THE new BWS store in Lorne has officially opened, welcoming both locals and tourists to the popular seaside Victorian community.<\/p>\n
The store has created six new jobs, including two full-time and four casual positions.<\/p>\n
Store manager Tim McDonald said the opening was an exciting opportunity for the local community to access a wide range of premium and local products, along with traditional favourites.<\/p>\n
“We are all excited to be part of the Lorne community and can\u2019t wait to showcase what we have in store,” Mr McDonald said.<\/p>\n
“All of our team members live locally or in the region and love what Lorne and the Great Ocean Road community has to offer.<\/p>\n
“It\u2019s relaxed lifestyle surrounded by stunning beaches, beautiful scenery, vibrant food and wine scene as well as local artistry.<\/p>\n
“It\u2019s a prime destination for locals and tourists alike and we can\u2019t wait to welcome them all into our store.”<\/p>\n
BWS Lorne features local wines, including selections from Leura Park Estate, a renowned producer of premium cool maritime climate wines established in 1995.<\/p>\n
“We are extremely privileged to have local wines including Leura Park Estate to name just a few in store,” Mr McDonald said.<\/p>\n
“These producers are well known throughout the local community and we are proud to be able to support them.”<\/p>\n
Team members have received extensive training, learning about Australia’s award-winning wine regions, European wine regions, and spirits.<\/p>\n
They have also completed modules in social responsibility, workplace health and safety, cyber security, competition and consumer law, and code of conduct.<\/p>\n
BWS will offer complimentary tastings today (Friday, May 17) from 3pm to 5pm.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
THE new BWS store in Lorne has officially opened, welcoming both locals and tourists to the popular seaside Victorian community. The store has created six new jobs, including two full-time and four casual positions. Store manager Tim McDonald said the opening was an exciting opportunity for the local community to access a wide range of […]<\/p>\n