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“Targeting working holiday makers makes no logical sense – they are a motivated and mobile workforce who help fill seasonal work, especially in the regions,” Australian Hotels Association CEO Stephen Ferguson said. “The lottery for second-and-third year working holiday makers will create skewed outcomes. “In the third year, only one in six can win a ticket. Read the latest edition of AccomNews HERE “This will do nothing but stop people undertaking six months remote work in their second year.

Backed by significant investment, new infrastructure and growing industry support, Western Sydney is increasingly drawing business events that bring visitors, hotel demand and spending into the region. Earlier this year, Business Events Sydney launched a dedicated Western Sydney Meetings Fund designed to attract more conferences and business events to the west, reflecting growing confidence in the region’s potential. The latest print edition of AccomNews is out now.

Image supplied by Novotel St Kilda ERDI has played a key role in the development of Novotel St Kilda as part of the broader St Kilda Collective, a partnership between Fortis, ERDI and Ondas, supported by the City of Port Phillip, that is investing more than $196 million in revitalising Fitzroy Street through hospitality, placemaking and community-focused developments. The latest print edition of AccomNews is out now.

AdobeStock By Iurii Seleznev The research found 60 percent of hosts and property managers experienced guest-caused property damage in the past 12 months, with 36 percent dealing with damage on multiple occasions. Among operators who experienced damage, 66 percent ultimately paid for repairs themselves because the costs were not covered by their insurance or booking channel.

The city recorded occupancy of 72.4 percent during August 2026, up 1.8 percent year on year, while average daily rate (ADR) increased 5.4 percent to $192.16. RevPAR reached $139.13, representing growth of 7.3 percent compared with August 2025. Alongside the record RevPAR result, Adelaide recorded its highest August occupancy level since 2019. More AccomNews: Quest marks new chapter for Adelaide’s north Two events helped drive hotel performance during the month.

AdobeStock By amankris99 - AI Generated The study found that new development was restricted due to expensive financing, high labour and construction costs, supply chain constraints and limited availability of development sites. As a result, investors were increasingly looking to acquire existing hotels that could be repositioned, refurbished or converted rather than taking on the cost, complexity and extended timelines associated with new construction.

Peppers Clear Mountain - Outdoor Balcony View. Images: Supplied Set across 20 hectares of pristine bushland overlooking the Glass House Mountains, the 51-room retreat has long offered Brisbane locals an easy escape into nature. Mandala’s investment preserves that sense of calm while introducing elevated interiors, refined finishes and thoughtfully curated experiences throughout, positioning Peppers Clear Mountain as a premium destination for memorable stays, weddings and corporate retreats.

By Edwin Saldanha Instead, they ask complex, intent-driven questions like “Recommend a quiet boutique hotel near the waterfront that allows dogs and offers EV charging.” The latest print edition of AccomNews is out now. Read it HERE If your hotel’s Google Business Profile (GBP) relies on sparse descriptions or incomplete details, AI search engines will bypass your property. They cannot guess your amenities.

Located on the pristine shores of Canberra’s heritage-listed Lake Burley Griffin, Eco Suites Canberra will introduce a collection of luxury triple-glazed glass geodesic dome suite experiences not seen in Australia, offering year-round overnight accommodation. The development also represents a significant milestone for tourism experiences in the nation’s capital, having secured the first-ever approval for overnight commercial accommodation on the shores of heritage-listed Lake Burley Griffin.

Image by InfiniteFlow on Adobe Stock By Mervyn Jackson, IT-ICU A property management system may hold the reservation. A booking engine accepts direct bookings. Channel management software distributes room availability. Payment systems process transactions. Revenue management tools adjust pricing. Guest messaging platforms send confirmations and updates. Housekeeping systems track room status, while access control systems may determine whether a guest can enter the room.