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Victorian Premier, Daniel Andrews has this morning announced that the Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games event will not go ahead. Mr Andrews noted the 12-day event, scheduled to be hosted across the five Victorian regional hubs of Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat, Gippsland and Shepparton, initially budgeted to cost $2.6b, would instead likely cost between $6-7b to deliver.  The […]

A complete list of topics for the 2023 HospoFuture Expo has been revealed, featuring influential figures from the hospitality industry and beyond. The upcoming HospoFuture Expo, organised by the Australian Hotels Association Victoria, is scheduled to take place at the W Hotel in Melbourne on Wednesday, August 30th, 2023. Keynote Speaker – Julie Hirsch  Julie […]

Many will tell you to “go to Chapel St” for a refined yet relaxed dining experience in South Yarra; however, nestled right next to the Royal Botanical Gardens lies the stunning, lush and elegant Botanical Hotel. The Botanical has done well to snag Sam Hopkins as their visionary leader and former chef of 2-star Michelin […]

Recently, Gavin Keegan of PFD Food Services had the pleasure of sitting down with Chef Jake Furst, the talented Executive Chef of Terminus Hotel Fitzroy North and the recipient of the prestigious Chef of the Year award. During their engaging conversation, Jake shared insights into his culinary journey and offered valuable advice for aspiring chefs.  […]

Set above the city skyline, the Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne celebrates ancient stories and vibrant cultures, with stunning design and immersive experiences.   The Ritz-Carlton, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 exceptional hotel brands, opened the Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne in March. In doing so, debuting an oasis of elevated luxury in the heart of the metropolis that soars […]

Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway was awarded Choice Hotels 2022 International Best of Choice Award at the group’s International “Unstoppable” Convention in Las Vegas at the end of April.  This International Award recognises the Wangaratta hotel as a stand-out Quality branded property and places it among the best in the Choice Hotels International network of over […]

Australia’s Newest Dorsett Hotel Now Open!

The initial lineup for the 2023 HospoFuture Expo has been revealed, featuring influential figures from the hospitality industry and beyond. The upcoming HospoFuture Expo, organised by the Australian Hotels Association Victoria, is scheduled to take place at the W Hotel in Melbourne on Wednesday, August 30th, 2023. Good Talent Media is a full-service communications and PR […]

Le Méridien Melbourne draws back the curtain with an impressive debut One of Melbourne’s most historic entertainment sites has been reimagined, following the opening of Le Méridien Melbourne recently. This grand occasion marked the brand’s highly-anticipated reintroduction to Australia. The impressive new hotel development, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, now […]

Victoria’s Hospitality Industry Shines at the 2023 AHA (Vic) State Awards for Excellence: Outstanding Performers Recognised The pinnacle event of the Victorian hospitality industry unfolded on Monday, May 15 at Crown Palladium, with a diverse array of venues and influential figures in the sector being honoured in 40 distinct categories during the sold-out gala dinner […]