensuring the production of quality fermented beverages meeting packaging requirements and quality standards. You'll be managing resources and directing process operations.
The role offers a variety of experiences with hands-on production work. In addition, there will be opportunities to complete specific projects targeting improvement of the production process. This is a great development opportunity for someone to broaden their skills in the production or brewing environment.
You will need to be strong in the following skills:
- Planning
- Problem solving
- Peer relationships/working with others
- Results/action orientation
- Process reengineering
It is anticipated that the successful person will have a tertiary qualification in science or technology, ideally have passed or be studying for the IBD Diploma in Brewing exams and have relevant experience in this industry. Applicants should be both adaptable and prepared to work flexible hours (some weekend work may be involved).
If this sounds like you, send your application to Kim Haack, Mainland Brewery Manager at
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