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FUEL CRISIS PUTS PRESSURE ON HOSPO

Posted on April 1st, 2026 by Jane Louise
Australians may soon be looking at higher dining costs, with a possible five per cent surcharge at pubs, restaurants and cafes arising from the soaring cost of fuel. Fuel prices have surged in Australia due to the war in the

CARD SURCHARGE BAN UNDER DEBATE

Posted on May 12th, 2025 by Clyde Mooney
On the heels of a decisive election win, the Federal Government looks to continue its mandate to address the cost of living through the banning of debit card surcharges, from January. Under the current system businesses can pass on payment

OXFORD HOTEL QUELLS SURCHARGE ‘SCANDAL’

Posted on May 26th, 2023 by Clyde Mooney
Universal Hotels has skilfully negotiated a PR minefield, after an error in pricing prompted an angry social media post to go viral and a flood of negative reviews. The Oxford Hotel is an icon of Sydney’s colourful Oxford Street, and