Jane Louise

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ALH’S IRISH FINNEGANS MAJOR REBRAND INTO THE CONDO

Posted on December 12th, 2025 by Jane Louise
After almost thirty years, Australian Leisure & Hospitality’s (ALH) Irish Finnegans in Townsville has received a multi-million-dollar renovation, including a name change and updated identity. The pub, built in 1998, is now known as The Condo Hotel, to broaden its

VENUES FAILING LOW-VISION ATTENDEES

Posted on December 10th, 2025 by Jane Louise
Vision Australia reports that many people with low vision often receive poor treatment from venue staff and security, with focus group data showing attendees often leave events early – if they attend at all. While those in the focus group

VGCCC HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR VIGILANCE AFTER SELF-EXCLUSION FAILURE

Posted on December 8th, 2025 by Jane Louise
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) advised regional venues this week to be extra vigilant over the upcoming holiday period in preventing self-excluded patrons from entering a gaming machine area. Gambling providers have a duty of care for

PREMIER BACKS TOUGHER LAWS AFTER PUB CRIME SURGE

Posted on December 5th, 2025 by Jane Louise
Following State and national Australian Hotels Association (AHA) president David Basheer’s address at his popular pre-Christmas lunch on Tuesday, South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas has conceded more needs to be done to address the scourge of violent gang crime and

MORETON HOSPITALITY UNVEILS REVAMPED STRADDIE

Posted on December 3rd, 2025 by Jane Louise
Moreton Hospitality’s The Beach Hotel, on Stradbroke Island, has reopened its doors following a transformative and innovative renovation. The pub, known as ‘Straddie Hotel’ on socials, has renewed its focus on sustainability, community and exceptional experiences for guests, integrating the

STRONGER SANCTIONS IN NEW NSW VIBRANCY LAWS

Posted on December 1st, 2025 by Jane Louise
The third phase of the Vibrancy reforms were passed in the New South Wales Parliament in November to continue support of the music and cultural sector and the state’s night-time economy. The Vibrancy reforms, which first came into effect in

HERO OF WATERLOO HONOURS 98-YEAR-OLD JAZZ ICON

Posted on November 28th, 2025 by Jane Louise
One of Sydney’s oldest pubs, the Hero of Waterloo Hotel has immortalised long-term resident musician Valda Marshall in a life-sized portrait, unveiled at a recent gala ceremony. Owner Kazuko Nelson, widow of previous owner Ivan Nelson, wanted to ensure future

NEW FRAMEWORK TO HELP BUSINESSES ADOPT AI SAFELY

Posted on November 24th, 2025 by Jane Louise
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources is assisting Australian businesses in responsibly adopting artificial intelligence (AI) through the launch of a new guide. The Guidance for AI Adoption, released in October this year, presents six core practices to ensure

HISTORIC RURAL HOTEL REOPENS AFTER NEARLY A DECADE

Posted on November 24th, 2025 by Jane Louise
The Cordalba Commercial Hotel, a rural pub 13 kilometres north-west of Childers, Queensland, reopened this week after almost a decade in the dark. On 22 November locals converged on the much-missed Queen Street pub to celebrate its much-needed return. Previous