Category: Advanced Manufacturing and Industry
Winner: Little Creatures
Little Creatures is an “eclectic bunch who celebrates people from all walks of life”, according to the brewery’s awards entry.
“We embrace the silly, support the community and drive colourful Kombis,” the entry says.
“Little Creatures Geelong is a bit like Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory, but for beer.”
Established up in 2013, the brewery and hospitality facility is built on the site of a former Valley Worsted Mill textile mill from the 1920s.
The mill’s historic art deco buildings remain on site, with the brewery built in a way to preserve the site’s history.
“In 2015 our quirky cousin, White Rabbit, joined the village bringing a completely different brewery and hospitality experience,” Little Creatures says.
“The White Rabbit Barrel Hall is a space to ignite your imagination and explore your curiosity, placing you at the heart of our brewery.
“With two breweries on site, we offer a true brewery village experience, with a bustling Canteen, relaxed White Rabbit, colourful Mystery Lane, our new function and event space Furphy Hall, all surrounded by a state-of-the-art brewery. You can grab a fresh beer, a bite to eat inside or out and watch the brewers racing around doing their thing.
“Most importantly, at Little Creatures Geelong visitors are looked after by a team of people who are passionate about sharing their love of beer and welcoming people into the world of Little Creatures.
“Our team of 115 people have great experience brewing fantastic beers, creating tasty food and offering a service that makes visitors come back time and time again.
Little Creatures was first established in Fremantle, Western Australia, in 2000, before Lion purchased the company in 2012.
