November 2018
WCA chapter members and executive celebrate at the Australian Women in Wine Awards
Wine Communicators were out in force and celebrating at last Friday's 2018 at the Australian Women in Wine Awards. Lynda Schenk, the Executive Officer of WCA, was awarded the Marketer of the Year for her [Read more]
2018 Wine Communicator of the Year Awarded to Author and Wine Columnist Max Allen
Wine Communicators Australia (WCA) announced the ten winners of its annual Wine Communicator Awards at last night’s awards ceremony at the Gourmet Traveller WINE (wine space) in Surry Hills, Sydney. Awards included Best Wine Publication, [Read more]
October 2018
JENI PORT NAMED VIC 2018 LEGEND OF THE VINE
Jeni Port, one of the nation’s most respected wine connoisseurs and communicators, has today been announced as the 2018 WCA Legend of the Vine in Victoria. This distinguished title has been awarded to her in [Read more]
Notice of WCA AGM 2018
2018 WCA Annual General Meeting NOTICE OF MEETING Notice is hereby given that in accordance with Rule 7.1 of the Constitution of Wine Communicators of Australia Limited ABN 81 151 598 168, the Annual General [Read more]
September 2018
SA Q&A Panel Series 2 – “the perfect first lesson for a wine media cadet”
SA Q&A Panel Series 2 – Connecting with Trade – what works? With a couple of vintages behind me, a decent amount of time in hospitality and a handful of years at university in wine [Read more]
International Lady of Wine Rebecca Hopkins confirmed as MC for the Wine Communicator of the Year Awards
In a boon for the Wine Communicator of the Year Awards, Rebecca Hopkins will attend its presentation night of nights being held at the Gourmet Traveller WINE wine space, Sydney, on Wednesday 7th November in [Read more]
August 2018
Wine science expert named 2018 Wine Media Cadet
Thursday 23 August 2018 A new voice will soon be helping share South Australia's story as a Great Wine Capital of the World, following the appointment of the 2018 Wine Communicators of Australia (WCA) Wine [Read more]
July 2018
Wine Communicators of Australia & Wine Intelligence present Insights into Sustainable, Organic and Low Alcohol Wine in 2018
Members and friends of the wine industry are invited to a special presentation from leading wine research and insights agency Wine Intelligence on the trends and opportunities in sustainable, organic and low alcohol (SOLA) wine [Read more]
New Board Member Joins Wine Communicators of Australia
In a changing of the guard, the Wine Communicators of Australia (WCA) are delighted to announce that Stephanie Doboudin will take up a role on the National Board of the WCA. In doing so, Stephanie [Read more]
June 2018
2018 Wine Communicator of the Year Awards Open
Entries open today for WCA’s prestigious annual Wine Communicator of the Year Awards, which will be offered across nine categories this year. The 2018 awards welcome a strong panel of judges, including renowned wine journalists, [Read more]
April 2018
2018 Sydney Royal Wine Show Entries Now Open
Entries for the 2018 Sydney Royal Wine Show are NOW OPEN. The Sydney Royal Wine Show has a long and proud history of recognising the best of Australian wine, dating back to 1826. Attracting over [Read more]
2018 Royal Adelaide Wine Show Entries Now Open
Entries for the 2018 Royal Adelaide Wine Show are NOW OPEN. The Royal Adelaide Wine Show is the most prestigious wine show in Australia, featuring over 2,500 wines from over 300 wineries across the country. [Read more]
February 2018
New National Board Members
In a positive start to the year, Wine Communicators of Australia (WCA) is delighted to announce the appointment of new National Board members Simon Clark (NSW) and Marni Ladd (SA). Bringing to the table a [Read more]
January 2018
Emily Hay – the journey of our inaugural wine media cadet
For fifth generation Barossa Valley local Emily Hay, wine journalism is about more than clinking glasses with the industry’s movers and shakers. During her tenure as the WCA cadet she has been given the opportunity [Read more]
Chef Exchange – a SA food and wine journey for Chinese wine enthusiasts
Do yourself a 'flavour' and tune in to the latest season of Chef Exchange, a new and brilliant cooking show coming out of South Australia. Now before you roll your eyes and tune out (just [Read more]
December 2017
International Wine Tourism Grants now open.
Applications are now open for $10m of international wine tourism grants as a part of the Export Regional Wine Support Package. State wine associations, eligible consortia and entities can now apply for funding through the [Read more]
Notice of WCA Resumptions of AGM Adjourned
2018 WCA Resumption of Annual General Meeting Adjourned NOTICE OF MEETING Notice is hereby given that in accordance with Rule 7.1 of the Constitution of Wine Communicators of Australia Limited ABN 81 151 598 168, [Read more]
November 2017
Hong Kong – a wine media cadet’s journey down the rabbit hole…
I guess it’s easy to feel perhaps a little smug about food and wine when you have grown up in one of the best wine regions of the world… But then you take your sheltered [Read more]
2017 Wine Communicator of the Year Award Results
Thanks to Pernod Ricard Winemakers, guests were treated to the spectacular views of Sydney Harbor from the 43rd floor of the new Barangaroo Towers last night. Master of Ceremonies, Nathan Earl provided an entertaining and [Read more]
October 2017
Under the Influence – Who really holds sway in the buying decision today? NSW
Monday 23rd October saw our NSW Chapter put on their thinking - and drinking - chapeaus and get stuck into Under the Influence - Who really holds sway in wine-buying decisions today? An idea shamelessly [Read more]
Viv Thomson – 2017 Victorian Legend of the Vine
To a standing ovation yesterday, Eric Vivian Thomson, fondly known as Viv Thomson amongst wine industry peers, was announced Legend of the Vine Victoria at the annual WCA Melbourne Wine Show Awards Lunch. Thomson comes [Read more]
Notice of WCA AGM
2017 WCA Annual General Meeting NOTICE OF MEETING Notice is hereby given that in accordance with Rule 7.1 of the Constitution of Wine Communicators of Australia Limited ABN 81 151 598 168, the Annual General [Read more]
Wine Communicator Awards finalists announced
Wine Communicators of Australia (WCA) has today announced the finalists in the 10 categories of the 2017 Wine Communicator Awards. Following judges feedback in 2016, this year both the ‘Best Wine Book’ and ‘Best Wine [Read more]
September 2017
Brain Walsh – WCA SA Legend of the Vine 2017
Brian Walsh, independent wine consultant and the national chair for Wine Australia, was today announced Legend of the Vine South Australia at the annual Royal Adelaide Wine Show Awards Lunch. Walsh was awarded ‘Legend [Read more]
2017 Wine Media Cadet Announcement
Barossa wine marketer Emily Hay is set to help tell the state’s premium wine story as the WCA Wine Media Cadet. As the 2017 WCA Wine Media Cadet, Emily will gain exclusive experiences and [Read more]