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OTAs take on “anti-competitive” Google in battle of giants
OTAs including Expedia and Tripadvisor are pushing the European Union to take action against Google over the US giant’s alleged…
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Developments
Alleged hotel knicker nicker blames “fetish”
A man accused of stealing bras and lacy undies from Sydney hotel rooms has described his alleged behaviour as a…
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Training costs slashed and needy Aussies targeted in new recruitment drives
WA will cut by half its TAFE fees for hospitality and tourism students in a drive to recruit more trainees…
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Developments
Tourism slowdown “concerning”, despite successes
Despite strong growth recorded in parts of the country, the government’s newly-released International Visitor Survey shows slowing growth and first…
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Industry
Byron named among world’s worst for overtourism
Byron Bay features on a new global map showing locations suffering the greatest rates of overtourism on the planet.
Read More Trivago admission paves way for multi-million-dollar fine
Hotel comparison site Trivago is facing a multi-million-dollar penalty after admitting misleading conduct in its prosecution by the Australian Competition…
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$37m adventure resort to cash in on Sunny Coast accom boom
A $37 million adventure park planned for Steve Irwin Way near Australia Zoo will prioritise the building of its eco-style…
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Industry
Visa changes “much needed” as hospitality struggles for local workers
Visa changes making it easier for non-nationals to work Down Under will help fill the industry's cavernous labour gap, says…
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Industry condemns decision on casual workers’ pay
Two major industry bodies have criticised a Federal Court ruling which could see Australian businesses forced to pay billions in…
Read More Sydney’s new cool led by ground-breaking hotels
Not since before the 2000 Olympics has the city seen a fervour of hotel building and renovation - and this…
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