Friday 21 August 2026 in News, Sydney, Wine Shows

Remembering Matthew Jukes at Sydney Royal Wine Show

Pooley Wines 2024 Syrah from Tasmania has won the Tucker Seabrook Perpetual Trophy for Best…
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Friday 21 August 2026 in Governance, News

Australian Grape & Wine CEO Lee McLean resigns

Australian Grape & Wine CEO Lee McLean has resigned and will leave the organisation at…
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Friday 21 August 2026 in Governance, News

The wine industry and strategic direction

Richard van Ruth responds to Adelaide Hills winemaker's request to Agriculture Minister to set a…
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Thursday 20 August 2026 in Awards, News

Tasmania’s House of Arras crowned winery of the year

Tasmania’s House of Arras has been named Winery of the Year in the 2027 Halliday…
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AWRI managing director Dr Mark Krstic to step down after seven years. Story on the WBM site.
Australian Grape & Wine CEO Lee McLean will leave the organisation at the end of September.

Mr McLean’s resignation comes after eight years with Australian Grape & Wine, including four years as CEO. 

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