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What not to do! Week 25

What was busted this week and what were they caught doing? The things you should look out for. The NSW Food Authority publishes lists of businesses that...

Plans for a $350m resort for Bundaberg

Bundaberg is set to get a $350 million marina resort village at Fairymead. The proposed village, which would be built on land owned by Bundaberg Sugar...

Auto clubs buy Hobart apartments

The Grand Mercure Hobart Central Apartments in Tasmania has been acquired by RACT with equity partner Victoria's RACV. It is RACT's first foray into the...

Port Douglas Ramada refurb celebrated

David Kempton, member for Cook joined tourism and local government representatives last week at an official opening function at Ramada Resort Port Douglas. Michael...

Half of businesses face profit declines

A recent survey has uncovered 45% of accommodation businesses were forced to reduce their staffing levels in the 2012/13 financial year. The Accomodation...

New speakeasy under Cheers bar

The owners of Sydney's Cheers bar have opened a new offering downstairs to broaden the appeal of the George St venue and service a distinct market gap...

SPC woes spark call for swift canned fruit inquiries

The federal Liberal Member for Murray, Sharman Stone, is urging the Productivity Commission to move as quickly as possible on inquiries into the canned...

Lucky Country restored

The multi-million dollar redevelopment of the former Lucky Country hotel in Newcastle is moving ahead with the restoration of the facade virtually complete. The...

Brewing up a storm in specialty tea at $1000 a cup

Melburnians are regularly paying up to $18 for a cup of tea at some city cafes, with the most expensive variety selling for $1000 a cup. But these leafy...

Sydney's Star Casino offers $250 million for exclusive license

The company that runs Sydney's Star Casino has offered to pay the New South Wales Government $250 million if it is given an exclusive casino license until...