REDCAPE TO REOPEN VENUES

ASX-listed hotel operator Redcape has released announcement it will be reopening most of its 32 venues next week, with CEO Dan Brady discussing the need for special measures and plans to ensure the customer experience. In the three-minute video release

NEW CONSUMER-DRIVEN DRINKS FROM LION

Lion continues the consumer-focused expansion of its range, releasing the successor to the successful Furphy Ale and securing distribution of America’s number one hard seltzer, White Claw. Furphy Refreshing Ale was launched in 2014. The name comes originally from a

INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS BLOWOUT AS JOBKEEPER CONFUSION REIGNS

Australia’s COVID-19 safety net JobKeeper is at the centre of a massive increase in the number of workers raising issues with unfair dismissals, as Treasury concedes miscalculations and devils emerge in the detail. The ABC reports the case of medical

SA STEPS UP EASING SCHEDULE

Following an announcement from the Premier late last week, any business in South Australia with a liquor licence can now reopen for seated dining, up to 10 people inside plus 10 outside. The late press conference followed decision earlier the

HELP OUT HOSPO SAVING THE DAY FOR WORKERS

The fundraising program to support hospitality workers in need – HelpOutHospo – continues its work for employees, and seeks more venues to get involved. The HOH program began with an act of generosity by executive chef Joe Cavallo of Momento

NSW PUBS TO INCREASE TO 50 CAPACITY

Hospitality in NSW is toasting the announcement today of a major easing of restrictions on pubs, restaurants and cafes, starting next month. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian announced the revised plans at a press conference this afternoon, revealing that from 1

ROYAL OAK PARRAMATTA GONE AT 197

Parramatta’s iconic Royal Oak Hotel is no more, as demolition begins on one of Sydney’s oldest pubs to make way for the $2.4bn Parramatta light rail. An inn was established at the site, on the corner of Church and Ross

5,000 FREE BEERS FOR PUB-GOERS

Melbourne’s own Stomping Ground Brewing Co is celebrating the return of the Garden State’s hospitality on 1 June by shouting 5,000 patrons their first beer back at the pub. Dubbed the Stomping Ground 5K, the initiative will see 50 venues

HOW REOPENED PUBS MAY LOOK

The opening days of reopening usher cautious optimism as pubs welcome back a denary of diners in a post-COVID cat and mouse of motives and logistics. Australia has demonstrated a world class performance in suppressing the virus, but as businesses