The government’s brutal beer tax could decimate Aussie pubs

The situation for Australia’s independent brewers is growing even more dire as the Federal Government hikes the excise tax on beer once again, in a move that could force many brewers and bars to the brink. More from News.com.au.

Meanwhile, independent craft beer brands Hawkers and White Bay have announced they will be merging under the newly formed Social Drinks Group — a response to lingering difficulties in the hard-hit sector. More from Smart Company.