News: Hospitality
Genting Singapore names new Resorts World Sentosa President
Genting Singapore has named Lee Shi Ruh as the new President of Resorts World Sentosa (RWS). Lee will report directly to Resorts World Sentosa’s Chairman and Chief Executive Tan...
Aug 13, 2023
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New Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre to be called Nyaal Banyul
The Victorian Government has advised that Geelong’s new convention and exhibition centre will be known as the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre when it opens in...
Aug 10, 2023
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MyVenue appoints award-winning Senior Executive to its Board of Directors
Global sports and entertainment venues point of sale (POS) specialist, MyVenue, has appointed Claudia Lezcano, Chief Executive of Fuku, to its Board of Directors. Lezcano brings...
Aug 10, 2023
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The Star Brisbane reveals interior concepts for some of its offerings
Positioned at the heart of the $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct, the Star Brisbane has unveiled a preview of some of its offerings including a sprawling Sports Bar (...
Aug 9, 2023
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Mornington Peninsula Shire unveils Parklet Policy for Permanent Outdoor Activation
To enable traders to create parklets for ongoing use, Mornington Peninsula Shire has developed a draft Parklets Policy which considers the positive and negative impact to all...
Aug 9, 2023
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Consultation opens for Christchurch outdoor dining and naming policies
Christchurch City Council is inviting Christchurch and Banks Peninsula residents and businesses to have their say on two draft policies – the outdoor dining and naming policies...
Aug 7, 2023
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Silks Hotel Group partners with Taiwan salt fields to champion sustainable development
Regent Taipei and Silks Place Tainan, sister hotels of Silks Hotel Group, have united their vision with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Together, they...
Aug 7, 2023
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Funlab set to open new location in Melbourne's Point Cook
Funlab's ongoing expansion will see the Australian operator open its latest venue - a combined Holey Moley mini-golf and Strike Bowling facility - in the Melbourne suburb of...
Aug 3, 2023
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Coffs Coast secures gold and silver at 2023 North Coast Tourism Awards
Tourism businesses on the Coffs Coast secured three gold and four silver awards at the 2023 North Coast Tourism Awards held at Plantation House in the Tweed on 27th July. A...
Aug 3, 2023
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WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo relaunches Koala Breakfast experience
In response to overwhelming public demand, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo in Darling Harbour has relaunched its popular Breakfast with the Koalas after a three-year, Covid-enforced...
Aug 2, 2023
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Dan Stock joins littleBIG marketing agency to promote clients in aquatics, hospitality and tourism
Former Journalist and Mr Yum Global Communications Leader, Dan Stock, has joined the growing PR & Content Team at full-service marketing agency, littleBIG. Stock joined...
Aug 2, 2023
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BESydney among recipients to share in City of Sydney multi-million-dollar support
The City of Sydney is giving more than $5 million in cash and in-kind support to benefit businesses and local economy with Council having approved $300,000 in funding for...
Aug 1, 2023
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NSW Government declares 'war on the lure of the couch' with its Culture Up Late initiative
The NSW Government is declaring “war on the lure of the couch” with its Western Sydney Culture Up Late initiative offering nighttime cultural events to help with the recovery of...
Jul 31, 2023
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Mature workers encouraged to explore careers in Tourism and Hospitality
A series of hospitality and tourism recruitment initiatives, supported by the Western Australian Government through Tourism Western Australia, are being rolled out to encourage...
Jul 30, 2023
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Applejack named as Food and Beverage Partner for URBNSURF Sydney
Leading Sydney-based hospitality group Applejack Hospitality has announced a food and beverage partnership with the new URBNSURF Sydney. Founded in 2011 by Hamish Watts and Ben...
Jul 29, 2023
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Australian Outback Spectacular welcomes RB Sellars as new presenting partner
The Australian Outback Spectacular has announced rural outfitters RB Sellars as the new presenting partner for its live entertainment dining experience. As presenting partner of...
Jul 28, 2023
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Design revealed for Geelong’s new Convention Centre
The Victorian Government has today revealed the proposed design for the Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre precinct development along with the announcement that Plenary...
Jul 23, 2023
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Schwartz Family Company and Spectapular Enterprises partner to enhance regional craft beer and wine events
A new partnership between the Schwartz Family Company and Spectapular Enterprises – organisers of the Great Australasian Beer SpecTAPular (GABS) – is set to ‘turbocharge’...
Jul 23, 2023
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Industry pioneers KP Ho and Bill Bensley to headline PHIST 2023
PHIST (Phuket Hotels for Islands Sustaining Tourism), Southeast Asia’s biggest sustainability event for the tourism and hospitality industries, returns this September with an...
Jul 22, 2023
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Fair Work Ombudsman recovers more than $684,000 from Melbourne hospitality sector
The Fair Work Ombudsman has recovered $684,543 in wages for 1,004 underpaid workers after investigating employers in Melbourne’s hospitality precincts. Fair Work Inspectors...
Jul 20, 2023
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Thailand’s Centara Hotels and Resorts spotlights achievements throughout its 40-year history
With Thailand’s Centara Hotels & Resorts celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, the hotel group has shared some of its achievements throughout its 40 year history. Over the...
Jul 19, 2023
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WTTC reiterate the importance of women’s engagement in global tourism
Speaking at the Women Deliver Global Conference, in Kigali, Rwanda, World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) President and Chief Executive Julia Simpson has reiterated the...
Jul 19, 2023
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G’day Group acquires Western Kangaroo Island Caravan Park
G’day Group has acquired Western Kangaroo Island Caravan Park – reflecting the Group's confidence in Australia’s regional tourism sector. Located at the entry to the acclaimed...
Jul 18, 2023
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Early-bird tickets now available for Fit Summit’s 2024 EMEA Festival in Saudi Arabia
Early-bird tickets are now available for Fit Summit’s 2024 EMEA Festival to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia over 20th-22nd February. Hundreds of clubs, gyms, studios, hospitals,...
Jul 18, 2023
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