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Fire alarm saves Dalby Hotel occupants from pub fire

Fire crews were called to reports of a fire at the Country Club Hotel in Dalby at about 2am this morning. Crews arrived to find flames visible in the...

The 30 biggest hotel mistakes you’re making

HAVING stood on both sides of the hotel front desk, I can tell you that, like most travellers, you’re probably making a mistake. It may be something...

Appetite for Excellence young restauranteur finalist

Dan Moss, innovative chef and owner of Terroir restaurant in Auburn, is one of five finalists in the ‘appetite for excellence’ Australian Young Restaurateur...

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Unveils Bold New Vision for Iconic Sheraton Brand

“Sheraton 2020” Plan Is Underway featuring $100 Million Marketing Campaign, Launch of New Sheraton Grand Tier, Design Innovation, Enhanced Service...

Discontent eating into McDonald’s franchisees

Mounting financial strain is fuelling frustration among McDonald’s franchisees. Source: AP     Mounting financial strain is fuelling frustration...

Minimum wage up 3 per cent, rise of $18.70 a week

Australia's 1.5 million lowest-paid workers will be awarded an $18.70 a week wage rise as the Fair Work Commission tries to reduce inequality in earnings. The...

Brisbane Times Good Food Month returns in 2015

After the runaway success of its inaugural year in 2014, Brisbane Times Good Food Month has launched a 2015 program that promises to be even bigger and...

Minimum wage debate follows a familiar script

The wages umpire lands in the middle again, but the smart money next year could be on new thinking, say experts. The debate over wages for the low...

Tips To Avoid Wage-Hour Class Actions In The Hospitality Industry

The hospitality industry continues to be hard hit by wage-and-hour class actions. Because both federal and state wage and hour laws are filled with exacting...

Australian restaurants have some of the best wine lists in the world

Australian restaurants are second only to the US when it comes to great wine lists, according to the UK-based magazine The World of Fine Wine and their...