Deborah Jackson

Independent Liquor Retailers has celebrated the standout retailers, venues and supplier partners across its network at the 2026 ILR Gala Awards Dinner in Adelaide.

Independent Liquor Group CEO Paul Esposito welcomed members and supplier partners to Auckland for the start of the 2026 ILG Study Tour, describing the event as an opportunity to bring the ILG “family” back together.

Independent Liquor Retailers (ILR) members and supplier partners came together for a busy day of business, networking and some of South Australia's best food and drink as the 2026 ILR Conference continued in Adelaide.

Australian demand for Bourgogne is continuing to grow, with strong gains in white wine and Mâcon pointing to an opportunity for liquor retailers to broaden the way they approach one of France's best-known wine regions.

Days two and three of the 2026 ILG Study Tour delivered a mix of business, hospitality and memorable experiences as delegates made the most of their time in Auckland.

Paul Esposito, CEO, Independent Liquor Group Independent Liquor Group (ILG) has set its sights on becoming a $1 billion business, after

Matthew Lumsden, Founder of Shibui Advisory and former Interim CEO of Hastings Co-op, used the transformation of the Co-op's Wauchope fuel and liquor

Day four of the 2026 ILG Study Tour saw delegates farewell Auckland and head south for the next stage of the tour in Queenstown.

Thirsty Camel Victoria has entered a new wholesale supply partnership with Paramount Liquor, in a significant move designed to strengthen the value proposition for members and support the group's future growth ambitions.

Independent Liquor Group (ILG) will integrate Australia Post into its e-commerce platform later this year, opening the door for participating members to reach customers beyond their traditional local delivery areas.