Jane Louise, Author at PubTIC

POTATOES HOT PROPERTY AS PRODUCTION VALUE SURPASSES $1 BILLION

Posted on April 3rd, 2024 by Jane Louise

Australia first became aware of a potential hot chip shortage back in November 2022, when a combination of mounting production costs, international events and weather events led to the predicted shortage in January 2023. Potato farming is spread across the

DA MAY MEAN CURTAINS FOR ANOTHER MUSIC VENUE

Posted on March 27th, 2024 by Jane Louise

On the heels of the loss of Melbourne pub The Bendigo Hotel, beloved Adelaide rock venue the Crown & Anchor’s future is in now doubt after a Singapore-based developer lodged plans for a partial demolition and adaptive reuse of the

NEW RULES FOR SHORT-TERM ACCOMMODATION PROVIDERS

Posted on March 25th, 2024 by Jane Louise

In tourism hot spots across Australia, homelessness is on the rise. A recent NSW Planning Department discussion paper on the rental market showed that since 2019, rents have increased by 38 per cent, and as of December 2023 in Greater

ANOTHER ICON CLOSES IN THE WAKE OF ECONOMIC HARDSHIP

Posted on March 22nd, 2024 by Jane Louise

Another Melbourne venue is set to close this month despite unwavering support from locals. Iconic music venue the Bendigo Hotel, also known as ‘The Bendi’, has been at the heart of Melbourne’s metal scene for the last 14 years, hosting

SYDNEY’S FIRST SUSTAINABLE BAR FINDS NEW HOME

Posted on March 15th, 2024 by Jane Louise

A new collaboration has ensured one-of-a-kind Sydney venue Re will continue its pioneering efforts in sustainability. Re, which was established in 2021 in South Eveleigh, Sydney, announced its closure in February this year. Re is known for its strong commitment

TINY PUB PACKS A PUNCH

Posted on March 11th, 2024 by Jane Louise

Sydney’s Inner West can now boast having one of the smallest stand-alone sports pubs in Australia. Sandwiched between Russo & Russo and the Trocadero Room on Enmore Road, Enmore, sits The Magpie, a tiny sports pub seating around 30 people.

AUSSIES HELP THE OASIS HELP TRUCKIES DOING IT TOUGH

Posted on February 26th, 2024 by Jane Louise

A remote Aussie pub 160 kilometres west of Charters Towers in North Queensland has grabbed attention from people all over Australia, thanks to one social media post. Oasis Exchange Hotel publican Priscilla Meli did not expect the huge response to

FUNLAB BRINGS ‘HIJINX’ AND HOLEY MOLEY TO THE ACT

Posted on February 23rd, 2024 by Jane Louise

Funlab brands Holey Moley and Hijinx Hotel are at it again, this time opening in the Canberra Centre, Canberra, on 5 April. These brands are designed to be more than a typical pub or restaurant. The two venues will employ

PUBS ARE HOT TARGETS FOR CYBER CRIME

Posted on January 24th, 2024 by Jane Louise

Cyber crime is a growing concern around the world, with malicious cyber activity a genuine risk to Australian businesses. By global standards, Australia is a wealthy country, making it a target for hackers. Australia is consistently ranked in the top