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Back in February this year, if you asked me what Global Gaming Women do and what I will benefit by being a part of the organisation, I wouldn’t have been able to answer off the top of my head.   Now? It’s fair to say I’ve drunk the Kool Aid and I’m all on board!  Global […]

Absolute Immigration supports AHA Australia members in addressing hospitality worker shortages guiding employers through visa options and application processes for skilled overseas workers, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience.   The Australian hospitality industry thrives on a diverse and talented workforce. However, recent years have witnessed a significant shortage of skilled professionals. In recognition of the […]

Sport is one of the great uniters – and in Australia, football is the sport that brings people together more than any other.  As any Australian who stepped outside of their front door during the Women’s World Cup in July and August of last year would have seen, football fans are the most passionate in […]

With stunning views of the Macedon Ranges, Marnong Estate is a haven where the art of winemaking meets culinary delight. Bringing Melbourne locals a taste of Italy from the heart of Mickleham, under the guidance of a new management team, the Estate now shines with a renewed sense of passion and innovation.  Since the appointment […]

AHA (Vic) and National President, David Canny said in his speech, “One half of tonight’s Nikakis Award recipient was born into a life in the pub, filling fridges, cleaning glasses and by 12 years of age, pulling beers. Training as an accountant and then working in a factory in Kyneton, returning to the pub was […]

Migration policies in Australia are undergoing significant changes, with recent amendments to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) and announcements from the May Federal Budget. For hospitality owners who rely on migrant workers, these changes have important implications for workforce planning and compliance. This blog post aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the […]

[Melbourne, Victoria] The pinnacle event of the Victorian hospitality industry unfolded on Monday, May 20 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 and awards ceremony. A crowd of 1200 attendees gathered at Crown Palladium for the […]

Quantaco’s oversight across a vast range of the Australian hospitality industry‘s financial performance makes it uniquely positioned to provide industry analysis and commentary.  Quantaco has released its latest Industry Insights Report, covering January to March 2023. The report highlights a positive trend throughout the quarter, showing significant growth in sales, beverage, and gaming turnover compared […]

AA (Vic) held a highly informative Hotel Market and Economic Outlook event recently at Sheraton Melbourne Hotel. Three of Australia’s most prominent industry analysts provided attendees with comprehensive insights into the pace and scale of our visitor economy’s continued post-pandemic recovery.   L-R: Alysa Witmitz, Adele Labine-Romain, Dougal Hollis and Mathew Burke MACRO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT  Adam […]

Culture, cuisine, and creativity can be found in abundance in the state of Victoria, and every year, the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival attempts to bring all those elements together at The World’s Longest Lunch. After more than three decades since its modest inception on the grounds of the MCG in 1993, the World’s Longest […]