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Five challenges facing regional tourism in Australia
Perhaps surprisingly, absolute tourist figures for visits to regional areas of Australia are no greater than in 1998. So, as…
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PEHN agm ready this month
The Professional Executive Housekeeper’s Network is to hold pts 2014 annual general meeting on 28 October at Crown Towers Boardroom…
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Wifi bungle costs Marriott $600K
Marriott International will pay $600,000 to resolve a Federal Communications Commission investigation into whether Marriott intentionally interfered with and disabled…
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Fire equipment servicing legislation in force 1 January
After significant consultation with both community and industry stakeholders, the Queensland government has officially adopted new legislation regarding the service…
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Industry unhappy with Wotif takever
Australia’s competition watchdog has given the green light for global travel booking giant Expedia’s $700 million takeover of Wotif.com. Hotel…
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Owners’ groups fight new strata legislation
The Unit Owners Association of Queensland is urging the Queensland government and it’s attorney-general to review body corporate legislation that…
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Second honeymoon within months for Adelaide couple
Adelaide local and newlywed, Alexander Kromwyk, has just returned from his European honeymoon and is set to re-pack his suitcase…
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Airbnb = costly overnight stay
NSW councils are threatening hefty penalties for property owners renting out houses and rooms through short-term accommodation sites such as…
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Industry groups finish G20 Brisbane training
Brisbane’s lord mayor Graham Quirk says that more than 1000 Brisbane tourism and hospitality workers and volunteers have now completed…
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Businesses that ban bad reviews banned
Last week, California’s lawmakers introduced a bill that would make it illegal for companies to penalise customers who post negative…
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