STATE OF INDUSTRY REPORT: WHAT PATRONS AND INDUSTRY WANT
The inaugural State of the Industry Report (SIR) has been unveiled by the Australian Hotels Association (Vic), citing extensive research on what consumers want from pubs and society. The SIR outlines the social and economic contribution of pubs and hotels
VENUES FAILING LOW-VISION ATTENDEES
Vision Australia reports that many people with low vision often receive poor treatment from venue staff and security, with focus group data showing attendees often leave events early – if they attend at all. While those in the focus group
ARTEMUS AND FELONS’ MORE AT MANLY WHARF
Felons has finalised its harbourside home at Manly Wharf, marking the milestone of its broad offering brew-pub in a three-day celebration. One of Australia’s most innovative Brewing Co’s, the opening of Felons Barrel Room and installation of its new onsite
SMITHS STEPPING DOWN FROM AMERICAN
A “rare and distinguished” freehold operation is being sold by long-timers, offering the picturesque American Hotel in popular Creswick. The Hotel boasts a rich history, established in 1858 it is a beautifully maintained heritage building dripping with period charm, enhanced
VGCCC HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR VIGILANCE AFTER SELF-EXCLUSION FAILURE
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) advised regional venues this week to be extra vigilant over the upcoming holiday period in preventing self-excluded patrons from entering a gaming machine area. Gambling providers have a duty of care for
FLOWER PASSES LONG FLAT IN BELATED RETURN FOR BROTHERS
Veteran hotelier Alistair Flower has relinquished his Long Flat Pub to high-flying newcomers Stephen and Scott McMillan, in a return to the country a century in the making. Flower Hotels, led by Port Macquarie hotelier Alistair Flower, acquired the hotel
HARVEST LAUNCHES INCOME FUND FOR NEW INVESTORS
Harvest Hospitality has begun its next stage in expansion with the launch of its latest investment vehicle, the Harvest Hospitality Income Fund (HHIF). HHIF is an open-ended fund intended to deliver consistent, sustainable cash distributions, underpinned by capital growth. It
PREMIER BACKS TOUGHER LAWS AFTER PUB CRIME SURGE
Following State and national Australian Hotels Association (AHA) president David Basheer’s address at his popular pre-Christmas lunch on Tuesday, South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas has conceded more needs to be done to address the scourge of violent gang crime and
SYDNEY JOINS VIBRANCY VIBE
City of Sydney Council has boarded the vibrancy train, heralding the loosening of regulations and making Sydney’s extensive COVID-inspired street dining spaces permanent. The new alfresco dining spaces were introduced in 2020 as part of efforts to revive hospitality trade
CALLS FOR TOUGHER OUTCOMES ON VIOLENT PUB ATTACKS
The AHA National president is driving the South Australian government to do more to address the scourge of violent gang crime and attacks targeting Adelaide pubs. State and national president David Basheer addressed a crowd that included both State Premier
