News: Hospitality
ATIC spotlights role of accreditation in delivering quality tourism experiences
Following the announcement of the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards on Friday night, the Australian Tourism Industry Council (ATIC) has spotlighted the role of accreditation...
Mar 15, 2024
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ASM Global partnership to bring sporting events to convention centres portfolio
ASM Global has announced that it will work with digital network Playeasy to bring sporting events and activities to its convention centre portfolio. Aiming to maximise sporting...
Mar 15, 2024
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New campaign released across Northern Territory encourages a career in tourism
The NT Choose Tourism campaign is being released across the Territory aimed at inspiring young people, First Nations Territorians and people living with a disability to pursue a...
Mar 14, 2024
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SiteMinder launches on mobile offering hospitality sector new era of dynamic revenue management
Sydney-headquartered SiteMinder, a leading open hotel commerce platform, has released its industry-leading platform on mobile, to give accommodation providers the power to...
Mar 14, 2024
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ASM Global appointed managers of KAFD Conference Centre in Riyadh
ASM Global growing presence in the Middle East has seen it reach an agreement with the King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Company (KAFD DMC) of Saudi...
Mar 13, 2024
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ClassPass expands inventory with testing of F&B experiences
Global fitness sharing platform ClassPass is looking to expand by adding food and beverage offerings onto its roster of bookable experiences. Being introduced in the USA cities...
Mar 12, 2024
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Destination NSW unveils Vivid Sydney 2024 program and looks for commercial partners
Destination NSW, as the owner, manager and producer of Vivid Sydney, has unveiled the program for this year’s multi-artform festival, while also collaborating with global...
Mar 12, 2024
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One week of Cruise Tourism injects $4.1 million into Darwin local economy
Eight cruise ships carrying over 10,000 passengers and crew visit Darwin Harbour last week, directly injecting $4.1 million into the local tourism, hospitality and retail...
Mar 11, 2024
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Meliá Chiang Mai resort launches social enterprise to improve lives of Thai communities
Meliá Chiang Mai has unveiled a social enterprise that promotes talented Thai designers, artists and craftsmen to ultimately help communities in need and preserve Thai culture....
Mar 11, 2024
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Trisara Phuket looks to attract remote workers with long-stay rates
The Trisara resort on the Thai island of Phuket is looking to build on the area’s reputation as a hub for remote working through offering special long-stay rates on its...
Mar 11, 2024
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G’day Group’s new adventure playground at Discovery Parks Narooma Beach proves to be resounding success
Australia’s largest regional accommodation provider G’day Group, has advised that for popular NSW South Coast holiday park, Discovery Parks - Narooma Beach, which was officially...
Mar 6, 2024
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Eco-award winning Gwinganna retreat launches signature seven-night experience
Queensland’s eco-award winning Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat has launched a new signature seven night experience – ‘Ultimate Wellness – that will replace the Gwinganna Detox from...
Mar 6, 2024
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Mary Valley Rattler increases its services
In time for the post-Easter school holidays, Gympie’s popular tourist attraction, the Mary Valley Rattler, will increase its weekly steam train services from three to four as it...
Mar 6, 2024
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WTTC says sustainability reporting is no longer negotiable for tourism businesses
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has today launched a roadmap for the hospitality and tourism sectors aimed at simplifying sustainability reporting. Alongside the...
Mar 6, 2024
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ASM Global and Carlton Breweries agree landmark five-year partnership
Carlton & United Breweries (CUB) has signed a landmark five-year partnership with ASM Global to exclusively supply beer and cider to some of the biggest entertainment venues in...
Mar 5, 2024
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WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability initiative reaches significant milestone
The World Travel & Tourism Council's Hotel Sustainability Basics - the global initiative helping hoteliers on their first steps to improve their sustainability ratings - has...
Mar 5, 2024
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Hospitality and retail sectors encouraged to work with Townsville Council ahead of P!NK concerts
Retailers, restaurants, bars, clubs and accommodation providers are being encouraged to contact Townsville Council to talk about ways they can make the most of P!nk's upcoming...
Mar 5, 2024
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Sydney Family Show announces Ingenia Holiday Parks as naming rights sponsor in 2024
The Sydney Family Show, being held at the Entertainment Quarter from 23rd March to 1st April 2024, has announced family getaway specialists, Ingenia Holiday Parks as the naming...
Mar 5, 2024
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Former Head of Auckland Convention Bureau among new appointments for Tourism Talent Australia
Tourism Talent, the premier executive recruitment agency specialising in the tourism and hospitality sector, has expanded its presence in Australia with the appointments of...
Mar 3, 2024
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Single-use, plastic-lined coffee cups and lids to be banned in Western Australia
Western Australia’s latest step away from single-use plastics and lids will see non-compostable coffee cups and lids banned throughout the state. Compostable paperboard cups,...
Mar 3, 2024
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Momentus Technologies releases event software for smaller venues
Venue and event management software company Momentus Technologies has launched a new product tailored to meet the needs of small and midsized venues. Offering technology that...
Feb 29, 2024
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Discounts available for numerous Northern Territory tourism and hospitality packages
The Northern Territory Government’s Tourism Discount Scheme has been activated today offering 25% off hundreds of tourism and hospitality packages in every region of the...
Feb 28, 2024
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Last chance for local business and tourism operators to partner with Murrumbidgee Trails Tourism
Narrandera Shire Council has advised that entries close for local business and tourism operators to partner with Murrumbidgee Trails this Friday 1st March. The Murrumbidgee...
Feb 27, 2024
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Funlab to open Holey Moley and Hijinx Hotel attractions in Canberra
Funlab is to enter the Canberra entertainment market, with the opening of two new attractions at the Canberra Centre on 5th April. Set to be located in the largest shopping...
Feb 27, 2024
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