Jane Louise, Author at PubTIC

PUBS ARE THE CRITICAL THIRD PLACE

Posted on July 22nd, 2026 by Jane Louise

On any given fortnight, one of Sydney's inner-west pubs transforms into something unexpected. The beers are still flowing, but it's glue sticks, patterned paper and bursts of laughter that take centre stage as strangers gather around to create, chat and

REGIONAL BREWERY LATEST CASUALTY OF HOSPITALITY SQUEEZE

Posted on July 20th, 2026 by Jane Louise

Regional Victorian brewery King River Brewing has shut the doors to its taproom, becoming the latest hospitality business forced to scale back as operators continue to battle mounting costs and softer consumer spending. The King Valley brewery announced the immediate

HERITAGE HOTEL OPPORTUNITY IN CLARE VALLEY

Posted on July 17th, 2026 by Jane Louise

An hour and a half from Adelaide in the Clare Valley wine region lies the iconic Magpie and Stump Hotel, recently listed for sale. The hotel has been owned by couple Amanda and Paul Henry for the last eight years,

NEW SUPER RULES COULD CATCH VENUES BY SURPRISE

Posted on July 15th, 2026 by Jane Louise

Live entertainment is a regular feature in many pubs and clubs, with venues engaging musicians, DJs, comedians, MCs and other performers throughout the year. While many of these engagements are made with contractors who provide an ABN, that does not

ANONYMOUS FLYERS TARGET ICONIC BALMAIN PUB

Posted on July 13th, 2026 by Jane Louise

The reopening of one of Sydney's oldest pubs has reignited a long-running debate over the place of historic hotels in increasingly residential inner-city neighbourhoods. Balmain's Dry Dock Hotel, a heritage-listed venue that first opened in 1867, has become the focus

PUBS CHARGING AHEAD

Posted on July 10th, 2026 by Jane Louise

As Australia's electric vehicle ownership continues to grow, venues such as pubs are emerging as a logical addition to the country's expanding charging network. While major retail centres have led the rollout to date, the next phase will increasingly rely

WINTER EXPERIENCES BOOST PUB APPEAL

Posted on July 8th, 2026 by Jane Louise

As hospitality venues continue to compete for guest attention, creating reasons for customers to stay longer and return more often has become just as important as the food and beverage offering itself. Rather than relying solely on traditional pub trade,

LANCELIN COMMUNITY RALLIES TO SAVE ICONIC PUB

Posted on July 6th, 2026 by Jane Louise

Residents of the coastal town of Lancelin have decided to take action themselves as ongoing beach erosion threatens one of the community's most recognisable landmarks. Located about 125 kilometres north of Perth, the popular holiday destination has seen its main

COMMERCIAL DISPUTE ENDS 20-YEAR TAB PARTNERSHIP

Posted on July 3rd, 2026 by Jane Louise

Following Tabcorp’s (TAB) revision of retail wagering, many operators are now reconsidering their position with TAB. One significant failed relationship with TAB is the Comiskey Group, ending after twenty years. The Group’s previous agreement expired on 30 June this year,

SWIFT SALE FOR ICONIC MALPASS HOTEL

Posted on July 1st, 2026 by Jane Louise

An iconic North Queensland pub has changed hands just two weeks after hitting the market, with the Malpass Hotel snapped up by the owner-operators of Townsville Brewing Co, the Bredhauer family. Located on a prominent 4,292sqm corner site along the