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A united tourism voice for Victoria

18 December 2008 | The Victorian Employers Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Tourism Alliance Victoria have announced the consolidation of their resources.


Timing is ideal for budget CBD hotel, says Accor

18 December 2008 | The opening of its newest economy hotel brand Ibis comes at a perfect time offering budget conscious business and leisure travellers a good alternative amidst the economic turmoil, says Accor.


Bennett signs on as the face of Miele

18 December 2008 | Shannon Bennett is the latest Australian celebrity chef to become the face of a major kitchen equipment brand.


Moo Moo in QLD has another win with appointment of new executive chef

18 December 2008 | Moo Moo has welcomed Philip Edwards to lead their kitchen team and help owners Steven & Autumn Adams take the restaurant to the next level.


Hotel options and prices mapped online

18 December 2008 | RACV has rolled out an exciting new online map feature that will make it easier for members and other potential travellers to compare and book accommodation Australia-wide.


StayWell Hospitality Group Announce First New Zealand Property

18 December 2008 | StayWell Hospitality Group (SWHG), owner and operator of the Leisure Inn and Park Regis brands, announced it had signed a long term lease agreement for a property in Auckland, which will be its first


Tourism was doing it tough before current economic pressures

18 December 2008 | A new tourism report released yesterday showed that domestic tourism was facing significant pressures in the 12 months to September 2008, well before the current economic factors came into play.


Tantalising taste buds this Christmas at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside, NZ

17 December 2008 | Executive Chef Trevor Griggs has introduced a new A La Carte menu to Atlas Cafe and Restaurant.


Bluefin Tuna Wild catch sets new record

17 December 2008 | Southern Hemisphere bluefin tuna stocks are in good shape, according to Australian fishing industry and aquaculture pioneer, Hagen Stehr AO.


Foodie Heaven descends on Auckland

16 December 2008 | One of the world’s most successful and sophisticated food festivals is coming to Auckland, as Taste of Auckland provides four days of unrivalled gourmet delight.


Growing a mo and raising funds for a good cause

16 December 2008 | National Leisure and Gaming (NLG), Australia’s largest specialist hotel and gaming owner, has raised nearly $16k for Movember in Sydney.


Restaurants and catering industry welcomes tax breaks

16 December 2008 | The Australian restaurant and catering industry has welcomed the Federal Government's announcement of a20 per cent tax break in the new year.


Callebaut Easter Egg Challenge at Crown Casino

15 December 2008 | Calling all chocolate connoisseurs chocolatiers, bakers, pastry and dessert chefs who are hungry to prove their passion, talent and artistry at Australia s premier professional culinary event, the


What the weekend papers said

15 December 2008 | A round-up of stories from the weekend's newspapers affecting the hospitality industry.


Australia s number one dairy revealed

15 December 2008 | When it comes to producing the nation’s best quality milk, South Australia s dairy farmers have thrown down the gauntlet to their counterparts from NSW, Qld and Victoria.


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