News: Hospitality
Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay transformed into Singapore's first 'garden-in-a-hotel'
Following a S$45 million (US$33 million) refurbishment the Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay hotel in Singapore has been transformed into the city first 'garden-in-a-hotel'....
Aug 16, 2021
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Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre successfully hosts five concurrent trade shows
The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre has successfully hosted five concurrent trade shows organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council which brought together...
Aug 15, 2021
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New Zealand’s first socially sustainable hotel re-opened by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has visited YMCA’s Hotel Give to officially re-open the newly refurbished hotel in the centre of Christchurch. The first hotel of its...
Aug 14, 2021
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ATEC continues to highlight that tourism regions are struggling to survive
The Australian Tourism Export Council highlights that months of lockdowns, border closures, cancellations and uncertainty has left tourism businesses, including a significant...
Aug 12, 2021
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Partnership offers tourism students paid internships at Hayman Island Resort
A partnership between The Hotel School and Southern Cross University is offering Tourism students exclusive access to paid internships at the idyllic Hayman Island Resort in the...
Aug 11, 2021
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Education
4 Pines Brewing Co. partners with Cricket Australia and expands relationship with Landcare Australia
Cricket Australia has announced 4 Pines Brewing Co. as the new official beer of the Australian Men’s Cricket Team. The partnership with Cricket Australia will also see 4 Pines...
Aug 11, 2021
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ATEC and Beyond Blue partner to support wellbeing of tourism businesses across Australia
The Australian Tourism Export Council will introduce tourism businesses to a recently launched program - NewAccess for Small Business Owners - a free and confidential mental...
Aug 10, 2021
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Wellness
RAC Arena’s Michael Scott inducted into the Australian Hotels Association’s (WA) Hall of Fame
Michael Scott, General Manager of Perth's RAC Arena has been inducted into the Australian Hotels Association’s (WA) Hall of Fame at the state's Accommodation Industry Awards....
Aug 10, 2021
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Queensland tourism and hospitality businesses to receive further COVID-19 support
Addressing the twin burden posed by international and domestic border closures as well as sharp lockdowns to contain COVID, the Queensland Government is delivering a $47.75...
Aug 10, 2021
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Doha International Airport named best in the world
Doha Hamad International Airport (HIA) has been named ‘Best Airport in the World’ at the prestigious Skytrax World Airport Awards 2021, moving up from third to first place in...
Aug 9, 2021
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With Australia facing a full waste export ban, recycling projects are being rolled out across NSW
By mid-2024 when the full waste export ban comes into effect, Australia must recycle around 645,000 additional tonnes of waste plastic, paper, glass and tyres each year. As...
Aug 8, 2021
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Environment
Report says 'huge changes' required for Australia to halve food waste by 2030
With Australia wasting an average of 7.3 million tonnes of food each year, a new report is calling for the urgent introduction of national sustainable consumption goals to help...
Aug 7, 2021
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Registrations for Tasmania’s Tourism voucher scheme opens
Registrations for Tasmania’s new $7.5 million tourism voucher scheme opens today, aiming to entice Tasmanians to holiday at home, book into local accommodation, and take part in...
Aug 4, 2021
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ATEC supports COVID vaccinations to prevent more lockdowns and reopen the economy
The Australian Tourism Export Council highlights that without mass vaccinations, both domestic and internationally focused tourism businesses, worth more than $150 billion to...
Aug 3, 2021
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ParkRoyal Collection Marina Bay transforms into Singapore's first 'Garden-in-a-Hotel'
Following a US$33 million overhaul, ParkRoyal Collection Marina Bay, owned by Pan Pacific Hotels Group, has completed its transformation into Singapore's first...
Aug 3, 2021
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National body highlights more funding still needed to rebuild Australia's regional tourism sector
While Australian Regional Tourism has strongly welcomed the recent announcement of new and increased financial support from the Federal and NSW Government to people and...
Aug 2, 2021
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Nine businesses in Bondi banned from selling takeaway liquor for seven days
While many hospitality venues have been encouraged to consider outdoor options, COVID Public Health Order concerns have seen nine businesses in Bondi banned from selling...
Jul 31, 2021
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Hospitality
Queenstown tourism operator secures award for Top Wine Experience
Queenstown-based tour company, Altitude Tours, has had their ‘Queenstown Wine Sampler Tour’ voted the Top Wine Experience - World in the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice 2021 Best...
Jul 28, 2021
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Northshore Hamilton plans to transform into main Athletes’ Village for Brisbane 2032
Northshore Hamilton is planning to undergo a significant transformation to become the main Athletes’ Village for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Village is...
Jul 28, 2021
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Falls Creek and Hotham resorts reopen and welcome guests back
With the lifting of the Victorian lockdown, Falls Creek and Hotham resorts are reopening from today, Wednesday 28th July, and look forward to welcoming guest back. During...
Jul 28, 2021
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Surfing Escape Packages launched at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort
Anantara Layan Phuket Resort has created the Luxury Surfing Escape package - inviting surf enthusiasts to enjoy the swells of monsoon season on Thailand’s spectacular Andaman...
Jul 27, 2021
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Body Concept Pilates Studios shortlisted for INDESIGN 2021 award
The Shanghai-based Vermilion Zhou Design Group have been shortlisted for an INDESIGN 2021 award within the Health and Fitness category for their interior design of the Body...
Jul 27, 2021
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Lockdown lifted across Victoria while NSW records highest daily total of COVID cases
Following a reduction in community transmission of COVID in Victoria, Victoria’s Chief Health Officer has advised today that the lockdown will be lifted state-wide from 11.59pm...
Jul 27, 2021
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Boroondara parklets to remain until 30th September
City of Boroondara has advised that parklets currently installed in Boroondara’s shopping centres will now remain in place until 30th September 2021 with these pop-up outdoor...
Jul 26, 2021
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