On 2 February, 1955, New South Wales enjoyed its first day of ‘late’ trading in hotels since 1916. The Herald reported “brisk” trade during the new trading hours up to 10pm, and a grateful, diverse demographic of patrons enjoying the opportunity for hospitality in the evening. The Newport Hotel – aka the Newport Arms, and […]
HISTORY REFLECTS ADVANCING NEED FOR ‘ADULT’ ATTRACTIONS Read More »
Hotelier David Kingston is closing his troubled Beachcomber Hotel, blaming local clubs and ‘changing times’ for it being unprofitable. News Local reported that Kingston presented to Wyong Council last Wednesday, citing “a fundamental challenge with four large venues around us, including Wyong Leagues Club”. He is proposing to convert the 1.1 Ha lakefront site into
A Sydney publican is divesting his booming Surfer’s Paradise pub, as Queensland hotel assets greet a thirsty 2016 market. George Fleming has owned Melba’s on the Park for a number of years, and following its massive reinvigoration has determined to test the market for the top-performing tourist town hotel. Located just off the Gold Coast
Lion continues to drive opportunity in consumer insights, releasing new products and styles that tap the minds of Aussie beer drinkers. Last October Lion’s segment-leading James Squire brand launched its new Summer Ale – The Swindler – in venues nationally. Responding to the growing style, it has seen unprecedented success and today begins further distribution
A group of investors including publican Andrew Lazarus and entrepreneur Stuart King have launched a new $500 million pub fund. News has emerged that the unlisted Bondi Asset Management (BAM) has begun its portfolio acquisition with Lazarus’ Vauxhall Inn, in Granville. Currently #68 on the OLGR list of top gaming venues, The Australian reports its
One of the country’s busiest pub groups has revealed plans for a massive redevelopment of its “County Bondi” landmark. The Cock n Bull – aka the Grand Hotel – could see a medium-rise development in Iris’ trademark style, with retail, accommodation and residential space slated to join the prominent corner pub. A Development Application to
IRIS GROUP’S LANDMARK BONDI HOTEL SET FOR $17m MAKEOVER Read More »
As the Sunshine State property market continues to heat up, the popular Surfair Beach Hotel is testing the waters. Like the other eastern States, Queensland is experiencing major development, particularly in areas that benefit from the booming tourism industry and low Australian dollar. Amid the opportunity, sources told PubTIC the private local owner of Marcoola’s
SURFAIR’S UP AS SUNSHINE PROPERTY GROWTH CONTINUES Read More »
Australia Day saw the countdown of the iconic Triple J Hottest 100, and the 2016 instalment of the increasingly essential GABS Hottest 100 list of craft beers in Australia. The diverse list is a window into the ever-changing preferences of consumers, bridging flavour bombs and easy-drinking, newcomers and commercial successes. Organisers of the Great Australian
GABS HOTTEST 100 BEER LIST FOR 2016 SHOWS ‘EVOLVING’ TASTES Read More »
The Gaming Technologies Association has announced dates for this year’s Australasian Gaming Expo, which is set to be yet again one of the world’s largest gaming technology events. Set to showcase over 200 exhibitors across 17,000+ square metres of the Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island, the 2016 Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE) will take place
In a few weeks Queensland’s government will put forward proposals for State-wide lockouts and trade restrictions – despite mounting evidence and calls to not cripple the hospitality industry. A travelling parliamentary committee is conducting hearings into the upcoming legislation proposal, visiting an array of precincts such as Cairns, Townsville, the Gold Coast and Brisbane. Reports
LEGAL COMMITTEE HEARS WIDE-SPREAD CONDEMNATION FOR LOCKOUT LAWS Read More »
A product of The Information Collective
ACN. 603 201 109
ABN. 21 603 201 109
