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Brisbane pubs called on to add hotel accommodation ahead of 2032 Olympics

Brisbane’s suburban pubs are being called on to play a much bigger role than pouring pints, with the city facing a serious accommodation squeeze in the...

Restaurant scraps controversial “suggested tip” after customer backlash

The owner of a Sydney CBD Italian restaurant that sparked backlash over a “suggested” tip has now scrapped the practice after diners pushed back. Ragu...

The Grounds tipped to bring its ‘Instagram-famous’ flair to Wollongong’s Lagoon site

One of Sydney’s most photogenic hospitality brands is shaping up as the favourite to take over the lease of Wollongong’s iconic Lagoon Restaurant site. The...

Late-night trade push meets local resistance across Sydney

Sydney’s nightlife reboot is running into some familiar roadblocks, with several suburban pubs and bars discovering that not everyone is thrilled about...

Sunshine Coast Council approves $150m Crowne Plaza Maroochydore

Construction of Crowne Plaza, in the heart of Maroochydore’s Ocean Street, will commence in April next year following Sunshine Coast Council’s approval...

Long-running Brighton Le Sands venue caught in council dispute

Bayside Council says it’s facing a major repair bill after ending its long-term relationship with the Antonopoulos family, operators of the landmark...

Daylesford pub crash driver ordered to explain refusal to assist inquest

The driver at the centre of the Royal Daylesford Hotel beer garden tragedy is being told he must front court and explain why he’s refusing to help a...

Pub player Harvest pours $500m into new open-ended fund

Pub investor Harvest Hospitality is rolling out a new open-ended fund aimed at both retail and wholesale investors, with an eye on raising about $500 million...

Pubs to pads? Hospitality heavyweights explore residential add-ons

Australia’s pub heavyweights are eyeing a new frontier — housing — as pressure mounts to boost the country’s supply of new homes. With planning...

Lady Chu turns bad reviews into Sydney’s hottest Dinner invitation

Screenshots of savage Google reviews are usually a nightmare for venues, but at Potts Point’s Lady Chu they’ve turned into a calling card. Owner Nahji...