Jane Louise, Author at PubTIC

NEW OWNERS REVIVE ORANGE’S LORD ANSON HOTEL

Posted on June 1st, 2026 by Jane Louise

Following its closure two years ago, the Lord Anson Hotel in Orange has received a renovation and has now reopened the doors thanks to new owners Ray Kharel and Kiran Pandey. A handsome, historic two-storey hotel, it sits proudly on

AUSSIE PUBS HOST ‘BEER AND BRAID’ CLASSES FOR HANDS-ON DADS

Posted on May 29th, 2026 by Jane Louise

From Dubbo to Davenport, dads are mastering the art of hairstyles over a beer or two as ‘beer and braid’ style workshops increase in popularity in Australian pubs. Aiming to get dads more involved in their children’s routines, workshops are

AVC REVEALS MAJOR GLOW-UPS ON TWO ICONIC QUEENSLANDERS

Posted on May 27th, 2026 by Jane Louise

Australian Venue Co (AVC) has recently re-opened two more of its pubs following further investment into major renovations. Townsville’s Hotel Allen and Maroochydore’s The Sands Tavern have both received stunning glow-ups yet remain true to their roots as accessible community

SYDNEY MEGAPUB THE FLYNN UNVEILS LUXE NEW LOOK

Posted on May 25th, 2026 by Jane Louise

Sydney CBD megapub The Flynn reopened last month following a $2 million-plus renovation by Marcus Levy’s rebranded outfit. The pub is part of hospitality group East Coast Collective, formerly Marvan Hotels, headed by Levy and group general manager Josh Green

GOLD FM LAUNCHES ‘SAVE OUR PUB’

Posted on May 22nd, 2026 by Jane Louise

Across Australia, local pubs continue to play a vital role in bringing communities together. From country towns to city suburbs, they’re the places where stories are shared, friendships are formed and milestones are celebrated. As these venues navigate changing habits

BALMAIN ROZELLE PUB TRAIL CELEBRATES LOCAL HISTORY

Posted on May 20th, 2026 by Jane Louise

The Balmain Rozelle peninsula is inviting locals and visitors to rediscover one of Australia’s most historic pub districts this winter through the Balmain Rozelle Heritage Pub Trail. The self-guided trail connects twenty heritage venues across a walkable three kilometre stretch,

HOW PUBS ARE RETHINKING BOOSTING TRADE

Posted on May 18th, 2026 by Jane Louise

While Fridays and Saturdays generate the lion’s share of revenue for most pubs, for many venues those two nights alone no longer cover the rising cost of doing business. To stay viable, operators need the rest of the week to

LAUNDY’S MOTHER’S DAY FUNDRAISER TOPS $80K

Posted on May 15th, 2026 by Jane Louise

Laundy Hotels has contributed more than $80K to the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation following two large-scale Mother’s Day fundraising efforts designed to support research and increase awareness around the disease. This year, the group transformed one of the industry’s busiest

HURLEY’S HOTEL PANORAMA SET TO REDEFINE ADELAIDE’S SOUTH

Posted on May 13th, 2026 by Jane Louise

Hurley Group’s Hotel Panorama officially opened this week, kick-starting substantial economic value for South Australia’s tourism and hospitality industries. Creating over 150 ongoing roles across gaming, food and beverage, events and management, and accommodation, the development of the former TAFE

L&GNSW ENERGISING REGIONAL HOSPITALITY

Posted on May 11th, 2026 by Jane Louise

Venues in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales have been the latest to benefit from visits by Liquor & Gaming NSW’s (L&GNSW) Hospitality Concierge staff as part of its regional engagement strategy. The visits are designed to provide