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Industry
Person-to-person connections can help seal the deal
Sales offices, once a hub of social engagement, have grown silent. If you listen very closely, you might be able…
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Developments
Army of backpackers to drive disaster zone recovery
Backpackers will be allowed to stay longer in Australia to help recovery across fire-ravaged communities under temporary working holiday visa…
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Developments
Airbnb and Trivago profits plunge as “bloated” Expedia vows to do better
Two of the world’s biggest travel platforms have seen their profits tumble following a turbulent period for accom. And a…
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Developments
Will landmark ruling change review culture?
The Federal Court has ordered Google to reveal the identity of a reviewer who posted negative comments about a Melbourne…
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Industry
Staff entitlements: key tips for compliance
The appointment of administrators to George Calombaris’s restaurant group, serves as a timely reminder for other operators in the accommodation…
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Developments
Bleak picture for Gold Coast MONA as planners reject $160m resort
A $160 million wellness retreat and gallery planned for the Gold Coast hinterland is a flood risk and should be…
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Developments
WA to get short let curbs – but devil’s in the detail
All holiday let hosts will soon require registration across WA, in a decision industry bodies are hailing as a victory…
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Industry
“Savage blow to tourism”: The call for a partial ban lift
Australia's peak business body has described an extended ban on visitors from mainland China as a "savage blow to tourism"…
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Industry
Why incentives increase your direct bookings
One of the most effective ways to encourage your customers to book directly on your website, according to a recent…
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News
The Excite Holidays administrators’ report is out. Here’s everything you need to know
The administrators appointed by Excite Holidays have released their much-anticipated report to creditors on the wholesaler’s collapse.
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