News: Hospitality
Auckland’s Quay Park stadium and precinct concept moves to next phase
The consortium behind the proposed new stadium and surrounding precinct at Auckland’s Quay Park (Te Tōangaroa Precinct Development and stadium project) has advised that the...
May 30, 2024
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End of lease sees closure of Sydney Holey Moley mini golf location
The Holey Moley mini golf bar at Newtown in Sydney’s inner west - one of the brand’s first venues - has permanently closed. In a statement, Holey Moley’s parent company Funlab...
May 29, 2024
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G’day Group expands its footprint to Margaret River wine region with latest acquisition
Australia’s largest regional accommodation provider G’day Group, has expanded its Discovery Parks network in Western Australia with the acquisition of Taunton Farm Holiday Park...
May 29, 2024
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Encore Event Technologies showcases Sofitel Sydney’s commitment to innovation
When Sofitel Sydney Wentworth reveals its $60 million refurbishment this Spring, among the impressive innovations are those delivered by Encore Event Technologies. Sofitel...
May 27, 2024
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Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort partners with Australia Zoo to extend tourism experience
Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort, a popular and award-winning family resort, has partnered with Australia Zoo to create an impressive Sunshine Coast escape for families,...
May 27, 2024
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Opening hours extended for inner Sydney licensed venues during Vivid festival
Inner Sydney licensed venues have been granted extended opening hours during Vivid Sydney. Eligible venues can operate until midnight on Sundays from 26th May to 9th June as...
May 26, 2024
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Novotel Darwin CBD becomes Northern Territory’s first Sustainable Tourism Certified urban hotel
Having met globally recognised sustainable tourism standards, Novotel Darwin CBD has become the first hotel in the Northern Territory to achieve Ecotourism Australia’s...
May 23, 2024
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Salto Wecosystem to participate in Phnom Penh hospitality event
Salto Wecosystem, a leading provider of integrated access control solutions, is participating in the highly anticipated HoSkar Night Phnom Penh event. This collaboration aims to...
May 23, 2024
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Brisbane to host 2025 edition of Australian Tourism Exchange
The Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) will return to Brisbane next year with Australia’s largest annual tourism trade event to be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition...
May 22, 2024
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Vietnam's TIA Wellness Resort enhances its wellbeing offering with new art gallery
Vietnam’s beachfront TIA Wellness Resort in Da Nang is adopting a new wellbeing approach with the launch of a new art gallery space this month. Building on the tool of...
May 22, 2024
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Trial underway in Northern Territory to reduce use of take away coffee cups
The Northern Territory Government has awarded a tender to THE GOOD GOOD WAY to trial reusable coffee cups in cafes. The tender for $23,825 allows THE GOOD GOOD WAY to work with...
May 21, 2024
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Ballers Clubhouse expands its competitive socialising offerings with Adelaide opening
Australia's immersive adult entertainment hub, Ballers Clubhouse (of the Superverse Group), is set to open its doors in Adelaide this July - taking over the historic Ruthven...
May 21, 2024
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RAC Arena agrees Crown Resorts partnership
Perth’s RAC Arena has announced Crown Perth as its first Integrated Hotel and Resort Partner. As part of the multi-year agreement which runs through to 2027, the Crown Perth...
May 20, 2024
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Penrith City Council launches new campaign to spotlight diversity and inclusion
Penrith City Council has launched a new campaign – ‘One Community, Many Abilities’ to spotlight the diverse abilities and achievements of individuals within their community. The...
May 20, 2024
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Hard Rock International denies link to Star Entertainment proposal
Hard Rock International has released a statement addressing recent reports regarding a proposed purchase of the Star Entertainment Group Limited (Star) in Australia. Hard Rock...
May 20, 2024
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Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre announces Executive Manager of Sales appointment
The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) has today the appointment of Anna Case as Executive Manager of Sales. Case brings more than 25 years’ experience in...
May 19, 2024
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Penrith Council hosts hospitality industry forum
Local businesses across the hospitality industry were invited by Penrith Council to share insights into the challenges they are facing in the current operating environment. The...
May 15, 2024
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Centara partners with KTC Credit Card to drive sustainability projects in Phuket
Thailand leading hotel operator, Centara Hotels & Resorts, continues its its commitment to creating a cleaner, greener planet by forming an inspiring new partnership with KTC...
May 15, 2024
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NRMA acquires Yamba's Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort
NRMA Parks and Resorts latest acquisition is Yamba’s family-friendly holiday destination - the Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort. Set on the banks of the Clarence River and just...
May 14, 2024
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TRENZ closes in Wellington and looks ahead to Rotorua
TRENZ, the New Zealand tourism industry’s biggest business event, has closed in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington with Tourism Industry Aotearoa now looking forward to delivering...
May 14, 2024
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Traveloka travel platform commits to elevating sustainability standards of tourism industry
Southeast Asia leading travel platform, Traveloka, has announced its support to the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) to become its first-ever Platinum Sponsor. The...
May 13, 2024
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Melbourne Convention Bureau champions sustainable business events with latest Melbourne eGuide
Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) continues to champion sustainable business events, and has unveiled its latest interactive Melbourne eGuide which spotlights the city's...
May 13, 2024
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Dubai’s newest waterpark to open in Grand Hyatt
The Grand Hyatt announced this week that it would be launching its own waterpark attraction set to open in early 2025, with the site to occupy 20,000 metres². The ticketed...
May 8, 2024
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The Big Group appointed as MCA Australia’s new hospitality partner
The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA Australia) has appointed leading hospitality agency, The Big Group, as the Museum’s new functions and venue hospitality partner....
May 7, 2024
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