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Accommodation Australia CEO Michael Johnson announces retirement

Hotel Management

MAY 27, 2024

Popular hotel industry figure and CEO of the nation’s peak accommodation industry body, Accommodation Australia, Michael Johnson, has announced his retirement, effective July 31, 2024. Accommodation Australia Chair David Mansfield thanked Johnson for his dedicated service.

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Mornington Peninsula spa retreats opens to open luxury accommodation

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

Mornington Peninsula wellness retreat Alba Thermal Springs and Spa is soon set to open a new luxury stay option for guests in an expansion into villa style accommodation. An on-site accommodation offering has been part of the development plan for Alba Thermal Springs and Spa from the very beginning,” said Alba’s General Manager, Craig Dodd.

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Quincy Melbourne achieves sustainability milestone in road to net zero

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DECEMBER 17, 2024

TFE Hotels has invested in the development of carbon footprint management systems including a Board-endorsed sustainability strategy, setting climate targets, establishing their in-house greenhouse gas monitoring, and reporting.

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NSW government invests in $16 million joint fund to draw international carriers to Western Sydney Airport

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MARCH 13, 2025

State and Federal government investment in attracting international carriers to the new Western Sydney Airport and improving its rail connection to the city has been welcomed by peak industry body, Accommodation Australia. This can only be great news for tourism and the economy in general. Thats music to everyones ears.

Marriott International’s Sean Hunt retires after 37 years

Hotel Management

JULY 2, 2024

Throughout his extensive hospitality career, he held several general manager and leadership roles throughout Asia Pacific, including as Regional Vice President, Pacific Region and Managing Director, Sheraton on the Park, and as the opening General Manager of the first Starwood Hotel in Vietnam, the Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers.

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Victoria’s tourism budget cuts ‘send the wrong message’ to hotel investors, AA says

Hotel Management

MAY 8, 2024

Peak industry body Accommodation Australia (AA) has raised concerns over cuts to Victoria’s tourism marketing budget, saying the move will impact visitation to the state and ‘sends the wrong message’ to hotel investors. Accommodation Australia National Chair, David Mansfield, said the move will have a direct impact on hotels.

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Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Completes First Phase of Renovation

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AUGUST 8, 2024

. “We are thrilled to officially unveil our newly renovated guestrooms just in time for the peak summer season,” said Bob Cosgrove, general manager of Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island.

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Key appointments: Hilton, TFE Hotels, Ponant

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JUNE 12, 2024

She returned to Australia in late 2022 after a 7-year tenure in Macau, as the General Manager Sales and Marketing for Sheraton Grand Macao and The St. TFE Hotels’ GM appointments TFE Hotels has announced several key Hotel General Manager appointments across their Adina, Vibe and Travelodge network in Australia and New Zealand.

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Hotels enjoy strong occupancy levels in Vivid Sydney’s 14th year

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JUNE 24, 2024

“This is an extraordinary event that brings people into Sydney, showcasing the CBD and all it has to offer,” said Accommodation Australia NSW General Manager Stacey McBride. “To

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NSW budget: boost for tourism, events and nightlife

Hotel Management

JUNE 17, 2024

The New South Wales government has vowed to increase support for tourism, nightlife and major events in the state budget, announced on Tuesday, marking a positive outcome for the hotel sector, according to Accommodation Australia NSW General Manager, Stacey McBride. Destination NSW will receive AU$324.5

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Exclusive: EVT signs Sydney ‘icons’ The Old Clare and Harbour Rocks Hotel

Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Announcing the partnership exclusively to HM , EVT revealed that there are plans to extend the partnership further, with experienced hospitality leader and former QT Canberra GM, Joel Gordon, appointed to oversee the multi-hotel collection as Group General Manager. Gordon will also serve as General Manager at The Old Clare Hotel.

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Choice bolsters Australia network with City Edge acquisition

Hotel Management

JANUARY 29, 2024

The acquisition, brokered by specialist accommodation property agency ResortBrokers on behalf of owners Peter and Irena Cushen, includes City Edge’s active franchise agreements, the brand, and associated IP.

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Fresh off the runway: Parkroyal Melbourne Airport reveals new look

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JUNE 13, 2024

“Melbourne Airport is welcoming record numbers of international and domestic guests, and recently won the best airport in Australia and the Pacific for the fourth year in a row,” said Parkroyal Melbourne Airport General Manager, Cameron Mead. “We

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Auckland welcomes 4.5 star Hotel Grand Chancellor, the group’s first new-build property

Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

“The investment of the Hotel Grand Chancellor brand in the New Zealand market is a testament to its commitment to providing exceptional hospitality experiences,” said Hotel Grand Chancellor Area General Manager, Steve Martin. The Level 1 restaurant, Forester Bar and Grill, can accommodate 80 seated and boasts floor-to-ceiling windows.

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Key appointments: The Calile, BWH Hotels, The Porter House Hotel and more

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APRIL 3, 2024

Chris Kemlo joins The Calile as GM TFE Hotels has appointed experienced hotelier, Chris Kemlo, as General Manager of The Calile Hotel in Brisbane. We have had great feedback since rebranding the hotel.

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‘Wow’ factor: W Sydney unveils penthouse suite

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APRIL 2, 2024

W Sydney has unveiled its luxury penthouse and five top-level suites, taking its accommodation offering to new heights following its opening late last year. The result is unlike any other in Sydney; the Extreme Wow Suite is the ultimate extrovert,” said W Sydney General Manager, Titus Rosier.

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Mondrian Hong Kong puts community-first approach into practice, welcoming single-parent families as VIP guests

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DECEMBER 19, 2023

Committed to giving back, Mondrian Hong Kong has partnered with locals NGOs to offer single parent families complimentary one-night accommodation including breakfast and dinner at the restaurants, along with a Peterson Group gift bag.

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AHICE Aotearoa gears up for another stellar event as conference heads to Christchurch for first time

Hotel Management

JUNE 4, 2024

“For suppliers and sponsors, AHICE Aotearoa is the perfect opportunity to network with New Zealand’s leading hotel general managers, owners, brand companies, developers and investors.” The post AHICE Aotearoa gears up for another stellar event as conference heads to Christchurch for first time appeared first on Hotel Management.

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Exclusive: hoteliers reveal impact of Taylor tourism as Swiftsteria takes hold

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FEBRUARY 13, 2024

On another level’, Accommodation Australia reports Destination NSW announced on Friday that more than 100,000 visitors are expected from interstate, intrastate and international markets for Taylor Swift’s Sydney shows.

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Exclusive: IHG’s Leanne Harwood departs Australia for major Americas role

Hotel Management

JANUARY 17, 2024

A respected voice in the industry, Harwood was elected the first president of peak industry body Accommodation Australia in 2021. She is a highly respected leader and prominent advocate for our industry, including as President of Accommodation Australia.”

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Osborn House expands to 27 keys with addition of five luxury lodges

Hotel Management

MAY 16, 2024

When Max Mason commenced the role of General Manager at boutique Bundanoon property Osborn House, he quickly realised that the weight of staffing costs related to the number of revenue-generated rooms left some room for improvement. But rather than cut jobs or wages, Mason decided to add more rooms. “I

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Quest opens new-build hotel in billion-dollar Sutherland Shire precinct

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MARCH 10, 2024

Quest Woolooware Bay fills a gap in the local market for amenity rich, comfortable and flexible accommodation,” said Ascott Australia’s General Manager of Growth and Capital Strategy, James Shields.

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Speakers revealed: global design leaders announced for Design Inn Symposium

Hotel Management

MARCH 27, 2024

Salter Brothers Project Director (Strategic Projects), Marie Colangelo, will be joined on stage by Shape Commercial Manager, Andrew Pickering, Stack Studio, Director, Grace Lei Guo, WMK Architecture’s Guy Blunden, and Dezign’s Mike Watson, for this discussion.

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Exclusive: inside the South Pacific’s HM Award-winning InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa is led by popular General Manager, Lachlan Walker, who said he was ecstatic with the win. “We All our rooms are spacious, with the lead-in accommodation being one of the largest in Fiji, starting at 63 square metres.

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Accommodation Australia CEO Michael Johnson announces retirement

Mornington Peninsula spa retreats opens to open luxury accommodation

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Quincy Melbourne achieves sustainability milestone in road to net zero

NSW government invests in $16 million joint fund to draw international carriers to Western Sydney Airport

Marriott International’s Sean Hunt retires after 37 years

Victoria’s tourism budget cuts ‘send the wrong message’ to hotel investors, AA says

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Completes First Phase of Renovation

Key appointments: Hilton, TFE Hotels, Ponant

Hotels enjoy strong occupancy levels in Vivid Sydney’s 14th year

NSW budget: boost for tourism, events and nightlife

Exclusive: EVT signs Sydney ‘icons’ The Old Clare and Harbour Rocks Hotel

Choice bolsters Australia network with City Edge acquisition

Fresh off the runway: Parkroyal Melbourne Airport reveals new look

Auckland welcomes 4.5 star Hotel Grand Chancellor, the group’s first new-build property

Key appointments: The Calile, BWH Hotels, The Porter House Hotel and more

‘Wow’ factor: W Sydney unveils penthouse suite

Mondrian Hong Kong puts community-first approach into practice, welcoming single-parent families as VIP guests

AHICE Aotearoa gears up for another stellar event as conference heads to Christchurch for first time

Exclusive: hoteliers reveal impact of Taylor tourism as Swiftsteria takes hold

Exclusive: IHG’s Leanne Harwood departs Australia for major Americas role

Osborn House expands to 27 keys with addition of five luxury lodges

Quest opens new-build hotel in billion-dollar Sutherland Shire precinct

Speakers revealed: global design leaders announced for Design Inn Symposium

Exclusive: inside the South Pacific’s HM Award-winning InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa

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