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CEO of major Australian brewer resigns amid backlash

Chief Executive Danny Celoni resigns from Carlton & United Breweries after backlash over controversial Great Northern beer campaign.

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7 months ago

February 9, 2025

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Chief Executive Danny Celoni resigns from Carlton & United Breweries as Great Northern beer campaign stirs controversy.

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Danny Celoni, CEO of Carlton & United Breweries, is resigning as controversy builds about a promotional campaign for Great Northern beer aimed at supporting environmental causes. The campaign faced criticism for perceived restrictions on access to forests, leading to online ridicule and a negative reception from outdoor enthusiasts. Asahi denies that Celoni resigned because of the controversy.

The campaign aimed to raise funds to support environmental causes by purchasing land for national parks, in collaboration with the Foundation for National Parks and Wildlife.

However, it was met with disapproval from camping groups and outdoor enthusiasts, leading to online ridicule of the brand.

A Facebook group, 4wd TV, accused Great Northern Brewing Co. of promoting a “woke” agenda that could restrict access to forests.

The campaign was misinterpreted, as it was intended to convert private land into national parks rather than state parks, which have fewer restrictions on outdoor activities.

Amanda Sellers, CEO of Asahi Group, expressed disappointment at Mr Celoni’s decision to leave, recognising his contributions to the company.

An Asahi spokesperson told Ticker News that Danny decided to leave the business late last year, following our decision to reorganise Asahi’s Australian and NZ business – which was announced by media release this week.

“This was well before the Outdoors for a Cause national parks donation campaign which we terminated last week. Danny is not leaving because of Great Northern’s abandoned Outdoors for a Cause campaign,” the spokesperson said.

“Danny will continue with the business until June, playing an important role in ensuring the transition process runs smoothly.”

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Violence broke out in The Hague

Violence erupts in The Hague as police clash with anti-migration protesters, leading to arrests and injuries ahead of elections.

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September 22, 2025

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Violence erupts in The Hague as police clash with anti-migration protesters, leading to arrests and injuries ahead of elections.

Violence broke out in The Hague as Dutch police deployed tear gas and water cannons to disperse thousands of anti migration demonstrators. The protest, organised by a right wing activist just weeks before a national election, turned chaotic with thirty people arrested and two officers injured.

Protesters waved Dutch flags and far right symbols while clashing with authorities, throwing rocks and bottles. A police car was set alight, a highway was blocked, and the headquarters of the centre left D66 party was vandalised, with its leader condemning the destruction as an attack on democracy.

Far right leader Geert Wilders, who currently leads in opinion polls, condemned the violence despite being invited to attend.

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Elon Musk was seen at State Farm Stadium

Elon Musk attended Charlie Kirk’s memorial, joining Trump and VIPs at a major political event in Arizona.

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September 22, 2025

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Elon Musk attended Charlie Kirk’s memorial, joining Trump and VIPs at a major political event in Arizona.

Elon Musk was seen among tens of thousands of mourners at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, where a memorial service was held for conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The stadium, filled with attendees wearing red, white, and blue, became the stage for one of the largest political memorials in recent history.

Musk joined a high-profile guest list that included President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and media figures such as Tucker Carlson. His presence underscored the mix of politics, culture, and celebrity that surrounded the event.

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Snipers rev up crowds at Charlie Kirk’s memorial service

Thousands gathered for Charlie Kirk’s memorial, blending remembrance with spectacle amid heavy security and Secret Service snipers.

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September 22, 2025

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Thousands gathered for Charlie Kirk’s memorial, blending remembrance with spectacle amid heavy security and Secret Service snipers.

At Charlie Kirk’s memorial service in Phoenix, thousands of supporters gathered for an event that blended solemn remembrance with political spectacle. The security presence was immense, resembling the scale of a state funeral or even a major sporting event.

From the rooftops, Secret Service snipers became an unexpected part of the performance, drawing loud cheers from mourners below. Their presence highlighted the extraordinary security measures put in place for the controversial conservative activist.

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