News: Hospitality
Fred Lazzerini announces launch of Olympian Consulting venture
Former Ungerboeck System's senior executive Fred Lazzerini has revealed the launch of a new venture, Olympian Consulting. Able to provide business and technology advice,...
Aug 2, 2022
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TiCSA survey shows tourism and hospitality industry on track to recovery but not without challenges
The latest Industry Sentiment survey released by the Tourism Industry Council South Australia shows that following a challenging two and half years, the state’s tourism and...
Jul 31, 2022
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RAC Arena Catering Manager acknowledged for lifetime career achievements
Kyllie Graham, the long-time Catering Manager at Perth’s RAC Arena, has been named as the recipient of the 2022 Lifetime Achiever Award for Western Australia at the most recent...
Jul 31, 2022
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QTIC awards celebrate achievements of tourism and hospitality students and teachers
Presented by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council, the 25th Salute to Excellence Awards held earlier this week celebrated the outstanding achievements of tourism and...
Jul 30, 2022
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Looking to reduce plastic cup waste Adelaide Oval will now serve alcohol in cans
Fans attending events at the Adelaide Oval will soon be served alcohol in cans after the approval of a new liquor licence for the venue. With the Adelaide Oval Stadium...
Jul 28, 2022
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Free hospitality courses offered in NSW to kickstart careers and alleviate labour shortages
A new NSW Government program aims to support the hospitality sector with a suite of fee-free short courses now available for people looking to secure jobs or further their...
Jul 27, 2022
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Tourism experts tip Adelaide to become Australia’s 'next Sydney or Melbourne'
Backed by reports that reveal Adelaide now has the highest occupancy rates across Australia and New Zealand, tourism and hospitality experts claim Adelaide is tipped to become...
Jul 26, 2022
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SAii Phi Phi Island Village offers eco-sensitive diving experiences for guests
SAii Phi Phi Island Village – about a four hour land and sea transfer from Phuket International Airport – is a free-spirited five-star lifestyle resort from S Hotels and Resorts...
Jul 26, 2022
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InterContinental Phuket Resort partners with SIXT Thailand to drive sustainable tourism
Thailand’s newest InterContinental resort - InterContinental Phuket Resort – has partnered with SIXT Thailand to introduce a new era of sustainability and green mobility to...
Jul 19, 2022
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ICC Sydney internal rewards program celebrates its team’s efforts
Excellence among ICC Sydney’s team members was acknowledged at the highly coveted Extraordinaires Awards - an internal program that rewards exemplary performance across seven...
Jul 19, 2022
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Fusion launches new wellness offerings In Vietnam
Offerings are being enhanced at Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion with an array of new retreat options, from Reiki to Acroyoga. In partnership with Vietnam Detox, Alba is offering...
Jul 19, 2022
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Malvern precinct activated with free outdoor ice skating
The City of Stonnington’s Malvern precinct is being reimagined with free outdoor ice skating in support of local business. For 30 minutes of free skating, participants are...
Jul 17, 2022
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Mount Faber Leisure Group unveils new attraction for Singapore’s Sentosa Island
Mount Faber Leisure Group has unveiled Central Beach Bazaar, a new day-to-night beach carnival experience slated to open on Sentosa’s popular Siloso Beach in September 2022...
Jul 14, 2022
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Partnerships enhanced between local operators and facilities in the Manning region
MidCoast Council has advised that along with its facilities it will now play a greater role in supporting the visitor economy through planned partnerships between local...
Jul 13, 2022
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Permit application procedures streamlined for Northern Territory Parks and Reserves
The Northern Territory Government is streamlining its permit procedure - making it easier for tour operators to work in Territory parks and reserves. The new approach means a...
Jul 12, 2022
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Choice Hotels Asia Pacific launches Community Sports Grants Program
Leading hotel group, Choice Hotels Asia Pacific, has launched its $12,000 Choice Hotels Community Sports Grants Program to support registered sporting clubs and individual...
Jul 12, 2022
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Far North Queensland’s Dunk Island finds new owners
Annie Cannon-Brookes, the wife of technology billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes, is being reported as having purchased Dunk Island in Far North Queensland with the aim of...
Jul 11, 2022
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New Survey shows South Australian tourism approaching pre COVID economic recovery
South Australian Tourism Commission has advised the latest National Visitor Survey statistics released today show visitor spending is almost on par with pre-pandemic levels with...
Jul 11, 2022
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Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium commences staff recruitment drive
Set to host to a full program of sporting fixtures, Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium has commenced a recruitment drive for hospitality staff. Preparing to host almost 200,000...
Jul 7, 2022
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Melia Bali Resort collaborates with conservation foundation to help restore coral reefs
Through a hands-on collaboration with local non-profit, Nusa Dua Reef Foundation, Meliá Bali, an oceanfront resort situated along some of Bali’s most idyllic coastline, aims to...
Jul 7, 2022
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MSL Solutions secures Stadiums Queensland POS contract for The Gabba and Suncorp Stadium
Global sports and hospitality venue technology provider, MSL Solutions Limited has signed a five year contract with Stadiums Queensland to deliver a new integrated ‘state of the...
Jul 5, 2022
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Funding for paid training to support Victorian hospitality and tourism industry
The Victorian Government is supporting the recovery of the State’s hospitality and tourism industries with the announcement of $5.6 million for a new Jobs Victoria initiative....
Jul 4, 2022
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Melbourne Convention Bureau unveils its interactive e-guide
The Melbourne Convention Bureau has unveiled its latest inspiration tool – an interactive e-guide, that connects event planners and delegates with inspiring experiences of the...
Jul 4, 2022
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Choice Hotels Asia Pacific signs 15-year Master Franchise Agreement with Suba Group of Hotels in India
As of 1st July 2022, Choice Hotels in India has transitioned from a direct franchise market to a master franchise model. Under this arrangement, Suba Group of Hotels will assume...
Jul 1, 2022
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