News: Hospitality
Barcats launches sponsored courses as lifeline to Australia’s struggling hospitality industry
Barcats, one of Australia’s leading hospitality platforms which connects venues with job seekers, has partnered with key training partners to launch a series of five-day courses...
Dec 9, 2020
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Education
Vietnam eco-resort develops new grant scheme for sustainability projects
One of Vietnam’s greenest resorts, Laguna Lang Co, has developed a new eco grant scheme - backed by its parent company, the Banyan Tree Group - and is urging sustainability...
Dec 8, 2020
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Environment
GSCORE helps local tourism operators enhance their marketing skills
Great Southern Centre For Outdoor Recreation Excellence (GSCORE) has awarded Certificates of Completion to mentees who took part in the Tourism Experience Accelerator Program...
Dec 7, 2020
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Queensland Government launches new campaign to attract tourism workers
The Queensland Government is launching a new campaign - ‘Give it a Go’ – urging thousands of Australians to travel to Queensland to fill the huge demand for workers in the...
Dec 6, 2020
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Hospitality
MSL Solutions and me&u form strategic partnership to accelerate mobile ordering
SaaS technology provider MSL Solutions Limited has announced a strategic partnership with me&u, Australia’s leading in-venue mobile ordering platform. Aiming to accelerate the...
Dec 6, 2020
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Technology
Sunshine Coast partnerships promote new JOBS NOW campaign for tourism and hospitality sector
Sunshine Coast Council is partnering with Visit Sunshine Coast, HOT 91, TAFE Queensland and the local tourism and hospitality industry to promote a new Jobs Now campaign aimed...
Dec 3, 2020
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Artesian Hospitality unveils plans for $5 million rooftop entertainment precinct on the Gold Coast
Australian hospitality group Artesian Hospitality has revealed its plans for Cali Beach Club - a $5 million rooftop entertainment precinct overlooking the Gold Coasts’ Surfers...
Dec 2, 2020
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Entertainment
New initiative sees Banyan Thailand expand its ‘Stay & Play’ golf promotion
As part of the newly-created 'We Love Hua Hin' destination marketing initiative Banyan Thailand, - the active lifestyle community in Hua Hin - has expanded its Stay & Play golf...
Dec 2, 2020
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Golf
Raffles Hotel Singapore introduces Adyen payment solution
Raffles Hotel Singapore has appointed leading global payments platform Adyen as its preferred payments partner. The move by the iconic property will see it offer guests seamless...
Nov 30, 2020
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Hospitality
Adelaide’s new $330 million entertainment precinct SkyCity opens to public on 3rd December
The $330 million expansion of SkyCity Adelaide and its complete refurbishment of the heritage building sees the modern establishment featuring Eos by SkyCity, a 5-Star luxury...
Nov 29, 2020
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Tasmanian Government to launch ‘Eat it Tassie’ campaign
The Tasmanian Government has committed $250,000 to support a state-wide marketing campaign called ‘Eat it Tassie!’ featuring Tasmania’s hospitality venues and local...
Nov 29, 2020
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Hospitality
Newcastle adopts fresh approach to boost tourism post COVID-19
The City of Newcastle is adopting a new approach through its Destination Management Plan to boost tourism and local economic COVID-19 recovery efforts. The Plan highlights the...
Nov 26, 2020
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Environment
Leisure industry offers opportunities for older workers financially impacted by COVID-19
With over half of older workers in Australia have been financially impacted by COVID-19, Bruce MacKenzie, Managing Director and founder of workforce management software leader...
Nov 26, 2020
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WTTC hosts inaugural virtual AGM highlighting importance of international collaboration for COVID recovery
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), representing the global Travel and Tourism private sector, hosted its first ever virtual AGM yesterday, attended by more than 120...
Nov 25, 2020
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Hospitality
Events successfully return to Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Wellness and hospitality events were among the four trade fairs successfully held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 11th to 13th November 2020. The...
Nov 19, 2020
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Samoa Tourism Authority launches new virtual exchange program
The Samoa Tourism Authority (STA) has launched the South Pacific Tourism Virtual Exchange Program and is calling on fellow Australian tourism, hospitality and social media...
Nov 18, 2020
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Education
Choice Hotels launch new initiative to help young Australians
Choice Hotels, a leading accommodation provider, has launched a new initiative allowing its members to turn their Choice Privileges points into charitable cash donations to...
Nov 17, 2020
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Wellness
Fitness Australia Chief Executive questions why gyms must close but pubs can stay open
The South Australian Government’s uneven application of Coronavirus shutdown measures this week has been questioned by Fitness Australia Chief Executive, Barrie Elvish. With the...
Nov 16, 2020
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Fitness
South Australian second wave Coronavirus shutdown impacts gyms and recreational facilities
With the state having reported 17 cases of community transmission today, South Australian Premier, Steven Marshall has announced that fitness centres, recreational facilities,...
Nov 15, 2020
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Recreation /
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Fitness
Anantara Resorts and Spas secure Awards for Excellence
Anantara Hotels, Resorts and Spas have received three prestigious accolades in the Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence and Luxury Spa Awards of Excellence. In the annual...
Nov 10, 2020
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Wellness
Destination Boost program prepares Fremantle tourism businesses for relaxed border restrictions
The City of Fremantle has partnered with Tourism Council WA to provide Fremantle tourism businesses access to the Destination Boost program, which has helped businesses to...
Nov 9, 2020
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ATEC highlights that tourism exporters need JobKeeper support until international borders reopen
The Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) is calling on the Federal Government to provide clarity for Australian Inbound tour operators (ITOs) and to assure these businesses...
Nov 9, 2020
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Government
New Victorian tourism campaign encourages exploration of local destinations
Visit Victoria in partnership with regional tourism boards are encouraging more Victorians to explore local destinations as part of a multi-million-dollar campaign - Stay Close,...
Nov 8, 2020
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Hospitality
Recovery of major Asia-Pacific tourist destinations to pre-COVID-19 levels may take time
GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, has highlighted that even though major economies across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) started negotiating travel bubble pacts with...
Nov 8, 2020
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Hospitality