BeanScene Magazine

08/01/2026

Designed and manufactured in Italy, La Piccola coffee machines are built around a single philosophy: deliver outstanding espresso with absolute reliability, simplicity, and style.

Lucaffé Australia says La Piccola machines are perfect for environments that want authentic Italian espresso without complexity.

07/01/2026

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics suggests coffee is one of the biggest drivers of inflation in the latest Consumer Price Index.

Coffee has emerged as one of the strongest inflation drivers in Australia’s latest Consumer Price Index (CPI), with prices for coffee, tea and cocoa surging more than 15 per cent in the year to November 2025, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

22/12/2025

The tea industry took incredible strides forward in 2025, but what trends and tastes will come to the front in 2026? T2 Tea Head of Tea Sally Morris explains.

From cocktails and alcohol-free alternatives to seasonal drinks and the continuing matcha madness, what direction will the tastes of tea consumers take this summer?

22/12/2025

Queensland roaster Merlo is taking a new approach to helping out its partner cafés, offering on-site training for everything from latte art to brewing basics, but why?

From latte art to tasting notes and everything in between, Merlo has a new-look approach in helping its partner cafés make the best possible cup.

21/12/2025

The New Zealand Specialty Coffee Association hosted the Aotearoa Barista Championships earlier this year, and have praised the rising level of competition at the event.

Hiroko Hanna Teramoto has been named Aotearoa Barista Champion for the third time, but the quality of competition showed the strength of New Zealand’s barista scene.

20/12/2025

The Melbourne International Coffee Expo Global Coffee Report Leaders Symposium is shaping up to contain incredible insights from global industry leaders.

The first line-up of speakers at the Global Coffee Report (GCR) Leaders Symposium has been revealed.

19/12/2025

Silly season is well and truly upon us. BioPak has some tips and tricks for managing inventory in the peaks and troughs of the holiday period.

The holiday season can be a whirlwind for cafés and food businesses, especially with packed service periods, fluctuating demand, and the constant challenge of balancing stock.

19/12/2025

Allpress Coffee will open its first café in Queensland in early 2026, with the roaster hailing the region as one of the most exciting coffee markets in Australia right now.

Allpress Coffee will open the new year with the launch of a new café location in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley, with National Sales Manager Nick Passi labelling the region as one of the most exciting markets in Australia. Located at 161 Robertson Street and just steps away from the James Street Pre...

19/12/2025

Brambati S.p.A. is celebrating innovation and progress with its fully automated, next-generation BR Roaster.

18/12/2025

Pablo & Rusty's Coffee Roasters CEO Abdullah Ramay has come up with this practical guide helps café owners master cash flow, build intentional profit systems, and regain peace of mind.

This practical guide helps café owners master cash flow, build intentional profit systems, and regain peace of mind with simple, behaviour-driven strategies to make your business sustainable and financially healthier

18/12/2025

There's far more to Australian coffee culture than just what is in the major cities. BeanScene spoke to some roasters and cafés off the beaten track to explore some of the country's emerging hotspots.

Australia’s standout café culture is no longer confined to the major capitals – vibrant new coffee pockets are emerging nationwide.

18/12/2025

After 15 years growing in Queensland, Stellarossa is set to pursue opportunities in India following the landmark signing of a franchising agreement.

After 15 years of growing its brand in Queensland, franchise café chain Stellarossa is set to expand to India.