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Kimberley Malcolm General Manager – Member Experience & Compliance If you could get free tickets to any event in the world – what would it be?  I think it would have to be the Superbowl. I went to my first NFL game when I was 16 and I’ve been intrigued ever since.  I have absolutely […]

Dear Members, As many AHA (VIC) members now know, David Dicker has recently joined Diageo as State Sales Manager for both Victoria and Tasmania. Under his leadership, Diageo has assembled an experienced state sales team led by Field Sales Managers Lachlan Craven and Kyle Petrie and supported by 11 Victorian-based Diageo representatives who are ready […]

The recent boom of streaming services in Australia and across the globe has created another potential method of piracy with increasing relevance – using a personal streaming subscription to display sport content in a licensed venue. Piracy is a serious crime and generally occurs when a venue gains access to, or uses, a subscription television […]

In the heart of East Melbourne, where history and modernity merge, the city’s latest gem, Lanson Place Parliament Gardens, has opened its doors. This 5-star boutique hotel, housed in the historic 1901 Salvation Army Printing Works, offers a unique fusion of Melbourne’s rich heritage and cutting-edge design, making it the perfect urban sanctuary for those […]

A SMALL TEAM WITH BIG AMBITIONS At the recent Victorian Accommodation Awards for Excellence, Courtyard Melbourne Flagstaff Gardens earned the prestigious title of “Mid-range Accommodation Hotel of the Year.” For this vibrant, urban hotel on the fringe of Melbourne CBD, the accolade represents not only an achievement but a reflection of the unwavering commitment to […]

Our recipient this year certainly embodies the criteria for this coveted award, having embraced the many opportunities our industry has addorded them to travel and grow their career across the globe. A seasoned hospitality professional, they have cultivated a distinguished career across Europe, North America, Africa, Asia and Australia, having commenced their hotel career journey […]

As I hopped off the tram and began my walk towards the St Andrews Hotel in Fitzroy, I couldn’t help but be captivated by the beautiful Victorian structures that lined the streets, their ornate facades standing in stark contrast to the lush greenery of Fitzroy Gardens. The gentle sound of man-made waterfalls added a serene […]

Victoria’s pubs and hotels have welcomed the Allan Government announcement on certainty for natural gas supplies, which will allow the ongoing operation of commercial cooking facilities. Australian Hotels Association President David Canny said the Government will not consider requiring commercial buildings to replace gas appliances with electric alternatives when existing gas appliances reach end of […]

Australia is currently grappling with significant skill shortages across several critical industries, including hospitality. For many businesses, attracting overseas talent has become essential to securing the necessary skills for growth and operations. As the migration landscape evolves, the Employer Sponsored pathway, particularly the 482 Visa, has emerged as a vital route for skilled workers aiming […]

As of 26 August 2024, eligible employees will have the right to refuse employer contact outside of working hours. This change will allow for employees to better disconnect from work outside of their usual work hours. This change applies to non-small business employers. The change will come into effect for small business employers on 26 August 2025. As part […]