The Royal Agricultural Society and the University of Ballarat established the Australian International Beer Awards in 1993 and continue to conduct the competition jointly.

Held in Melbourne each year, the AIBA, Australia’s most prestigious beer event, has become firmly established on the international brewing calendar as a renowned and recognised barometer of diversity in beer brewing across the world.

Attracting 1170 entries from 40 countries in 2010, the AIBA remains the largest showcase for premium beer and brewing excellence in the Asia Pacific Region and has been instrumental in helping to promote the Australian brewing and related industries internationally. Entries are received from as far afield as Europe, USA and the Asia Pacific region, including China, Japan and Tonga - plus all states of Australia.

Each year, an expert panel of judges (made up of industry representatives) gathers in Melbourne and Ballarat to judge beers in a variety of classes. In addition to awarding the coveted gold, silver and bronze medals in each class, judges award 16 prestigious Championship Trophies.


The Australian International Beer Awards are proudly conducted by The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria and the University of Ballarat.

All enquiries please contact:

Epicure Events
The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria
Melbourne Showgrounds
Epsom Road
Ascot Vale Victoria 3032
P: +61 3 9281 7444
events@rasv.com.au