Home News Excise adds to cost of living pressures The federal government's beer and spirits excise rose for the 84th time in half as many years. Photo: iStock News Excise adds to cost of living pressures Erika Allen 27/02/2025 FacebookXEmail The cost to pour a pot, schooner, or pint of beer rises - not once, but twice a year - […] Let's Stay Connected There’s no better way to stay connected with your local community than with a digital subscription to the Gippsland Times. Please subscribe or login to access all content. Username Password Remember Me Forgot Password Latest News United on the attack 18/06/2026 SALE United created a new record after defeating Monash 9-1 in its Football Victoria Latrobe Valley senior match on Sunday. At Monash Reserve, Newborough, the... Expect more change at the top 18/06/2026 Maffra Rotary achievements celebrated 17/06/2026 Gippsland farmers testing irrigation systems powered by AI tech 17/06/2026 Mixed response to farmgate milk prices 17/06/2026