Maximum Occupancy Accommodation Industry Conference returns to Australia in 2018
A must-attend for hoteliers and accommodation providers of all types, this year's Maximum Occupancy Conference theme will focus on the latest trends, future insights, and everything a hotelier needs to know to maximise revenue, get more direct bookings, and successfully adapt in the ever-...
Crystalbrook Collection announces opening date for Cairns 'Riley' Hotel
Crystalbrook Collection will be launching Cairns' first new five-star hotel in over 20 years, the 'Riley', on 6 November 2018 - and have scheduled their other two luxury hotels to open mid and late 2019.
SO/ Auckland hotel announces design partner for November 2018 opening
International luxury lifestyle hotel brand SO/ will open its first hotel in Auckland on 1 November 2018, with renowned Kiwi fashion innovators WORLD announced as the signature design partner.
Novotel Twin Waters Resort sold in $100m deal to Shakespeare Property Group
The Shakespeare Property Group has completed the $100 million purchase of Novotel Twin Waters Resort on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, who intent to improve the current facilities and reposition the resort as a leading business events venue and leisure resort in Queensland.
The Federal Government has approved plans to develop a new 4 star, 192-room Rydges hotel and conference facility in the Gold Coast Airport’s terminal precinct.
McLaren Vale winery Wirra Wirra new hotel development
Wirra Wirra will partner with Greaton on a project to build the first five-star accommodation of scale in the McLaren Vale wine region and the first integrated winery resort of its type in South Australia.
See the deductions available in a hotel restaurant
Many customers judge a hotel by its restaurant, so it can only be expected that hoteliers put a lot of resources into making their restaurants fit for an unforgettable dining experience - Fortunately for hoteliers, many of the fit-out costs can be recouped through depreciation deductions.
Rotorua Lakefront and Whakarewarewa Forest to receive $27 million funding boost
The Rotorua Lakefront and Whakarewarewa Forest has been given a significant boost from the Provincial Growth Fund, which is investing $27.4 million to help unlock its potential as a world-class tourist destination.
Qantas to partner with Cathay Pacific set to boost Australian tourism numbers
Cathay Pacific and Qantas customers are set to benefit from a new codeshare agreement that leverages the strengths of each carrier’s regional networks and provides more options for customers travelling between Australia and Asia.