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AI ADOPTION IS UP, BUT IMPACT ISN’T: HERE’S THE GAP TO CLOSE

Artificial intelligence has moved from buzzword to daily reality across hospitality, but a new global report and a live trial at a Sydney McDonald's this month tell two very different stories about how…
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PERFORMANCE APPRAISALS ARE CHANGING

The traditional annual performance appraisal is undergoing a significant transformation. Rather than sitting down once or twice a year to assess what an employee has achieved, organisations are increasingly…
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BUILDING STRONGER CLUBS THROUGH THE CLUB DIRECTOR TRAINING SUITE

Strong club governance is about more than meeting regulatory requirements. It requires directors and leaders to have the knowledge, confidence and skills to make informed decisions, manage risk and guide…
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HOSPITALITY’S WORKFORCE SHORTAGE: TIME FOR A MORE PRACTICAL APPROACH

Australia’s hospitality industry is facing a workforce challenge that shows little sign of easing. More than 40,000 vacancies are currently estimated across hotels, pubs, restaurants and bars, with regional…
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BARRINGTONS ANNOUNCES EXTENDED PARTNERSHIP WITH LEAGUES CLUB AUSTRALIA

Barringtons is proud to announce the expansion of our partnership with Leagues Club Australia, strengthening our shared commitment to supporting Australia’s registered clubs. This next chapter builds…
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VISIT SMART TALENT FOR YOUR RECRUITMENT SERVICES AT STAND 612 DURING AGE!

Looking for your next great hire or career opportunity? Stop by Stand 612 and meet the team from Smart Talent. We specialise in connecting exceptional talent with leading employers across the hospitality…
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VISIT BARRINGTONS AT AGE 2026

With more than 34 years of experience supporting Australia’s club and hospitality industry, Barringtons brings together specialist expertise across consulting, compliance, education, workforce development,…
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BARRINGTONS MANAGEMENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS: STRENGTHENING VENUE OPERATIONS THROUGH SPECIALIST EXPERTISE

Managing a successful hospitality venue requires expertise across a broad range of functions, from compliance and risk management to workforce management, workplace safety and commercial performance. However,…
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SMART TALENT: WHERE GREAT CLUBS FIND GREAT LEADERS

Recruitment Isn't Just About Filling Vacancies When a key management position becomes vacant, there is understandable pressure to move quickly. Teams are stretched, projects slow down and senior managers…
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SMART TALENT: SMART CHOICES. SMARTER OUTCOMES

At Smart Talent, we believe exceptional businesses are built by exceptional people. As a boutique executive recruitment and talent advisory firm, we specialise in connecting outstanding professionals with…
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LIQUOR & GAMING NSW – COMPLIANCE CAMPAIGN

Liquor and Gaming NSW have announced a compliance campaign designed to check staff knowledge of their key gaming harm minimisation responsibilities. The below is their notice outlining their focus for…
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CASUAL WORKERS REMAIN IMPORTANT TO HOSPITALITY

There were 2.4 million employees who considered their job to be casual in August 2025, according to data released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Sean Crick, ABS head of labour statistics…
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