Public Opinion

MERIVALE BOOTED FROM GOOD FOOD GUIDE

Posted on October 10th, 2025 by Clyde Mooney
A war of attrition is escalating between Hemmes’ hospitality juggernaut Merivale and media empire Nine Entertainment, as editorialising and accusations evolve into actions with potential. For years the Sydney Morning Herald has enjoyed the click-generating dichotomy of championing Hemmes as

CHEERS TO BEING A GOOD NEIGHBOUR

Posted on August 22nd, 2025 by Jane Louise
For pubs, building positive relationships with neighbours is vital. Liquor Control Victoria (LCV) says that keeping in touch, with open and respectful communication, can prevent issues before they escalate. Listening to concerns, taking complaints seriously and responding quickly can deescalate

CALL FOR VIC PUBS TO HELP SHAPE HOSPITALITY’S FUTURE

Posted on August 13th, 2025 by Jane Louise
All Victorian hospitality venues are being called upon to assist the Australian Hotels Association (Vic) (AHA Vic) in its new statewide patron survey. The first of its kind, ‘The Great Victorian Pub Survey’ will help Victorian pubs better understand their

TOP REASONS TO VISIT THE PUB: RESEARCH

Posted on June 6th, 2025 by Clyde Mooney
Consumer research out of the UK has homed in on the key factors people believe make for a great pub experience, offering insights for operators looking to increase stays and spend. The research identified distinct features that are seen as

AVC ROCK THE FLEET

Posted on December 2nd, 2024 by Clyde Mooney
Australian Venue Co has made the controversial decision to not do Australia Day celebrations at all of its 200-odd pubs around the country, and nationalistic pundits are not impressed. Australia Day on 26 January is commemoration of the day that

NIMBYS TUT-TUT AT TOTTI’S

Posted on November 6th, 2024 by Clyde Mooney
Having witnessed their historic local the 3 Weeds blossom again, residents of Rozelle are now complaining about the success and popularity of the Merivale-reinvented pub on the insular peninsula. Long known as the Rose Shamrock & Thistle Hotel, the beloved

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

COUNCIL ORDERS DEMOLISHED CROOKED HOUSE BE REBUILT

Posted on March 4th, 2024 by Clyde Mooney
The twisted tale of the arson and demolition of Britain’s ‘wonkiest pub’ last year has taken another twist, with the owners ordered to rebuild it back to how it was. Originally constructed in 1765 as a farmhouse, the structure had

WOOLSHED SLAPPED FOR BRA-BASED DRINKS PROMO

Posted on October 25th, 2023 by Clyde Mooney
A popular Adelaide hotel has been shamed and issued breaches over a promotion offering free drinks to women in exchange for their bras. The nightclub of the Woolshed on Hindley St began promotion in June of an event dubbed ‘Hang

CAMDEN VALLEY INN’S NEW MENU – FED ON FEEDBACK

Posted on May 12th, 2023 by Clyde Mooney
The landmark Camden Valley Inn has unveiled a new menu that was completely curated by customer feedback. The chef and marketing departments sent out a survey to members of the beloved south-western Sydney pub, aiming to understand the changing needs