NSW GOVT BACKS UP ON EGM BUYBACK

The Minns government in NSW has changed tack on its bid to remove 9,500 EGMs from the state’s venues, on the basis of following evidence-based policy that “gets the balance right”. In the pre-election fervour of 2023 Labor outlined a

STRADBROKE ISLAND BEACH HOTEL EMBARKS ON TRANSFORMATION

Moreton Hospitality’s The Beach Hotel, on Stradbroke Island, is geared to begin its transformative and innovative renovation. With a final trading date of 29 March, the hotel, known as ‘Straddie Hotel’ on socials, will renew its focus on sustainability, community

GALLAGHER TAKES BACK JACKSONS

Jack’s back in the Gallagher stable, as a posse of Gallaghers take over operations again at the striking new Jacksons on George. A pub has stood on the George St site since 1905, when it was known as the Blue

SEQ FLIPS TWO EUMUNDIS

Refreshed from the addition of two SEQ pubs and a retail chain, SEQ Hospitality has re-listed the freeholds of its newly acquired Plough Inn Brisbane and Court House Hotel in Murwillumbah. Mere days after Charter Hall and Hostplus finally secured

XXXX DROPS A GINGER BEER

Aussie brewing legend XXXX has expanded its range with the launch of its own XXXX Ginger Beer. The release marks a major milestone for the brand, stepping into one of Australia’s fastest-growing alcoholic drink categories. It follows previous brand extensions,

RARE COMMONS ON OFFER

A prized city-fringe leasehold opportunity has come to market in the form of Camperdown Commons, in the literal and cultural heart of the inner west.   Set on a large 3,781sqm lot in the centre of Camperdown, the venue comprises

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