PremiumPremiumFootball World CupWorld Cup base given new 23-hour drinking lawsBars in the US state of Kansas have been given the go-ahead to open from 6am until 5am.04 May 06:36 PM
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PremiumRetailDB Breweries trials first zero-alcohol beer on tap in Auckland barsDB's new system chills Heineken 0.0 as cold as possible without freezing.22 Apr 05:13 AM
CrimeWealthy Auckland businessman behind deadly meth beer import ends suppression battle30 Mar 02:32 AM
New Zealand2500 cases of Steinlager recalled after mislabelled beer accidentally sold as alcohol-free04 Mar 07:56 AM
PremiumNew ZealandFrom first flagon to beer boss: Second-generation brewery marks 30 year milestone02 Mar 03:49 PM
PremiumRetailKiwis turn away from beer and wine as alcohol consumption hits all-time low25 Feb 04:00 AM
EntertainmentInside Kelce and Swift’s ‘huge’ wedding plans, from beer kegs to garden proposal07 Feb 01:57 AM
Lifestyle'Last straw': Auckland brewery to close after losing licence as international retailer snaps up siteThe venue will mark its final day of trading on January 26.14 Jan 03:00 AM
New Zealand‘A bit of a yellow card’: Beer veteran’s wake-up call sparks sober successState of Play Brewing CEO made the switch to non-alcoholic beer and says others are too. 13 Jan 09:38 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDB Breweries boss on changing drinking habitsPeter Hart, managing director of DB Breweries, speaks to Tom Raynel about the alcohol industry, shifting consumer habits and his time overseas. Video \ Jason DordayWatch08 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetail‘Insider with an outsider’s perspective’: New DB chief maps out beer’s next eraHart returns to DB after 26 years overseas with Heineken and his own firm.08 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFrom bongos to breakfast baps: My moment of fame on Great Barrier Island'If you didn’t want everyone knowing your business, you probably wouldn't live here.'20 Dec 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBrewery bets on 'hyper-localised' approach in tough hospitality climate'I think everyone really does want to support local nowadays.' 13 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailOn The Up: Kiwi sober drinks brand cracks 350-store Morrisons deal in UK breakthroughAF Drinks already sells in 41 US states after skipping an Australian launch.02 Dec 09:44 PM
Travel newsHow do you make beer taste better at 30,000 feet? Air NZ says it’s cracked itParrotdog’s Dash-hound IPA has been designed specifically for Air NZ's in-flight menu.22 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
