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Thursday, October 8, 2026

Matt Kirkegaard

A trained journalist with almost two decades writing about beer and the brewing industry, Matt is one of the most experienced beer writers and commentators in the country. Known for his independence and robust, honest coverage, Matt’s writing has been some of the most thought-provoking and influential in the industry. He is regularly sought out by mainstream media for commentary on the latest trends and industry issues.

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Philter to launch crowdfund “to stay Aussie owned”

Sydney's Philter Brewing has opened expressions of interest for an equity crowdfund to raise capital to expand the business pitching the campaign as "a call-to-arms for Australians who seek variety an...

Matt Kirkegaard
26 September 2023
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Revenue and losses both grow for BrewDog’s Australian arm

Scottish brewer BrewDog has released first-half results for its Australian venture showing continued revenue growth, while still finding profit elusive....

Matt Kirkegaard
21 September 2023
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  • Beer is a Conversation
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Pat McInerney – Willie the Boatman

This week we return to Sydney's Inner West and again catch up with Willie the Boatman’s Pat McInerney....

Matt Kirkegaard
20 September 2023
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  • Beer is a Conversation
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MC Jarratt – Brick Lane Brewing Co.

This week we meet Marie Claire Jarratt, brewing shift lead at Brick Lane Brewing Company....

Matt Kirkegaard
13 September 2023
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  • Announcements

BinaryBeer technology in international trial

In a 'test and learn' innovation project Asahi Europe & International has launched a trial of BinaryBeer's smart keg solution, monitoring a selection of its kegs' journey across Europe....

Matt Kirkegaard
12 September 2023
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Good Drinks results highlight tough market

Good Drinks Australia's annual results highlight the enormous challenge brewers face in a tough beer market, finding it hard to translate growth to profit...

Matt Kirkegaard
1 September 2023
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Australian beer market competitive: CUB

CUB has told the Parliamentary inquiry into dynamism in the Australian economy that the Australian brewing market is more competitive than ever and the company has been nimble to beat the challenges c...

Matt Kirkegaard
31 August 2023
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IBA supports status quo on carbohydrate and sugar claims, with caveat

The Independent Brewers Association has supported the proposal by Foods Standards Australia and New Zealand that carbohydrate and sugar claims should continue to be allowed on alcohol products, with a...

Matt Kirkegaard
30 August 2023
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Triple-1-Three acquires WA’s Nowhereman’s assets in share deal

Western Australian hospitality group, Triple-1-Three Limited - which owns Otherside Brewing - today announced that it is moving to acquire the assets of West Leederville-based Nowhereman Brewing Co....

Matt Kirkegaard
30 August 2023
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Mighty Craft Chair slams previous Board’s ‘terrible performance’

The recently installed Chair of Mighty Craft has used his first investor briefing to slam the company's previous board, saying its strategy, governance and oversight were 'terrible' while declaring ma...

Matt Kirkegaard
30 August 2023
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New Chair for ABAC

Harry Jenkins AO has announced his retirement as Chair of ABAC, with The Hon Tony Smith, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, named to succeed him....

Matt Kirkegaard
29 August 2023
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We don’t get in the way of independents: Lion

Lion's Managing Director David Smith has told a Federal Parliamentary Committee looking into competition in Australia that Lion has an "absolute policy" of not getting in the way of taps for independe...

Matt Kirkegaard
28 August 2023
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