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Darwin's Leea Hotel embarks on multimillion-dollar transformation

One of Darwin's most recognisable CBD hotels is undergoing a major overhaul, with the Prendiville Group betting big on the Territory capital's appetite...

Sydney's Circular Quay becomes the city's hottest steak precinct

A new wave of meat-focused restaurants is transforming Sydney's Circular Quay into a fiercely competitive steak destination, with the latest arrival turning...

Star Sydney cops $10M penalty

The Star Sydney has been handed a $10 million fine by the NSW Independent Casino Commission (NICC), with the penalties centred largely on the venue's failure...

Boag's Brewery closure sends shockwaves through Australian beer industry

James Boag & Son will cease production at its historic Launceston brewery in November has rattled the Australian beer industry, with operators and...

Minimum wages increase from 1 July 2026

The Fair Work Commission has announced an increase to the National Minimum Wage and minimum award wages. The increase applies from the first full pay...

Australia's hospitality sector under pressure as costs climb and closures mount

Small business owners across Australia's hospitality sector are facing mounting financial pressure, with rising operating costs pushing a growing number...

AMTD acquires 50% stake in The Ritz-Carlton, Perth in A$280m deal 

Global conglomerate AMTD has entered Australia's luxury hotel market, completing the purchase of a 50% interest in The Ritz-Carlton, Perth through its...

Politicians' night out turns ugly at Canberra Sports Bar

A Sydney-based football club in Canberra became the scene of an unexpected political flashpoint this week when a group of Coalition MPs watching the NRL...

Veterans' charity lands $19m windfall as Merivale snaps up CBD heritage site

Merivale empire has moved to strengthen its grip on the Sydney CBD, acquiring the former Combined Services RSL sub-Branch building, known as the Barracks...

Sydney pub market holds steady as industry mulls CGT changes

More than $100 million in Sydney hotel transactions have been recorded since the federal budget's proposed changes to the capital gains tax discount were...