News: Hospitality
Brisbane’s Howard Smith Wharves aims to become most sustainable entertainment precinct
Brisbane’s cultural and entertainment precinct, Howard Smith Wharves has taken another step towards its goal of becoming the most sustainable precinct in the world this month...
Nov 26, 2024
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Business events industry conference commences in New Plymouth
The Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) annual conference will see industry leaders from across New Zealand and Australia gather today in New Plymouth. Over 170 guests will...
Nov 24, 2024
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Security upgrade for Cairns Waterfront Dining Precinct
Important security upgrades for Cairns Waterfront Dining Precinct are aimed at creating a safer environment for locals, tourists and business owners and staff. Cairns Regional...
Nov 23, 2024
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Victorian Tourism Awards celebrate leading industry attractions, operators and events
Victoria has celebrated its best and brightest in tourism at the prestigious 2024 Victorian Tourism Awards, where two standout operators were inducted into the esteemed Hall of...
Nov 22, 2024
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Surf champion Mick Fanning invests in Gold Coast surf park development
Three-time world champion surfer Mick Fanning is reported to have invested in the artificial wave surf park pool development at Parkwood Village on the Gold Coast. The $300...
Nov 22, 2024
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Australia Zoo unveils its new ‘Crocodile Cabins’
Australia Zoo's luxe accommodation, The Crocodile Hunter Lodge, has unveiled its newest double-storey cabins, the Crocodile Cabins, overlooking freshwater crocodiles and turtles...
Nov 21, 2024
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Queensland tourism awards recognise exceptional effort and innovation
The Queensland Tourism Awards returned on Friday 15th November held at Brisbane’s The Star Queen’s Wharf following another ground-breaking year for Queensland tourism operators....
Nov 17, 2024
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NSW Government to allow sale of full-strength beers at Sydney’s Accor and CommBank stadiums
After being banned for more than a decade, the NSW Government is to allow the sale of full-strength beers at the Accor and CommBank stadiums in Western Sydney. Currently, fans...
Nov 16, 2024
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VenuesLive reveals new operational structure
VenuesLive has unveiled a new structure for its operations with seven key divisions providing customised solutions across every aspect of venue management, catering and events....
Nov 14, 2024
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New partnership announced between Swimming NSW and DOOLEYS
Swimming NSW has entered into a strategic two-year partnership with DOOLEYS, to expand the support and visibility of the Metropolitan Championships and Multi-Class Para-athlete...
Nov 14, 2024
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SkillsIQ launches Artificial Intelligence powered skills recognition service
National training organisation, SkillsIQ has launched SkillsAware, an innovative AI-powered skills recognition engine designed to discover, track and recognise individual skills...
Nov 14, 2024
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Soak Bathhouse looks to expand from Queensland to Sydney and Melbourne in 2025
Contemporary bathhouse brand Soak has advised of its plans to expand from its current locations in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast with new locations in NSW and Victoria. The...
Nov 14, 2024
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Westin Hotels & Resorts encourages guests to maintain their fitness routines
Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, is encouraging guests to maintain their fitness routines via the WestinWORKOUT initiative...
Nov 13, 2024
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SiteMinder reveals concerts and festivals as major tourism drawcards for Australians
Leading hotel distribution and revenue platform, SiteMinder, has today released its 2025 Changing Traveller Report which highlights events such as concerts and music festivals,...
Nov 11, 2024
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Fusion Hotel Group announces key appointments in Vietnam
The wellness-inspired Fusion Hotel Group has made several key appointments in Vietnam as the wellness-inspired luxury brand continues to expand its presence in the Southeast...
Nov 7, 2024
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Anurak Lodge secures Thailand Responsible Tourism Award
Anurak Community Lodge, located in southern Thailand, has secured the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) 2024 Responsible Tourism Award in the ‘Responsible Tourism...
Nov 5, 2024
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ASM Global promotes leaders for Middle East region
ASM Global has announced the promotion of three leaders for the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region for ASM Global. Mark Jan Kar has been promoted to Senior Vice President,...
Nov 3, 2024
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BIG4 Holiday Parks annual awards recognise exceptional achievements in 2024
The BIG4 Holiday Parks’ recently held annual awards held at Movie World on the Gold Coast, recognised exceptional achievements at both individual and park levels with a total of...
Nov 3, 2024
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South Australian Tourism Award winners announced for 2024
The Tourism Industry Council South Australia has revealed the 2024 South Australian Tourism Awards winners which reflect the diversity and strength of the state’s tourism...
Nov 3, 2024
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Dubai looks to promote wellness tourism
Aiming to broaden its offerings to international visitors, the Dubai Department of Culture and Tourism is promoting the Emirate’s wellness tourism offerings, looking to redefine...
Nov 2, 2024
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Finalists revealed for NSW Tourism Awards 2024
Marking the first time they have hosted the NSW Tourism Awards 2024, the newly formed NSW Tourism Association has announced this year’s finalists. Celebrating the businesses and...
Nov 1, 2024
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Wellness-inspired Fusion brand opens fourth GLOW hotel in Bangkok
The wellness-inspired Fusion Hotel Group has this month opened GLOW Bangkok Riverside, a stylish new hotel overlooking the Thai capital’s Chaophraya River from its vantage point...
Oct 30, 2024
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Tasmania's small hospitality businesses given financial boost
The Tasmanian Government is supporting the hospitality sector to invest in activities aimed at attracting visitors to the regions. The $400,000 Multicultural Small Business...
Oct 30, 2024
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Event organiser slams Melbourne Showgrounds caterer for high prices
Event organisers of AUSjet 24 waterjet technology exhibition and conference have slammed what they are calling an outrageous ‘rip-off’ at the Melbourne Showgrounds charged by...
Oct 28, 2024
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