We’re asking Kiwis in Level 2 to mask up and help bring the buzz back to hospo. Supporting their local café or favourite restaurant or bar will keep people in jobs, help pay bills, and ensure businesses have every chance to survive and thrive once again. nzabc.org.nz/call-to-action…

Cafes, restaurants, bars & clubs are where we connect with family & friends. They are places of cherished conviviality at the heart of every community. @IARDnews commissioned YouGov research that shows how important our hospitality sector is to our social & mental wellbeing.

Calls to ban alcohol signage on council-controlled land ignores Auckland Council’s own advice that rejected the proposal that says: ‘evidence that advertising outside off-licenced outlets contributes to alcohol-related harm is weak to non-existent’. nzabc.org.nz/putting-alcoho…

No- and low-alcohol drinks have become more socially acceptable. Over 2.14 million litres of zero-alcohol beer was produced June 2020-June 2021, that's equivalent to more than 6.5 million 330ml bottles. Read more: bit.ly/3wC1cP9

New data shows fewer Kiwis consumed alcohol and drank less hazardously in the past year. Typically, the younger generation drink less, but we've seen a positive shift in older people’s drinking behaviours. Turns out you can teach ‘old dogs’ new tricks! nzabc.org.nz/survey-shows-f…

If you thought the pressures of a global pandemic were influencing how we drink, you’d be right. But did you know that Kiwis are... zpr.io/u4srKi8MXMbM

Flavour forecast for 2022: Refresh with 'pink' summer flavours from berry, watermelon, rhubarb, pink grapefruit to plum. The cooler months will bring bolder botanicals - turmeric, rosemary, anise, ginger, and mustard and chilli will spice things up! nzabc.org.nz/2022-beverage-…

Summer reading tip: Dip into TheShout.co.nz online magazine for the inside scoop on what's hot and happening in the beverages and hospitality sector. theshout.co.nz/what-will-be-t…

What can we expect in the Kiwi liquor industry in 2022? Matt Wilson, Managing Director, DB Breweries, shares his predictions for the coming year. More: theshout.co.nz/what-can-we-ex… #trends #predictions #liquor #theshoutnz

In the February issue of TheShout.co.nz, NZABC's Bridget MacDonald discusses some of the challenges experienced by the hospitality industry, and DB Brewery's Matt Wilson answers the question "What can we expect in 2022?" issuu.com/theintermediag…

Our local cafes, restaurants and bars are struggling. They are usually the heartbeat of our communities but this video by Hospitality NZ shows the current heartbreaking reality for these businesses. Please support your local. fb.watch/bd6KaCME-G/ #Longliveyourlocal

Data from Statistics NZ shows alcohol available for consumption in 2021 remained relatively unchanged compared to 2020, indicating NZers aren’t drinking more – they’re drinking more moderately. Interestingly, their preferences are changing too. Read more: nzabc.org.nz/alcohol-consum…

Kiwis want more to be done to reduce drink driving through both preventative measures and consequences: 83% of New Zealanders want the cars of repeat drink drivers confiscated and 66% support using alcohol interlock devices in cars to reduce drink driving. nzabc.org.nz/confiscate-the…

Kiwis are keen to play their part for a sustainable future, but consumers’ wallets will be hit by the proposed Container Return Scheme. It could also come at the expense of NZ's existing world-class glass recycling programme. tinyurl.com/bdhycycz #glasspackagingforum

Local skills, social change & sustainability are key drivers for NZ's alcohol industry’s contribution to the local economy. It generates $1.92bn to GDP & $2.09bn in exports, pays $1.819bn in excise tax & GST, and spends $2.02bn on local goods & services. nzabc.org.nz/skills-social-…

Vincent Heeringa at thefeednz had a read of our recent industry economic report and offers his food for thought... thefeed.co.nz/2022/04/01/the…

Consumer research finds that three in five Kiwis (60%) say hospitality venues such as cafes, bars, restaurants, night clubs and sports clubs are important to their social and mental wellbeing. nzabc.org.nz/orange-at-east…

Consumers will likely foot the $84m bill for their favourite beer, wine or spirit due to the 6.9% inflation rise. The CPI is used to increase excise tax on alcohol. At $1.2b currently, an extra $84m will be hard for producers & hospo businesses to absorb. nzabc.org.nz/high-inflation…

In the May edition of TheShout.co.nz, NZABC's Bridget MacDonald discusses a Members' Bill that proposes banning alcohol brands from sports sponsorship when Kiwis are quite comfortable with alcohol and sports sponsorship and advertising. issuu.com/theintermediag…

In the July issue of TheShout.co.nz NZABC discusses how enjoying food and drink is how Kiwis and people world-over connect and socialise as part of their culture and a balanced lifestyle. The key to a balanced lifestyle is moderation. issuu.com/theintermediag…