News: Hospitality
Southern Vietnam hospitality industry looks to establish plastic recycling plant
The hospitality industry in Vietnam’s Cam Ranh is aiming to establish a local plant that upcycles all types of plastic waste. The “End Plastic Soup in Cam Ranh” campaign,...
Jun 18, 2023
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Uptown Grant program to activate Sydney’s neon grid
The NSW Government has announced the first successful recipients of its Uptown Grant Program with 21 diverse districts across Greater Sydney having each received up to $200,000...
Jun 18, 2023
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AVPartners announces partner promotion at Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort
AVPartners - a leading provider of audiovisual services to premier conferencing and event venues in Australia - has promoted Cale Dunn to Partner at the Sofitel Noosa Pacific...
Jun 18, 2023
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Marvel Stadium to stage golf experience event in September
Marvel Stadium is to stage a Stadium Golf event that will see Australian Football and golf combine to present a new twist to the familiar driving range experience . In a...
Jun 15, 2023
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HotelRunner AI technology to impact reputation management in tourism and hospitality industry
Leading tourism and hospitality technologies platform HotelRunner, has launched HotelRunner - an innovative solution that, through artificial intelligence, aims to fundamentally...
Jun 14, 2023
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The Calyx at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney hosts Australian Women in Business event
The Calyx at the Royal Botanic Garden was chosen by Mercedes-Benz Sydney to be the venue for their recent prestigious event celebrating the contributions of Australian women in...
Jun 14, 2023
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Desert city becomes luxury tourist attraction in northwest China
Shapotou, a district of Zhongwei, Ningxia, China, noted for the Tengger Desert, and bordering Inner Mongolia to the north and Gansu province to the west, is home to the...
Jun 14, 2023
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Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp among Minor Hotels properties recognised for sustainability excellence
More than 100 properties operated by Minor Hotels, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, have been recognised for sustainability excellence in the GHA Green...
Jun 12, 2023
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Discovery Parks Goolwa redevelopment delivers additional $6.5 million to local community
Following the G’day Group’s $22 million redevelopment of Discovery Parks – Goolwa a year ago, the coastal township is reaping the benefits having seen an additional $6.5 million...
Jun 8, 2023
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Sunreef announces array of whale watching cruises for the season
With the first humpback whales for the season having been sited off Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast’s leading marine tours operator, Sunreef has announced a wide range of whale...
Jun 7, 2023
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Construction begins on AlUla’s Sharaan Resort and International Summit Centre
Designed to be an exclusive tourist experience with respect for the environment and harmonious integration within a grandiose landscapes, The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU)...
Jun 7, 2023
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Vietnam’s InterContinental Danang to host series of wellness retreats
Vietnam five-star sanctuary - InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort - has revealed plans to host a new series of 'Energy Zen Retreats', rejuvenating activities curated to...
Jun 7, 2023
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AFC names Match Hospitality Asia as commercial hospitality provider for 2024 Asian Cup in Qatar
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced that Match Hospitality Asia will be the exclusive provider of commercial hospitality for the upcoming 2024 Asian Cup in...
Jun 6, 2023
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City of Greater Bendigo leases new Botanic Gardens Restaurant
AC & JR Group - the team behind the award-winning restaurant The Lost Cowe, Phillip Island - have secured a lease from the City of Greater Bendigo to open a new venture called...
Jun 6, 2023
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Funding allocated to boost disability employment in tourism industry
Funding allocated to boost disability employment in tourism industry 12 organisations across Australia will share in Federal Government funding of $3 million to promote greater...
Jun 5, 2023
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Christchurch City Council proposing new rules for outdoor dining
Christchurch City Council’s draft Outdoor Dining Policy proposes a more user-friendly set of rules that do a better job of meeting the modern needs of hospitality providers....
Jun 4, 2023
Hospitality
Ice Skating at The Rink among Melbourne RISING festival inclusive offerings
Ice skating, art installations and outdoor dining are among the highlights of this year’s RISING festival with events being held in Melbourne landmarks including St Paul’s...
Jun 1, 2023
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QTIC roadshow introduces Queensland ‘school leavers’ to possibilities of hospitality and tourism careers
A recent Queensland Tourism Industry Roadshow held at the Cairns Convention Centre gave over 100 high school students from across Far North Queensland an insight into the...
May 31, 2023
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South Australian Tourism Commission launches Agritourism Plan 2025
The South Australian Tourism Commission has launched the South Australian Agritourism Sector Plan 2025 which sets a bold vision to grow the state’s agritourism visitor spend to...
May 31, 2023
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New accessible and inclusive tourism training program launched by ATEC
The Australian Tourism Export Council’s latest Tourism Training Hub program - Accessible & Inclusive Host – is aimed at helping businesses build their confidence in working with...
May 31, 2023
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Newcastle secures NSW’s ‘Top Tourism Town’ award
Business NSW has awarded Newcastle the ‘NSW Top Tourism Town’ accolade at the Local Government NSW Destination & Visitor Economy Conference in Manly. City of Newcastle was...
May 30, 2023
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Parramatta secures Purple Flag accreditation in recognition of its night-time offerings
The City of Parramatta has secured Western Sydney’s first Purple Flag award in recognition of a high standard of excellence in managing its night-time offerings of lively...
May 28, 2023
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PGA of Australia and Holmesglen Institute partner to open new golf career pathways
Direct pathways to specialist careers in sports turf management, hospitality management and tourism within the Australian golf industry are now available thanks to the...
May 26, 2023
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The Calyx in the Royal Botanic Garden transforms during Vivid Sydney
Lightscape - the internationally acclaimed multi-sensory experience of light, colour and sound – is transforming the Calyx in the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney into an after-dark...
May 25, 2023
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