Jane Louise, Author at PubTIC

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

HARRINGTON COMMUNITY DUCK RACE MAKES A SPLASH

Posted on May 8th, 2026 by Jane Louise

Following the success of the Harrington Hotel’s Australia Day celebrations, Hunt Hospitality identified an opportunity to further strengthen community engagement through another major event at the popular venue. The Australia Day program had attracted record attendance, with activities such as

VICTORIAN PUBS UNITE FOR FIRST-EVER MATES DAY

Posted on May 6th, 2026 by Jane Louise

Over 250 Victorian venues will be stepping up this Friday, 8 May, to participate in the inaugural ‘Mates Day @ Your Local’, an initiative driven by the Australian Hotels Association Victoria (AHA (Vic)). Mates Day @ Your Local aims to

HISTORIC PORT ADELAIDE PUB CLOSES FOR WINTER

Posted on May 4th, 2026 by Jane Louise

A well-known historic pub in Port Adelaide has shut for the winter, with its owners saying the current economic climate has made it too difficult to keep operating. Adam Vonthethoff, co-owner of Port and Vine, said the decision came after