Boag's Closing Shakes Launceston

Boag’s Brewery is shutting down in Launceston this November after 145 years — a devastating blow to the city’s identity and economy, especially after the Hawthorn Football Club’s games also leave town in 2027. The closure means 42 jobs lost and could cost the region a million dollars weekly, with tourism and manufacturing hit hard. Longtime workers like Adrian Hinds, who’s spent nearly 23 years there, are heartbroken and worried about their futures. But community leaders are already rallying — the Launceston Chamber of Commerce is planning next steps, and locals are pushing for a meaningful future for the iconic site, with ideas ranging from housing to commercial use. The Tasmanian government promises reinvestment, and the community’s voice will be central to shaping what comes next. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d5b4d0cf5041d3c6