Sam Cox wins last Tasmanian beer case at auction for $1,300
Boag's Brewery worker Sam Cox won the last case of Tasmanian-brewed beer at auction for $1,300 on November 11, 2026. Cox, a former electrician at the brewery, plans to display the prized carton rather than drink it, commemorating the end of local production after 145 years. His purchase reflects the significant closure of a local brewing institution.
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Published 12 Nov 2026, 01:42 UTC · Updated 12 Nov 2026, 01:50 UTC
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