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Historic Tasmanian Brewery to Close After 145 Years

Beverage giant Lion cited the ’significant cost inflation' along with the long-term decline in the national beer market as reasons for the decision.
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Historic Tasmanian Brewery to Close After 145 Years
James Boag's brewery in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia on June 29, 2025. AAP Image/Ethan James
Monica O’Shea
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Japanese-owned beverage giant Lion has announced a plan to close its James Boag’s Brewery in Launceston, Tasmania in November 2026.

The move would cut 42 jobs and end 145 years of brewing on the historic site.

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Monica O’Shea
Monica O’Shea
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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]