Date: 5 September 2025 Statement attributable to Geoff Parker, CEO of the Australian Beverages Council Limited (ABCL) The Australian Beverages Council Limited (ABCL), representing the nation’s dynamic non-alcoholic drinks industry, welcomes the ABS’ release of Sweetened Beverages consumption data as part of the National Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey 2023, which shows a significant decline in […]

ABCL Responds to Calls for 20c Container Refund The Australian Beverages Council Limited (ABCL) has strongly rejected recent calls to double the refund amount under the Container Deposit Scheme (CDS), highlighting the negative impact such a move would have on Australians and its limited benefit to recycling outcomes. Date: 6 August 2025 Statement attributable to […]

ABCL Responds to Questions About Vitamin B6 in Energy Drinks The Australian Beverages Council Limited (ABCL) has responded to recent media interest regarding the use of vitamin B6 in energy drinks, reaffirming its members’ commitment to strict compliance with food safety regulations. Date: 30 July 2025 Statement attributable to Geoff Parker, CEO of the Australian […]

Date: 11 July 2025 Statement attributable to Geoff Parker, CEO of the Australian Beverages Council Limited (ABCL) As the peak body representing the non-alcoholic beverages industry, the Australian Beverages Council rejects the recent calls for a sugar tax to address obesity. This outdated policy proposal overlooks shifting consumer behaviour, supported by government data, the broad […]

Date: 29 March 2025 The Australian Beverages Council Limited (ABCL) today welcomes the government’s announcement of a $20 million investment into promoting Australian manufactured goods. Australia is a hothouse for the creation of quality, innovative non-alcoholic drinks that are meeting changing consumer demands not just in Australia, but around the world. ABCL CEO, Geoff Parker […]

Date: 26 February 2025 Following an inquiry into Food and Beverage Manufacturing in Australia, the Australian Beverages Council Limited (ABCL) welcomes the release of the Food for Thought committee report. This report accurately acknowledges the high-quality food and beverage offering in Australia, while also recognising the challenges facing our industry.   The ABCL particularly welcomes the […]