Original article by Simon Evans
The Australian Financial Review – Page: 13 : 4-Jul-17

The Independent Brewers Association, which represents Australia’s craft brewers, states there are now 420 such breweries in Australia. The Association claims its members employ 2,400 people, many of them in non-capital areas, and that craft breweries contribute $A740 million into the economy. However, Burleigh Brewing co-owner Peta Fielding, claims the industry’s ability to expand is being hindered by the high amount of excise tax it pays, and the industry wants it to get the same tax treatment as small wineries

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