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Mercure Doncaster to be built above local Bunnings
A modification to the DA will now see a Bunnings Warehouse hardware store replace the 100 apartments originally due

IHG launches in-room guest service app, IHG Studio
The new customised streaming and concierge app will be rolled out to Australia and other markets starting from 2020

Pro-invest Group ready to double HI Express portfolio
The company is aiming for a short-term goal of nearly 2,500 rooms across 11 properties within the next two years.

NZ Productivity Commission drops proposed bed tax
In a reversal of its viewpoint, Tourism Industry Aotearoa says it is pleased the Commission agreed with its view th

Accom investment pipeline for 18-19 nudging $67 billion
Regional Australia is taking an ever-sharper focus in terms of accommodation investment, according to a new report

Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach plots course for events
The redesigned and renovated beachfront hotel in Sydney’s eastern suburbs has offered an early look at its future

Hilton to bring Tapestry Collection label to Australasia
The announcement of the upscale brand’s debut takes the number of Hilton brands either operating or in the pipeline

Accor adds Mantra branding to Mackay Marina
The hotel giant will take over its second hotel in the Central Queensland town as part of a new franchise agreement

TAA members take a tour of Western Sydney Airport
Tourism Accommodation Australia hosted dozens of hotel General Managers from Sydney to an inside peek at the forthc

Accor leads industry push for First Nations recognition
Accor Pacific has initiated an industry groundswell for the wider hospitality industry to unite behind a major cons

Accor readying to open Mercure Canberra Belconnen
The second Mercure in the Australian Capital Territory is coming together well, ahead of opening day at the Canberr

Hotel supply line sets Australian inventory milestone
Amid a booming supply chain, new hotel openings for November have pushed Australia’s national room inventory abov

New Adelaide hotel to serve naval defence industry
A proposed new hotel at Port Adelaide’s Osborne naval base is on the lookout for a management brand to help capit

West Hotel Sydney to offer personalised guest stays
Guests can indulge in curated experiences based on their individual personalities via a new summertime activity pro