Common sense changes proposed for the Sale & Supply of Alcohol Act with two new Bills
We support the Hon Kieran McAnulty’s Sale & Supply of Alcohol (Sales on Anzac Day morning, Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Christmas Day) Amendment Bill passing its first reading. “Allowing restaurants, bars and supermarkets [...]
Mindful drinking reflected in the Stats NZ beer, wine and spirits consumption which is at an all-time low
The recent Stats NZ [1] beer, wine and spirits consumption has declined to the lowest level since data was first collected and supports a seismic cultural shift towards “mindful drinking”. NielsenIQ [2] (US) attributed [...]
Zebra striping the new drinking trend
Zebra striping [1] is a recent trend to socialise while having a beer, wine or spirit and alternating between alcohol and a no or low-alcohol drink. It has been estimated [2] that 25% of adults [...]
Gen Z embrace the holiday season with a focus on drinking alcohol in moderation
A study from Mintel in the UK [1] on Gen Z drinking habits revealed that a significant number are opting for a more balanced approach, focussing on drinking in moderation. As part of Mintel’s [...]