News: Hospitality
Queenslanders encouraged to support State Tourism sector
Queenslanders are being encouraged to support the State's Tourism sector via a new $2.4 million tourism campaign - ‘Days Like This’ - which showcases a range of popular tourist...
Jul 26, 2021
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AFTA continues to push for financial support from government
With ongoing COVID lockdowns and restrictions, the Australian Federation of Travel Agents is continuing to push for more government support. The suspension of the Trans Tasman...
Jul 25, 2021
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Fund managers acquire Travelodge portfolio in $620 million deal
Melbourne-based fund manager Salter Brothers has joined forces with Singaporean sovereign wealth fund GIC and Swiss-based global private equity firm Partners Group to acquire...
Jul 25, 2021
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Thailand’s Banyan Tree Krabi hotel introduces forest bathing
With the gentle act of ‘forest bathing’ having suddenly become a popular recreational activity, Thailand luxury hotel - Banyan Tree Krabi - now offers the perfect environment...
Jul 21, 2021
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Fremantle launches new campaign to attract lucrative business tourism market
The City of Fremantle is launching a new marketing campaign produced in partnership with Business Events Perth, to consolidate its position as a premium destination for business...
Jul 16, 2021
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Accommodation Association receives funding to deliver pre-employment pathway
Peak industry body, the Accommodation Association, has received Federal Government for funding the Accommodation Association Pathway Partnership, providing $1.1 million over a...
Jul 15, 2021
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International guests return to Anantara Resorts in Thailand’s Koh Samui and Koh Phangan
After 18 months of border closures and with Thailand’s islands of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan all set to reopen to international travellers, Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort,...
Jul 15, 2021
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New café and upgrades underway at Port Stephens’ Lakeside Leisure Centre
Port Stephens Council’s Lakeside Leisure Centre will soon be home to a new café, entry area and more spaces to relax as part of a renovation that commenced at the end of last...
Jul 15, 2021
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Qatar announces plans to add 105 hotels ahead of FIFA World Cup 2022
The Qatar Government has announced that it will add 105 new hotels and apartment hotels to its tourism portfolio as it gears up to host the FIFA World Cup from November next...
Jul 14, 2021
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Australian Government subsidises Wellness Academy’s spa management diploma
Training institution the Australasian Sustainable Wellness Academy (ASWA) has advised that the Federal Government is offering financial backing for those wanting to undertake...
Jul 10, 2021
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Pause in trans-Tasman travel bubble hits New Zealand tourism
The pause in the travel bubble with Australia is having an immediate impact on hospitality and accommodation bookings, particularly in and around the South Island ski resorts,...
Jul 6, 2021
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AFTA welcomes National Cabinet four-step plan but highlights government support is critical
Following National Cabinet’s announcement of their plan for returning Australia to ‘normal’ post COVID, the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) has highlighted that...
Jul 2, 2021
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Thailand resorts’ Marine Discovery Centres help in recovery of injured marine life
Two of Thailand’s acclaimed resorts – SAii Phi Phi Island Village and SAii Lagoon Maldives – feature dedicated Marine Discovery Centres - interactive educational hubs where...
Jul 1, 2021
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Laguna Phuket partners with hospital to launch first hotel-based PCR test centre for Phuket Sandbox arrivals
Laguna Phuket, a resort spanning 1,000 acres of tropical parkland and beachfront on Phuket’s west coast, has increased its efforts to safely restart Thailand’s tourism industry...
Jun 29, 2021
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Auckland's ASB Showgrounds goes into liquidation
Auckland's ASB Showgrounds - one of the New Zealand's major convention venues - has gone into liquidation. Reports have quoted Kim Campbell, the former Chair of the showgrounds...
Jun 28, 2021
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Leading industry funds Hostplus and Intrust Super to merge
Australia’s leading leisure industry super funds Hostplus and Intrust have outlined plans to merge in November 2021, after signing a Successor Fund Transfer Deed. The...
Jun 27, 2021
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Taronga’s Zoofari Lodge experiences record visitation levels
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo has been experiencing record visitation levels over the past 12 months as a result of the regional tourism boom which has seen...
Jun 23, 2021
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Vietnam’s Alma Resort recognised among the world’s top independent luxury resorts
Alma, a new 30-hectare resort with 14 food and beverage outlets and a cascade of 12 swimming pools overlooking the pristine Long Beach on Vietnam’s emerging Cam Ranh peninsula,...
Jun 22, 2021
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SCG gets recognition for world-class customer service
The Sydney Cricket Ground has been recognised as a world leader in customer service by the Customer Service Institute of Australia (CSIA), with the famous venue achieving...
Jun 22, 2021
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Te Pae Christchurch launches recruitment drive for 100 new staff members
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre is on the hunt for around 100 new staff members to join its team ahead of the centre’s opening in October. The Centre commenced its largest...
Jun 17, 2021
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Demand for casual workforce significantly increases during Australia’s COVID-19 recovery
Research by Humanforce, a provider of intelligent workforce management solutions, has found that competition for casual workers has hit an all-time high. However, this rising...
Jun 17, 2021
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Local craft brewery takes on naming rights for Manly's Brookvale Oval
Brookvale Oval, the home ground of NRL side Manly Sea Eagles, has a new title, with locally-based craft brewer 4 Pines taking on the naming rights. Rebranded as of this week as...
Jun 10, 2021
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Torquay Beachfront Tourist Park secures prestigious award
Torquay Beachfront Tourist Park, situated on the beachfront of popular tourist destination Hervey Bay in Queensland, has secured the prestigious Tripadvisor Travellers Choice...
Jun 9, 2021
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Tourism and Transport Forum warns against States becoming complacent on tourism spend
New research conducted by consultancy group Sayers and released today by Tourism and Transport Forum (TTF) provides “food for thought” for respective State Governments competing...
Jun 8, 2021
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