IRIS MILLIONS REVIVAL AT HOTEL STEYNE

Sam Arnaout’s Iris Group has been busy making hay while the lights were out, significantly including a major multi-million-dollar restoration and expansion of Manly’s iconic Hotel Steyne.

COVID WEB CATCHES LAUNDY’S LION

Despite NSW being on the verge of reporting no new cases of coronavirus, authorities have not slowed their pursuit of those breaching Public Health Orders, taking in more pubs including a double-hit for the Red Lion over a Laundy family birthday lunch.

WOW PROFIT SLUMP BLAMED ON PUBS

ASX-listed supermarket giant Woolworths has reported a major profit reduction in its full year results for FY20, largely under the weight of the ALH portfolio being closed for months.

FINES, CLOSURES AND COURT AS PUBS BREACH COVID REG’S

Pubs and patrons across New South Wales and Victoria continue to incur fines, venues facing closure and court appearances as authorities plead for all to “take responsibility for safety”.

SALE OF THE WOODENBONG

Publican Sam Cruikshank has put to market his polished Woodenbong Hotel in northern NSW, including an adjoining vacant block of land for further prospects.

AVC UNVEILS BIG RENO AT BONNY VIEW

Australian Venue Co is about to unveil its lavishly renovated and rebranded Bonny View Hotel, looking to snag families through kid-focused entertainment and quality dining.

REDCAPE FULL YEAR RESULTS BRING PERSPECTIVE TO PANDEMIC

Redcape Hotel Group Management today announced full year FY20 results for Redcape Hotel Group (ASX:RDC), offering a solid perspective on the impact of COVID-19.

THE CAPTAIN SLUGGED FOR NO COOK

Paddington’s pioneering Captain Cook Hotel has come under fire by some seemingly spoiling for a fight, falsely accused of bowing to the movement challenging Australia’s formative years through the tweaking of its common name.

EXPANDING PUB GROUP’S GOOD INTENT

Grafton’s generous Good Intent Hotel and adjacent retail shopping complex have been sold to a growing pub syndicate for a reported record price for the region.