WHAT BUDGET 2023 MEANS FOR PUBS

The Albanese government and Treasurer Jim Chalmers have handed down the Budget for 2023, bringing economic prudence in the wake of the pandemic, and positives for employment and hospitality. The government expects economic growth to slow from 3.25 per cent

ALH POSTS STRONG RESULTS AMID CONTINUED INVESTMENT

Endeavour has posted what it describes as a “solid” performance for the quarter, seeing stability across pubs and retail, and continued investment in the pursuit of patronage. The ASX-listed Endeavour (EDG) released its FY23 Q3 financials in the past week,

DE BORTOLI EXPANDS AWARDED WOODFIRED RANGE

On-premise specialist De Bortoli Wines is expanding its multi-award-winning Woodfired range to meet continued consumer expectations. Following the success of the Heathcote varietals of Shiraz, Sparkling Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, comes Heathcote Grenache. The range is said to encapsulate the

BONDI BEACHFRONT HOTEL FOR SALE

A rare pub sale has begun on the iconic Bondi beachfront, as Point Group look to divest their operation of the Greek-themed Topikos – one of only four hotels fronting the world-famous strip. Topikos is on street level at 180

AVC PAYING CUSTOMERS TO SUP IN SECRET

Australian Venue Co is recruiting a small army of pub-goers to join their Secret Sipper Club, tasked with visiting venues across the country and getting paid to mystery shop. The Secret Sipper mission is simple: visit assigned AVC pubs and

MAN MURDERED OUTSIDE SALE PUB

Homicide detectives have charged a man over the murder of another man stabbed outside a Victorian pub with his wife, after a celebration. Clint Allen, aged 38, was with a group of people including his wife, Bek, for the occasion

DRINKWISE KICKS OFF PROGRAM ON MODERATION AND HELP

DrinkWise and key Queensland stakeholders including the QHA have launched a new initiative to remind patrons about the importance of moderating alcohol consumption and always being respectful. The Always Respect initiative aims to clearly set expectations around acceptable behaviour in

PIPER TO DRIVE GROWTH PLANS IN COMMODORE

Glenn Piper has added another icon to the collection, sailing into the Commodore Hotel of McMahon’s point for around $29 million, following an invitation-only sale process. John Azar’s Good Beer Company acquired the Hotel mid-2019 for around $18 million from

QUINN LOOKS TO BANK IN MAITLAND

Nic Quinn has listed his East Maitland Bank, as he moves to focus on other interests in the growing portfolio. Found just off the New England Highway, on a 2,346sqm block, the Bank Hotel provides a public bar, bistro, gaming

TABCORP AND HOTEL CHARGED OVER UNDERAGE GAMING

Victoria’s regulator has hit Tabcorp and the Preston Hotel with multiple charges and launched a wider investigation over reports of minors being allowed to gamble. The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) alleges staff at the Preston Hotel allowed