A new glassware is riding the consumer wave against single-use plastic straws with innovative technology for a simple solution. Wave Glassware creators are inspired by and have teamed up with advocacy group The Last Straw, which notes “the first plastic straw you ever used will be around long after you are gone”. Australians use more […]
Local Area Marketing gurus Ian Jackson and Dan Regan have launched WhatWorxs, bringing advanced automation to marketing activities for pub groups. WhatWorxs is a secure cloud-based portal that automates routine marketing activities. It allows a head office and multiple sites to share, create and distribute marketing materials across the entire mix of applications. It stores
A long-time hotelier has branched out, bringing a new generation of phone chargers for pubs, to entice those extra minutes and educate patrons on house promos. Anthony White boasts 29 years of pub and club management in Melbourne, working venues such as Geebung Polo Club, The Mentone and Hotel Barkly. A recent trip to Hong
Diageo has streamlined its vast portfolio, peeling off 19 brands in a massive deal to American independent Sazarac to focus its resources and returns. UK-based Diageo is one of the world’s largest drinks companies, with segment-leading brands across spirits and beer categories, sold in more than 180 countries. It has announced a $550 million deal
Attractive staff uniforms are a major consideration for employment by millennials and preferred by most of the population, according to a study by YouGov Galaxy. Melbourne-based uniform company Cargo Crew commissioned the wide-ranging survey by YouGov, which found a modern, stylish uniform was key to young workers. One in four would only apply at a
Polishoe is an innovative kiosk-style product offering customers a free three-step shoe polish in just under two minutes, as they watch instructions and a few ads. The stand-alone machine features a place to put the shoe being polished, beneath a 32-inch screen. It requires little space, taking up 52 x 62 cm, and needs standard
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Building on a decade’s experience, hospitality platform The Happiest Hour has launched version 2.0, attacking the challenge for venues to attract and retain patrons. Since its launch, The Happiest Hour (THH) has accumulated over 2,400 participating pub venues across Australia, including some of the biggest names in pub groups, such as Solotel and Aus Venue
Top-selling coffee liqueur Kahlua has launched Espresso Martini on Tap, producing a perfect cocktail in just 10 seconds. Kahlua is the number one selling coffee liqueur in the world, and recognising the immense popularity of the Espresso Martini in Australia has released a draught version for pubs and bars in response to both consumer and
Media giant oOh! has launched a video display and wi-fi service for pubs called Bite TV, providing screens and internet at no cost to venues. Bite TV is a network of high-def screens in key locations such as behind the bar, showing viral video clips and breaking news the company says are “curated to spark
A US company has expanded into the liquor game by releasing a machine that prints text or images directly onto the head of a beer. Ripples launched with a machine that could print high-res images and any text onto the foam of a coffee. Following its success in cafés it has adapted to do the
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