OUTCRY OVER POSSIBLE CLOSURE OF FOR SALE JOHN CURTIN HOTEL
The sale of the historic John Curtin Hotel in Carlton has triggered an uproar, as fear of a developer purchase and its closure have prompted pushback by the public and trade unions desperate to save it. Built in the 1870s,
FREE RSA COURSES TO HELP SKILLS SHORTAGE
The New South Wales government is offering 5,000 free Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) courses, in recognition of the demand for labour in the hospitality industry. An announcement by Service NSW notes that there are “currently lots of jobs available
JACK DUGGAN UP FOR GRABS
The rambunctious Jack Duggan’s Irish Pub is on the market, offering a prime opportunity in Australia’s oldest inland city. A pub has been trading at the site, in the Central Bathurst CBD, since 1849, originally named the Daniel O'Connell Inn.
WHAT WORKERS WANT IN 2022
A major survey of hospitality workers in Australia has found some striking results, highlighted by more than half unsure about their employment in the coming year. The Feel Good Index and Salary Guide - 2021, conducted by Frontline Recruitment, included
VALE ROCK PUBLICAN IAN JONES
The Jones family and Oxford Hotel of Rockhampton have announced the passing of beloved father and industry stalwart, Ian Jones. The long-time publican passed away last week, aged 68, following a two-year hard fought battle with cancer. “It’s obviously a
REGIONAL CENTRES ON FIRE AS HOT MARKET EYES THE BUSH
Investors and hoteliers are pushing top-dollar prices for strong assets in regional hot-spots, as hungry capital eyes the booming Australian hotel market. The freehold has been sold of the Grand Hotel in Armidale – a major locality in the New
SEQ ADVANCETOWN MARCHES TO MARKET
The sprawling Advancetown Hotel Motel has come to market in sought after south-east Queensland, set to tempt operators large and small. Situated in the hinterland of the city of the Gold Coast, the Hotel sits on approximately 7.186-Ha (71,860sqm) comprised
GOVT UNDER PRESSURE OVER BEER TAX AND REVIVING CITIES
The campaign for relief on beer excise – for pubs and patrons – continues its push on government, highlighting the multiple taxes paid to simply enjoy a glass of beer. An initiative against beer becoming ‘liquid gold’ began last week,
VICTORIAN ALPS DESTINATION PUB HITS MARKET
The picturesque Snowline Hotel is on the market, looking to capitalise on the booming region and investor push to the bush. The Hotel Motel is located in Harrietville, Victorian high country, at the base of Mount Hotham. Within easy reach
PATRON TRENDS FOR 2022
A new study of more than 1,000 venues has identified the top hospitality consumer trends likely to continue this year. The survey of pubs, clubs and restaurants across Australia and New Zealand by ResDiary can provide some insight on how
