Industry voices
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Packed parks: Unprecedented December demand
CIAA reported record December occupancy across caravan & tourist parks. CEO Stuart Lamont explains what's driving their popularity.
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Australia’s recovery is progressing but real growth needs support
Recovery in the tourism sector is happening, but it is slow, uneven and heavily concentrated, writes ATEC's Peter Shelley.
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Hotel occupancy end of year report card: Solid A-
Accommodation Australia's James Goodwin reveals occupancy rates have improved overall, providing a sense of optimism for 2026.
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Game, set and match – sports tourism aces Australian hotel occupancies
Exclusive Op-Ed: JLL’s Ross Beardsell argues that hoteliers will need to be on the ball to sustain the momentum in…
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Op-Ed: What’s on the horizon in 2026 for travel agents
As we kickstart 2026, it’s the perfect time to take stock of the trends and shifts that defined the travel…
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Hotels score solid A- as occupancy lifts across most capitals
Hotel report card: A solid A-. A strong year overall, with even higher marks in sight if international arrivals lift…
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Big events, big bookings as NSW heads into a strong January
A bumper summer so far for NSW tourism, as Greater Sydney hotels averaged 80.3 percent occupancy in December, climbing to…
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Accessible design that feels like a holiday, not a hospital stay
Some simple modifications can help create rooms with inclusive design that is both practical and visually appealing.
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Accommodation Australia charts 2026 priorities at Gold Coast board meeting
Workforce shortages, short stay rules and energy compliance dominate discussion at Accommodation Australia's latest board meeting
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Apprentice incentive cuts spark alarm as chef shortage deepens
James Goodwin, CEO of Accommodation Australia warns new funding model “couldn’t come at a worse time”
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