The crazy tale of husband and wife hoteliers badgered out of business has ended with “new blood” courtesy of a helping hand from karma and some NRL players. After more than a decade owning and operating Drake’s Lunatic Hotel, Desley and Bob Kane had suffered seven years of systematic harassment by unidentified enemies. Persistent rumours, […]
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Tabcorp continues to morph to meet the changing market, announcing a new partnership and profit results in transformation. The ASX-listed Australian gaming giant released its half-yearly results yesterday, which spoke mostly of profits down due to capex and restructure in light of changing markets and opportunity. Results stating Net Profit After Tax (NPAT) were down
The City of Sydney’s latest report into the Late Night Economy confirms the massive drop in visitor numbers in the lockout zones, and prompts calls for a national solution to stop the bleeding. Statistics on pedestrian numbers and surveys were gathered at more than 50 locations throughout the CBD, Kings Cross and surrounding areas, including
SYDNEY NIGHT ECONOMY REPORT PROVES DEVASTATION, PROMPTS EDUCATION: INDUSTRY Read More »
Last Saturday saw the inaugural BBQ Festival in Sydney sponsored by the world’s largest BBQ enthusiast club, with the Feros Group’s head chef’s team taking top honours. The Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) is a near cult institution in the land of superbly slow-cooked meats, the American South. Riding the wave of popularity for this
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On 2 February, 1955, New South Wales enjoyed its first day of ‘late’ trading in hotels since 1916. The Herald reported “brisk” trade during the new trading hours up to 10pm, and a grateful, diverse demographic of patrons enjoying the opportunity for hospitality in the evening. The Newport Hotel – aka the Newport Arms, and
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Hotelier David Kingston is closing his troubled Beachcomber Hotel, blaming local clubs and ‘changing times’ for it being unprofitable. News Local reported that Kingston presented to Wyong Council last Wednesday, citing “a fundamental challenge with four large venues around us, including Wyong Leagues Club”. He is proposing to convert the 1.1 Ha lakefront site into
A Sydney publican is divesting his booming Surfer’s Paradise pub, as Queensland hotel assets greet a thirsty 2016 market. George Fleming has owned Melba’s on the Park for a number of years, and following its massive reinvigoration has determined to test the market for the top-performing tourist town hotel. Located just off the Gold Coast
Lion continues to drive opportunity in consumer insights, releasing new products and styles that tap the minds of Aussie beer drinkers. Last October Lion’s segment-leading James Squire brand launched its new Summer Ale – The Swindler – in venues nationally. Responding to the growing style, it has seen unprecedented success and today begins further distribution
A group of investors including publican Andrew Lazarus and entrepreneur Stuart King have launched a new $500 million pub fund. News has emerged that the unlisted Bondi Asset Management (BAM) has begun its portfolio acquisition with Lazarus’ Vauxhall Inn, in Granville. Currently #68 on the OLGR list of top gaming venues, The Australian reports its
One of the country’s busiest pub groups has revealed plans for a massive redevelopment of its “County Bondi” landmark. The Cock n Bull – aka the Grand Hotel – could see a medium-rise development in Iris’ trademark style, with retail, accommodation and residential space slated to join the prominent corner pub. A Development Application to
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