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

BUNDY: BACK IN THE GAME

Sunshine state legend Bundaberg Rum has announced the continuation of its partnership with the NRL, pairing two Aussie icons to enhance ‘game day’ for fans and venues. The acclaimed rum, popularly known as Bundy, has been a sponsor of the

GOOD BEER OFFERS UP A REFRESHED HAROLD

Good Beer is serving up The Harold of Forest Lodge, providing opportunity for a hands-on operator to capitalise on blue sky in a thriving inner west precinct. Set on a 579sqm stratum site, the old three-storey Harold Park Hotel was

GRAVITY ON THE RISE

Drinks disruptor Gravity is eyeing expansion and innovation, welcoming renowned mixologist Kurtis Bosley and inspiring draught-based pub cocktails. Gravity is on a mission to disrupt the RTD market, declaring that “better choices don’t mean compromising on taste or experience”. Bosley,