News: Hospitality
Queensland Councils support Cairns Regional Council’s proposed visitor levy
Several Queensland councils have supported Cairns Regional Council’s proposed 2.5% visitor levy with delegates at the Local Government Association of Queensland's state...
Oct 20, 2022
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Government
Grampians Tourism latest report reveals region is full of investment opportunities
Commissioned by Grampians Tourism and key partners, the ‘Invest in the Grampians’ report and prospectus reveal compelling numbers and opportunities for investment in the region....
Oct 20, 2022
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Finance
Northern Territory Government looks to private sector for Darwin Convention Centre Hotel development
The Northern Territory Government will be calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) in the coming weeks from the private sector to develop the Darwin Convention Centre Hotel - a...
Oct 19, 2022
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Hospitality
Northern Territory welcomes the Coral Princess on its maiden voyage to Darwin
Ocean cruise liners are commencing their return to the Northern Territory with the Coral Princess cruise ship arriving tomorrow morning delivering a major boost for the tourism...
Oct 18, 2022
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Hospitality
Work commences on construction of Penrith’s new City Park
Work has commenced on the construction of Penrith’s new City Park with the design and features set to transform the City Centre and encourage visitation to stimulate the local...
Oct 17, 2022
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Parks
Penrith City Council launches new visitor guide promoting adventure attractions
Penrith City Council has launched a new Visitor Guide promoting the array of outdoor adventures and thrilling adrenaline attractions the City has to offer. The new Visitor Guide...
Oct 16, 2022
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Entertainment
Capricorn Caves attraction among 50 Queensland visitor experiences to receive funding
Capricorn Caves, one of Queensland’s original visitor attractions, is among 50 visitor experiences to receive funding from the State’s $15 million Tourism Experience Development...
Oct 15, 2022
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Environment
WTTC partners with Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to build net positive hospitality industry
The World Travel and Tourism Council have announced a partnership with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, committing both organisations to closer collaborative working,...
Oct 13, 2022
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Environment
Cambodian Camp secures sustainability award for climate action
Preserving 180 square kilometres of lowland rainforest in the Botum Sakor national park in southwest Cambodia has seen the Cambodian Cardamom Tented Camp secure the 2022 Hotel...
Oct 13, 2022
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Environment
Fair Work Ombudsman recovers wages for Launceston hospitality workers
The Fair Work Ombudsman has recovered $121,574 in wages for 144 underpaid workers in Launceston’s hospitality precincts. Fair Work Inspectors investigated 31 businesses across...
Oct 13, 2022
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Finance
New Chief Executive named for Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust has today announced the appointment of Natalie O’Brien as Chief Executive of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)....
Oct 12, 2022
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Venues
Four new members appointed to Zoological Parks Authority Board
Four new appointees have been announced for the Zoological Parks Authority Board to oversee implementation of Perth Zoo’s 20-year Master Plan. Tully Carmady has been appointed...
Oct 10, 2022
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Zoos
Swing Factory acquires Sydney’s Golf Paradise Terrey Hills
With a with a vision to transform the venue into one of Australia’s leading golf entertainment, recreation and hospitality locations, golf entertainment company Swing Factory...
Oct 10, 2022
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Golf
Immigration support announced for New Zealand hospitality and tourism sectors
New Zealand Immigration Minister Michael Wood has announced measures targeted to support the hospitality and tourism sectors given the impact of ongoing staff shortages....
Oct 10, 2022
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Venues
Ungerboeck promotes Steve Mackenzie to lead worldwide growth as Chief Innovation Officer
Announcing the creation of a Worldwide Innovation Lab, event and venue management software leader Ungerboeck has advised that Steve Mackenzie has been promoted to the role of...
Oct 7, 2022
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Entertainment
Maya Bay reopened but with resorts maintaining significant focus on sustainability
Having been made famous by the movie 'The Beach' with Leonardo DiCaprio in 2000, Thailand’s Maya Bay reopens this October , however with the Thailand tourism industry having a...
Oct 6, 2022
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Environment
New luxury paddle steamer to operate on the River Murray
Murray River Paddlesteamers has announced that it will be introducing a new five-star, multi-million dollar craft on the River Murray as of late 2024. Set to offer Australia’s...
Oct 2, 2022
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Hospitality
Single-use plastic cups for cold drinks banned in Western Australia from today
The sale or supply of single-use plastic cold beverage cups has been banned from today in Western Australia with the move completing the first stage of the state's Plan for...
Sep 30, 2022
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Environment
PHIST 2022 delves into most important trends impacting South East Asian hospitality and tourism industry
The recently held PHIST 5 (Phuket Hotels for Islands Sustaining Tourism), Southeast Asia’s renowned tourism and hospitality forum, returned on 26th September to deliver a live,...
Sep 28, 2022
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Environment
Queensland Government announces funding of 23 social enterprises ahead of Social Enterprise World Forum in Brisbane
Ahead of the Social Enterprise World Forum (SEWF) 2022 being held in Brisbane from 28th to 29th September, the Queensland Government has announced $500,000 in funding to be...
Sep 26, 2022
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Arts
Hong Kong Tourism Board welcomes easing of some of the world's toughest travel restrictions
The Hong Kong Government announced on Friday that it will be ending mandatory hotel quarantine which has significantly impacted the economy and kept the finance hub...
Sep 25, 2022
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Government
Avani Hotels continues with its commitment to sustainable tourism
Avani Hotels have committed to the future of sustainable tourism by signing the UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge and are determined to become a Net Zero Carbon organisation by...
Sep 22, 2022
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Environment
Australian night-time economy report spotlights Hobart’s strong performance
While the arts, entertainment and hospitality sectors were heavily impacted during the past two years, the report ‘Measuring the Australian Night Time Economy 2020-21’ shows the...
Sep 22, 2022
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Entertainment
Artesian Hospitality’s Gold Coast rooftop beach venue defies tourism and hospitality downturns
Australian hospitality group, Artesian Hospitality has seen its rooftop Cali Beach Club overlooking the Gold Coasts’ Surfers Paradise beach, defy COVID- induced tourism downturn...
Sep 19, 2022
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Entertainment