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Darwin restaurateur turns to AI to keep hospitality alive

A Darwin restaurant owner believes a homegrown artificial intelligence tool could be the lifeline the hospitality sector needs, with a locally built AI...

Former NRL player-turned influencer spared jail over violent pub bathroom assault

A night out celebrating his twin daughters’ footy season ended badly for former NRL player-turned influencer David Drotini, who faced court over a violent...

RACV Inverloch Resort announces major expansion, including new premium ocean view rooms

In a major vote of confidence for Victoria's regional tourism sector, RACV today unveiled plans for a multi-million-dollar expansion of its Inverloch Resort,...

Gold Coast capsule hostel draws mixed reviews as locals join backpacker crowd

A Gold Coast pod-style hostel pulling in $250,000 a year in rent is attracting not just backpackers and students, but also locals struggling to find a...

Adelaide restaurateur’s venue collapses owing millions

An Adelaide hospitality operator has wound up one of his companies, leaving a trail of unpaid wages, superannuation and tax debts — and just $114 in...

‘Killjoys’ knock back carousel plan again, says Jerry Schwartz

Plans for a boutique carousel at Rydges Newcastle have been knocked back for a second time, leaving hotelier Jerry Schwartz “very disappointed” by...

Neil Perry swaps Song Bird for Gran Torino in Bay Street reboot

Neil Perry is steering his culinary ambitions from Asia to Italy with the launch of Gran Torino — his new restaurant opening this Saturday on the former...

Park Hyatt Melbourne sold for over $200M in biggest hotel deal of 2025

In Australia’s largest hotel sale so far this year, the landmark Park Hyatt Melbourne has changed hands for more than A$200 million, with Thai hospitality...

1800 Lasagne enters administration but keeps the doors open – for now

Melbourne’s beloved lasagne hotspot, 1800 Lasagne, has, as of 30 July, entered voluntary administration, leaving fans of the popular Thornbury eatery...

The Henson bucks the pokies trend, one free-range pint at a time

One Sydney pub is proving you don’t need flashing lights and chiming jackpots to keep the doors open. The Henson in Marrickville has carved out a loyal...