Aussie beer drinkers pay $1.96 Billion in tax in a year

[fuddnuddler]

This is a legit media release

1 August 2013
MEDIA RELEASE
Brewers call on Australians to responsibly celebrate International Beer Day
Friday, August 2 is International Beer Day - a celebration of beer is taking place in pubs, clubs, breweries and
backyards all over the world.
The Brewers Association calls on Australians to celebrate the economic and social contribution that beer and
the beer industry plays in the Australian community.
Australian brewers are proud of our industry, and of the special place that beer holds within the fabric of
Australian society.
CEO of the Brewers Association, Denita Wawn said: “Whilst International Beer Day is all about people having a
bit of fun while they partake of a glass of amber as an industry we are extremely proud of the contribution that
the beer industry provides to the Australian economy by way of employment, health benefit and social
enjoyment.
“More than 93% of beer consumed in Australian is brewed in Australia, creating approximately 4,345 direct jobs
in 2010-11, which reflects a 20% growth in a period of 5 years.
“Our love of beer also assists with federal government revenue with beer drinkers in Australia paying $1.96
billion in excise tax in 2010-11,” Ms Wawn said.
Indirectly, the Australian brewing industry also supports to the success of Australian agriculture, logistics and
hospitality with 44% of beer being consumed on licensed premises.
For those who don’t drink beer why not give it a try on international beer day but please drink responsbily.
For more information on International Beer Day: www.internationalbeerday.com

 

[eamonnfoley]

Quite a good article... Rare to see positives pointed out and no reference to alcohol fueled violence....

 

[Rowy]

Quite a good article... Rare to see positives pointed out and no reference to alcohol fueled violence....

So true Foles. Alcohol fueled violence is no different today than it was in our fathers time. The difference is more technology around to record it and therefore give the impression of there being more and........violence from drugs that stimulate such as amphet.

 

[bum]

So alcohol related violence is good in comparison?

 

[Rowy]

So alcohol related violence is good in comparison?

Alcohol fuelled violence is easier to deal with.

 

[bum]

I don't doubt (or envy) that for a minute.

 

[Cocko]

I feel naked without shoes.


Just sayin.

 

[jyo]

I feel naked without shoes.


Just sayin.

Wear a thong.

 

[Cocko]

You would like that, filth.

 

[jyo]

Wear two and really piss the missus off.