The Tasmanian Government is weighing the future of the historic Boag Brewery site, with Premier Jeremy Rockliff set to raise the issue directly with the site’s owner, Kirin.
The meeting comes as the government explores options for the Launceston brewery following its closure, with the site emerging as a strategic asset for Northern Tasmania.
“Face-to-face engagement is always valuable, and these discussions will ensure Tasmania’s interests, our workers and future opportunities for Northern Tasmania remain front of mind,” Premier Rockliff said.
“The brewery is of significant importance to Launceston, and we want to ensure the strategic site is put to its best possible use going forward.”
The Kirin talks form part of a broader trade, investment and cultural mission to Thailand and Japan focused on attracting investment, growing exports and strengthening commercial partnerships.
In Thailand, Rockliff will meet executives from dairy producer Dutch Mill, luxury hospitality group Six Senses and retail operator The Mall Group, alongside representatives from the Australian-Thai Chamber of Commerce, to promote Tasmania’s food, agriculture and tourism sectors.
The Premier said international engagement remained central to the state’s economic strategy, with new export markets and foreign investment supporting jobs and regional growth.
The Japan program includes meetings with Aeon Top Valu, Blue Link, the Japan-Australia Business Co-operation Committee (JABCC), Tokyo Gas and defence officials, reinforcing Tasmania’s position as a supplier of premium food and beverage products, agricultural exports and advanced manufacturing capability.
Tasmania’s exports have increased 8.9 per cent year-on-year, with Japan remaining one of the state’s largest international trading partners.
The mission will also include the announcement of a new cultural partnership to boost Tasmania’s international profile and support future tourism and investment opportunities.
