HOTEL OPENING ENDS CENTURY-LONG DISPUTE
Prospect Hotel and Cellars opened last Friday, officially ending a century-long battle between planning authorities and the area’s historic influence of the Methodist Church. Well situated in a popular stretch of restaurants and cafes between Fitzroy Terrace and Regency Road,
TERZINI BRINGS BACK THE PORK
Celebrity chef Maurice Terzini and publican Michael Broome have officially reopened the former Bondi Junction and former The Eastern again as Billy The Pig, capitalising on its colourful history. Located in the Westfield Bondi precinct, the ‘no frills’ old-school pub
ROYAL INGHAM SELLS AFTER 65 YEARS
Capping more than six decades and multiple generations, the Quagliotto family has sold its beloved Royal Hotel in Ingham to dedicated local operators. The Royal was established in 1883 in the town centre of Ingham, roughly 110 kilometres north of
BUNDY: BACK IN THE GAME
Sunshine state legend Bundaberg Rum has announced the continuation of its partnership with the NRL, pairing two Aussie icons to enhance ‘game day’ for fans and venues. The acclaimed rum, popularly known as Bundy, has been a sponsor of the
GOOD BEER OFFERS UP A REFRESHED HAROLD
Good Beer is serving up The Harold of Forest Lodge, providing opportunity for a hands-on operator to capitalise on blue sky in a thriving inner west precinct. Set on a 579sqm stratum site, the old three-storey Harold Park Hotel was
TRAINING STAFF IN CASINO-STYLE GAMING: ENHANCING SERVICE, ENGAGEMENT AND REVENUE
Pubs are seeking new ways to attract customers and increase their profits. One such strategy is to integrate casino-style gaming as their main attraction. Even though gaming machines and sports betting have long been part of many Australian pubs, they
GRAVITY ON THE RISE
Drinks disruptor Gravity is eyeing expansion and innovation, welcoming renowned mixologist Kurtis Bosley and inspiring draught-based pub cocktails. Gravity is on a mission to disrupt the RTD market, declaring that “better choices don’t mean compromising on taste or experience”. Bosley,
NEW OWNERS BRING FRESH ENERGY TO BUNBURY ICON
Western Australia’s iconic Burlington Hotel, one of only four remaining Gold Rush pubs in Bunbury, is set to receive a new lease of life with new owners. This will be the first time in more than three decades that the
STORM-DODGING HOTEL STEPS UP AGAINST SUICIDE
The windswept Northern Rivers Hotel is putting on a Lunch with your Mates event, aiming to increase awareness of the startling rate of suicide in Australia and battles around men needing help. Scheduled for Friday, 4 April, the four-hour event
BILL AT TABLE STREAMLINING FOODSERVICE
Australian business banking fintech Zeller has launched Bill at Table, to help hospitality businesses improve efficiency and turn over more diners. Industry has faced rising costs and more competition for custom, and many operators are increasingly turning to technology to
