Hotel Management

JULY 13, 2023

Accommodation Australia appoints Policy and Research Advisor Peak accommodation industry body, Accommodation Australia (AA), has appointed Jenny Lambert as its inaugural Policy and Research Advisor. Her appointment will help Accommodation Australia tackle the number one issue holding back the sector, the skills crisis.

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Global travel business Intrepid Travel is expanding into the lodge accommodation segment with the purchase of Daintree Ecolodge in Tropical North Queensland from Morris Group for AU$5 million. This acquisition marks the next chapter in the Intrepid story, as we expand into the accommodation sector,” Thornton said. “We

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 3, 2024

New Zealand hotelier Chris Dickinson has introduced a new luxury accommodation brand to the market with four Auckland properties slated to launch within the first half of 2025. We go above and beyond to deliver exceptional experiences and service for guests, and provide premium property management for owners to optimise financial returns.”

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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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AUGUST 31, 2023

Jodi Brown takes the lead as GM of QT Wellington HM Awards 2022 General Manager of the Year Jodi Brown returns to EVT to take up the position of General Manager of QT Wellington and Museum Apartment Hotel. The Museum Apartment Hotel is a 97-room apartment-style accommodation offering, adjoining QT Wellington.

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JULY 5, 2023

Ascott appoints GM Sales and Distribution Ascott Australia welcomes Jennifer Warn to the Senior Leadership Team following her promotion to General Manager Sales and Distribution. Her expanded role sees her take management of all of Ascott Australia’s sales and revenue team members.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport’s new-look reception Whether its an annual family holiday or business trip, we know guests are seeking to make travel as seamless as possible right from the get-go, said Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport General Manager, David Ross.

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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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Hotel Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

Hilton Sydney welcomes new GM Hilton Sydney has appointed Malcolm Zancanaro as the new General Manager of the hotel. Mely Liu Furkhan will lead the pre-opening and conversion processes for all new hotel openings, with a focus on spearheading operational efforts.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Under a management agreement with Star Mountain Plaza Ltd (SMPL), Hilton will manage the newly built Residences alongside the Hilton Port Moresby Hotel, which is already in operation.

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Hotel Management

JULY 18, 2023

The Rydges brand is uniquely Australian owned and operated which is reflected in the design,” said Rydges Group General Manager, Hotel Operations, Troy Cuthbertson. The accommodation offering includes 310 King Standard Rooms, 35 Suites and 25 Apartments featuring a kitchenette, laundry, and separate lounge/dining spaces.

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Hotel Management

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. My job will be to take a guest approach, people approach and a business approach to make sure we have the right systems and operational processes in place.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 17, 2024

As the new Senior Vice President (SVP), Managing Director, Luxury and Lifestyle Americas (LLA), based in Atlanta, Harwood will be tasked with overseeing the daily operations of the LLA organisation, driving performance and operations of IHG’s six Luxury and Lifestyle brands and supporting growth in the region.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Following a record 1850 entries, the nominees have been announced for the 2024 HM Awards for Hotel and Accommodation Excellence, the 23rd annual event, presented by Sealy Posturepedic. Tickets are now available at hmawards.com.au 2024 HM AWARDS NOMINEES PROPERTY AWARDS – AUSTRALIA 1.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 10, 2023

QT Wellington General Manager Jodi Brown moderated a panel of young leaders from who were passionate about encouraging the industry to embrace change and value diversity. The operators also discussed the value of smaller city locations like Wellington, particularly with investment in large events, conferences and events.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 4, 2024

Over 30 sponsors are already onboard for AHICE Aotearoa – headlined by Principal Partners Accor, EVT, IHG Hotels and Resorts and The Ascott Limited – alongside many of New Zealand’s leading hotel operators and suppliers.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2023

But a recent AU$400 million development injection saw the launch of a further three hotels in two months , taking the owner-operator to new states ( VIC, ACT) and rounding out 2023 with 23 hotels in its network. Meriton Suites led the way in apartment style hotel accommodation. Has the traveller demographic changed?

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Hotel Management

MAY 29, 2023

Accommodation Australia CEO Michael Johnson presented to delegates at the APAC Revenue Management Summit Bart Sobies, CEO and Founder of iBooked.Online and The Accommodation Show podcast, presented the “Game Changers” session, discussing how AI technology like ChatGPT can revolutionise marketing efforts and enhance business growth.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Accor Pacific Chief Operating Officer PME, Adrian Williams, told HM there has been an unprecedented level of interest in Accor hotels and its loyalty programme ALL – Accor Live Limitless since the concerts were first announced – and not just in these two cities.

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JUNE 26, 2024

Adelaide Marriott names General Manager Adelaide’s first Marriott hotel, which is set to open in August 2024, will be led by experienced hotel industry professional, Paul Gallop, as General Manager. Gallop brings years of management experience, having led successful hotel openings and complex renovation project.

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Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The Aotearoa Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE), the largest and most influential hotel investment and operations summit, is set to return to Christchurch on Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 September. The event aims to further stimulate investment and advance growth in New Zealand’s hotel sector.

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Hotel Management

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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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Gurner Group hires former Crown Hotels CEO Gurner Group has appointed former Crown Sydney and Crown Hotels Chief Executive Officer, Peter Crinis, as Group Chief Operating Officer of Hospitality the latest of five major hires within the group from a stable of ex-Crown Resorts employees.

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AUGUST 18, 2024

Irlanda Garcia promoted to General Manager role Skye Suites Parramatta has promoted Irlanda Garcia to the role of General Manager. Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese, Garcia previously served as the on-property Front Office Manager, for which she was Highly Commended at the 2023 HM Awards.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Following its soft launch, The Capitol Hotel, General Manager Brad Worker and his team have improved and refined the offering over the last six months before proudly unveiling the new look to media this week.

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eHotelier

MAY 12, 2024

The Hollywood Roosevelt, the glamorous boutique hotel in the heart of Hollywood, announces the appointment of Andrew Jay as its new General Manager. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Jay brings a profound passion for hospitality and an impressive career managing restaurants and hotels spanning the U.S.,

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MAY 9, 2023

TFE Hotels has officially launched its billion-dollar accommodation and entertainment offering at the site of Melbourne’s historic Pentridge Prison. Wine Bar, cuisine, wellness, accommodation, entertainment, history, culture, and tourism – all of which means a growing visitor economy, more jobs and skills for our community,” he said.

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Hotel Management

MAY 9, 2024

Extended-stay accommodation business Urban Rest has acquired New Zealand short-term rental company The Urban Rest, expanding its collection of serviced apartments targeting the corporate market. Together, we will continue to deliver outstanding service and accommodations to our guests under the Urban Rest brand.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Over 60 hotel and tourism leaders will take to the stage and hot topics in hotel investment and operations will be up for discussion with top industry figures from across the Hawai’ian Islands, the United States and globally taking to the stage in informative Q&A and panel sessions.

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Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

South Australian accommodation management business M&G Hotel Group has bolstered its nine-year partnership with Choice Hotels Asia-Pac, with the addition of two new properties, Econo Lodge Port Augusta and Econo Lodge Dockside Glenelg. Our entire team is geared to support our 100% franchise operations,” said Fraser. “We

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

With upgraded accommodations and amenities, plus stylish Pixar flair throughout, Pixar Place Hotel is proud to deliver an elevated, distinctly Disney experience that only comes with staying at the Disneyland Resort,” said Pixar Place Hotel General Manager, Ron Silagyi.

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Hotel Management

JULY 30, 2024

Hosted by HM Magazine and Hotel Council Aotearoa, and attended by New Zealand’s leading hotel owners, operators, consultants, and suppliers, AHICE Aotearoa has experienced two hugely successful events in Auckland in 2022 and Wellington 2023. The full program for the 2024 AHICE Aotearoa will be announced soon.

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Hotel Business

AUGUST 26, 2024

We have created new internal roles to accommodate this growth, especially as we move into the lifestyle and food & beverage segments. A 20-year hospitality veteran, Abrams joined Twenty Four Seven as general manager to open The Steward, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel located in Santa Barbara, CA.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 12, 2023

With over 470 team members, 417 rooms, the largest events facilities in the region, not to mention three trains, a brewery, an 18-hole golf course and an equestrian centre under his care, no two days are ever the same for Rydges Resort Hunter Valley General Manager Gareth Long. You’re running a major operation here.

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JUNE 20, 2023

Sydney-born Public Hospitality Group is perhaps best known for its thriving network of pubs and bars, which includes the likes of The Norfolk Hotel and Maybe Sammy, but over the last 12 months, the business has been investing heavily in its accommodation offering, giving rise to a growing portfolio of boutique lifestyle hotels. “It

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Hotel Management

JULY 10, 2024

The partnership will see the hotel provide accommodation to players and coaching staff when travelling for games and training, accommodation discounts for players, staff and members and employment opportunities for players under the game’s ‘no work, no play’ policy. “We

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 7, 2023

Led by General Manager Nick Heath, the JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach also oozes style and sophistication thanks to its interior design by the legendary Philippe Starck alongside Foster and Partners.

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