A recent study has suggested fermented soft drinks such as kombucha and kefir could pose a risk to unsuspecting drinkers who think they are consuming an alcohol-free product, prompting calls for changes to labelling and safety information. Kombucha is made by fermenting tea, and alcohol is formed during the fermentation process, but it’s commonly believed […]
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The argument for selling alcohol through convenience stores continued this week with Australasian Association of Convenience Stores (AACS) CEO Jeff Rogut outlining the key reasons why this issue should remain on the agenda. In an exclusive interview with C&I, Rogut explained, “AACS remains committed to working with governments to secure the opportunity for convenience retailers
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Retail Drinks Australia has described as “farcical” the decision by the Northern Territory’s liquor regulator to crackdown on everyday household cooking and beauty items which contain small amounts of alcohol. The regulator has said that items which contain more than 1.15 per cent ethyl alcohol ABV and come in containers exceeding 50ml are now classed
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The 7-Eleven Group is investing in on-demand ‘last-mile’ delivery and technological capability by acquiring a majority interest in Tipple (www.tipple.com.au) – Australia’s largest on-demand alcohol delivery start-up. Tipple provides customers a unique ‘bottle shop in your pocket’ experience, delivering in 30 minutes by partnering with local independent bottle shops. Since launching in October 2015 Tipple
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Liberal Democrat Senator David Leyonhjelm has voiced his support for the sale of packaged alcohol in the convenience sector, following last week’s release of an Interim report into Red Tape legislation. Speaking at a media event on 31 March, Senator David Leyonhjelm outlined the Red Tape Committee’s recommendations for the taxation, supply and sales of
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An interim report on the effects of red tape on alcohol sales is expected to be tabled in parliament by the end of this week.
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A report on the prospect of allowing alcohol sales in C-stores, scheduled for release to the public today, will not be released until a later date.
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The discussion over whether convenience stores should be allowed to sell alcoholic beverages has taken a new turn, with media outlets refreshing the debate with ample coverage over the weekend.
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“Enabling convenience stores to compete in the packaged alcohol market would open up an important new revenue opportunity for small businesses.”
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