GAMING FIGURES SHOW DEMAND EVEN WITHOUT SUPPLY

The latest gaming figures from ILGA speak to the argument that supply is not the key factor in the proliferation of gaming – with revenue rising as machine numbers fall. The 2014-15 report into gaming in NSW by the Independent

KINGS CROSS BRAWLS BETWEEN ‘LOCKED OUT’ PATRONS

A cluster of ‘incidents’ on the streets of Kings Cross on Saturday night are further evidence the baneful lockout laws have done little to address actual problems. Initial reports suggest a party tour bus arrived in the area, with occupants

OXFORD ST ICON RE-OPENS AFTER REQUISITE RE-THINK

The new-look smarter Oxford Hotel has burst back to life, with a vibrant décor and all-welcome attitude. Having felt the sting of a 1:30 curfew on the traditional late-night patron base in the Oxford Street party precinct, the landmark heritage-listed

GUILDFORD HOTEL WINS OUT IN CRUCIAL DEVELOPMENT BATTLE

Guildford’s historic hotel is again destined for glory, after a surprise decision reinstated a development proposal that will make the massive restoration possible. The 1886-built pub in WA’s Guildford was destroyed by a fire in 2008 and languished until developer

COLLAROY SUCCESS CENTRAL TO REVIVED NORTHERN BEACHES

Mitchell and Ben Waugh’s Public House Management Group (PHMG) celebrated a successful first year at The Collaroy on Friday night, as the Beaches shine and the venue seeks industry fame tomorrow. It seemed as though a considerable portion of Northern

NEW PUB GROUP BRINGS ‘GOODTIME’ TO PETERSHAM VILLAGE

A newly-formed operation has taken over and repositioned the (former) White Cockatoo, tapping straight into the demanding inner-west market. The partnership between Dr James Bodel and Locky Paech began, like most good things, in a pub. Upon meeting mid-2014, the

LIQUOR REGULATORS CONTINUE TO IMPROVE THEIR GAME

The New South Wales and Victorian regulators continue progression toward “integrated organisation[s]” – including a review of NSW’s infamous ‘3 Strikes’ scheme. The Office of Liquor, Gaming & Racing in NSW (OLGR) is seeking feedback on the Three Strikes Disciplinary

SALISBURY SALE HERALDS BIG PLANS IN STANMORE

An investment fund has snapped up Stanmore’s Salisbury Hotel, boasting some of the strongest opportunity seen in a year of competitive real estate transactions. The three-level freehold on the outskirts of Sydney sold less than 48 hours after its national

AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE LAUD BEST OF THE WEST

Western Australia’s hospitality elite assembled on Monday night to crown the year’s best and brightest, in a State that must work harder for the patron dollar. Over 1100 guests attended the Lion Gala Ball at Crown Perth, as the Australian