News: Hospitality
Ticketmaster announces multi-year partnership extension with Crown Resorts
Ticketmaster Australia and Crown Resorts are to extend their partnership with a multi-year deal, with Ticketmaster continuing as the exclusive ticketing partner for Crown’s...
May 7, 2025
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Zeavola Resort on Thailand’s Phi Phi Island acquired by Outrigger Hospitality Group
The Outrigger Hospitality Group has announced its acquisition of the Zeavola Resort on Thailand’s Phi Phi Island. The premier beachfront property on the northern tip of Phi Phi...
May 7, 2025
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Tuu Eco Stay Awards make hospitality sustainability claims verifiable and valuable
Greenwashing has become too common and with sustainability in hospitality shifting from claims to proof, three leading hotels in Asia from Accor, IHG and Zannier Hotels have...
May 6, 2025
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Miral announces record-breaking visitation at Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island and Saadiyat Island in 2024
United Arab Emirates-based developer Miral has revealed that Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island recorded over 38 million visits while Saadiyat Island saw a 10% increase in visitation...
May 4, 2025
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HVL Hotels looks to set new luxury benchmark for Hunter Valley with art and wellness
HVL Hotels is pushing the boundaries of design, art, and immersive wellness experiences as it looks to become a landmark destination, blending luxury accommodation with the...
May 2, 2025
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ICC Sydney promotes Marc Singerling to role of Director of Event Delivery
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has promoted Marc Singerling to the role of Director of Event Delivery. Singerling commenced in his...
Apr 30, 2025
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Bankwest renews Perth’s RAC Arena partnership with new benefits for patrons
Perth’s RAC Arena and Bankwest have announced a renewal of their partnership, ensuring customers’ a continued enhanced fan experience at the ASM Global managed venue. Bankwest...
Apr 30, 2025
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Dubai secures recognition as first Certified Autism Destination in Eastern Hemisphere
Dubai has officially secured recognition as the first Certified Autism Destination™ in the Eastern Hemisphere – a designation which underscores a citywide effort to make the...
Apr 29, 2025
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Restaurant and Catering Association supports use of surcharges within hospitality sector
With complaints rising among Australians regarding the cost of coffee, particularly during long weekends and on public holidays, the Restaurant and Catering Association (R&CA)...
Apr 28, 2025
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EOI opens for commercial operations to activate Bega Valley Shire Council reserves
Bega Valley Shire Council has opened Expressions of Interest (EOI) from mobile vendors keen to operate in some of the region’s most picturesque and frequently visited public...
Apr 28, 2025
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Events contribute to Tasmania’s Hospitality Industry yielding record results
The Tasmanian Hospitality Association's Hotel Occupancy Report shows the highest ever statewide accommodation occupancy for March 2025, with 89.11% of rooms filled. The...
Apr 27, 2025
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PATA report explores workforce gaps and evolving human capital in tourism industry in the Asia Pacific
Exploring workforce gaps, youth readiness and solutions for building a resilient tourism industry across the Asia Pacific region, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has...
Apr 24, 2025
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AFL Gather Round 2025 drives record tourism results for South Australia
AFL Gather Round 2025 has delivered a significant boost to South Australia’s visitor economy, with record-breaking crowds, festival attendance, and the greatest ever number of...
Apr 23, 2025
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Banyan Group unveils its 2024 Sustainability Report
With today being Earth Day, an annual event on 22nd April to demonstrate support for environmental protection, it is timely for the Banyan Group, a leader in sustainable...
Apr 21, 2025
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Former Victorian Sport and Tourism Minister Martin Pakula named Chair of Crown Melbourne
Crown Resorts has announced that former Victorian Minister for Tourism, Sport, and Major Events Martin Pakula will join the Board of Crown Melbourne as Chair as of 1st May. He...
Apr 16, 2025
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Hospitality
Visitor satisfaction and technology-driven experiences drive Dubai tourism
A newly released report from consultants KPMG has highlighted how Dubai is diversifying its tourism offering and expanding its range of experiences for visitors with culture,...
Apr 13, 2025
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Delaware North to operate new food and beverage sites at Perth Airport's International Terminal
Delaware North has announced that it has been awarded four sites at Perth Airport's International Terminal (T1) to develop new-to-market food and beverage retail concepts. The...
Apr 6, 2025
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Darwin Airport Resorts tops the city’s energy sustainability ratings for hotels
A recent audited energy rating by the internationally recognised NABERS organisation has given the highest energy sustainability ratings to Darwin Airport Resorts – comprising...
Apr 6, 2025
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Investment set to drive HeadBox Australia’s global growth
Meetings and events platform HeadBox has announced that it has secured a $6.2 million investment to accelerate the company’s global growth strategy including expansion of key...
Apr 2, 2025
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New Thailand B2B event for wellness, hospitality and tourism sectors
A new B2B event is being held in Phuket on 19th May for the wellness, hospitality and tourism sectors with a focus on driving innovation, dialogue and creative approaches in a...
Apr 2, 2025
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Tourism and hospitality sectors supported in preparing for new Spirit of Tasmania ships
A grant program has been launched to support Tasmanian businesses and local councils prepare for the new Spirit of Tasmania ships. Under the Fund, businesses can apply for...
Apr 1, 2025
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Hospitality
Strategic alliance announced between PCMA and New Zealand's Business Events Industry
A two-year strategic alliance has been signed between Professional Convention Management Association and Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) to further strengthening the...
Apr 1, 2025
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Craig Davidson appointed as new Chief Executive of Tourism and Events Queensland
Tourism industry leader and collaborator, Craig Davidson has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of Tourism and Events Queensland following an international search for one...
Mar 30, 2025
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Meetings and Events Australia enters voluntary administration after 50 years
Meetings and Events Australia (MEA), the country’s longest-standing industry body for the events sector, will be entering voluntary administration after 50 years of service to...
Mar 26, 2025
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