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NSW alfresco dining rebates on hold until the end of summer

NSW hospitality venues won’t be able to claim alfresco rebates until the end of summer, despite over half of the NSW government’s $5000 alfresco dining...

Does Dunk Island finally have a new buyer?

Dunk Island may finally have a new holder. After years on the acquisition merry-go-round, freehold owners the Bond family, which has owned the island...

Australia’s best chefs locked in and ready to shine at the Australian Open

This year’s line-up of chefs for the Australian Open has been locked in, with top chefs Ben Shewry, Guy Grossi and Shane Delia bringing their menus courtside. Tennis...

Gunman terrorises Sydney restaurant

Police were called to a Sydney restaurant yesterday after a 42-year-old man allegedly threatened staff and diners with a replica Colt firearm after he...

2022 looks to be another bumper year in ‘safe haven’ pub sales

In 2021, Australia recorded its biggest year of hotel transactions to date. In Sydney alone, $700 million worth of pubs were sold – a 75 per cent increase...

Rottnest Island Lodge approved for $40M redevelopment

The $40 million redevelopment of the Rottnest Island Lodge has been approved to start on two conditions: the implementation of an Aboriginal cultural heritage...

Chef Neil Perry laments staff shortage crisis

Neil Perry is currently isolating after contracting COVID-19 and has explained to The Daily Mail how the virus is ravaging the hospitality industry. The...

Weekly gang violence keeps families away from Scarborough bars and restaurants

Scarborough’s beachside entertainment strip has seen another night of violence and anti-social behaviour, with balaclava-wearing teens seen prowling...

COVID keeps people at home as restaurants continue to suffer

For many NSW restaurant owners, the current COVID situation is worse than the lockdowns.  Even though there are only a few restrictions in place, many...

Dorsett Gold Coast officially opens

Dorsett Gold Coast will officially open its doors and welcome its first guests on Boxing Day. The Gold Coast’s newest upscale hotel boasts 313 vibrant...