Western Australian craft beer and spirits producers have welcomed the federal government's decision to increase tax relief for the industry, but some say more change is needed.
Perth distilleries, including Whipper Snapper Distillery and Sin Gin Distillery, are lobbying the government to change taxes on spirits, which they claim are stunting industry growth.
Alasdair Malloch has transformed Whipper Snapper Distillery's business model in just two weeks, organising a joint venture with LabWest and Ferngrove Wine Group to produce medical-grade hand sanitiser for some major clients.
Whiskey might not yet feature prominently on Perth's list of key attractions, but the Japanese penchant for distilled beverages led to a new venture in this field being put on the itinerary for visiting Kagoshima Mayor Hiroyuki Mori.
