National Liquor News

National Liquor News The leading trade magazine for independent liquor retailers in Australia.

National Liquor News includes features on industry trends and categories, product information and issues impacting the trade across the country, as well as regular news and profile pages. The magazine also has a team of specialist contributor writers who share their intimate industry knowledge in dedicated features about the various liquor categories. National Liquor News is also a proud co-host of the annual Australian Liquor Industry Awards (ALIA).

Bottlemart South Gladstone held its grand opening last week, bringing a customer-centric approach to a high-growth resid...
23/12/2025

Bottlemart South Gladstone held its grand opening last week, bringing a customer-centric approach to a high-growth residential area.

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Bottlemart South Gladstone held its grand opening last week, bringing a customer-centric approach to a high-growth residential area.

Coles Liquor has converted 174 stores to the Liquorland banner, wrapping up the national 14-month Simply Liquorland tran...
21/12/2025

Coles Liquor has converted 174 stores to the Liquorland banner, wrapping up the national 14-month Simply Liquorland transformation.

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Coles Liquor has converted 174 stores to the Liquorland banner, wrapping up the national 14-month Simply Liquorland transformation.

Australian retailers agree with the latest data suggesting that young drinkers are choosing moderation over abstinence.R...
17/12/2025

Australian retailers agree with the latest data suggesting that young drinkers are choosing moderation over abstinence.

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Australian retailers agree with the latest data suggesting that young drinkers are choosing moderation over abstinence.

The December 2025 - January 2026 issue of National Liquor News is now online! In the December-January edition of Nationa...
16/12/2025

The December 2025 - January 2026 issue of National Liquor News is now online! In the December-January edition of National Liquor News, you’ll find a full wrap-up of the 30th annual Australian Liquor Industry Awards (ALIA), and a recap of the Retail Drinks Industry Summit & Awards. This issue features the annual Prosecco Buyer’s Guide – offering an in-depth look at the fast-growing category and providing trade-focused buying insights. We also get to hear the stories of two independent liquor retailers – John Wilson and Jeff Beresford – and find out how a focus on community is making their stores tick. Filled with stories, insights and trading tips, this issue will help guide liquor retailers through the peak summer and Christmas period.

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National Liquor News prides itself on delivering Australia’s liquor industry the most relevant and accurate news across the trade. It includes features on industry trends and categories, product infor

New data from Endeavour Group predicts Australians will buy four bottles of sparkling wine every second in Christmas wee...
15/12/2025

New data from Endeavour Group predicts Australians will buy four bottles of sparkling wine every second in Christmas week.

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New data from Endeavour Group predicts Australians will buy four bottles of sparkling wine every second in Christmas week.

P&V has called last drinks on its hybrid bottle shop and bar, reigniting a focus on its Newtown offering.Read more:
11/12/2025

P&V has called last drinks on its hybrid bottle shop and bar, reigniting a focus on its Newtown offering.

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P&V has called last drinks on its hybrid bottle shop and bar, reigniting a focus on its Newtown offering.

Blending expertise in food and liquor, the Cellar Manager at Carrington Cellars & Deli explores how the store’s range un...
09/12/2025

Blending expertise in food and liquor, the Cellar Manager at Carrington Cellars & Deli explores how the store’s range unites to deliver an elevated experience.

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Blending expertise in food and liquor, the Cellar Manager at Carrington Cellars & Deli explores how the store’s range unites to deliver an elevated experience.

Once confined to shots and salt-rimmed clichés, agave spirits have shed their party-drink image to become the most dynam...
08/12/2025

Once confined to shots and salt-rimmed clichés, agave spirits have shed their party-drink image to become the most dynamic growth sector in the global and Australian spirits markets.

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Once confined to shots and salt-rimmed clichés, agave spirits have shed their party-drink image to become the most dynamic growth sector in the global and Australian spirits markets.

The new Brisbane wine store offers a rotating lineup of open bottles, encouraging customers to sample more broadly and t...
05/12/2025

The new Brisbane wine store offers a rotating lineup of open bottles, encouraging customers to sample more broadly and try new styles.

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The new Brisbane wine store offers a rotating lineup of open bottles, encouraging customers to sample more broadly and try new styles.

Camperdown Cellars reveals the customer-first philosophy, store individuality and strategic focus behind its award-winni...
02/12/2025

Camperdown Cellars reveals the customer-first philosophy, store individuality and strategic focus behind its award-winning success.

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Camperdown Cellars reveals the customer-first philosophy, store individuality and strategic focus behind its award-winning success.

Independent retailers reveal the key drinking trends shaping consumer choices across wine, beer and spirits in 2026.Read...
28/11/2025

Independent retailers reveal the key drinking trends shaping consumer choices across wine, beer and spirits in 2026.

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Independent retailers reveal the key drinking trends shaping consumer choices across wine, beer and spirits in 2026.

The owner of Otter’s Promise shares how he delivers a hybrid retail experience that showcases the diversity of Australia...
27/11/2025

The owner of Otter’s Promise shares how he delivers a hybrid retail experience that showcases the diversity of Australia’s craft beer scene.

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The owner of Otter’s Promise shares how he delivers a hybrid retail experience that showcases the diversity of Australia’s craft beer scene.

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National Liquor News launched 39 years ago and is the leading trade magazine for independent liquor retailers in Australia.

It includes features on industry trends and categories, product information and issues impacting the trade across the country, as well as regular news and profile pieces. The magazine also has a team of specialist contributor writers who share their intimate industry knowledge in dedicated features about the various liquor categories. National Liquor News reaches all pockets of the nation’s liquor businesses and also co-hosts the annual Australian Liquor Industry Awards (ALIA). Since its launch 10 years ago, TheShout has attracted overwhelming trade interest. The site is updated each Monday, Wednesday and Friday and is the first to market with liquor industry news, product launches and events.

Pictured: Paul Wootton (Publisher), Deborah Jackson (Editor), Shane T Williams (General Manager Sales), Kea Thorburn (Group Art Director).