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. As specified, restrictions in metropolitan Melbourne have now lifted. There are no longer restrictions on […]
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 never give up fighting “the tyrants and evil that threaten our very own freedoms and
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 stages: 70% full vaccination target – expected to be reached Monday, 11 October 80% full
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 about by the pandemic, Justin Hemmes’ Merivale was one of many hospitality operators to transform
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. It is a product of classic photographs by Josh Robenstone, Amanda Fordyce and Lyne Burdekin,
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 customers, but society itself is becoming increasingly aware of the damage that can be done
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 an apology that has been signed by more than 1,500 people. “There is nothing funny
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 do the only thing that will save many pubs, restaurants, bars and cafes, which is
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 across the country, the UK government announced that pubs and bars are no longer subject
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 promotion offering a free drink to locals who get the jab at the pop-up vaccination
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