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James Packer on a roll with Crown Sydney win

THE timing could not have been better for James Packer. As the billionaire toasted the Australian visit of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe at drinks...

Aussie businesses urged to make changes before August 1

As of August 1 2014, PIN + chip will become the main form of card payment authorisation for businesses across Australia. The move will nullify signatures...

Restaurant owner sues Google claiming incorrect listing killed his business

A restaurant owner in the United States is suing Google for an incorrect Google Maps listing, which he claims led to a sudden decline in customers and...

Big name chefs lured to WA gourmet fest

A GOURMET food festival in Western Australia has lured a three Michelin star chef from the third best restaurant in the world to this year's event - and...

Another sale round for tavern

AUSTRALIAN Leisure Group’s Commercial Tavern in Ayr, Queensland is back on the market after failing to sell several years ago, with the company hoping...

Commonwealth Government Re-appointment of Chefs to Skilled Occupation List

The Australian Hotels Association (WA) has today welcomed the Commonwealth Government re-appointment of chefs to the Department of Immigration and Border...

New super guarantee rate now applies

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has reminded employers they need to increase the compulsory minimum super payments they make on behalf of eligible...

Aussie bars and restaurants make international design awards shortlist

12 Australian hospitality projects have made the international shortlist for the 2014 Restaurant and Bar Design Awards. A total of 20 Australian projects...

The lobby revolution

THE phrase hotel lobby used to be unambiguous. Its place in the world of accommodation was ­defined by certain constants. There would be a reception...

Interstate hotel group secures Acacia Ridge Hotel

The landmark Acacia Ridge Hotel has been sold by long term owners Andrew & Regina Stratis, as interstate investment in the resurging Brisbane pub sector...