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SHOGROUP ACQUIRES EIGHT DRAGONS CHINATOWN

In a prime spot next to the Adelaide market, the new Eight Dragons Chinatown is the only hotel located in Chinatown and is set for a multi-million dollar fit-out by famed designer Tony Donnelly. Donnelly…
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FAST TRACK YOUR CARPET INSTALLATION WITH OUR GAMING DESIGNS

Our ReadyWeave program is excellent for projects with a fast-approaching deadline. Any design from Our ReadyWeave Catalogue can be achieved in just 6 weeks, meticulously crafted in the highest quality…
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QUEEN’S WHARF BUILD COST INCREASES

The Star Entertainment Group is sticking with an August start date for the staged opening of Queen’s Wharf despite rising costs and a drop in gambling revenue from its two existing casinos in Queensland. Star…
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A BREEZE TO REFURBISH

Paynter Dixon’s refurbishment of an outdoor gaming lounge for Campbelltown Catholic Club called for design ingenuity to resolve an issue of airflow.   Founded to support Catholic education, sport…
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A STANDING OVATION FOR AXMINSTER BY WAUTIER

Wautier carpets is known for its masterful designs and commitment to craftsmanship. With more than 90 years’ experience between Founder Chris Walters and Luxury Woven Specialist Maggie Keys working in…
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SAINTS CROWNED WINNER FOR WOW FACTOR BUILD

A masterstroke build, by FDC Construction, won best “Hospitality Buildings Refurbishment $10-$30 million” at the 2023 Master Builders Association Excellence in Construction Awards for the St Marys…
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PANANIA HOTEL USES THE “HOTEL CHARTER” AS INSPIRATION FOR MAJOR RENOVATION

Throughout the COVID-19 lockdowns, many publicans were faced with a dramatic change to their business model:  not just with the strict lockdowns for several months, but now following reopening with a…
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CRONULLA RSL GAMING ROOM REDESIGN

Out in the Sydney suburbs lies Cronulla RSL, a club that has recently undergone a major facelift with renovations on both its first and second floors. This project included a number of alterations to take…
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CASINO NEWS

The Star Sydney increases capacity as restrictions ease With COVID-19 restrictions easing this week The Star is planning to recall staff at both the Sydney and Queensland venues. The Star Sydney…
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CAPITAL’S NEW IN-HOUSE INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICE HAS ARRIVED

At Capital Design Works, we now offer an in-house interior design service for gaming rooms. We're thrilled to be able to provide our customers with a complete design and installation package – one…
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4 SIMPLE STEPS FOR SAVING ON VENUE SECURITY

The most costly part of any building project or refurbishment is driven by variations and re-work – changes to work already done. Not only do re-works add cost but they also push out completion dates…
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PLANNING ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN DEVELOPMENT IN A POST-COVID MARKET

Many of our hospitality venue owners have asked us questions around COVID, and what they need to do to prepare for the future. The questions we are most frequently asked are:  “What is life going to…
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