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Australians are set to enjoy cheaper beer as legislation to freeze biannual tax hike was introduced to parliament today.

Under the current decades-old system, an indexation is applied to the beer excise in February and August each year in line with inflation.

However, the ongoing hikes have driven the cost of a schooner or pint up to approximately $15. This has led brewers, bar owners, and customers to demand a halt to the contentious indexing process.

Barista in the pub pouring beer drink into glass for the customer.
Australians are set to enjoy cheaper beer as legislation to freeze biannual tax hike was introduced to parliament. (Alex Ellinghausen)

The monthly spend for beer rose by 30 per cent from $76 to $99 while wine rose by 17 per cent from $66 to $77. 

Meanwhile, the average price of beer increased by 4.5 per cent in the 12 months to March.

The rising costs have also taken a toll on the industry, which saw dozens of breweries and pubs shut down shop from last year. 

Industry bodies, which have long been campaigning for a freeze, welcomed the government following through on its election promise. 

Australian Hotels Association National President David Canny said the legislation prevented beer from becoming a “luxury item”.

“It’s a win for common-sense in the middle of a cost-of-living crisis,” he said.

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