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 Disability groups enjoy day at the dogs during Great Chase 15/09/2026 More than 100 members of the disability community from Sale and surrounding districts enjoyed a memorable day at the greyhound races on Wednesday, September... TedxTalks coming to Yarram 15/09/2026 Ride of remembrance for fallen police 15/09/2026 GB Energy sessions 15/09/2026 John Leslie Art Prize winners announced 15/09/2026