Armidale’s oldest licensed hotel, the Wicklow, is closing in lieu of a buyer, as winter and hard times set in. Originally known as the Armidale Hotel, it was the first licensed establishment in the New England region, occupying a large 1,870sqm corner lot in Armidale’s central business district. The two-storey brick structure holds a large […]
Important changes to NSW liquor laws ushering the next round of vibrancy reforms will commence on 1 July, to further support the night-time economy and the music and cultural sectors. Last year the NSW Government introduced its 24 Hour Economy Legislation Amendment (Vibrancy Reforms) Act 2023, comprising a comprehensive package of changes. While most came
CyberWardens is a $23.4 million government program designed to assist small Australian businesses in protecting against cybercrime. Beginning last year, the three-year initiative aims to help small businesses build cyber resilience. It is a timely resource. The vast majority of cyber attacks target businesses, and the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) advises that the average cost
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Melbourne Magistrates’ Court has handed gaming giant Tabcorp penalties of more than $370K and is pursuing venues involved, over the case of an autistic teenager perpetrating a 17-month betting spree. After enquiries revealed a 17-year-old placed bets at more than a dozen venues between May 2022 and October 2023, the VGCCC (Victorian Gambling and Casino Control
Hospitality operators are feeling the pinch like never before, seeing insolvencies surpassing pre-COVID levels and climbing, and more publicans giving up the game claiming post-pandemic burn out. After its record lockdowns, Victorians were dealt another blow with the cancellation of the state hosting the Commonwealth Games, due in 2026. The lawn bowls component was set
Optus Sport has begun exclusive broadcast of UEFA EURO 2024, sharing the audience with partner brands, available for showing in venues. From 15 June, viewers have been watching Europe’s elite teams and players in action, heading toward the prestigious Henri Delaunay Cup, with the final match on Monday, 15 July (AEST). Hoping to deepen engagement,
Feros Group are the new custodians of the stunning Ocean Beach Hotel in Shellharbour, with king of the south Chris Feros declaring “big plans” for the seaside site. Built 1929, the Ocean Beach Hotel is an expansive open plan beachfront venue, with a celebrated seafood restaurant, perched overlooking Shellharbour North and South beaches with unobstructed
Hotels Have Hearts (HHH) has surpassed $5 million in donations after the gala dinner in Sydney raised a record $850k to help tackle homelessness. Almost 600 guests filled the Grand Ballroom of the Hilton Hotel Sydney last week to raise much-needed funds in support of St Vincent de Paul Society’s Housing and Homelessness Services. A
Eyeing its increasingly complex future, the Colosimo family’s Momento Hospitality has announced the appointment of David Clifton as its new chief executive officer, effective from 3 June. Momento has expanded to become a leading force in Australian hospitality, and it continues to grow in both complexity and reach. The Group will soon welcome the addition
Roche Group, owned by rich-listers the Roche family, is offering up the very large-format Irish-themed Harrigan’s Calypso Bay, as they focus on next steps and investments closer to their NSW base. Found around 20 minutes from the Gold Coast, and less than an hour’s drive from both Brisbane and Coolangatta airports, the sprawling premise boasts
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