The Local Taphouse

03/09/2026

Join us on the 15th of September for this month's Ale Stars, featuring special guest Head Brewer Brady Hannett from Future Brewing!

Brady is an expert in all things craft b**r, studying a Master Brewers course in California. After graduating, he brought all his knowledge back across to Australia to create Future Brewing in 2023 alongside Laura Howard. Since then, the brewery has gained a solid reputation for it's American influenced ales at their taproom located in St Peters, Sydney.

There will be plenty to discuss on this edition of Ale-Stars, including how Brady's background in environmental science influences the b**rs, the Sydney b**r scene, and their recent September releases.

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As usual, tickets include four b**rs from the guest brewery plus dinner.

Join us on the third Tuesday of the month for Australia’s most popular and fun b**r appreciation night with guests, trivia, food & more.

27/08/2026

Looking for some laughter to fill your Mondays?

We've got our fantastic Local Laughs night every Monday from 8pm onwards! With a fully rotating lineup each week, it's the best spot to catch some of the best & comedians in Melbourne!

📷: Alan Moyle

20/08/2026

We’ve got your Grand Final Week plans sorted 🏉🍻
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We’re bringing a full week of good times to The Tappy, with Local Laughs, $26 steak night, live music, footy live and loud in the main bar, plus a $27 roast and trivia to finish the week.
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So round up the crew, pick your nights and get ready for a big one at The Local.
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Book in advance to let us know you’re joining. Walk-ins welcome.

06/08/2026

Your local.

Great food and cold b**r and your friendly neighbourhood tavern.

We’ll save you a seat.

05/08/2026

Come along on the 18th of August for this month's Ale Stars featuring special guest Head Brewer from Bodriggy Brewing, Anders Norman!

Bodriggy's b**rs have found their way onto many taps across Melbourne pubs and are loved by their locals, fostering a strong sense of community within their brewpub and beyond.

Their Head Brewer, Anders Norman, has previously worked at Temple Brewing. Now running the Bodriggy brewing operations, he's bringing four of his favourite froffs for you to sample, and for him to have a yarn about!

Don't miss out on this night, grab a ticket now.

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As usual, tickets include four b**rs from the guest brewery plus dinner.

https://events.humanitix.com/ale-stars-b**r-appreciation-night-august-bodriggy-brewing

05/08/2026

🍴On Wednesdays we order steaks🍴

Try our Steak Night special 250g Porterhouse, with your choice of sauce, every Wednesday night, 5pm onwards!

Plan your hump day ahead with a booking, or walk ins are always welcome.

28/07/2026

The perfect place to brave the cold → our place by the fireplace 🍻

21/07/2026

Steak Night → Every Wednesday night from 5pm. 

250g Porterhouse steak with chips, salad & your choice of sauce for just $26.

Booking recommended.

03/07/2026

Here's to the weekend 🍻Open everyday from Midday

02/07/2026

CELEBRATE THE QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY AT DRAG BINGO

Of course we're talking about our fav drag queen Della Katessen's Birthday! It's going to be an all Della themed night, with special prizes to be won!

Don't forget... Della's feeling generous, Bingo is free of charge! Make sure to reserve a spot before we run out.

Grab your co-workers, friends, and everyone you know, to enjoy a hilarious night of fun! Head to our bio for the link to reserve a table.

01/07/2026

Join us on the 21st of July for this month's Ale Stars with special guest Co-founder of Bells Beach Brewing, Adam Smith!
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Launching in 2015, the brewery wasted no time to establish themselves in Torquay and the surrounding coast. Focusing on good times, and even better b**rs at their Brewery.

The Bells Beach Brewery have been hard at work crafting some delicious b**rs, always seeking inspiration from the surf culture that surrounds them. Their community engagement and wider focus on sustainability is a core value that elevates their impact within the craft b**r scene.

Our host Shandy will be chatting with Adam about the b**rs he's brought along, the history of the brewery, and plenty more!

Make sure to grab a ticket for this.

https://events.humanitix.com/ale-stars-b**r-appreciation-night-july-bells-beach-brewing