PremiumPremiumRetailKiwis turn away from beer and wine as alcohol consumption hits all-time lowNew Zealanders now average 1.6 standard drinks per adult per day.25 Feb 04:00 AM
New ZealandNZ Rhapzody, the new hop off the trial blockClayton Hops has planted the variety on four Tasman farms, with 10ha this year.09 Feb 09:25 PM
EntertainmentInside Kelce and Swift’s ‘huge’ wedding plans, from beer kegs to garden proposalHe and brother Jason Kelce became Garage Beer owners in June 2024.07 Feb 01:57 AM
Lifestyle'Last straw': Auckland brewery to close after losing licence as international retailer snaps up site14 Jan 03:00 AM
PremiumRetail‘Insider with an outsider’s perspective’: New DB chief maps out beer’s next era08 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumLifestyleFrom bongos to breakfast baps: My moment of fame on Great Barrier Island20 Dec 06:00 AM
PremiumNew ZealandBrewery bets on 'hyper-localised' approach in tough hospitality climate13 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumRetailOn The Up: Kiwi sober drinks brand cracks 350-store Morrisons deal in UK breakthrough02 Dec 09:44 PM
Travel newsHow do you make beer taste better at 30,000 feet? Air NZ says it’s cracked it22 Nov 09:58 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThree reasons popular Wellington pub closed – who’s owed money?Fortune Favours was one of Wellington's most successful breweries.17 Nov 03:52 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyCostco Wholesale will be able to sell alcohol in new Drury storeCostco made $361.5m total revenue in its latest trading period, although it's still new.12 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandHastings gears up for food and wine street partyTwenty-five Hawke’s Bay wineries and brewers will serve alongside live music.07 Nov 01:48 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ and battle of the beers highlights Australia's benefits for brewersDebate fizzes around patriotic beers and Aussie rebates Kiwis don't get.05 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandFourth yellow-legged hornet queen found as trapping beginsBrad Windust says this summer is MPI’s last chance to stop the hornets.03 Nov 04:19 AM
Travel newsFrom Auckland’s Oktoberfest to Outback safaris, here’s where to go nextFive escapes that prove October’s made for adventure.11 Oct 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe worst ages to drink alcohol, according to scienceOver 65s face higher stroke risk as alcohol drives up blood pressure levels.11 Oct 12:20 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailNZ’s largest liquor store retailer reveals 2025 revenue, profitsThe Australian-owned business has roughly 370 franchised shops in New Zealand.03 Oct 02:00 AM
Business'Sad to say goodbye': Award-winning craft brewer set to closeMotueka-based Hop Federation's closure is another blow for the NZ brewing industry.17 Sep 02:20 AM
TravelA toast to tradition: Munich's enduring love affair with beer The Hallertau region is the world's largest hop-producing area. 12 Sep 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'We weren't drinking alcohol' - Christchurch retirement village resident'We should be able to live our lives peacefully, doing what we enjoy,' says Jean Sparrow.08 Sep 01:00 AM
Travel newsTravel Alerts: Where to eat, drink, relax and explore nextJazz, high beer, and luxe escapes are calling Kiwi travellers in 2025.06 Sep 05:32 PM
New ZealandStreet music festival to return to Napier headlined by Sola Rosa DJ setThe street party and music festival is returning to Napier in November.03 Sep 10:48 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyRetirement village residents fail in complaint over alcohol dispute Group of residents displayed boastful attitude while violating a zero-alcohol policy.31 Aug 05:00 PM
Wellington'Not sustainable': Popular brewery reveals it's closing a day after winning big prize'The cost of living crisis has proven too difficult for us to navigate.'27 Aug 07:38 PM
Lifestyle'Surreal': Northland dad dedicates award-winning beer to ‘cheeky’ sheep MyrtleA dark lager from Heaven's Brewery is one of the New World Beer & Cider Awards' Top 25.24 Aug 04:59 PM
EntertainmentOasis fan slipped on beer before fatal concert plunge, father saysHe fell from the upper tier during the sold-out Wembley show.06 Aug 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessBrewing industry shake-up: Watchdog says four key issues in Kegstar-Konvoy mergerKeg company Kegstar hopes to take over embattled Konvoy. There are four key issues.05 Aug 05:00 AM
LifestyleRecord-breaking win: Hawke's Bay brewery shines with three top trophiesBrave Brewing Co won three of 18 categories at the beer awards.03 Aug 01:37 AM
New ZealandAuckland supermarkets and liquor stores under fire for selling high-strength beersThe products are being sold as singles and range from 7% to 16% ABV.24 Jul 11:01 PM
TravelExplore Central Otago's latest attractions: Wine, adventure and moreA winery stay, creative kai in a casual setting and mini-golf are among the new options. 19 Jul 11:13 PM
LifestyleOn The Up: Miniature backyard pubs a hit for Christchurch family businessFancy the perfect pint just steps from your back door? Here's how you can get it.05 Jul 09:00 PM
Lifestyle'Good on ya, mate': Fire at city restaurant extinguished with beer Fire burned through Speight's beer lines and ended up dousing the flames. 28 Jun 04:07 AM
