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MATCHA, SPRITZ AND THE VALUE SQUEEZE

Australian hospitality venues are, on paper, busier than they've been in years. New transaction data shows the number of diners served nationally is up 9 per cent year-on-year. The trouble is what's happening…

DRINKING AND DINING HABITS ARE CHANGING FAST

Australians are becoming more selective about how often they go out, what they drink and how much they spend when they do. For hospitality venues, the impact is being felt across everything from beer and…
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FRENCHVILLE CONTINUES TRANSFORMATION WITH MAJOR DIGITAL ROLLOUT

Frenchville Continues Transformation with Major Digital Rollout Frenchville Sports Club has continued its major transformation with the launch of Go Join, Go Dine and My Courtesy Bus from Spoke Technologies,…

FROM CITRUS TO PASSIONFRUIT: THE NEXT RTD TREND

For the past four or five years, the Australian RTD market has been dominated by bright, familiar flavours such as lemon and orange. Now, passionfruit is emerging as the next flavour to watch, bringing…

NEW ANIMATIONS HELP LICENSED VENUE OPERATORS UNDERSTAND LIQUOR LAWS

People operating or working in licensed venues or events that sell or supply alcohol now have a new resource to ensure they comply with liquor laws, with the release of a series of short, educational animations. Liquor…

SCIENCE EXPLAINS WHY BEER TASTES BETTER COLD.

There’s nothing quite like enjoying a cold beer on a hot day after putting numerous hours in the office. Now, researchers have unveiled the reason behind the delightful taste of a chilled pint - and…

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THE HUNT FOR THE BEST CLUB MEAL IN NSW IS ON AGAIN

Celebrity chefs Matt Moran and Courtney Roulston are ready to embark on a road trip across NSW in search of the best club meal. As ambassadors for the 2024 Your Local Club Perfect Plate Awards, Matt…

WHY NURTURING A STRONG FOOD SAFETY CULTURE IN YOUR ORGANISATION IS IMPERATIVE!

As a country renowned for its culinary delights and vibrant food culture, the tragedy stemming from a seemingly innocent family lunch in regional Victoria in 2023 serves as a stark reminder of the critical…
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THE 2024 AHG EXPO: ONE MONTH TO GO!

The 2023 AHG Expo made history in more ways than one. Not only did it host the event’s first live cocktail competition in partnership with Diageo, and offer the largest ever lucky door prize – it also…
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NOT LONG NOW: THE AHG EXPO RETURNS IN MARCH

As one of the hospitality and gaming industry’s premier events, the AHG Expo has seen world-first product launches, hosted headline-making sports competitions and facilitated more new business partnerships…
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NEW FOOD SAFETY REQUIREMENTS ARE FAST APPROACHING – IS YOUR VENUE READY?

Amongst everything your venue has in the works as we approach the silly season, have you had the opportunity to review the upcoming changes to food safety requirements? From Friday 8th December 2023, any…

VENUES ARE IN FOR A BUMPER FUNCTIONS SEASON

Venues should get ready for a bumper summer with ResDiary data showing a 21% surge in 20 person-plus bookings during previous November to January months, compared to a normal three-month period over the…