Two entrepreneurs reveal the staggering £800,000 price tag to launch a cocktail bar in Melbourne's CBD, igniting a fierce debate on the cost of doing business in Australia's hospitality sector. Read their full breakdown.
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver is set to relaunch his Jamie's Italian restaurant chain in the UK this spring, starting in London's Leicester Square. Read about the comeback plan and the challenges facing the hospitality sector.
UK pubs could stay open until 1am for World Cup 2026 if England or any home nation reach the quarter-finals. The Home Secretary's plan aims to boost hospitality and community spirit. Read more.
Independent brewers warn Rachel Reeves that new business rates threaten community pubs, with over 100 breweries lost and closures at record highs. Read their urgent call for a rethink.
The Victorian government announces a plan to cut public service staff costs by 10% to save A$1.6 billion. Learn the details and potential impacts of this major austerity measure.
The future of TGI Fridays' 49 UK restaurants is uncertain as the chain is put up for sale just weeks after a recent acquisition. 2,000 jobs are at risk.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms department heads must identify savings from lower-priority spending, denying major job cuts while redirecting funds to Medicare and tax relief.
New Savanta poll reveals 53% of Brits fear their local pub will close due to National Insurance hikes. The hospitality sector demands a VAT cut lifeline. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget to increase alcohol duty by 4.3%, adding 15p to wine and 47p to Scotch. Hospitality sector warns of devastating impact. Read the full analysis.
Nando's accelerates UK expansion with 14 new restaurants after profits surge. Discover the locations and how the chain is tackling cost pressures.
Discover Sydney's hottest new restaurants including Le Frerot and Bar Allora, plus exclusive travel benefits and wellness destinations transforming Australian hospitality.
Australian taxpayers fund unexpected government purchases including war-gaming boards and Minecraft education. Defence officials justify spending as vital training tools amid rising national debt concerns.
Victoria announces groundbreaking legislation to criminalise violence against retail and hospitality staff, with offenders facing up to 10 years in prison. Read about the new protections.
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
New research reveals UK hotels are haemorrhaging revenue as thousands of rooms remain empty, creating a £43 million annual black hole in tourism earnings.
Discover Australia's hottest November book releases featuring Helen Garner's first novel in years, Madeleine Gray's anticipated follow-up, and bold new takes on mythology.
The GMB union is embarking on an ambitious campaign to recruit thousands of new members across the Highlands and Islands, targeting workers in hospitality, social care, and other key sectors facing challenging employment conditions.
A pro-Israel activist is suing a Sydney restaurant, claiming he was vilified and excluded after his involvement in a controversial News Corporation media stunt. The legal case raises questions about political discrimination and free speech in hospitality
New research reveals the devastating £4.1 billion economic impact of the tourist tax on UK hospitality, with businesses urging government action to reverse the decline.
When a global Facebook outage left Australian COP26 delegates stranded in remote Scotland, local communities opened their doors in an extraordinary display of hospitality.
InterContinental Hotels Group confronts investor pressure as its association with Donald Trump's Washington DC hotel raises ethical concerns and potential reputational damage.
Heineken Ireland announces significant reduction of its directly-owned pub portfolio, selling 10 sites as hospitality sector faces post-pandemic headwinds and changing consumer habits.
Dozens of Pizza Hut restaurants across Britain face permanent closure as the chain undergoes significant restructuring, putting hundreds of hospitality jobs at risk nationwide.
Dozens of Pizza Hut restaurants across Britain are set to close permanently as part of a major restructuring deal, affecting hundreds of jobs nationwide.
Dozens of Pizza Hut restaurants across Britain are set to close permanently, affecting hundreds of jobs as the chain undergoes significant restructuring amid challenging market conditions.
The sudden collapse of Pizza Hut's UK operations serves as a dire warning for Britain's struggling hospitality industry, with experts predicting more casualties ahead.
Dozens of Pizza Hut restaurants across Britain face permanent closure as the chain undergoes significant restructuring, putting hundreds of hospitality jobs at risk nationwide.
Las Vegas faces unprecedented tourism decline as visitor numbers drop dramatically, hitting casinos, hotels and local businesses hard. Exclusive analysis reveals the economic impact on America's entertainment capital.
JD Wetherspoon implements significant price adjustments across its UK pubs as the Government addresses the cost of living impact on hospitality sector.
Australia's beloved Bluey has triggered an unprecedented coin collecting craze as the Royal Australian Mint releases limited edition 50-cent pieces featuring the Heeler family, causing queues and sell-outs across the country.