MEN SENTENCED OVER SERIOUS ATTACK ON BUNDY PUB WORKERS
Two bricklayers have been sentenced and are lucky to escape serious prison time after an incident at a Queensland pub where they terrorised two staff members in a “prolonged” violent attack. Gladstone Magistrates Court heard the report of 24-year-old Zachary
NEW SEAFOOD RULES FOR VENUES
Ministers from around the country have determined that foodservice in pubs, cafes and restaurants will soon be required to specify the origin of their seafood. Consumer and Business Affairs Ministers from around Australia assembled last week, and voted unanimously to
NATIONAL EXCELLENCE REVEALED FOR 2023
Australia’s hospitality finest gathered in Adelaide tonight to celebrate and learn who is the best of the best for 2023, at the AHA National Awards for Excellence. More than 650 VIPs and industry guests joined the Association at the famous
BUNDY’S RAILWAY ON NEW TRACKS
Bundaberg hospitality stalwart Stephen Paterson has handed over his town favourite, the Railway Hotel, with the Spotted Dog Café, Bar and Grill, to first-timer Adrian Evans and partners including Arthur Laundy. Mid-2020, the iconic Spotted Dog Tavern and adjacent backpackers
SHORTS PASS ON SEABREEZE LEGACY
The Shorts have sold their idyllic and windswept Seabreeze Beach Hotel on the NSW mid-north coast to the growing Hunter group. The Short family have owned and operated the seaside pub at picturesque South West Rocks for over two decades,
GREEN ANTS MARCH INTO VENUES AROUND THE COUNTRY
Pioneering Australian gin brand Seven Seasons has teamed up with Solotel and venues around the country, pouring its top-shelf Green Ant Gin. Barangaroo House's Rekōdo Bar recently hosted an event introducing the Green Ant Gin Martini, in celebration of
CULTURAL AND SOCIAL SENSITIVITY IN HOSPITALITY
Hospitality is not just about providing comfortable accommodations and delicious meals; it's about creating welcoming and inclusive experiences for people from all walks of life. In today's diverse and interconnected world, cultural and social sensitivity in the hospitality industry is
REDCAPE WRAPS TWO MORE SALES, FOR NOW
After seven premium sales, high-profile pub operators Redcape have not ruled out further adjustments to the asset sheet. The Moelis-managed fund has continued its strategic divestment initiative, which sees another three this week, with Redcape saying all buyers were long-term
A BUNCH OF SPORTS STARS PILE INTO A HERITAGE PUB
The handsome Heritage Hotel of Rockhampton is undergoing an usual sale process, mustering Queensland sporting greats Gorden Tallis, Nick Gregorski, Mark Knowles and Scott Prince, and a host of new owners. Built 1898 on Rockhampton’s riverfront, the three-storey premise was
PUB ROBBERIES AND ARRESTS IN NEWCASTLE REGION
An armed heroin user who robbed multiple pubs has been sentenced, and two teens arrested over assault and auto theft of an employee, after a series of incidents in the Newcastle region. Appearing before Newcastle District Court, it was reported