Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Hyatt Hotels Corporation is set to bring its luxury lifestyle brand Andaz to Australia in a collaboration with one of Australia’s largest integrated multi-tower resorts, The Star Gold Coast. The Andaz brand spans to 30 properties globally, with the Gold Coast addition marking the first from the brand in Australia and the Pacific.

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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. It’s such a vibrant and playful brand. Owned by EVT, the hotel is part of the group’s Independent Collection.

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JUNE 12, 2023

InterContinental Auckland names General Manager InterContinental Auckland welcomes Ryan South as General Manager ahead of its opening in late 2023. Her most recent stint was General Manager of Hilton Sandton, an appointment she held since 2019.

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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.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

EVT Hotels and Resorts has signed a deal with Invictus Developments to manage The Old Clare Hotel in Chippendale and Harbour Rocks Hotel in Sydney, under a new brand to be launched within the Independent Collection by EVT (ICbE) later this year. Gordon will also serve as General Manager at The Old Clare Hotel.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Marriott International has opened its highly-anticipated W Hotel Sydney – its third hotel from the brand in Australia. The debut of W Sydney, our third W hotel in Australia, signals a new era for the brand,” said Marriott International Area Vice President, Australia, New Zealand & Pacific, Sean Hunt.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 30, 2024

IHG Hotels and Resorts Managing Director – Australasia and Pacific, Matthew Tripolone, Precinct Properties CEO, Scott Pritchard, and InterContinental Auckland General Manager, Ryan South, were in attendance for the event, which included a welcome from Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei. “We

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Hotel Management

APRIL 11, 2024

25hours Sydney names General Manager Australia’s first 25hours hotel, which is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, has appointed Silvia Kypriotis as its General Manager. Winner of the HM Australian General Manager of the Year award in 2021, Kypriotis is recognised as an empathetic and people-oriented leader.

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Hotel Management

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

AUGUST 7, 2023

Ovolo’s Group Director of Marketing Stephen Howard will relocate to Hong Kong to work alongside Founder and Executive Chairman, Girish Jhunjhnuwala, with a focus on future branding and group initiatives. He will work in collaboration with Howard and alongside new Group Digital Marketing Manager, Kate Tulloch.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 19, 2023

“Mondrian is a brand that takes its inspiration from people, and their stories,” said Ennismore Co-CEO, Gaurav Bhushan. “It Yet the brilliance of the Mondrian brand is in its allure as a destination for locals as well as travellers. “I

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Hotel Management

JULY 18, 2023

EVT brand Rydges heralds a new era with the opening of newly transformed flagship property Rydges Melbourne on Wednesday July 19. The 370-key hotel, located in the heart of the theatre district, reopens following a major transformation project centred around the brand positioning of ‘refreshingly local’.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 22, 2023

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong appoints Australian GM Australian national Greg Liddell has been appointed General Manager, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Area Vice President, Operations overseeing Mandarin Oriental, Macau and Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo. This allows us to take guests on that journey when they dine with us.”

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Hotel Management

JUNE 1, 2023

Alan Christie has been named Area General Manager, Sri Lanka, taking responsibility for driving strategic performance of the three Radisson properties in the country. Christie brings over two decades of senior asset management experience most recently as Executive Vice President Advisory and Asset Management at JLL Singapore.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 1, 2023

In addition to these dining venues, W Sydney will feature a double-level bar called 29/30, which will serve up wine, cocktails and a Basque-inspired tapas menu, while offering views of the harbour above its 30-metre mosaic infinity pool.

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JUNE 13, 2023

It has quickly garnered a reputation for delivering uniquely Adelaide stays through its brand ethos to celebrate the city, its central location, beautifully appointed accommodation, and exceptional service. It is South Australia’s first TRYP hotel, and Australia’s only TRYP by Wyndham branded property.

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Hotel Management

MAY 16, 2024

Andrew Hills Sydney Novotel welcomes new GM Andrew Hills has taken on the General Manager role at Novotel Sydney Darling Square, also taking leadership of adjoining venue, Pumphouse Sydney, as of April 2024. Manly Pacific General Manager, Dylan Cole, welcomed Pavoni and the establishment of this new restaurant. “We

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Hotel Management

MAY 28, 2024

Keishi Spa therapists are trained to deliver a sensory journey through aromatherapy – partnering with luxury British brand Aromatherapy Associates – and offers treatments aligning with the seasons. The hotel also offers one of the biggest no/low alcohol beverage menus in Perth and healthy choice menu options across all dining outlets.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 25, 2023

InterContinental Wellington’s General Manager, Scott Hamilton, said the addition of this restaurant builds on the hotel’s reputation as one of Wellington’s top destinations for business and leisure. “It It feels good to welcome this exciting new dining experience to enhance our luxury line-up.”

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JANUARY 11, 2024

Led by General Manager, Ryan South, who brings over two decades of experience at IHG Hotels and Resorts in Australasia, Indonesia and the Pacific, the hotel employees an experienced and dynamic team of 100. Advieh, which translates to ‘spice’ in Persian, will offer all-day dining with a menu designed to share.

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APRIL 20, 2023

International hospitality brand Dorsett has opened its second Australian hotel at 615 Little Lonsdale St in Melbourne. The 316-room hotel , which officially opened on Tuesday April 18, forms a key component of the $2.4b Far East Consortium development, West Side Place.

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Hospitality Tech

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

and hear how Dine Brands, Ascent Hospitality and Kava Restaurants have leaned into technology to improve not only operations, but also the experience for general managers and front-line employees Join us Oct. 2-4 in Charleston, S.C.,

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Marriott International is sharpening its focus on luxury with the appointment of Krister Svensson as Multi Property Vice President, Luxury Hotels Australia and General Manager at W Melbourne. What are guests demanding? Marriott has been in the luxury and lifestyle hotel market for a long time.

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APRIL 4, 2023

QIC Investment General Manager, Megan French-Wright, said that opening represents a major step in QIC’s plans to make Watergardens a true mixed-use town centre.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 21, 2023

“This makes it the perfect setting for our Pullman brand, which has a history that dates back more than 150 years and now attracts a new generation of digital nomads, millennial globetrotters, and business professionals. Whether dining, drinking, working or sleeping, we’ve got all bases covered.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 23, 2023

Luxury hospitality brand The Ritz-Carlton has opened its second hotel in Australia, with the launch of The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne on Thursday March 23. We are thrilled to bring The Ritz-Carlton brand to Melbourne, and to open our second hotel in Australia,” said Marriott International President, Luxury, Tina Edmundson. “We

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Hotel Management

JUNE 29, 2023

Marriott International is preparing to introduce its experiential hotel brand Moxy to the Australian market for the first time with the upcoming arrival of Moxy Sydney Airport. General Manager, Michelle Scott. The new hotel will feature vibrant communal spaces, 24/7 dining options, as well as flexible working and meeting spaces.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is soon set to commence a AU$60 million refurbishment project that will see the introduction of a world-class dining precinct featuring new restaurants and bars. We are excited to reignite and add layers to the history of this landmark hotel,” said Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, General Manager, Sam Panetta.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is soon set to commence a AU$60 million refurbishment project that will see the introduction of a world-class dining precinct featuring new restaurants and bars. We are excited to reignite and add layers to the history of this landmark hotel,” said Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, General Manager, Sam Panetta.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Plans for a remodelled porte cochère and elegant lobby will commence in the new year, as well as a redesign of two of the hotel’s popular dining outlets. This project marks a significant milestone in the hotels history,” said Pan Pacific Perth General Manager, Paul Flett.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Each room features brand-new luxury beds, open wardrobes and decorative wallpaper. We’re redefining the luxury experience where guests can expect a 5-star level of personalised service that embodies the Amora difference,” said Amora Brisbane General Manager, Tom Bloomfield.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 20, 2023

“We were thrilled by the incredible response to our inaugural sailings in Australia and New Zealand and can’t wait to return in October 2024,” said Disney Cruise Line, senior vice president and general manager, Sharon Siskie. “We

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Hotel Management

JUNE 6, 2023

Renowned interior design studio O37 has been tasked with delivering a modern and sophisticated aesthetic that reflects the luxury brand and is guided by the principle of mindfulness. The new room designs perfectly encapsulate our brand DNA, reflecting the legacy of our founder J.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 1, 2024

As the first The Crest Collection property in the region, the property sets the benchmark for future hotels to come, according to General Manager, Norman Cross. “We We started working on this brand about 18 months back, and we are excited to launch this brand in a lot more markets,” Cross told HM.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

To find out what makes the property so unique, James Wilkinson caught up with Hilton Singapore Orchard General Manager Rupert Hallam recently. We’re proud to position ourselves as a dining destination with our award-winning food and beverage establishments that cater to every palate. There’s truly something for everyone.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Accor and global fund manager Salter Brothers have this week unveiled the new Novotel Sydney City Centre following a AU$20 million refurbishment of the former Mercure Sydney Wynyard. We’re delighted to elevate this hotel under the Novotel brand,” said Salter Brothers Managing Director, Paul Salter. Novotel Sydney City Centre.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

The Le Méridien brand is back Down Under, marking its return with the opening of Le Méridien Melbourne in March. General Manager Peter Minatsis discusses the latest iteration of the brand and what makes this particular hotel special. It’s all about coffee, culture and art and that’s exactly what the brand is.

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