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United Innkeeper celebrates 50 years of mateship and milestones
United Innkeeper, the group that ultimately formed the Thirsty Camel bottle shop banner, has marked its 50-year milestone.

Lou Spagnolo awarded LSA WA Life Membership
Lou Spagnolo receives recognition for decades of leadership and advocacy in support of Western Australia’s independent liquor retailers

Retail unfiltered with… Guy Southern
From beer blogging to retail, Guy Southern champions people, culture and authentic experiences at Copper & Oak.
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Wild Turkey Announces Master’s Keep Beacon, the Final Release in the Celebrated Series
Highest proof and final release in the series, a blend of 10- and 16-year-old bourbons by Eddie and Bruce Russell.
Features

Innovation and consumer contradictions
Drinks leaders say innovation, affordability and range rationalisation are essential as shifting consumer behaviour reshapes categories.

Wednesday Women: Charlotte Smith talks female-led, future-focused liquor retail
Charlotte Smith and her mother built REH Liquids as a way of redefining liquor retail, and proving women-led spaces can set the industry standard.

LMG conference wraps up with Oktoberfest celebration
Delegates wrapped up the 2025 LMG Members Conference in Munich, celebrating camaraderie and growth at Oktoberfest.