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Tour and talk

APAC Section: CIBD Regional Event - QLD

By the APAC Section

Thursday, 29 October 2026

5pm - 9:30pm

Rooftop Brewery, 641 Ann St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006

Join us for an evening at Valley Hops Brewing in Fortitude Valley, featuring a behind-the-scenes brewery tour, technical insights from Fermentis, and the chance to connect with fellow brewing professionals.

Schedule

17:00 : Event opens
17:30 - 18:00: Brewery tour and tech talk
18:00 - 18:45: Speaker Amanda – Fermentis
19:00 – 21:30: Snacks and Socialising

Speakers

  • Matthew - Head Brewer Valley Hops
    • Matthew is a Brisbane-based brewer and Head Brewer at Valley Hops Brewing in Fortitude Valley. In addition to his commercial brewing experience, Matthew has been involved in beer judging with the Queensland Amateur Brewing Competition since 2014. 
  • Amanda Durand - Regional Sales Manager Fermentis ANZ
    • Amanda Durand is Regional Sales Manager Asia Pacific at Fermentis by Lesaffre, where she leads business development and technical support activities across the region. She is also a member of the CIBD Asia Pacific Board, having joined following the October 2025 AGM.

Tickets:

  • CIBD/IBA Members: $10
  • Non-Members: $20

CIBD members are eligible for discretionary financial support from their local sections to attend events. Please contact your Section to find out more.

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