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FROM FOOTY TIPS TO FARM AID: ALH DOUBLES DOWN

Posted on February 9th, 2026 by Jane Louise
Australian Leisure & Hospitality Group (ALH) is not only looking to improve the pubgoer experience this year but will once again be meaningfully supporting the wider community. To improve the patron experience, ALH has created a strategic partnership with digital

REILLY GROUP FOSTERING A FRIEND IN GLEBE

Posted on December 24th, 2025 by Clyde Mooney
Ray Reilly’s growing partnership operation has brought the mateship back to the Friend in Hand, by focusing on the appeal for locals and on old-fashioned hospitality. The Friend In Hand (FIH) is one of Glebe’s oldest pubs, established 1857. For

VENUES FAILING LOW-VISION ATTENDEES

Posted on December 10th, 2025 by Jane Louise
Vision Australia reports that many people with low vision often receive poor treatment from venue staff and security, with focus group data showing attendees often leave events early – if they attend at all. While those in the focus group

STUDY QUANTIFIES SOCIAL VALUE OF LOCAL PUBS

Posted on October 1st, 2025 by Jane Louise
British pubs and publicans have been central to their local communities for centuries, providing a welcoming space that meets social needs and fosters strong community connections. Similarly, Australian pubs – especially in regional towns and suburbs – serve as important

PUBS INSTALLING PHONE BOXES FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Posted on June 30th, 2025 by Clyde Mooney
Coffs Hotels have joined the local Rotary and Australian charity DV Safe Phone to help collect unused mobile phones, for victims of domestic and family violence. DV Safe Phone collects, tests and repurposes discarded mobile phones, distributing them – with

PUBS THE PLACE TO STAVE OFF WINTER BLUES

Posted on June 27th, 2025 by Clyde Mooney
Research finds many people are affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), particularly in the colder months, and pubs can play a role in helping stave off the blues through socialising. According to physiatrist and University of Tasmania adjunct professor Dr

FUNLAB GEARS UP FOR RUGBY 2025

Posted on March 31st, 2025 by Clyde Mooney
Rugby Australia has announced innovative pub group Funlab as an official partner of Community Rugby for 2025, connecting fans and aligning brands. Funlab is a pioneer of ‘competitive socialising experiences’, with over 50 locations across Australia, New Zealand and the

COMMUNITY RALLIES TO SAVE ICONIC FOOTSCRAY

Posted on February 19th, 2025 by Jane Louise
The owners of one of Melbourne’s last old-style pubs have sent out an urgent call for help. The Footscray Hotel, which for years has helped its struggling community by providing both food and affordable accommodation, now needs a hand itself.