Industry voices
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Five easy ways to use AI in your accommodation business
Op-ed: Chris de Closey explains why AI adoption is no longer optional, and shares five practical ways accommodation businesses can…
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You can’t lead a people business from behind a desk
Hospitality’s talent challenge is really a leadership challenge, writes Jeroen Meijer from Pan Pacific Hotels Group.
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Archer takes aim: Strata pioneer calls for mandatory licensing in Queensland
As Queensland’s strata sector continues to grow, industry veteran Colin Archer is calling for mandatory licensing for body corporate managers.
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Hotel occupancy mid-year report card: A tale of two quarters
AA CEO James Goodwin says geopolitical uncertainty, higher fuel costs, and softer economic conditions continue to impact the sector.
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Stuart Lamont: Opportunity still exists for operators prepared to think differently
Stuart spoke exclusively with AccomNews following the CIAA conference and the release of the State of the Industry Report 2026.…
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Visa fee hikes raise concerns for tourism competitiveness
ATEC has warned that rising visitor visa fees are making Australia less competitive, with higher costs risking international tourism, working…
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Wage rise adds another cost challenge for accommodation operators
Australia's 4.75 percent minimum wage increase will take effect from July 1, with Accommodation Australia warning the decision will add…
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OTA virtual cards, the hidden cost hospitality can no longer ignore
This exclusive Op-Ed by James MacRae has sparked significant discussion around payment transparency, hidden transaction costs and the broader economics…
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Your event space is excluding guests—and you may not even know it
Accessible event spaces can attract more weddings, conferences and group bookings; improving accessibility means increasing revenue.
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Storm clouds, steady rooms: Sydney hotels hold their nerve
Sydney’s hotel sector remains resilient despite global uncertainty, with industry leaders pointing to strong travel demand, investor confidence and continued…
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