Darren "Hanno" Hannigan from Hanno’s Country Butcher (QLD) has taken out top honours in the Traditional Australian Sausage category at the AMIC National Awards — and it’s no surprise to those who know his work. 
This is the category is one of the hardest sausage categories to win, and it defines our industry. No gimmicks, no shortcuts — just perfect balance, flavour, and technique. And Hanno delivered!!
A huge achievement that reflects years of dedication to the craft, commitment to quality, and pride in doing the simple things exceptionally well.
We sat down with Hanno to unpack the winning snag, his philosophy, and what it means to win this prestigious award and represent Aussie butchers in a national competition.

Darren "Hanno" Hannigan from Hanno&rsquo;s Country Butcher (QLD) has taken out top honours in the Traditional Australian Sausage category at the AMIC National Awards &mdash; and it&rsquo;s no surprise to those who know his work.&nbsp; This is the category is one of the hardest sausage categories to win, and it defines our industry. No gimmicks, no shortcuts &mdash; just perfect balance, flavour, and technique. And Hanno delivered!! A huge achievement that reflects years of dedication to the craft, commitment to quality, and pride in doing the simple things exceptionally well. We sat down with Hanno to unpack the winning snag, his philosophy, and what it means to win this prestigious award and represent Aussie butchers in a national competition.

Join Meat & Livestock Australia’s Retail Manager and Corporate Butcher Doug Piper as he chats with a variety of butchers and industry representatives as they share their thoughts and experiences on issues and events that are happening in the Australian Independent Retail Butcher channel.

Join Meat &amp; Livestock Australia’s Retail Manager and Corporate Butcher Doug Piper as he chats with a variety of butchers and industry representatives as they share their thoughts and experiences on issues and events that are happening in the Australian Independent Retail Butcher channel.

Australian Butchers‘ Guild Podcast

Join Meat & Livestock Australia’s Retail Manager and Corporate Butcher Doug Piper as he chats with a variety of butchers and industry representatives around issues and events that are happening in the Australian Independent Retail Butcher channel.

Australian Butchers Guild Episode 60 - Hanno the Sausage King - Unpacking the winning Traditional Australian sausage.

From selling beef and lamb to butchers to burning the midnight oil behind the scenes, Brandon Aiken and Mark Field talk life in the meat game. No fluff — just real butchers, real opinions, and real industry insight. Don't miss this one!!

From selling beef and lamb to butchers to burning the midnight oil behind the scenes, Brandon Aiken and Mark Field talk life in the meat game. No fluff &mdash; just real butchers, real opinions, and real industry insight. Don't miss this one!!

ABG Podcast Ep 59 - Inside the Meat Game: Real Talk with Fieldy & Brando.

Doug Cross isn’t just shaping the future of meat retailing on the Tablelands — he’s now expanding his impact even further with the recent purchase of the old Innisfail Meat Works. We dive into what this bold move means for local producers, regional job opportunities, and the long‑term sustainability of Northern Queensland’s supply chain.

Doug Cross isn&rsquo;t just shaping the future of meat retailing on the Tablelands &mdash; he&rsquo;s now expanding his impact even further with the recent purchase of the old Innisfail Meat Works. We dive into what this bold move means for local producers, regional job opportunities, and the long‑term sustainability of Northern Queensland&rsquo;s supply chain.

ABG Ep 58 - The Butcher Who Bought a Meat Works.

Listen in as I chat with Michael Honeysett, General Manager of Craig Cook’s Prime Quality Meats — a business widely respected for its commitment to quality, consistency, and traditional butchery.
As General Manager, Michael plays a critical role in leading the team, maintaining high standards on the bench, and ensuring the business delivers an outstanding experience for its customers every single day. His understanding of both the craft of butchery and the realities of running a successful meat business offers a valuable perspective for anyone in the trade.
In this episode, we talk with Michael about his journey in butchery, what it takes to manage and grow a high-performing shop, and how quality, leadership, and customer trust remain at the core of long‑term success.
So settle in and enjoy this conversation with Michael Honeysett from Craig Cook’s Prime Quality Meats.

Listen in as I chat with Michael Honeysett, General Manager of Craig Cook&rsquo;s Prime Quality Meats &mdash; a business widely respected for its commitment to quality, consistency, and traditional butchery. As General Manager, Michael plays a critical role in leading the team, maintaining high standards on the bench, and ensuring the business delivers an outstanding experience for its customers every single day. His understanding of both the craft of butchery and the realities of running a successful meat business offers a valuable perspective for anyone in the trade. In this episode, we talk with Michael about his journey in butchery, what it takes to manage and grow a high-performing shop, and how quality, leadership, and customer trust remain at the core of long‑term success. So settle in and enjoy this conversation with Michael Honeysett from Craig Cook&rsquo;s Prime Quality Meats.

Australian Butchers Guild Episode 60 - Hanno the Sausage King - Unpacking the winning Traditional Australian sausage.

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