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Daydream Island becomes Gaydream Island with whole island takeover

The full island takeover and LGBTQIA+ celebration was delivered in partnership with Australian LGBTQIA+ travel…

Wage rise adds another cost challenge for accommodation operators

Raising the profile of management in the small to mid-sized motel industry

OTA virtual cards, the hidden cost hospitality can no longer ignore

Your event space is excluding guests—and you may not even know it

TIA’s Tourism 2050 Blueprint gets refresh to reflect significant landscape shift

“The operating environment for tourism continues to shift, and for that reason now is the…

Accor Group reaches 150 franchise hotels milestone in Pacific

Hotel Council Aotearoa launches search for inaugural executive director

Te Awa Suites Opens on Hamilton’s Motel Mile

TRENZ farewells Auckland as Christchurch confirmed for 2027 event

Cairns hotel market records decade-high investment activity as Acacia Court changes hands

With RevPAR up 60 percent since 2019, Cairns is emerging as one of Australia's most…

Mantra Albury strengthens regional offering with major refurbishment and new restaurant

Belmo Group expands into Hunter Valley with landmark luxury hotel management appointment

G’day Group acquires Habitat Noosa Everglades EcoCamp

Quiet achievers in Port Douglas: The hands-on story behind Lazy Lizard Motor Inn

Wage rise adds another cost challenge for accommodation operators

Australia's 4.75 percent minimum wage increase will take effect from July 1, with Accommodation Australia…

OTA virtual cards, the hidden cost hospitality can no longer ignore

APAC Revenue Management Summit returns for a LIMITLESS 2026

Connected stays: The new role of digital compendiums

Belmo Group expands into Hunter Valley with landmark luxury hotel management appointment

International Women’s Day 2026: Women leading change across hospitality and tourism

To mark this year's International Women's Day, three industry leaders share how giving time, knowledge…

Strong foundations: The secret to Belmo’s Hastings Street success

Sixty6 Acres: Diversity, sustainability, and a long-term Sunshine Coast legacy

Business iQ continues to evolve. Foxtel announces new agreement

Salt, sunshine and steady hands: Brett Togni’s second act at Neptune Resort Broadbeach

APAC Revenue Management Summit returns for a LIMITLESS 2026

LIMITLESS thinking drives new conversations at APAC Revenue Management Summit 2026; AI, profitability and revenue…

Accessible tourism partnership strengthens verified travel information across Australia

Australian operators outshine global tourism satisfaction benchmarks

Sustainability and global recognition celebrated through the Quality Tourism Framework

Mind the gap: Has the Australian gap year bubble burst?

Record attendance and industry optimism headline Caravan Industry National Conference 2026

Conference wrap: Record attendance, strong park performance, industry awards, rising AI adoption, and ongoing economic…

CIAA’s National Conference returns to the Gold Coast this May

Darwin’s hospitality workers get a ‘snappy’ introduction to Kakadu

Ingenia Holiday Parks backs North Queensland with Cowboys partnership

Australian Open serves up strong start to 2026 for Accor’s Melbourne hotels

Purpose built beds and mattresses for well-rested travellers

Commercial-grade mattresses are a must for accommodation providers, with a whole host of options to…

The most common and costly cleaning blind spots in hotels, serviced apartments and short-stay accommodation

Quality, sustainability and design in bathroom amenities

Layers of luxury: How smart bed presentation elevates every guestroom

Exclusive interview: Exceptional housekeeping takes positivity, patience and passion

Are you prepared to save a life?

We all hope an emergency won't happen, but planning ahead with first aid training can…

Meeting modern guest expectations at check-in

Managing last-minute cancellations during natural disasters

International fraud gangs targeting Australian travellers to Bali

10 years after the Lacrosse building cladding fire, the defects and disasters continue

Mantra Albury strengthens regional offering with major refurbishment and new restaurant

The million-dollar refurbishment of Mantra Albury includes upgrades to communal areas and a new, Mediterranean-inspired…

Trends, tones and tailoring for the perfect 2026 guestroom

Club Wyndham Mission Beach reveals fresh look after refurbishment

A look at the Sebel Melbourne Kew’s multi-million dollar transformation

Adina Perth plans new-look interiors in rolling refurbishment

Aloft Perth: Cutting plastic, not comfort

Working with Civiq, Aloft Perth installed water bottle filling stations on every floor for guest…

Shared memories and satisfied guests can be built around the barbecue

Business iQ continues to evolve. Foxtel announces new agreement

From centre court to resort court: When tennis becomes part of the stay

Accessible design that feels like a holiday, not a hospital stay

Smart fridge, smart choice

Smart fridges are revolutionising the way accommodation operators provide drinks, snacks and even meals to…

Why grab-and-go snacks are becoming a hotel essential

Hungry for travel: How food is shaping holiday home stays in Asia Pacific

From MasterChef champion to Pullman ambassador: Nat Thaipun takes hotel dining to the next level

Sydney Brewery buys White Bay Brewery’s Rozelle brewpub

Agilysys unveils wave of AI-powered hospitality tools at Inspire 2026 conference

Driven by its guestsense.ai strategy, these new intelligent features are transforming how hospitality harnesses the…

Are big brand hotels a thing of the past?

Smart strategies: Cutting-edge techniques and tools for optimising revenue management

Granfluencers influence older travellers’ booking decisions, UQ tourism study finds

Darwin’s hospitality workers get a ‘snappy’ introduction to Kakadu

Connected stays: The new role of digital compendiums

Digital compendiums are intuitive and welcoming for guests, and offer operators seamless integration and opportunities…

The revenue management myth: More data equals better financial performance

Agilysys unveils wave of AI-powered hospitality tools at Inspire 2026 conference

Working smarter not harder: Software solutions that streamline and simplify

Nesuto Docklands Apartment Hotel: Intelligent design in action

Job security takes priority as Australia enters a workforce reset in 2026

Australian workers are playing it safe in 2026, with job security now outweighing flexibility as…

Apprentice incentive cuts spark alarm as chef shortage deepens

Supporting employee wellbeing over Christmas: why mental health matters during the festive season

Welcome With Pride: Making belonging the standard in tourism

Prendiville Group embeds revenue management training into employee onboarding

The power play: Cutting energy costs through smarter purchasing and solar solutions

Volatile costs have put energy costs, and how to cut them, at the front of…

From wifi to EVs: The next essential amenity for travellers

Unlocking savings: How providers can cut costs with smart energy solutions

Maximising space and efficiency: The latest in space saving guest laundry equipment

Rethinking guest hydration: Eco-friendly drinking water options