Pub Relations

VICTORIA RE-EMERGES AS VAX RULES CLARIFIED

Posted on October 22nd, 2021 by Clyde Mooney
Melbourne returns to life today after 77 days of its sixth lockdown, encountering some confusion over the COVID rules on vaccination. This week Victoria surpassed 70 per cent of people over 16 having received two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

CALEDONIAN FALLS ON THE COVID SWORD

Posted on October 18th, 2021 by Clyde Mooney
The licensee and employees of the self-proclaimed “freedom” Caledonian Hotel have been repeatedly fined and the pub now closed for breaching public health orders. In a post on social media more than a week ago, the Singleton pub vowed to

ARE YOU READY TO REOPEN?

Posted on October 6th, 2021 by Clyde Mooney
Locked down pubs are preparing to burst open again and details are coming into focus on what operators need to know to prepare their business. The NSW Government has issued a guide to getting back to business, outlining the coming 3

COUNCIL THREATEN U-TURN ON OUTDOOR AREA

Posted on October 6th, 2021 by Clyde Mooney
Merivale’s Vic on the Park is facing an about-face by Council, which is threatening to kill off its immensely popular COVID-response beer garden, in the former carpark. In response to encouragement to creating outdoor dining spaces to improve conditions brought

CUB’S STIRRING ODE TO THE PUB

Posted on September 29th, 2021 by Clyde Mooney
Carlton & United Breweries has launched a campaign in support of pubs, reminding Australians of everything they’ve missed at their beloved watering holes. The ads focus on the things Aussies love about the pub, and their vital role in communities.

COURT RULING MAJOR IMPLICATIONS FOR BUSINESSES

Posted on September 20th, 2021 by Clyde Mooney
A ruling by the High Court has major implications for businesses with social media presence, making them responsible for potentially defamatory comments made by the public. Social media has revolutionised the ability for public-facing businesses to communicate with current and potential

SPORTIES’ RED CARD OVER POOR TASTE SIGN

Posted on September 13th, 2021 by Clyde Mooney
Nick Daking – pub owner and local councillor – has faced harsh criticism for a dirty joke chalkboard sign outside his Sporties Hotel. The sign (below) was displayed last Friday, and quickly caused a stir, sparking a petition calling for

HOSPO CALLS TO ‘PUT A JAB ON THE MENU’

Posted on August 23rd, 2021 by Clyde Mooney
Some of the biggest names in hospitality have teamed up to implore Aussies to ‘Put A Jab on the Menu’ to help the industry get healthy again. The national Put A Jab on the Menu campaign is promoting people to

COPING WITH COVID: DO WE NEED A RETHINK

Posted on July 26th, 2021 by Clyde Mooney
Australia is facing a crossroads in the path out of COVID, with an increasing voice calling for a review of the policies in light of an evolving virus and global outlook. Last week, following the end of a fifth lockdown

TGA SAYS OK TO FREE DRINKS FOR THE VACCINATED

Posted on July 19th, 2021 by Clyde Mooney
Australia’s health watchdog, the TGA, has reversed its order banning free alcohol as an incentive for people to get the COVID-19 vaccine, paving the way for beer-inspired shots in the arm. In early July, the Prince Alfred Hotel announced a