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Tasmania’s government is eyeing a historic move to buy the iconic James Boag’s brewery in Launceston, set to close this November after 149 years — a decision by Japanese brewer Kirin. Premier’s talks have yielded agreement in principle to explore a state purchase, aiming to preserve heritage while unlocking new jobs and economic potential. Workers and families are deeply affected, with the Premier pushing for support packages and meetings with distributors. Kirin, while closing the site due to market pressures, will explore small-batch brewing partnerships with local brewers — and insists they’re not selling the Boag’s brand. As talks continue with unions and the community, this case underscores Australia’s brewing industry consolidation under foreign ownership.

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