Burgeoning pub powerhouse Virtical has begun its transformation of the stalwart Republic Hotel in the Sydney CBD, ushering in a new level of sophistication in the opening of the on-trend INNA Lounge. Originally a single-storey pub, the Republic has stood on the city site since 1865, evolving over time into the four-level landmark it […]
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 overseas acts as well as supporting up-and-coming artists. The beloved Melbourne venue turned to social
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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 to zero waste, without compromise on quality. The revolutionary bar, which has found itself on
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. The Magpie pays homage to the 80s-style Aussie sports pub and was inspired by former
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 80 new staff (known as ‘Motherfunners’) across the multiple function rooms, themed bars, minigolf course,
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Newcastle seaside icon the Beach Hotel has officially reopened, following an extensive and inspired restoration. Located in the heart of Merewether, the hotel was founded in the 1890s and the current building constructed by Tooth & Co in 1939 – now “steeped in sun, salt and community spirit”. Hotelier Glenn Piper grew up spending summers
After triumphantly ending five years in the dark in late 2023, the historic Edinburgh Castle has closed again in the hands of receivers. Ending much anticipation in the southern suburbs of Adelaide, the Castle reopened in December under new operators Jatin Malhotra and Rohit Kapur. Around half-a-million was spent sprucing up the fit-out in preparation,
AVC has advanced its position in the Sunbury locality, unveiling its multi-million-dollar renovation of the Ball Court Hotel, designed with the entire community in mind. The group bought the pub in Sunbury, around 40 kilometres north-west of the Melbourne CBD, in late 2021. Applying its trademark investment strategy, Australian Venue Co (AVC) re-opened the pub
The beating heart of Bendigo hospitality has bid a sad but memorable farewell at the White Horse Hotel, as long-time owners Brad and Sheridan Warren reluctantly succumb to the pressures of family illness. Located on Eaglehawk Road in the city’s California Gully, the White Horse has been the work of the Warrens, parents to Elijah
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Teddy’s Bar has quietly opened at the Warren View Hotel, promising an exclusive and picturesque experience reminiscent of the prohibition era, with a “touch of mystery”. Located discretely above the Hotel, the new Bar is a nod to the days of the speakeasy, offering a carefully curated environment that transports patrons to a time when
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