The 2024 Golden Hive award winner, Kommunity Brew, is calling for expressions of interest for its second round of capital raising through equity crowd funding platform Birchal.

The independent brewing industry has expressed its disappointment and frustration with the federal government, after it made no changes to Australia’s excise tax in the 2024/25 budget.

The largest annual beer competition in the world, Melbourne Royal Australian International Beer Awards, has announced its winners, with judges selecting from more than 2500 beers from 23 countries. 

Food service company, BonCulina, has launched in Australia, supplying a meal range specifically designed for healthcare and aged care sectors. BonCulina is working with Sunshine Private Hospital (SPH), which is owned by Unitas Healthcare.

CommBank’s latest Manufacturing and Supply Chain Insights report, based on a survey of manufacturing, wholesale trade and distribution businesses, reveals that 61 per cent are targeting a moderate or significant uplift in production levels in the next year.

Hickson House Distilling Co has landed a distribution partnership with Amber Beverage Group, aiming to expand their footprint in the Australian gin market. 

Shoppers are being urged to purchase more consciously and support Aussie makers and growers as Australian Made Week kicks-off today and runs until Sunday 26 May.

Researchers have traced the origin of Australian abalone through their shell composition, a discovery that could significantly reduce the illegal trafficking of high-value seafood.

The Hive Awards inaugural event took place on Thursday 16 May at the Everleigh, Sydney, to a room buzzing with excitement. We are so pleased to announce the winners, and to have had the opportunity to recognise and celebrate their incredible accomplishments in the industry!

East Forged is at the forefront of the craft tea industry with its ready-to-drink Cold Brew Nitro Tea brand, positioning tea as a sophisticated beverage suitable for social occasions.

Australia Plant Proteins was the first company in Australia to develop and commercialise a plant protein isolate powder. It is at the forefront of innovative plant-based protein solutions and plays a key role in building Australia’s reputation on the global stage in this burgeoning industry.

Don is set to revolutionise the smallgoods market with the launch of its resealable flow wrap pack for sandwich fillers and other smallgoods.

In looking to develop products that would encourage consumers to eat more vegetables, Perfection Fresh leveraged a major consumer trend and created the Perfection Air Fryer Veggie Kits.

In a bold move to transform the Australian food industry, Openway Food Co was established by seasoned industry veterans with a mission to unite smaller Australian businesses under a single platform.

Founded by two friends with a goal of helping people eat better more often, The Dinner Ladies brand has been defined by a commitment to quality produce, wholesome and delicious meals, and happy customers.

From starting out in a garden shed in 2015, Kommunity Brew has grown into a one-of-a-kind functional beverage company intent on doing things its own way with a focus on impact as well as profit.