Jane Louise, Author at PubTIC

THE NEXT ROUND: WHAT VICTORIA’S ELECTION COULD MEAN FOR HOSPITALITY

Posted on August 5th, 2026 by Jane Louise

With the Victorian State Election due in November, pubs have opportunity to examine what each party is offering the hospitality sector. The incumbent Labor Government has continued to position itself as a major supporter of arts, culture and the night-time

WESTONS REVIVE FRIENDLY SOCIETIES

Posted on August 3rd, 2026 by Jane Louise

The fireplaces are burning again at inner Melbourne’s Friendly Societies Hotel, marking the return of one of the suburb's oldest pubs after almost two years sitting empty. Reopened in June by Leo Weston and his parents, Clare and Nathan, Friendly

SHEEP DOG TAPS NEWTOWN HOTEL FOR PBJ LAUNCH

Posted on July 31st, 2026 by Jane Louise

Sheep Dog is putting on-premise at the centre of the launch of its new Peanut Butter Jelly Whiskey, with a major consumer activation kicking off in August to drive trial and venue engagement. The campaign will see the brand take

AVC’S COOMERA LODGE ENTERS ACCOMMODATION MARKET

Posted on July 29th, 2026 by Jane Louise

Coomera Lodge Hotel is entering an exciting new chapter, with the popular northern Gold Coast pub set to open on-site accommodation for the first time from 10 August, when 24 self-contained cabins welcome guests. This follows and expands on the

SECOND GLADSTONE HOTEL RSA CASE PROMPTS FRESH SANCTION

Posted on July 27th, 2026 by Jane Louise

The NSW Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority (ILGA) has barred Gladstone Hotel manager Mark Keegan, finding he failed his responsibilities during a serious RSA breach involving a repeat intoxicated patron. The disciplinary action follows an investigation by Liquor & Gaming

INTERNATIONAL BEER DAY: A GLOBAL TOAST TO BEER

Posted on July 24th, 2026 by Jane Louise

There are few products that bring people together quite like beer. From the neighbourhood local pouring familiar favourites to craft breweries showcasing bold new flavours, beer remains at the heart of hospitality, connecting communities one schooner, pint and tasting paddle

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