As the timeline for pubs resuming trade comes into focus, many operators are considering how to approach the operation of gaming rooms in a post-pandemic world. Perhaps more important even than the guidelines dictated by the Federal and state governments is the sentiment of people that have been sheltering from a deadly virus, and their […]
A new service allowing pub patrons to order food and drinks from their table heralds the next trend in convenience, while leveraging advantages for venues. The web-based technology comes from OrderUp!, founded by John Saadie, which has begun deploying across Australia. As an online platform, the system requires no infrastructure or hardware from the venue
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Leading human resource and payroll software and services provider Ascender has announced partnership with “flexible pay provider” Earnd to offer Australian businesses and employees the benefits of accessing wages as they are earned. More than 700,000 Australian employees are already paid through Ascender’s payroll platform. The new Earnd functionality can help avoid financial stresses,
McCain has released two new chip products into its premium portfolio for commercial foodservice, addressing consumer feedback and evolving preferences. A research study by McCain in 2018 found customers say the most important elements of the perfect chip are: crispiness, crunchiness and seasoning. This insight has prompted McCain Edge Cut Fries, which are selected and
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
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
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