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At Lion, we believe in creating a workplace where everyone can bring their true, authentic selves to work — and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are a big part of that.    Meet Kirsten Searle, a passionate leader of Women at Lion, who’s been with us for nearly 17 years. In her latest blog, she shares her personal journey of growth, how Lion has supported her through life's challenges, and her work fostering a more inclusive, empowering environment for women at Lion.     From overcoming imposter syndrome to championing women’s health discussions, Kirsten’s journey is a true reflection of the culture we’re building here — one where every voice is heard and valued.    Want to know more about Kirsten’s story and how our ERGs are making an impact? Head to our blog 👇 https://lnkd.in/dFB5gPJD

Little Creatures Brewing has proudly unveiled its newly renovated brewery and hospitality venue in South Geelong, signalling an exciting new chapter for the brand. The transformed and upgraded facility blends the brewery’s rich history with an exciting new vision for the future, introducing new ready-to-drink (RTD) production alongside craft beer operations. The $4 million upgrade also includes a redesign of the hospitality space, offering flexible function spaces and an expanded outdoor area. Perfect for bringing together a variety of visitors from craft-beer aficionados to families, further enhancing the venue as a dynamic hub for Geelong’s social life. 

We’re thrilled to announce that Hahn has secured naming rights to the Australia Cup in a landmark new partnership with Football Australia. How good! The Australia Cup is one of the nation’s most celebrated football competitions, bringing together grassroots players from over 750 senior community clubs across the country. From 2025, and for the next three years it will officially be known as the “Hahn Australia Cup.” The partnership paves the way for Football Australia and Hahn to grow the Australia Cup, provide new opportunities for football fans to engage with the competition and build a long-lasting relationship as the Official Beer of the Australia Cup. We’ll cheers to that! 🍻 #AustraliaCup #HahnAustraliaCup

Don’t Settle for Ordinary: Your Next Career Move Starts Here.   At Lion, we’re not just crafting iconic beverages – we’re crafting extraordinary careers. Our Procurement Team is on an exciting journey, offering dynamic roles in Sydney that are anything but ordinary.    Join us to:  - Work with brands at the heart of good times  - Unlock endless opportunities for growth  - Make a positive impact through a culture that cares    Check out our video featuring our Procurement leaders and discover what’s on offer. Ready to take the leap? Apply here! 👇 https://lnkd.in/gfm--KcF Jonathon Llewellyn Lee Gallagher Georgia Casey Natalie McGreevy Laura Hahn

Stone & Wood Brewing Company is proudly sponsoring the upcoming 2024 GROUNDED Australia Festival in Tasmania, which celebrates sustainable farming and local flavours.   The unique multi-format festival is organised by farmers, for farmers and celebrates sustainable farming and local flavours.   Sustainability Manager at Stone & Wood, Jahdon Quinlan, said, “We all have a role to play in caring for our land, no matter where we sit from paddock to pint. That’s why we’re thrilled to support GROUNDED 2024 as Stone & Wood explores how we can engage more farmers, consumers, and suppliers in ‘better farming’ principles.”   Held on December 4 and 5, attendees can enjoy educational sessions, food stalls, live music, and of course delicious cold beers from Stone & Wood.   Don’t miss out! Tickets to GROUNDED 2024 are available to purchase here: https://lnkd.in/g_stfYaV

Ever wondered what it’s like to work behind the scenes at Tooheys Brewery? Stuart Maclaine, Brewery Technician at Tooheys Brewery in Sydney, is here to take you through a typical day in brewing! From managing key tasks to ensuring every brew meets the highest quality standards, Stu's day shows why a career with Lion is anything but ordinary.  Whether you’re passionate about iconic brands, or keen to grow and take on new challenges, Lion offers opportunities to make work and life a winning combination. Interested? Join our Talent Community to get the lowdown on life at lion: https://lnkd.in/giyxPHMh Stay tuned for Part 2 of Stu’s story, where he discusses his rewarding journey from Intern to full-time employee - coming soon! 

Last week we celebrated Diwali across Lion sites, bringing the Festival of Lights to life.   Our Employee Resource Group, We Belong At Lion, organised meaningful activities to celebrate the occasion and bring team members together, through colour, music and dancing.   We are proud to embrace and celebrate diverse cultures and rituals at Lion. Through groups like #WeBelongAtLion we strive to build an environment where everyone feels that they can belong and thrive. #Diwali2024

The Brisbane Lions are getting the golden treatment. XXXX has launched a limited-edition XXXX GOLD can to celebrate the reigning AFL champions for securing their fourth AFL Premiership and pay tribute to Queensland's passionate AFL community. Only a very limited number of the unique XXXX GOLD cans have been produced and they'll be sold exclusively through Star Liquor and McGuire's locations across Queensland. Lion Premiership players Dayne Zorkoand Josh Dunkley visited the XXXX brewery to celebrate the launch with the brewery team and see the limited-edition cans first-hand. Lion has proudly sponsored the Brisbane Lions for eight years – cheers to the Lions!

At Lion, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are voluntary, employee-led groups focused on shared characteristics like race, gender, and sexual orientation.   These groups offer a space for team members to connect, share experiences, and support each other. Over the coming weeks, we’ll explore how each of our ERGs play an important role in helping us understand the diverse needs of our workforce, guiding us in creating a more inclusive culture.   We asked Allan Dib, co-chair of Pride at Lion, to share his journey and insights on the role of ERGs in fostering community. Want to learn more? You can find Allan’s full article here: https://lnkd.in/gF58EmqV.

The celebrations continue… At the recent 29th Australian Liquor Industry Awards (ALIA’s), Lion took home a host of awards. Amongst our haul, we were awarded Best Mainstream Craft, Best Australian Brewery and Best Luxury Light Spirits over $80. The ALIA’s are peer, industry voted awards and to win is to be recognised as being the best in Australia. Congratulations and cheers to our winning brands Stone & Wood Brewing Company, Four Pillars Gin, Guinness, Heineken and Furphy. Lion also took home three awards at the Star Liquor's 2024 Star Conference Awards. For the second year running we were awarded Retail Supplier of Year! We also took home Venues Supplier of the Year 2024 (On Premise) and Marketing Activation of the Year 2024 for Hahn. We were commended for our willingness to think creatively and do things differently to support Star Liquor’s key initiatives. We are incredibly humbled and grateful to have received so many industry awards this year. Such success wouldn’t be possible if it were not for the incredible people who make up our teams here at Lion. A huge congratulations and thank you to every single team member who has played a part in Lion’s success. Cheers to you! 🍻