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Byron Bay’s iconic Beach Hotel sells for A$140 million

The Beach Hotel in Byron Bay, affectionately known as ‘The Beachie’, has changed ownership in a A$140 million deal making it the second-highest sale...

Supreme Court overturns fines for pub director over liquor breaches

The director of two licensed venues in Derby, Western Australia, has welcomed a Supreme Court decision that quashed more than A$140,000 in penalties imposed...

Alleged restaurant arsonist accidentally sets himself on fire

CCTV footage released by police on Wednesday shows the moment an alleged arsonist set himself on fire during a targeted attack on the Al Marjan restaurant...

Revised plans lodged for Voco Maroochydore

A new application has been submitted to the Sunshine Coast Council for the Voco Maroochydore development, which includes a hotel, restaurant, and residential...

Urgent alert for small hospitality businesses: Are you ready for the Right to Disconnect laws by august 2025?

New legal changes are about to rewrite the rules of after-hours communication for small businesses in hospitality. From August 26, 2025, Australian small...

Colin Fassnidge teams up with Nelly Robinson to launch new chef series

Australia’s first true gastropub is launching Winston and Mates, an exciting chef-led dinner series bringing big names and bold flavours to the table.Kicking...

Tabcorp revamps pub model, cuts commissions for 1,300 venues

Tabcorp Holdings Ltd is implementing sweeping changes to its retail wagering agreements, with more than 1,300 hotels set to lose commission payments under...

Pub portfolios expand as Sydney venues hit the market

Sydney’s pub scene is undergoing a wave of ownership change, as several prominent venues across New South Wales are listed for sale. The movement is...

Rick Stein to open third Australian restaurant at Coogee Beach

Rick Stein is expanding his Australian footprint, bringing his signature seafood-focused cuisine to Coogee Beach later this year. Stein and his wife and...

Zephyr Cafe criticised for turning away customers

East Fremantle’s Zephyr Cafe has sparked controversy after placing a “no new orders” sign during busy periods, leaving some patrons turned away despite...