Melbourne suburbs hold the key for hotel investors
Melbourne’s suburbs are catching the eye of hotel investors and developers, as economic growth spreads beyond the city centre in one of the world’s most liveable cities.
Marriott International appoints five new General Managers across its growing portfolio in Australia
Marriott International has appointed five new General Managers to lead the launch of some of its newest properties across Australia. The appointments come at a time of great growth for the company, with 10 new hotels set to open in the next two years in Australia alone.
Sustainability measures help hotel investors beat spiralling energy costs
Australia’s soaring energy costs are forcing a growing number of hotel owners and operators to look for new ways to drive efficiencies and protect their bottom line.
New Zealand Holiday Parks encourage electric vehicles with new charging stations
Holiday parks in New Zealand are putting their money where their mouth is with the installation of 54 electric vehicle chargers in 24 holiday parks around the country, encouraging the use of electric vehicles.
Wellington City Council approves new Conference and Exhibition Centre
Wellington’s future as a business events destination has been assured with Wellington City Council giving the green light for the new Conference and Exhibition Centre.
AccorHotels celebrates 2019 partnership with the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival
For the second consecutive year, AccorHotels is proud to announce the title of Official Accommodation Partner of the 2019 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival.
Marriott International has trained 500,000 hotel workers to recognize the signs of human trafficking
Marriott International has announced that, as of this month, it has successfully trained 500,000 hotel workers to spot the signs of human trafficking in its hotels and how to respond if they do, marking a watershed moment in the global fight against this multinational crime.
With the hotel sector experiencing such strong growth in Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific, it is only natural to expect industry news sources to expand their delivery methods.
Australian hotel sales total $1.8 billion in 2018 - Colliers International Report
Despite a slow start to 2018, Australian hotel sales volumes picked up over the second half of the year to record a total of $1.8 billion, across 37 transactions (including two portfolio deals), according to Colliers International.
