Ferrier Hodgson

REVISION ‘LOOMS’ ON VALUES AND RENTS: FERRIER-HODGSON

Posted on February 8th, 2019 by Clyde Mooney
Ferrier Hodgson has issued a warning that pub rents in some states are headed for a “revision” as changing environments and uncertain property prices continue. David Kidman, Ferrier Hodgson (F-H) director in South Australia, posted a review of the sector

TATTS HOTEL BACK IN SAFE HANDS

Posted on October 30th, 2017 by Clyde Mooney
The embattled Tattersalls Hotel at Lithgow is set to soar again, after a lengthy legal battle, receivership and auction sees a new start for a familiar face. The freehold title of the pub was bought nearly ten years ago, occupied

TATTERSALLS LITHGOW TO RECEIVER AUCTION

Posted on October 6th, 2017 by Clyde Mooney
Against the trend in a booming industry, the receiver sale of Lithgow’s Tattersalls Hotel has emerged, the neglected property and stalled business heading to auction. The freehold of the Tattersalls was bought around a decade ago by the incumbent, offering

FERRIER HODGSON RELEASES HOSPITALITY INSIGHTS 2017

Posted on June 28th, 2017 by Clyde Mooney
Ferrier Hodgson has released its Hospitality Insights report for 2017, observing the drivers and trends in an industry it notes is more competitive than ever. Hospitality Insights discusses a broad range of aspects affecting hospitality businesses, such as trends in

DIXON DANCES WITH KKR FOR $40m SLICE OF KEYSTONE

Posted on November 2nd, 2016 by Clyde Mooney
The high-profile sale of the Keystone portfolio has taken a twist, with creditors KKR helping Dixon Hospitality into a $40m deal for six Sydney venues including Kingsley’s fine-dining restaurant. Despite previous statements denying interest in assets of the beleaguered The

KEYSTONE CONCLUSION CLOSER AS BREAK-UP IMMINENT

Posted on October 24th, 2016 by Clyde Mooney
The much-anticipated future of The Keystone Group portfolio remains undetermined, as news emerges of a shrinking short-list and Dixon Hospitality eyeing seven of the 17 venues. After falling foul of financiers, a high-profile campaign for the well-known Keystone portfolio has

KEYSTONE SINKS UNDER WEIGHT OF DEBT

Posted on June 29th, 2016 by Clyde Mooney
One of Sydney’s best-known hospitality operators has seen receivers called in to “pursue a sale process” after financial strain and lockout laws took too high a toll. The Keystone Group (TKSG) was formed in 2000 around well-run good-time food &

GAMING AT RECORD VALUE – FOR NOW: FERRIER HODGSON

Posted on June 22nd, 2016 by Clyde Mooney
Ferrier Hodgson has issued commentary on the state of play in gaming, pondering what effect online and mobile gaming will have on venue values. The advent of ‘smart’ technology in phones and tablets has produced an incredible array of digital

HISTORIC PUB QUIETLY GOES INTO RECEIVERSHIP

Posted on October 21st, 2015 by Clyde Mooney
Adelaide’s historic Maylands Hotel has gone into receivership, with specifics yet to be announced. Receivers Ferrier Hodgson have been appointed to manage the freehold going concern sale of the property on behalf of owner Ray Aoukar. The classic two-storey pub,