BARRON FALLS INTO McMAHON HOTELS

The expanding McMahon Hotels has picked up the Barron Falls Hotel in Kuranda from long-time owners, in an off-market transaction. Located in the centre of Kuranda on a substantial 3,030sqm corner block, the expansive hotel features a traditional public bar

VALE JOHN CHARLES CULLEN

Today the hotel industry commemorates the life of John Charles Cullen, who sadly passed away 6 March 2025 and was celebrated as “an old school publican and an industry stalwart”. Born 1 Feb 1930 to parents Millie and Charlie, John

THE BROTHERS GHANEM TAKE ON THE FOX

Ghanem Group has taken the iconic Fox Hotel, promising a world-class, multi-level dining, events and entertainment precinct within Brisbane’s performing arts district. Established in 1927, the four-level Fox is a stalwart of the Fish Lane area of South Brisbane. In

COBB & CO HITS THE ROAD

The well-travelled Cobb and Co Hotel and adjoining commercial property in St George, SEQ, is for sale by long-time owner Leigh ‘Lethal’ McCracken. Established in 1886, the Cobb and Co Hotel takes its name from the storied coach company that

OUR PUB: PUSHING POLLIES TO TAKE NOTICE

An industry campaign has been launched encouraging the people of Britain to tell politicians how much they value and want to protect their local pubs, with clear relevance Down Under. The primary objective of the ‘Our Pub’ initiative is to

GANLEY GRABS WINDSOR CASTLE AND CARLTON CLUB

Two Melbourne pubs that recently slipped into the hands of administrators have been rescued by the Irish-flavoured Ganley Group, demonstrating that good things “never die”. Late 2024 administrators Cor Cordis took control of the op-cos of the Carlton Club and

HARDIMANS LISTED AS THIELE PIVOTS

Veteran Victorian Michael Thiele has listed his handsome nautical-themed Hardimans Hotel in Kensington, as he changes tack and sets a course for Carlton North. Originally named the Clarence Hotel, the Art Deco Hardimans Hotel was built in the late 1870s

HOTEL OPENING ENDS CENTURY-LONG DISPUTE

Prospect Hotel and Cellars opened last Friday, officially ending a century-long battle between planning authorities and the area’s historic influence of the Methodist Church. Well situated in a popular stretch of restaurants and cafes between Fitzroy Terrace and Regency Road,

TERZINI BRINGS BACK THE PORK

Celebrity chef Maurice Terzini and publican Michael Broome have officially reopened the former Bondi Junction and former The Eastern again as Billy The Pig, capitalising on its colourful history. Located in the Westfield Bondi precinct, the ‘no frills’ old-school pub

ROYAL INGHAM SELLS AFTER 65 YEARS

Capping more than six decades and multiple generations, the Quagliotto family has sold its beloved Royal Hotel in Ingham to dedicated local operators. The Royal was established in 1883 in the town centre of Ingham, roughly 110 kilometres north of