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q u e e n s l a n d h o T E L S a s s o c i a t i o n<br />

J u l y 2 0 1 8 e d i t i o n<br />

Exploring<br />

Modernism<br />

BURKE & WILLS HOTEL<br />

INSIGHTS:<br />

AWARD WINNING<br />

GAMING VENUES<br />

COMPASS:<br />

TOOWOOMBA<br />

TOP OF THE DOWNS<br />

SHOWCASE:<br />

AUSTRALASIAN GAMING<br />

EXPO TIME


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Bernie Hogan with Mark Hurst from the Pine Beach Hotel in Emu Park.<br />

NORTHERN EXPOSURE<br />

AS THIS EDITION GOES TO PRINT<br />

THE <strong>QHA</strong> ARE NOW OFF AND<br />

RUNNING IN THE JUDGING<br />

FOR THE ANNUAL AWARDS FOR<br />

EXCELLENCE.<br />

It has been a pleasure getting out to see so many members this month and to get<br />

their feedback on how the <strong>QHA</strong> is helping them in their local areas.<br />

This month started with our Accommodation members in Cairns. As the winter<br />

winds started down south, I am thoroughly convinced our northern members are<br />

in God’s own country! Whilst there have been “up and down” results for some<br />

members, the growth of the tourism offering in the far north is nothing short of<br />

spectacular.<br />

Our second Pubs, Pots and Profits seminar ran in Rockhampton last month as<br />

well, with members from both near and far attending. Again, it is pleasing to<br />

see central Queensland starting to rebound as economic conditions slowly turn<br />

around. Both coastal and inland venues were well represented and show how<br />

these job-creating businesses truly are the lifeblood of so many communities.<br />

For the 50 or so members that attended, there were plenty of “take-away” gems<br />

including tips on social media and controlling food costs, with of course, plenty of<br />

information swapped between members.<br />

Finally, as this edition goes to print, the <strong>QHA</strong> are off and running with judging for<br />

the annual Awards for Excellence. Once again thanks for all the hard work on the<br />

entries. It will be an enormous task to split the fantastic venues and properties<br />

across the state. We look forward to announcing the finalists and welcoming you<br />

all at the Awards Night on October 8th!<br />

BERNIE HOGAN<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> CHIEF EXECUTIVE/EDITOR<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> REVIEW | 3


3 EDITOR’S LETTER<br />

J U l y 2 0 1 8 e d i t i o n<br />

5 CONTRIBUTORS<br />

8 NEWS<br />

<strong>QHA</strong><br />

Level 14, 270 Adelaide Street<br />

Brisbane, Queensland 4000<br />

GPO Box 343<br />

Brisbane, Queensland 40<strong>01</strong><br />

Phone: 07 3221 6999<br />

1800 177 594<br />

Fax: 07 3221 6649<br />

Web: www.qha.org.au<br />

Email: info@qha.org.au<br />

Office Hours<br />

8.30am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday<br />

President<br />

Mr Tom McGuire<br />

Senior Vice President<br />

Mr Richard Deery<br />

Vice Presidents<br />

Mr Scott Armstrong<br />

Mr John Douglas<br />

Mr Brad Fitzgibbons<br />

Secretary/Treasurer<br />

Mr Tony Condon<br />

Trustees<br />

Mr Will Cordwell<br />

Mr Peter Britain<br />

Chief Executive and Editor<br />

Mr Bernie Hogan<br />

www.qha.org.au<br />

16 FEATURE:<br />

BURKE & WILLS HOTEL<br />

26 INSIGHTS:<br />

AWARD-WINNING GAMING VENUES<br />

36 ACCOMMODATION UPDATE<br />

38 COMPASS:<br />

TOOWOOMBA, TOP OF THE DOWNS<br />

48 TOP DROP<br />

50 AETHER BREWING SHOWCASE<br />

54 AGE SHOWCASE<br />

62 TRADE DIRECTORY<br />

64 PARTNERS & CORPORATE MEMBERS<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> REVIEW | 4<br />

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For all editorial and advertising queries:<br />

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DAMIAN STEELE<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> Industry<br />

Engagement<br />

Manager<br />

A hospitality industry<br />

professional with over<br />

30 years’ experience<br />

in liquor, gaming and<br />

operations. Damian<br />

has a strong focus<br />

on compliance and<br />

legislation.<br />

ROSS TIMS<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> Training and<br />

Safety Manager<br />

Ross manages the<br />

development and<br />

delivery of industry<br />

related training courses<br />

and the provision of<br />

workplace health and<br />

safety services to<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> member hotels<br />

and other hospitality<br />

venues.<br />

PAUL ST JOHN-WOOD<br />

Membership Officer<br />

Paul is the face of the<br />

Association to many<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> members as he<br />

travels the length and<br />

breadth of the state<br />

visiting, advising and<br />

assisting publicans.<br />

JUDY HILL<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> Accommodation<br />

Division Manager<br />

As a professional<br />

advocate for the<br />

accommodation sector<br />

of the hotel industry,<br />

Judy advises and<br />

represents members<br />

on matters including<br />

tourism legislation,<br />

marketing strategy,<br />

risk management and<br />

airline regulation.<br />

SARAH TILBY<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> Employment<br />

Relations Advisor<br />

Sarah previously<br />

worked for national<br />

employer associations<br />

in the housing and<br />

health care industries.<br />

She also worked for the<br />

Queensland Industrial<br />

Relations Commission<br />

in their award<br />

modernisation team.<br />

THE HON YVETTE D’ATH<br />

Attorney-General and<br />

Minister for Justice<br />

and Minister for<br />

Training and Skills<br />

Yvette D’Ath is a<br />

Labor member of the<br />

Legislative Assembly<br />

of Queensland<br />

representing the seat of<br />

Redcliffe.<br />

MIKE SARQUIS<br />

Executive Director of<br />

Liquor and Gaming<br />

Regulation<br />

Mike’s responsibilities<br />

include managing the<br />

gaming and liquor<br />

regulatory licensing and<br />

compliance regimes,<br />

and implementing the<br />

responsible gambling<br />

strategy and harm<br />

minimisation programs.<br />

NICK BAINBRIGGE<br />

State Manager (Qld)<br />

Aristocrat<br />

Nick has a proven<br />

history in wholesale<br />

liquor, electronic<br />

gaming, and hotel and<br />

restaurant operation.<br />

He now heads up the<br />

state team for one<br />

of Australia’s leading<br />

manufacturers of<br />

gaming machines.<br />

BRENDAN O’FARRELL<br />

Chief Executive<br />

Officer, Intrust Super<br />

Brendan is responsible<br />

for overall management<br />

of the fund and<br />

providing advice to the<br />

board of directors. He<br />

passionately believes<br />

education is critical in<br />

super due to the everchanging<br />

nature of the<br />

industry.<br />

CURT SCHATZ<br />

Managing Partner,<br />

Mullins Lawyers<br />

With over 30 years’<br />

experience in property,<br />

liquor and gaming law,<br />

Curt is recognised<br />

as a leader in this<br />

field. He advises<br />

pub, club, nightclub,<br />

restaurant, resort and<br />

accommodation venue<br />

owners and operators.<br />

JOHN ROZENTALS<br />

Wine Writer<br />

John Rozentals is a<br />

freelance writer who<br />

has penned travel, food<br />

and wine articles for<br />

a range of Australian<br />

newspapers and<br />

websites including our<br />

very own <strong>QHA</strong> Review.<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> REVIEW | 5


LEGENDARY<br />

LAUNCH<br />

Thanks for your support in making<br />

the launch of Iron Jack a success.<br />

Our Crisp Australian Lager has solD OVER<br />

16 Million Litres<br />

in ITS FIRST 8 months, making it the<br />

biggest Australian beer launch<br />

in the last 10 years!<br />

SOURCE: Pack IRI Sept 17-April 18, Tap Ex Brewery Data


NEWS<br />

DEDICATED HOTELIER, BOLD VISIONARY<br />

With great sadness, the <strong>QHA</strong> acknowledges the recent<br />

passing of Gary Balkin – Queensland entrepreneurial<br />

legend, hotelier and Honourary Life Member of the<br />

Association.<br />

Gary was awarded the honour in recognition of his<br />

distinguished service to the <strong>QHA</strong> as Committeeman,<br />

Secretary Treasurer, Vice-president and Chairman of<br />

the Judges Panel of the <strong>QHA</strong> Awards for Excellence<br />

since their inception.<br />

As a visionary businessman and mentor, Gary<br />

launched some bold enterprises in the 1980s<br />

that helped mark Brisbane’s coming-of-age as<br />

a metropolitan centre as dynamic as Sydney or<br />

Melbourne.<br />

Inspired by the city’s riviera setting, Gary developed<br />

a couple of hospitality driven properties along the<br />

Brisbane waterfront including a floating seafood<br />

restaurant, Bonaparte’s Afloat, and the iconic<br />

Kookaburra Queen paddle steamers that he built<br />

for Expo 88.<br />

However, the city will remember Gary Balkin most<br />

fondly as one of the four “founding fathers” of the<br />

NRL’s Brisbane Broncos in 1988.<br />

Together with business partners Barry Maranta, Steve<br />

Williams and the late Paul Morgan, Gary embarked on<br />

this venture out of a love of the game (in 1964 he’d<br />

been the top try scorer in the Brisbane Rugby League)<br />

and a determination to cement Queensland’s place as<br />

NSW’s 13-man nemesis on the back of Sate of Origin.<br />

This shared dream was instantly realised when the<br />

Broncos trounced reigning premiers Manly 44-10 in<br />

the club’s thrilling inaugural match.<br />

Speaking of his career recently, Gary said he was<br />

“… still proud of the Kookaburra Queens. I built them<br />

to last a long time. I loved it all – the hotels,<br />

the restaurants … the Broncos. I’ve absolutely no<br />

regrets.”<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> REVIEW | 8


NEWS<br />

AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST BEER<br />

LAUNCH IN 10 YEARS<br />

REPORTED RECORD-BREAKING LAUNCH VOLUME HAS<br />

SEEN IRON JACK BECOME AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST BEER<br />

LAUNCH OF THE LAST DECADE.<br />

Since its launch in September 2<strong>01</strong>7, Iron Jack has<br />

reportedly sold over 15 million litres, more volume<br />

over the same period than established beer brands<br />

like Crown Lager, Stella Artois and James Squire 50<br />

Lashes. It is already one of the most available beer<br />

brands in the country – distributed in over 5,000 bottle<br />

shops and 2,000 pubs across Australia.<br />

Lion’s Contemporary Portfolio Manager, Amy Darvill,<br />

says the early signs are that the beer is connecting well<br />

with consumers.<br />

“When we launched Iron Jack, we wanted to make<br />

a beer for hard working, down to earth Aussie<br />

blokes. Blokes who love their dogs and the outdoors.<br />

Their initial reaction to the beer has been really<br />

encouraging,” Amy said.<br />

A willingness amongst customers to trial Iron Jack is<br />

also a direct result of where the brand has focussed its<br />

investment.<br />

“We made an early decision to make sure we<br />

supported our customers with good trial mechanics<br />

to get the beer in people’s hands, because we know<br />

once this happens the beer stands up on its own.”<br />

Amy says Lion has doubled the media spend behind<br />

Iron Jack in order to further drive awareness of the<br />

brand.<br />

“We’ve had a really great launch but we know it’s<br />

only early days and we need to keep up the positive<br />

momentum. Our original media strategy was to start<br />

regional and work our way in towards metro areas. But<br />

given the strong start we’ve significantly increased our<br />

media spend to include all capital cities, as well as still<br />

supporting regional areas.”<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> REVIEW | 9


NEWS<br />

THE BALFOUR KITCHEN<br />

SPICES IT UP<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> REVIEW | 10<br />

The Balfour Kitchen, located at Spicers Balfour<br />

Hotel in Brisbane’s New Farm, has launched its new<br />

Vietnamese-inspired menu this month, with award<br />

winning Executive Chef Dan Jarrett at the helm of the<br />

revitalised restaurant offering.<br />

Dan, who has worked with Spicers Retreats since<br />

2<strong>01</strong>0, has been integral in the growth of the Group’s<br />

culinary story, having been involved in the launch of<br />

The Long Apron at Spicers Clovelly and, currently,<br />

operating as Head Chef at multi award winning The<br />

Tamarind, at Spicers Tamarind Retreat in Maleny.<br />

“The Balfour Kitchen is set in such a beautiful location,<br />

and the style of food we are offering on our new<br />

menu has been carefully curated to align with this<br />

environment – it is so unique to the area, and we are<br />

beyond excited to welcome people in for a meal,” Dan<br />

said.<br />

Following his success with the cross-border Asian<br />

dining experience at The Tamarind, Dan said there<br />

was a natural inclination to adapt The Balfour Kitchen’s<br />

menu when the opportunity presented itself.<br />

“There have been several discussions over the years<br />

about the opportunity of having a second Asian-style<br />

restaurant under the Spicers umbrella, but we didn’t<br />

want a carbon copy of The Tamarind,” he said.<br />

“The Balfour Kitchen offers a Vietnamese twist with<br />

a hint of French, and I’m confident it will be a hit with<br />

locals and visitors.”<br />

Vietnamese flavours are found throughout the menu<br />

including Vietnamese beef tartare, fermented tofu<br />

and preserved Chinese olive, yolk, puffed rice paper.<br />

The French hint can be seen in dishes such as the<br />

Vietnamese coffee brulee, lotus tea meringue, fried<br />

cacao truffles with chilli chocolate.<br />

Working alongside Dan to create the menu was a team<br />

of talented in-house Chefs, who provided their insights<br />

into sourcing local ingredients and fresh thinking for<br />

the Queensland climate.<br />

“We’ve put so much thought into each dish on the<br />

menu and have made a conscious effort to make use<br />

of lots of fresh vegetables and herbs, with almost half<br />

of our menu including vegan and vegetarian options,”<br />

he added.<br />

Brisbane locals and in-house guests are tipped to be<br />

frequent visitors at the new and improved restaurant<br />

offering, which will open seven days a week for<br />

breakfast, brunch and high tea, with dinner open<br />

Tuesday to Friday from 5:30pm till late.<br />

“The Balfour Kitchen is ideal for people living in the<br />

area wanting a mid-week meal, and for our in-house<br />

guests that have the luxury of enjoying a drink at our<br />

rooftop bar before going downstairs for an Asianinspired<br />

dish,” Dan said.<br />

“It’s a simple formula… the food has to taste great,<br />

have a real wow factor and the service in which<br />

we pride ourselves on has to be genuine and real,”<br />

Spicers Retreats Managing Director David Assef said.<br />

“Yes the music, lighting and setting play a part but<br />

ultimately the food has to speak for itself matched with<br />

knowledgeable, suggestive and sincere service.”


NEWS<br />

KENO MEGA MILLIONS<br />

JACKPOT NUDGES<br />

RECORD HIGH OF<br />

$7.5 MILLION<br />

If your customers dream big then there’s never been a<br />

better time for them to play Keno.<br />

The Keno Mega Millions Play 10 jackpot is nudging<br />

closer to the highest ever Keno cash prize in Australian<br />

history. It’s currently sitting on just over $7 million!<br />

The biggest Keno jackpot to be won was $7.5 million<br />

back in 1994.<br />

Mega Millions is continuing to radiate in the Sunshine<br />

State following its successful statewide launch on 12<br />

March. More than $5 million in prize money has been<br />

given away to Queenslanders so far, with turnover of<br />

$8.8 million.<br />

Queensland hotel customers have certainly secured<br />

their slice of the winning action. Three pub patrons<br />

have come within just one number of winning the<br />

coveted Play 10, winning $11,000 each.<br />

The first player bought their ticket at Rudd’s Pub in<br />

Nobby, south of Toowoomba, the second played at<br />

Fitzy’s Loganholme, while the third was won at the<br />

Railway Hotel, Imbil.<br />

Hotel patrons have also won five of the six Mega<br />

Millions Play 7 jackpots to date and the only Play 5<br />

jackpot, taking home combined prize money totalling<br />

more than $90,000. So far, tavern customers have<br />

held the key to unlocking the jackpots, with customers<br />

winning at Kirwan, Smithfield, Tully Heads, Bay Central,<br />

Dog and Parrot, and North Shore Taverns.<br />

To top it off, the first ever 8 Spot jackpot in Queensland<br />

was won on 9 May. The $148,494 cash prize was won<br />

by a 55 year-old mum from Warner who works for a<br />

not for profit organisation in Brisbane.<br />

While it’s early days, hotels, pubs and taverns around<br />

the state are giving Mega Millions the thumbs up,<br />

both in terms of a unique point of difference that will<br />

enhance customers’ on-premise experience and the<br />

opportunities for increasing turnover from Keno.<br />

So, make sure your customers know they’ve got a<br />

shot to win the biggest jackpot in Keno history.<br />

Brothers Leagues Club Ipswich<br />

07 3252 8899<br />

info@brandandslater.com.au<br />

www.brandandslater.com.au<br />

- CALENDAR JULY/AUGUST 2<strong>01</strong>8 -<br />

Responsible management of licensed venues (RMLV)<br />

Ipswich 17 <strong>July</strong> Brisbane 26 <strong>July</strong><br />

Roma 19 <strong>July</strong> Toowoomba 1 August<br />

Rockhampton 24 <strong>July</strong> Sunshine Coast 2 August<br />

Toowoomba<br />

Brisbane<br />

Townsville<br />

Member Price $395 Non-Members $495.00<br />

GAMING NOMINEE TRAINING (GNT)<br />

2 August<br />

8 August<br />

21 August<br />

Members/Non-Members $495.00<br />

<strong>Book</strong> courses @ www.qhashop.org.au or<br />

training@qha.org.au or phone 07 3221 6999<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> REVIEW | 11


NEWS<br />

A NEW 50 TAP GASTRO - PUB & BREWERY<br />

OPENS ON CAIRNS WATERFRONT<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> REVIEW | 12<br />

A state-of-the-art craft brewery, gastro-pub and<br />

versatile events space for 600 seated guests are<br />

features of Cairns’ newest world-class, waterfront<br />

destination.<br />

Located within the heritage-listed Shed 2 of Cairns<br />

Cruise Liner Terminal, the multi-million-dollar<br />

Hemingway’s Brewery Cairns Wharf integrates cuttingedge<br />

design while retaining the building’s original<br />

features that date back to the early 1900s.<br />

Occupying an expansive 1400 square metres,<br />

Hemingway’s Brewery Cairns Wharf is Queensland’s<br />

largest craft brewery north of Brisbane and one of<br />

Australia’s largest gastro pubs.<br />

While preserving the site’s historic architecture, the<br />

venue’s brewery provides a dramatic statement,<br />

defining the space with its Canadian-manufactured<br />

brewing system that incorporates a four-vessel<br />

brew house and eight, 6-metre high, stainless-steel<br />

fermentation and brite beer tanks. Informative brewery<br />

tours will be operated that invite patrons to observe<br />

and learn about the craft brewing process.<br />

Alongside the brewery Hemingway’s Cairns Wharf<br />

includes an impressive 20-metre, timber topped bar<br />

and a second outdoor bar with a total of 50 taps. For<br />

craft beer lovers, Hemingway’s Brewery Cairns is set<br />

to become a Mecca, serving 20 brands of craft beer,<br />

including a broad range of Hemingway’s signature ales<br />

brewed on-premise.<br />

Hemingway’s Brewery co founders Tony Fyfe and<br />

Craig Parsell began their foray into craft brewing and<br />

gastro pubs when they opened their first Hemingway’s<br />

Brewery at Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina in Port<br />

Douglas in <strong>July</strong> 2<strong>01</strong>6. Soon after they focussed their<br />

sights on expansion, and with the purpose of bringing<br />

their winning formula to Cairns, negotiated a lease<br />

agreement with Ports North and began work on the<br />

heritage-listed Shed 2 at Cairns waterfront, which has<br />

been 18 months in its development.<br />

“What started as an appreciation of craft beer and its<br />

fresh-is-best authenticity has become something far<br />

bigger and we look forward to sharing it with others.<br />

“Hemingway’s is as much about prioritising the local<br />

community as it is about enjoyment and the winning<br />

combination of great beer and great food in a great<br />

location,” Tony said.<br />

Coinciding with this weekend’s opening, Hemingway’s<br />

Brewery Cairns will launch its Hop Heads membership<br />

program for local residents and craft beer enthusiasts.


NEWS<br />

HUGE BENEFITS FOR<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> MEMBERS<br />

Membership will offer loyalty rewards, advance<br />

notifications about beers and events, as well as<br />

member only deals and a monthly newsletter.<br />

From the outset Hemingway’s Brewery Cairns Wharf<br />

will employ over 100 staff to manage its brewery, bars,<br />

full service kitchen and a dedicated events space<br />

catering for the MICE industry and weddings.<br />

Open for lunch and dinner, the venue’s restaurant<br />

will serve quality gastro-pub style food made<br />

predominantly from locally sourced ingredients and<br />

a paddock-to-plate philosophy while a providore will<br />

showcase some of the region’s craft produce.<br />

“Hemingway’s Brewery aims to build and operate the<br />

best gastro brew pubs in the country with a focus<br />

on brewing great craft beer which is a growing trend<br />

based on an amazing taste – that is not only unfiltered,<br />

unpasteurised and preservative free - but made from<br />

just four key ingredients; yeast, hops, base malts and<br />

water,” he said.<br />

Hemingway’s Brewery, under the guidance of head<br />

brewer Anthony Clem is developing a number of new<br />

core and seasonal beers that will be released over<br />

the next few weeks as the new Cairns Wharf brewery<br />

ramps up production.<br />

Every one of Hemingway’s Brewery beers tells a story<br />

relating to the history of FNQ. The current awardwinning<br />

line-up that includes Doug’s Courage IPA<br />

(recently won a medal at the Australian International<br />

Beer Awards) and top selling pilsner, The Prospector<br />

– a refreshing brew inspired by the thirst for adventure<br />

and tireless efforts of James Venture Mulligan – the first<br />

to find gold in the Palmer River.<br />

Hemingway’s Brewery Cairns will celebrate its grand<br />

opening in August 2<strong>01</strong>8.<br />

Bunnings has just<br />

signed an exclusive<br />

partnership with<br />

the <strong>QHA</strong> which<br />

is very exciting<br />

news for members. With<br />

over 45,000 products in-store and an<br />

expanded range available through the Special Orders<br />

service, Bunnings can easily cater to the tools and<br />

materials needs of the hospitality association.<br />

What does it mean for <strong>QHA</strong> members?<br />

Being a PowerPass member means that you have<br />

access to commercial pricing as well as discounts<br />

on thousands of items. And as a bonus, you’ll get<br />

an even bigger discount on over 2,000 products<br />

especially suited to <strong>QHA</strong> members. You’ll also get<br />

regular exclusive offers and invitations to special<br />

trade events.<br />

Got a build coming up? Ask about bulk pricing<br />

You can even talk to Bunnings about project or bulk<br />

product pricing if you have a large project that you’re<br />

planning.<br />

Joining is easy<br />

If you’re already an existing Bunnings PowerPass<br />

member, then just send your account name and<br />

PowerPass ID to pmaguire@bunnings.com.au and<br />

you’ll be added to the <strong>QHA</strong> member list for special<br />

pricing.<br />

If you’re not a PowerPass member, then go to the<br />

Bunnings Trade website and apply for PowerPass.<br />

When you receive an application number, send it with<br />

your name to pmaguire@bunnings.com.au. You’ll<br />

then be added to the <strong>QHA</strong> member list for special<br />

pricing.<br />

It’s a great partnership for <strong>QHA</strong> members that you<br />

can really benefit from when you’re looking to do<br />

your next upgrade or renovation.<br />

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NEWS<br />

SAN FRANCISCO SPIRITS AWARD WINNERS<br />

If there was any doubt as to the quality<br />

of spirits made in our great country it<br />

was certainly dispelled at this year’s San<br />

Francisco World Spirits Competition, widely<br />

regarded as one of the key annual spirits<br />

competitions. 86 medals in total were<br />

awarded to by Australian distillers confirming<br />

the quality of spirits made in Australia and<br />

how well they are viewed on the world<br />

stage.<br />

Double Gold medals were awarded to<br />

Archie Rose for its Distillers Strength Gin,<br />

Dobson’s New England Dry Gin, Manly<br />

Spirits for its Australian Dry Gin, Shene<br />

Distillery for its Poltergeist Unfiltered Gin,<br />

The Melbourne Gin Company’s Single Shot<br />

Gin, Underground Spirits Signature Vodka<br />

and Adelaide Hills Distillery for The Italian<br />

Bitter Orange Apéritif.<br />

The full list of Australia’s medal winners<br />

can be found at www.sfspiritscomp.com/<br />

results/<br />

Pictured: Melbourne’s Patient Wolf who<br />

took out a bronze medal for their Premium<br />

Dry Gin.<br />

TRUE CHARACTER<br />

The RFDS (Royal Flying Doctors Service) Local Hero Awards launched across Queensland back in March, calling out<br />

to those community members who have rolled their sleeves up, put their hands out, or stowed away their fears in an<br />

emergency to help the Flying Doctor carry out its lifesaving work.<br />

Now in its third year, the RFDS Local Hero Awards give the RFDS (Queensland Section) an opportunity to<br />

acknowledge and thank those incredible good Samaritians, volunteers and fundraisers who go out of their way to<br />

ensure the Flying Doctors will be around for another 90 years.<br />

We are so pleased to report two of our <strong>QHA</strong> hoteliers have been nominated for the award:<br />

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CHRIS AND GERRY GIMBLETT Champions of their community,<br />

Yaraka. After deciding to jump in and buy an outback<br />

pub, Chris and Gerry Gimblett have taken on so much<br />

more than simply pouring cold beers from behind the<br />

bar at the Yaraka Pub. They have become part of the<br />

community, and part of the RFDS family.<br />

Helping with the RFDS clinic crew, assisting in<br />

emergencies and fundraising with their breathtaking<br />

Mt Slowcombe Sunset Tours their dedication is much<br />

appreciated.<br />

STEVE & DEBBIE BURNS Keeping the fun in fundraising -<br />

Nindigully. Each November, for the past 13 years, the<br />

Nindigully Pig Races result in the population of Nindigully<br />

exploding from 10 people to more than 700.<br />

Steve and Debbie Burns introduced the Pig Races to<br />

their pub and the event has been a huge drawcard for its<br />

many followers who return year after year. They promote,<br />

organise and obtain sponsorship for this hugely popular<br />

event, along with raffle prizes to add to the fundraising<br />

effort. In 2<strong>01</strong>7 the Pig Races brought in over $30,000,<br />

which was donated in its entirety to RFDS.


NEWS<br />

BEACHSIDE BITCOIN<br />

THE BEACHSIDE COMMUNITY OF AGNES WATER AND<br />

1770 HAS RECENTLY EMBRACED THE IDEA OF BEING<br />

A DIGITAL CURRENCY FRIENDLY TOWN.<br />

What this basically means is that someone can pay for<br />

their entire holiday and all goods and services while<br />

they are in Agnes Water using Bitcoin or any number of<br />

the digital currencies that are currently on the market.<br />

According to Agnes Water Tavern, General Manager<br />

Jack Michelmore, “The general consensus around<br />

town is that because it has been largely successful<br />

overseas in countries like Japan and the like we<br />

might be able to attract more tourist to town who<br />

like using digital currencies and also to create a<br />

point of difference for Agnes and 1770 as a holiday<br />

destination.”<br />

Reportedly the team from TravelByBit officially<br />

launched Agnes Water and 1770 as the only digital<br />

currency town in Australia. It would also appear the<br />

Agnes Water Tavern is the first Pub in Queensland to<br />

embrace and accept digital currency as payment.<br />

Visitors to Agnes Water and 1770 can use digital<br />

currency to purchase anything from accommodation<br />

through to a beer over the bar.<br />

WEDNESDAY<br />

JULY 2<strong>01</strong>8<br />

DOOMBEN RACECOURSE<br />

CHAMPIONS BAR<br />

A unique networking opportunity with a full day<br />

of quality racing, an all-day grazing menu, an<br />

oyster shucking station, premium beverages,<br />

onsite betting facilities, expert commentary,<br />

lucky door prizes and entertainment.<br />

11AM <strong>QHA</strong> Members Forum<br />

TICKETS $150 | Doors open at 12pm<br />

Tickets available online www.qha.org.au/events<br />

or email rsvp@qha.org.au for an invoice.<br />

Any enquiries, please call 07 3221 6999.<br />

Ticket sales close strictly Tuesday 17 <strong>July</strong><br />

In partnership with


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FEATURE<br />

EXPLORING<br />

MODERNISM<br />

AS MID-CENTURY ARCHITECTURE MAKES A<br />

COMEBACK TO MODERN-DAY DESIGN, ONE BUILDING<br />

IN TOOWOOMBA WAS AHEAD OF ITS TIME AND HAS<br />

STAYED ON TREND FOR THE PAST 60 YEARS.<br />

THE BURKE AND WILLS HOTEL ON RUTHVEN STREET<br />

IN TOOWOOMBA WAS BUILT IN 1957 AND DESIGNED<br />

BY AN INFLUENTIAL MODERNIST AND ACCLAIMED<br />

AUSTRIAN ARCHITECT, KARL LANGER.<br />

Then known as Lennon’s Hotel, the seven-storey<br />

building was the tallest building in Toowoomba at the<br />

time and was considered quite innovative, highlighting<br />

the ambition of 1950s architecture. The rooms were<br />

considered luxurious with large windows, bathroom a<br />

telephone, as well as its own colour scheme thanks<br />

to the architect’s wife, Gertrude Langer. It offered an<br />

exclusive service to its guests where those telephones<br />

had direct connections to several shops including a<br />

hairdresser and beauty salon which were attached to<br />

the hotel on the ground floor, so guests could place<br />

their orders easily.<br />

Over the decades however, the hotel changed hands<br />

and changed names. Under the prressent ownership<br />

it is affectionately known as the Burke and Wills Hotel.<br />

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FEATURE<br />

AS WE STARTED TO LOOK AT WHAT NEEDED TO BE DONE, IT EXPANDED GREATLY INCLUDING THE GROUND<br />

AND FIRST FLOORS WHICH WERE PROBABLY LAST TOUCHED IN THE 1970s.<br />

Adding to their portfolio of hotels, the Hakfoort<br />

Group purchased the hotel from Mercure in 2004 as<br />

a declining business and did a small refurbishment<br />

before it reopened its doors in 2005. However the<br />

hotel was still in need of work and the Burke and Wills<br />

Hotel shut its doors for just under one year while a<br />

major refurbishment took place.<br />

This latest refurbishment was four years in the planning<br />

followed by 11 months of construction, reopening just<br />

two months ago in May.<br />

“How we came to this refurbishment, was a hangover<br />

of that original refurbishment process,” Hakfoort Group<br />

director, Albert Hakfoort said.<br />

“In 2004 when they did that refurb of the<br />

accommodation tower, not only has a lot of things<br />

changed technology wise, but we were using analogue<br />

televisions then and we use digital TVs now. There was<br />

no wifi, there was barely internet back in those days.”<br />

The ground and first floors were never included in the<br />

2004 renovation processes and Albert said both had<br />

suffered greatly as a result. Ten years on, the hotel<br />

group was looking to update their soft furnishings such<br />

as carpets, curtains, beds and linens; and suddenly<br />

the scope of work became larger than just furnishings.<br />

“As we started to look at what needed to be done, it<br />

expanded greatly including the ground and first floors<br />

which were probably last touched in the 1970s.<br />

“The scope started to get away from us, so we<br />

thought rather than doing another half job, we’d do a<br />

full job,” Albert said.<br />

The project wasn’t without its hurdles, one of which<br />

included a battle with a state heritage listing application<br />

at the same time as the company’s development<br />

application, thus adding a year to the planning and<br />

development process. With a local heritage listing,<br />

Albert said the building was protected because<br />

architect, Karl Langer was a notable person within the<br />

Queensland architectural landscape, however internally<br />

there was freedom and flexibility to renovate.<br />

And so the refurbishment began and accepting the<br />

challenge to transform the dated hotel into a modern<br />

midcentury structure was the owner and director of<br />

award-winning architects Darren S Dickfos Architects<br />

Pty Ltd.<br />

Darren’s brief seemed relatively simple as the<br />

development approval (DA) was already in place.<br />

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FEATURE<br />

DURING THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS, WORKERS UNCOVERED THE ORIGINAL CELLAR OF THE EXCHANGE<br />

HOTEL, THE ORIGINAL HOTEL THAT WAS BUILT ON THIS IN 1863.<br />

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“We were to take the DA drawings and give them<br />

hospitality feel and a five-star look about the place,”<br />

Darren said.<br />

But like most refurbishments in older buildings, Darren<br />

uncovered plenty of obstacles along the way.<br />

“It was quite a well thought of building for 1957. We<br />

had to keep the tower or the refurbishment of the<br />

external tower in a sympathetic manner to the original<br />

structure, so while we modernised it the lines and<br />

angles of the facade were maintained.<br />

“It was originally brick work and because it was such<br />

a special example of modernist architecture, we didn’t<br />

want to take away from that so that’s why those<br />

external lines have been maintained because they are<br />

an important part of it,” Darren said.<br />

“Given it was built in 1957 there were a lot of strange<br />

things we found, such as some really uneven floors,<br />

the lift tower was out of plumb, and there was a lot of<br />

asbestos.<br />

“A lot of the fire rating and fire safety systems had<br />

to be upgraded, and there were different pieces that<br />

had been added on over the years so there was<br />

problems with floor slabs collapsing and little things


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like that. There were a few dramas to overcome and<br />

problems to solve but the building was 60 years old,”<br />

Darren said.<br />

During the construction process, workers uncovered<br />

the original cellar of the Exchange Hotel, the original<br />

hotel that was built on this site in 1863, prior to its<br />

demolition in 1956 which made way for what is<br />

now the Burke and Wills Hotel. Keen to preserve an<br />

historical structure, Albert wanted to salvage the cellar,<br />

however it was hidden beneath approximately 190<br />

cubic metres of rubble that had been contaminated<br />

with asbestos products from previous demolitions.<br />

“The footings, the walls, everything was there, however<br />

it was full of rubble and asbestos containing material.<br />

We were scrambling to see if we could incorporate<br />

this heritage feature into the bar, but it was too shallow<br />

from the stairs to be used reasonably we couldn‘t<br />

because of the contamination and the work involved,”<br />

Albert explained.<br />

While the cellar could not be saved, almost every other<br />

area throughout the hotel both internally and externally<br />

was refurbished and one of the main aspects to<br />

modernising the building was the addition of a<br />

curtain wall - a non-structural covering to keep the<br />

weather out.<br />

“We really needed to give it a facelift, the building really<br />

looked old, with the brick window sills and the old<br />

paint job, so we wanted to modernise the feel of it<br />

and that meant putting a curtain wall on both sides,”<br />

Albert said.<br />

“It has not only added an aesthetically pleasing finish<br />

but it is also cleaner, modernised, looks nicer and brings<br />

insulation properties that weren’t there from the 1950s<br />

to nowadays, so there were a lot of benefits from doing<br />

that and I think it has modernised that property.”<br />

Internally, Darren explained the rooms were to<br />

have a luxurious feel while taking the hotel in a new<br />

direction by appealing to the leisure traveller and<br />

accommodating families with children.<br />

In order to achieve this, the previous 92 rooms were<br />

reduced to 82 in order to create 16 luxury king suites<br />

as well as nine adjoining rooms ideal for families<br />

with children.<br />

Burke & Wills Hotel,<br />

Toowoomba.<br />

0413 832 673<br />

ddarchitects.com.au<br />

www.darren@ddarchitects.com.au


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“There are 19 five-star suites and executive suites<br />

which include features such as TV recessed into the<br />

bathroom wall so you can watch the TV while you’re in<br />

the bath,” Darren said.<br />

“The rooms had to be pretty special, because they<br />

have a good occupancy from out of towners, so the<br />

rooms had to be perfect and likewise the foyer.”<br />

Offering opulent marble columns, a gold revolving<br />

door, chandeliers and an expansive reception desk<br />

behind which sits a four-metre long, two-way tropical<br />

fish tank, the foyer makes a statement for when guests<br />

arrive. Albert said he wanted that “wow” factor not<br />

often found in a country town.<br />

A statement chandelier with a petal featured at<br />

its centre was custom made and chosen for its<br />

representation of Toowoomba’s iconic Spring Carnival.<br />

“It is a delicate balance between something classical<br />

and something that’s modernist to tie in with the<br />

tower building. The gaming room is a brand new addon<br />

building, it was done in a black-faced brickwork<br />

with white grouting so it stood out, but is still quite<br />

modernist in its appearance externally,” Darren said.<br />

Burke and Wills offer four function areas for groups of<br />

all sizes from 15 to 250 and three of those rooms pay<br />

homage to Toowoomba’s history with the Karl Langer<br />

room named after the building’s original architect,<br />

the Allan Cunningham room named after the English<br />

botanist and explorer, and Lennon’s room which is<br />

named after the hotel’s original name from 1957.<br />

The hotel now appeals to the wedding market with so<br />

many options available and this latest refurbishment<br />

has not only provided an old building with a new look,<br />

it has enabled the Burke and Wills hotel to move<br />

forward into the future with a new direction appealing<br />

to everyone.


SUPERANNUATION with Brendan O’Farrell<br />

SUPER ACCESS TO BE MORE AVAILABLE<br />

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This month, I wanted to talk about the Government’s<br />

strategy to help people break into the housing market<br />

– the First Home Super Saver (FHSS) scheme. Since<br />

announcing the legislation, the Government has released<br />

further details about how the process works. I thought it<br />

would be worth having a closer look at the scheme, for<br />

any of your staff members who might be interested in<br />

using it.<br />

Since 1 <strong>July</strong> 2<strong>01</strong>7, first-home buyers have been able<br />

to make personal contributions to super to help them<br />

save for a home deposit. They are now able to apply to<br />

withdraw those contributions (since 1 <strong>July</strong> 2<strong>01</strong>8), for use<br />

when purchasing a property.<br />

HOW IT WORKS<br />

If young savers want to start using the FHSS scheme,<br />

they will need to start making personal contributions<br />

to super (if they don’t already). Fortunately, before-tax<br />

contributions organised through salary sacrificing will not<br />

need to be processed any differently by payroll. The ATO<br />

is handling all monitoring of money in the FHSS scheme.<br />

Savers can contribute up to $15,000 per year<br />

through the FHSS scheme (using before or after-tax<br />

contributions), and a maximum of $30,000. So a couple<br />

can effectively save up to $60,000, plus investment<br />

earnings, provided they are both first-home buyers. The<br />

idea is to utilise the tax benefits of super to help savers<br />

grow their deposit faster than they could outside of<br />

super.<br />

ACCESSING THE SAVINGS<br />

It is very important that staff members ensure they<br />

are eligible to use the FHSS scheme before they start<br />

making contributions. To be eligible, staff members will<br />

need to be older than 18, intend to live in the property for<br />

at least the six months after its purchase and have never<br />

owned a property in Australia. Eligibility is determined<br />

on an individual basis, so a couple can jointly purchase<br />

a property even if only one of them is eligible for the<br />

scheme.<br />

Since the announcement of the FHSS, the Government<br />

has made one exception to this last rule. Anyone<br />

who has previously owned a home and has suffered<br />

a financial hardship is still allowed to participate in the<br />

scheme (provided they haven’t bought another property<br />

since).<br />

Once someone is ready to purchase their house, or<br />

believe they have saved enough in their super account,<br />

an application can be made to the ATO to withdraw their<br />

FHSS balance. The ATO will calculate the total amount<br />

that is eligible to be withdrawn. This withdrawal will then,<br />

in general, be taxed at the individual’s marginal rate, less<br />

a 30 per cent tax offset.<br />

The first-home buyer will then need to sign a contract<br />

to purchase or construct a home within 12 months of<br />

receiving their FHSS balance, and notify the ATO when<br />

they do so. If staff members do not sign a contract<br />

within this timeframe, they can apply for an extension,<br />

recontribute the money to super, or keep the released<br />

amount (subject to a 20 per cent tax).<br />

If your staff need any assistance with making<br />

contributions to their super for the FHSS scheme, Intrust<br />

Super is here to help. Just call 132 467 or get in touch<br />

with your Relationship Manager.<br />

The information contained in this document is of a general<br />

nature only, and does not take into account your individual<br />

situation, objectives and needs. You should consider the<br />

appropriateness of the general information having regard to<br />

your own situation before making any investment decision. A<br />

Product Disclosure Statement is available at www.intrust.com.<br />

au or call us on 132 467 for a copy.<br />

Issued by IS Industry Fund Pty Ltd | MySuper Unique Identifier:<br />

657045113716<strong>01</strong> | ABN: 45 <strong>01</strong>0 814 623 | AFSL No: 238051<br />

| RSE Licence No: L00<strong>01</strong>298 | Intrust Super ABN 65 704<br />

511 371 | SPIN/USI: HPP<strong>01</strong>00AU | RSE Registration No:<br />

R1004397


Curt Schatz<br />

LEGAL MATTERS<br />

APPROVED MANAGERS –<br />

IS YOUR HOTEL UP TO DATE?<br />

AS MOST HOTELIERS WOULD BE AWARE, CERTAIN LICENSED PREMISES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE<br />

AN INDIVIDUAL LICENSEE OR APPROVED MANAGER PRESENT OR REASONABLY AVAILABLE DURING<br />

ORDINARY TRADING HOURS OF 10:00AM AND 12 MIDNIGHT AND APPROVED EXTENDED TRADING<br />

HOURS BETWEEN 7:00AM AND 10:00AM.<br />

In the conduct of business for hotels, the Approved<br />

Manager is responsible for ensuring that liquor is<br />

supplied or possessed on the premises only in<br />

accordance with the authority conferred by the licence<br />

or permit.<br />

An Approved Manager is ‘present’ at the premises<br />

if the Approved Manager is at the premises acting<br />

in the capacity of an Approved Manager and is in<br />

control of the premises. An Approved Manager is<br />

‘reasonably available’ if the Approved Manager is<br />

readily contactable by each person involved in the<br />

service and supply of liquor at the premises and the<br />

time reasonably needed for the Approved Manager to<br />

travel to the premises is not more than one hour.<br />

In order to be granted an Approved Manager<br />

Licence the applicant must complete a Responsible<br />

Management of Licensed Venues (RMLV) training<br />

course. RMLV training is mandatory for all individual<br />

licensees, nominees and applicants for an Approved<br />

Manager Licence in Queensland. RMLV training was<br />

developed to reduce the negative impact of poor<br />

management practices on the community.<br />

The course provides details of the law and liquor<br />

licensing requirements as well as a range of<br />

management strategies to assist operators in the<br />

responsible conduct of their business. RMLV courses<br />

are available through <strong>QHA</strong> training.<br />

An Approved Manager Licence is valid for five years,<br />

however the training components (RMLV) need to<br />

be completed every three years in order to meet<br />

mandatory training requirements.<br />

It is important that both licensees and Approved<br />

Managers are aware of the expiration date of their<br />

Approved Manager Licence and have ensured that<br />

their RMLV certificate is up to date and current. The<br />

obligation is on any Approved Manager to ensure the<br />

RMLV certificate and Approved Manager Licence are<br />

kept current, however, licensees need also be aware<br />

of the requirements to have an up to date and licensed<br />

Approved Manager on site or reasonably available<br />

during the hours mentioned above.<br />

To apply for an Approved Manager Licence the<br />

applicant must complete the training course (RMLV)<br />

and send a photocopy of the training certificate along<br />

with the completed application for liquor and gaming<br />

individual employees (Form 82) and application fee to<br />

the OLGR. Renewing an Approved Manager Licence<br />

can be done online through the OLGR website.<br />

At an OLGR inspection, officers may ask your<br />

Approved Manager to produce an RMLV certificate<br />

and RSA certificates for all staff. With compliance at<br />

the forefront of many hotel’s operations, it is important<br />

that your venue is ready for any unannounced<br />

inspections.<br />

If you have any queries in relation to this issue or<br />

need assistance with Approved Manager Licence<br />

applications or renewals for your venue, please contact<br />

me, Curt Schatz at Mullins Lawyers on<br />

(07) 3224 0230.<br />

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INSIGHTS<br />

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WINNING TICKET<br />

LAST YEAR BRISBANE’S NORTHERN SUBURBS<br />

WERE TREATED TO A HIGH-END 4.5-STAR<br />

BOUTIQUE HOTEL TO FIELD DEMAND FOR<br />

LUXURY IN THE OUTER CITY AREAS.<br />

Offering opulence not normally seen in the suburbs,<br />

the Eatons Hill Hotel has gained popularity thanks to<br />

its luxury suites and penthouses, large scale music<br />

events, wedding chapel and multiple function facilities.<br />

But Eatons Hill Hotel was also awarded the <strong>QHA</strong>’s<br />

Best Pub TAB venue at last year’s <strong>QHA</strong> awards in<br />

October.<br />

This latest award is the third win in a row for the Hotel<br />

which has also snagged them a spot in the <strong>QHA</strong>’s Hall<br />

of Fame.<br />

“This is the third time we’ve won it now and we’re in<br />

the Hall of Fame as I understand it, which is great to<br />

be recognised considering how many TABs there are


INSIGHTS<br />

around Queensland, so to be in the Hall of Fame, we’re pretty proud<br />

of that achievement,” co-owner and developer Rob Comiskey said.<br />

Rob said the Eatons Hill Hotel puts a real focus on their TAB ensuring<br />

punters have a fun and enjoyable experience.<br />

“Our staff are exceptional, we’re always trying to make that<br />

experience enjoyable and making sure our punters have everything<br />

they may need without having to walk too far or leave to watch the<br />

race,” Rob said.<br />

Having an experienced and dedicated TAB operator was one of the<br />

key factors in providing quality TAB service to patrons and Rob said<br />

they had one key staff member who had been operating the TAB for<br />

the past seven years keeping the punters happy.<br />

“We also did a renovation about a year ago now where we basically<br />

gutted the whole TAB area.<br />

“We put in updated screens and bigger terminals. We also like to<br />

make sure we stay current with the times.”<br />

The dedicated TAB area is fitted out with multiple screens on walls<br />

as well as behind the bar so punters never miss a race. Offering<br />

Sportsbet, Sky Channel and Keno, the Eatons Hill Hotel has all the<br />

races and numbers covered.


INSIGHTS<br />

RESPONSIBLE ODDS<br />

WITH HOTELS STRETCHING FROM PALM COVE IN FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND TO PERTH<br />

IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA, SPIRIT HOTELS KNOW HOW TO RUN A GOOD TAVERN.<br />

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Offering a modern and relaxed atmosphere along with<br />

good food and drinks, the Spirit Hotels Group has<br />

adopted a responsible gaming ethos which has seen<br />

them win the Best Responsible Service of Gaming at<br />

last year’s <strong>QHA</strong> Excellence Awards.<br />

The Spirit Hotel Group takes gambling very seriously<br />

and has worked closely with the Relationships<br />

Australia Queensland’s Gambling Help Service by<br />

hosting Responsible Gambling Awareness Week<br />

(RGAW) which is aimed at reducing the impact and<br />

severity of problem gambling on clients and their<br />

families.<br />

In addition to that week, the Spirit Hotels Group<br />

actively supports responsible gambling through<br />

advertising in gaming areas, attending and supporting<br />

gambling assistance activities, and providing additional<br />

information on how to manage gambling if it is getting<br />

out of hand.<br />

“The Spirit Hotel Group is a proud promoter of<br />

Responsible Service of Gaming,” said Spirit Hotels<br />

General Manager, Peter Sheean.<br />

“Not only do we meet and uphold the Industry RSG<br />

Code of Practice, we always go above and beyond the<br />

legislative requirements,” he said.<br />

“We have implemented our own RSG initiatives to<br />

support and protect our customers at all times.<br />

“We provide our team members with additional<br />

training, we meet and support the gaming counselling<br />

providers and have a working relationship with the<br />

regulator.”<br />

Being one of the larger hotel groups in Queensland<br />

and supplier of gaming facilities, Spirit Hotel Group<br />

understands its duty of care to its patrons and prides<br />

itself on its proactive approach, and this stance is<br />

“WE PROVIDE OUR TEAM MEMBERS<br />

WITH ADDITIONAL TRAINING, WE MEET<br />

AND SUPPORT THE GAMING COUNSELLING<br />

PROVIDERS AND HAVE A WORKING<br />

RELATIONSHIP WITH THE REGULATOR.”<br />

most likely one of the key aspects contributing to<br />

the group’s <strong>QHA</strong> award win. Last year’s triumph was<br />

the fifth award for the Group who also won the same<br />

award in 2009, 2<strong>01</strong>2, 2<strong>01</strong>3 and 2<strong>01</strong>5.<br />

“Spirit Hotels is committed to the provision of a<br />

responsible approach to gaming within all our<br />

hotels. As a large provider of gaming facilities within<br />

Queensland, we recognise our responsibility to<br />

exercise a duty of care to all customers and strive to<br />

achieve best practice Responsible Service of Gaming<br />

across our group,” Peter said.<br />

“We encourage our customers to make informed<br />

decisions about their participation in gaming, while<br />

ensuring any potential harm is minimised through<br />

adherence to strong guidelines and procedures.<br />

“All of our Hotels provide a safe and supportive<br />

environment for gaming, while promoting the benefits<br />

and enjoyment of this entertainment.”


INSIGHTS<br />

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INSIGHTS<br />

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KEEN ON KENO<br />

LOCATED AT THE GATEWAY TO THE LOCKYER VALLEY<br />

REGION AND 75KM WEST OF BRISBANE IS THE<br />

FAST-GROWING LOCALITY OF PLAINLAND.<br />

Situated on the Warrego Highway, Plainland is popular<br />

with travellers passing through as well as locals from<br />

the region.<br />

The locality was once grazing country but today is<br />

an important mix of expanding business, commercial<br />

and residential properties. For those passing through,<br />

there are major supermarket chains to refuel or<br />

travellers can stay awhile and enjoy the offerings at the<br />

historic Porters Plainland Hotel.<br />

For over 70 years this hotel has been managed by<br />

three generations of the Porter family, and is now<br />

considered a well-known landmark on the Warrego<br />

Highway.<br />

Offering not only all-day dining, entertainment,<br />

functions and bed and breakfast, it also has the best<br />

keno facility in Queensland.<br />

Last October at the <strong>QHA</strong> Awards, Porters Plainland<br />

Hotel was awarded the Best Keno award for its<br />

dedicated Keno setup. With nine Keno screens and<br />

an additional three screens for Keno Racing, punters<br />

will never miss out on their numbers. The screens<br />

have been strategically placed to be visible to patrons<br />

from anywhere in the venue, including the front deck<br />

where meals are served, as well as the dining room.<br />

“You can be in any area of our Hotel and play, be it our<br />

front deck, bar or TAB areas, gaming room, pool room<br />

or dining room,” said Porters Plainland Hotel marketing<br />

manager, Melissa Porter.<br />

“We have large screens and plenty of tickets in all<br />

areas. We also have a great bunch of regular punters<br />

who enjoy the game - it’s a very social game.”<br />

Melissa reiterated that Keno is a game and it is meant<br />

to be fun and enjoyable for patrons, so staffing was an<br />

important factor in their Keno service, attributing the<br />

hotel’s success to both staff and patrons.<br />

“We keep striving to offer better Keno service each<br />

year and this has paid off with ongoing growth. “We<br />

are thrilled to have won the award two years in a row<br />

- it’s a credit to our great players and wonderful team,”<br />

Melissa said.<br />

They have also had some jackpot winners at the Hotel.<br />

“We’ve had some great winners over the years.<br />

A couple of 7/7 winners and a few 9/10 winners,<br />

we must be due for a 10/10 winner soon so spread<br />

the word!”


INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT<br />

with Damian Steele<br />

STATE BUDGET 2<strong>01</strong>8-19: TOURISM AND<br />

HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY HIGHLIGHTS<br />

The 2<strong>01</strong>8-19 Queensland Budget has recognised the tourism industry as one of the state’s major economic drivers,<br />

committing in excess of $180 million of additional funding. Tourism is a $25 billion industry for Queensland.<br />

Queensland’s tourism opportunities feature prominently in the Government’s economic strategy and budget with significant<br />

investment committed to help ensure the state stays on the radar for our interstate and international visitors:<br />

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TOURISM PROGRAMS<br />

$94.6 million over five years to progress programs under<br />

the Growing Tourism Jobs initiative including:<br />

• Attracting Tourism Fund: $48.6 million to provide<br />

incentives to attract new and international airline routes<br />

and cruise ships to Queensland.<br />

• Regional Tourism Infrastructure and Experience<br />

Development Program: $46 million to assist<br />

communities grow tourism by developing new and<br />

improved tourism experiences.<br />

TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE<br />

• Reef Resort Rejuvenation Fund: $25 million over three<br />

years to establish and deliver infrastructure for the Great<br />

Barrier Reef islands. The fund will prioritise projects<br />

focused on growing, greening and cleaning.<br />

• Great Keppel Island Recovery Package: $25 million<br />

over three years to deliver major tourism infrastructure<br />

improvements such as power and water connections to<br />

the mainland.<br />

EVENTS<br />

$36 million over three years to attract more major events<br />

to Queensland. This investment will drive growth of major<br />

events throughout Queensland making it Australia’s<br />

Events Capital.<br />

GREAT BARRIER REEF<br />

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the major reasons<br />

interstate and international visitors come to Queensland.<br />

To support the reef and manage the impacts of climate<br />

change, the Government is investing $330 million over five<br />

years. A number of initiatives are outlined in the 2<strong>01</strong>8-19<br />

Budget, including:<br />

• Joint Field Management Program: increased funding of<br />

$26 million over four years and $10.4 million per annum<br />

ongoing to protect and maintain marine and island<br />

ecosystems in the Great Barrier Reef.<br />

• Water Quality: increased funding of $13.8 million over<br />

four years to extend the Queensland Reef Water Quality<br />

Program.<br />

TRAINING AND SKILLS<br />

Delivery on skill development through the following<br />

investments to increase workforce participation, training<br />

and apprenticeships:<br />

• $180 million over three years to boost the Skilling<br />

Queenslanders for Work initiative to fund more<br />

apprenticeships and increase workforce participation.<br />

• $11 million to respond to high demand and support<br />

Back to Work in South East Queensland. Further,<br />

increased funding of $20.5 million over three years<br />

to continue Back to Work in areas of South East<br />

Queensland with significant labour market challenges.<br />

• $5 million to introduce a Back to Work Mature Aged<br />

Worker Boost. Under the Boost, employers who<br />

employ an eligible unemployed mature-aged jobseeker<br />

are eligible for payments of up to $20,000.<br />

• $1 million for a trial program designed to deliver<br />

targeted skills and specialist business advice and<br />

mentoring support to Queenslanders who want to<br />

create their own future job.<br />

• The Government is extending until 30 June 2<strong>01</strong>9<br />

the 50% payroll tax rebate on the exempt wages of<br />

apprentices and trainees. This is part of the Government<br />

commitment to address youth unemployment and<br />

build Queensland’s skills base, particularly in regional<br />

Queensland.<br />

SUSTAINABLE FUTURES<br />

• $3.9 million over four years to continue delivering the<br />

ecoBiz program that helps small to medium sized<br />

businesses identify and achieve financial savings and<br />

eco-efficiency across energy, water and waste.<br />

In addition to tourism investment, the budget invests<br />

almost $45.8 billion in infrastructure projects over<br />

four years.<br />

The <strong>QHA</strong> will continue to keep members informed of<br />

opportunities regarding incentives for employment and<br />

training programs.<br />

Link to the Queensland State Budget 2<strong>01</strong>8-19:<br />

https://budget.qld.gov.au/files/BP4-2<strong>01</strong>8-19.pdf


Ross Tims TRAINING AND SAFETY<br />

THE RETURN OF THE WHSO?<br />

IS THE WHSO COMING BACK? NOW THAT’S SCARED YOU, HASN’T IT?<br />

Back in the day, the 1995 Workplace Health<br />

and Safety legislation created a requirement for<br />

Queensland businesses who employed more than 30<br />

workers to appoint a staff member as the Workplace<br />

Health and Safety Officer (WHSO). This was mandated<br />

under the old legislation, and involved undertaking a<br />

five day face-to-face training course for the core WHS<br />

modules, and then a further two days for the elective<br />

units (service industry).<br />

The WHSO was the designated go-to person for<br />

health and safety matters in the workplace. There were<br />

difficulties in meeting the mandatory nature of this<br />

appointment as it was often problematic identifying a<br />

staff member who wanted to take on this responsibility,<br />

and additionally undertake the seven day training<br />

course. The other issue was cost. The high employee<br />

turnover rate in the sector often led to prohibitive<br />

training costs when trying to backfill the appointment.<br />

I think that over time the scheme significantly<br />

increased industry awareness of workplace health and<br />

safety skills and knowledge but eventually outlived its<br />

usefulness.<br />

When our safety legislation was harmonised on 1<br />

January 2<strong>01</strong>2 along with other Australian states and<br />

territories, which each had their own distinct laws,<br />

the requirement was removed. None of the other<br />

jurisdictions had a WHSO equivalent.<br />

The news is that a return of the Work Health and<br />

Safety Officer is imminent; however, in an optional<br />

capacity. Legislation has recently passed the<br />

Queensland Parliament which contained provisions to<br />

allow businesses to formally appoint a WHSO, if they<br />

so wish. The law change also provides incentives to<br />

business to appoint a WHSO, the appointment being<br />

evidence that steps have been taken to manage health<br />

and safety risks.<br />

Any person (either an employee or an employer) can<br />

apply to the regulator for a certificate of authority for<br />

appointment as a WHSO. The minimum qualification to<br />

be able to gain WHSO certification is either:<br />

WHEN OUR SAFETY LEGISLATION WAS<br />

HARMONISED ON 1 JANUARY 2<strong>01</strong>2 ALONG WITH<br />

OTHER AUSTRALIAN STATES AND TERRITORIES,<br />

WHICH EACH HAD THEIR OWN DISTINCT LAWS,<br />

THE REQUIREMENT WAS REMOVED. NONE OF THE<br />

OTHER JURISDICTIONS HAD A WHSO EQUIVALENT.<br />

• A Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, or<br />

• Completion of an approved work health and safety<br />

course (a number of which are currently being<br />

accredited).<br />

The certificate of authority is valid for a period of five<br />

years.<br />

The role of the WHSO is similar to former times in<br />

that they are to advise the business on matters of<br />

workplace health and safety including identifying<br />

hazards and risks, report any related workplace<br />

incidents or imminent risks, investigate WHS incidents<br />

and establish and deliver WHS education and training<br />

to staff.<br />

On a 12 monthly basis, the WHSO is required to<br />

undertake a risk assessment of work carried out by the<br />

business and provide a written report identifying those<br />

risks arising from the assessment. The WHSO (who is<br />

not an employer) is indemnified from legal responsibility<br />

for actions or omissions undertaken in good faith.<br />

I can’t see an industry wide take-up of this optional<br />

WHSO scheme but it’s certainly a good idea for<br />

workplaces who wish to sustain their WHS standards<br />

at a more proficient level.<br />

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EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS with Sarah Tilby<br />

PARENTAL LEAVE<br />

ANSWERING SOME COMMON QUESTIONS<br />

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Parental leave is an important tool to support<br />

employees who have welcomed a child into their<br />

family (whether via birth or adoption), and it’s also a<br />

workplace right as part of the National Employment<br />

Standards (NES) in the Fair Work Act 2009.<br />

Eligible employees also have the ability to access<br />

parental leave pay funded by the Australian<br />

Government, for which the employer will need to act<br />

as ‘paymaster’. Parental leave can sometimes be a<br />

tricky area to grasp, and the Employment Relations<br />

Department receives a variety of enquiries from <strong>QHA</strong><br />

members as to how it operates in practice. This<br />

article answers some common questions in relation to<br />

parental leave.<br />

Please note, the below information is only a general<br />

summary of common parental leave questions – where<br />

in doubt, seek advice for your specific circumstances!<br />

Additionally, if after reading this article you want to<br />

learn more about parental leave, the Employment<br />

Relations Department has produced fact sheets<br />

on both the unpaid leave under the NES and the<br />

Government parental leave pay scheme – these can<br />

be downloaded from the <strong>QHA</strong> website (member log-in<br />

is required).<br />

As an employer, do I have to provide parental<br />

leave pay to an employee accessing parental<br />

leave under the Act, out of my own funds?<br />

There is no legal obligation for an employer to provide<br />

parental leave pay out of their own funds – it is optional<br />

to provide employer-funded parental leave pay.<br />

Employers still have to comply with the ‘paymaster’<br />

function for the Australian Government scheme, where<br />

funds are sent by the Department of Human Services<br />

(DHS) to the employer, who must then pay the funds<br />

to the employee.<br />

It’s important to comply with the Government<br />

scheme - A NSW company was recently ordered<br />

to pay a penalty of $98,700 and one of its directors<br />

was ordered to personally pay a separate penalty of<br />

$19,720, for breaching the Paid Parental Leave Act<br />

2<strong>01</strong>0 when they withheld Government parental leave<br />

pay from an employee. The company eventually paid<br />

the money …. five months late, after first giving the Fair<br />

Work Ombudsman a document which falsely said the<br />

payment had been made!<br />

Do casuals have an entitlement to unpaid<br />

parental leave?<br />

They will have an entitlement where, immediately<br />

before the commencement of the leave:<br />

• they are, or will be, a long term casual, having<br />

been employed by the employer on a regular and<br />

systematic basis over the last 12 months; and<br />

• they have a reasonable expectation of continuing<br />

employment with the employer on a regular and<br />

systematic basis.<br />

An employee is going to be taking a year off of<br />

unpaid parental leave. If they ask for another year<br />

off, does the employer have agree to this?<br />

The NES does allow an employee to request an<br />

extension of their originally agreed parental leave<br />

period, however there are several conditions to this.<br />

In this scenario, if the employee has already been<br />

granted 12 months of leave and asks for another<br />

year off, the employer can refuse the request only on<br />

reasonable business grounds. Please refer to the <strong>QHA</strong><br />

fact sheet titled ‘Parental Leave under the NES’ for<br />

more information about how to properly respond to<br />

parental leave extension requests from employees.<br />

Note: if the employee is part of a couple where their<br />

partner also takes unpaid parental leave in relation to<br />

the same child, the couple can only take a total of 24<br />

months of unpaid parental leave combined.<br />

FURTHER INFORMATION<br />

Financial <strong>QHA</strong> members seeking more information or<br />

wishing to discuss a specific matter are encouraged to<br />

contact the Employment Relations Department for a<br />

confidential discussion.<br />

Non <strong>QHA</strong> members can also obtain advice and<br />

assistance from the team for a nominal consultancy<br />

fee.<br />

Contact the Employment Relations Department on:<br />

telephone: 07 3221 6999 or via email: er@qha.org.au.


EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS<br />

2<strong>01</strong>7 – 2<strong>01</strong>8<br />

ANNUAL WAGE<br />

REVIEW DECISION<br />

Don’t forget – the Annual Wage Review (AWR)<br />

Decision released by the Fair Work Commission<br />

(FWC) means that minimum wages and some<br />

allowances in modern awards, including the<br />

Hospitality Industry (General) Award 2<strong>01</strong>0<br />

(‘HIGA’) have increased by 3.5%.The increase<br />

had effect from an employer’s first full pay<br />

period on or after 1 <strong>July</strong> 2<strong>01</strong>8.<br />

(Note: certain allowances called ‘expense<br />

related allowances’ do not change in line with<br />

the AWR and instead are varied by the FWC<br />

around the same time as the AWR Decision,<br />

based on certain Australian Bureau of Statistics<br />

figures).<br />

Members can download updated wage guides<br />

for the HIGA and a range of other modern<br />

awards from the <strong>QHA</strong> website (member login<br />

is required). Alternatively, you can email<br />

Lyndsay Balch, Employment Relations Advisor,<br />

at lbalch@qha.org.au with the names of the<br />

wage sheets you require as well as the name<br />

of your venue so that <strong>QHA</strong> membership can be<br />

confirmed.<br />

The following wage sheets are available from<br />

the <strong>QHA</strong>:<br />

• Hospitality Industry (General) Award 2<strong>01</strong>0<br />

(‘HIGA’)<br />

• Restaurant Industry Award 2<strong>01</strong>0 (‘RIA)<br />

• HIGA and RIA Wage Rates for:<br />

- Apprentices<br />

- Trainees<br />

• Hair and Beauty Industry Award 2<strong>01</strong>0<br />

• Joinery and Building Trades Award 2<strong>01</strong>0<br />

• Live Performance Award 2<strong>01</strong>0<br />

• Manufacturing and Associated Industries and<br />

Occupation Award 2<strong>01</strong>0<br />

• Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award 2<strong>01</strong>0<br />

• Registered and Licensed Clubs Award 2<strong>01</strong>0<br />

• Vehicle Manufacturing, Repair, Service and<br />

Retail Award 2<strong>01</strong>0<br />

10 th A N N U A L<br />

C O N F E R E N C E<br />

EMPLOYMENT<br />

R E L A T I O N S<br />

CONFERENCE<br />

THE 2<strong>01</strong>8 CONFERENCE FOCUSES ON<br />

THE THEME OF MANAGING EMPLOYEE<br />

WELFARE WITH PRESENTATIONS ON<br />

MENTAL HEALTH, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE<br />

AND DEVELOPING SELF-RESILIENCE.<br />

THE CONFERENCE WILL ALSO<br />

EXAMINE PRACTICAL BUSINESS<br />

MATTERS INCLUDING WAGE TO<br />

REVENUE BENCHMARKING, MIGRATION<br />

DEVELOPMENTS AND LABOUR HIRE.<br />

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ACCOMMODATION UPDATE with Judy Hill<br />

AUSTRALIA’S FIRST ACCOMMODATION<br />

BUSINESS EXPO<br />

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No Vacancy is an event which for a number of years<br />

was only a 1 day conference. However, it has now<br />

been revamped and increased in size to become an<br />

Accommodation Business Expo, the largest and most<br />

comprehensive business event in the industry. It is<br />

amined for those who own, run and market hotels,<br />

motels, serviced apartments and other accommodation<br />

properties across Australia, New Zealand and the<br />

Pacific Islands.<br />

Due to overwhelming interest from guests and<br />

exhibitors an additional hall at Sydney’s recently<br />

reopened International Convention Centre (ICC) has<br />

been committed to the event, creating a dramatic<br />

expansion to the originally planned show size. This<br />

increase to the show’s footprint makes No Vacancy an<br />

estimated seven times larger in scale than any other<br />

industry event of its kind in the Australian market.<br />

Now covering a floor space of over 7,700 square<br />

metres, No Vacancy will boast exhibitors relevant to<br />

all aspects of the hotel and accommodation industry<br />

aiming to assist visitors in areas including technology,<br />

guest experience, interiors and refurbishment, revenue<br />

and distribution, digital marketing, management and<br />

operations, as well as housekeeping products and<br />

services to maximise profits.<br />

With over 110 already confirmed suppliers and vendors<br />

exhibiting, and a further 60 expected to be announced<br />

in coming weeks, Sydney’s ICC will be full of experts<br />

from across all areas of the industry. In addition, there<br />

will be over 40 hours of free, practical and tactical<br />

seminars led by industry experts catering to all property<br />

sizes and management job functions.<br />

With the Australian travel industry seeing a 6% increase<br />

in international visitors year on year to 8.1 million and<br />

a 7% increase in domestic travel to 97.2 million (IVS<br />

year ending December 2<strong>01</strong>7), increased demand has<br />

propelled an expectated 24,000 new rooms to be<br />

added to the market. Ahead of this expansion, No<br />

Vacancy is the only place for industry members to stay<br />

at the forefront of trends and innovations.


4 th A N N U A L<br />

&<br />

HOTEL MARKET<br />

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK<br />

E V E N T<br />

ACCOMMODATION UPDATE<br />

A must attend for those in the industry, No Vacancy<br />

understands exactly what proprietors and managers<br />

are looking for to optimise their business, enhance<br />

the guest experience and ultimately maximise their<br />

profits. Hotel technology, refurbishment and interior<br />

design, along with guest experience are the three<br />

main areas of interest identified by the large pool of<br />

already registered visitors. To reflect the demand, a<br />

new seminar program has been added with a focus on<br />

hotel design and experience.<br />

A dedicated Hotel Technology Zone will showcase the<br />

hottest and most innovative solutions from more than<br />

50 market-leading vendors from around the world,<br />

including the likes of TravelClick, InTouch Data, RMS -<br />

The Hospitality Cloud, Oracle and Angie Hospitality.<br />

No Vacancy Accommodation Business Expo is<br />

receiving huge levels of support from the industry for<br />

the event to be a truly national trade show for the hotel<br />

and accommodation sector. Notably support has been<br />

received from leading suppliers, major associations,<br />

but also accommodation decision makers from not<br />

only nationally but also from the South Pacific<br />

including Fiji.<br />

The free-to-attend tradeshow is expecting over 2,000<br />

visitors across the two-day event.<br />

To view details on exhibitors, education and speakers<br />

of the No Vacancy Accommodation Business Expo<br />

on 17 and 18 <strong>July</strong> @ ICC Sydney Exhibition Centre,<br />

Darling Harbour. <strong>QHA</strong> members can register for<br />

complimentary tickets at<br />

https://register.novacancy.com.au/Reg/NoVacancy/<br />

THE ACCOMMODATION DIVISION OF <strong>QHA</strong> INVITES<br />

YOU TO THE 4TH ANNUAL HOTEL MARKET AND<br />

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK ½ DAY EVENT<br />

Providing attendees with an insight into<br />

market trends that will assist in preparing<br />

economic forecasts and facilitate<br />

strategic planning, this must-attend event<br />

is of paramount importance to your hotel’s<br />

future financial prosperity.<br />

J U L Y<br />

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Soleil<br />

Pool Bar,<br />

Rydges.


COMPASS<br />

LIKE A GOOD WINE, ONLY THE BEST ARE PRESERVED<br />

AS QUEENSLAND’S LARGEST INLAND CITY LOCATED 125KM WEST OF BRISBANE, TOOWOOMBA<br />

SITS IN A COMMANDING POSITION A TOP THE WESTERN SLOPES OF THE GREAT DIVIDING<br />

RANGE, 700M ABOVE SEA LEVEL.<br />

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With breathtaking views of Table Top Mountain and<br />

the Lockyer Valley, Toowoomba is the regional capital<br />

for the Darling Downs and has been a major centre for<br />

commerce, industry and education.<br />

Thanks to its rich soils and ideal climate, Toowoomba<br />

has been popular with agriculture and pastoralists<br />

since the 19th century and is home to the famous<br />

Carnival of Flowers, held annually in September and a<br />

tradition that dates back to 1949.<br />

The flower carnival was originally concocted as a way<br />

to promote increased economic activity in the city<br />

following the hardship of war and on October 21, 1950<br />

it began with a street procession watched by a strong<br />

crowd of 50,000 people.<br />

Since then the event has gained momentum and<br />

continues to grow each year attracting tourists from far<br />

and wide. The 10-day event attracted a record crowd<br />

last year with 255,639 people attending in what has<br />

been a great drawcard for the town of Toowoomba.<br />

The town’s botanical history can be traced back<br />

to 1816 when an English botanist and explorer,<br />

Allan Cunningham arrived in Toowoomba collecting<br />

botanical specimens with fellow botanist Joseph<br />

Banks.<br />

As popularity for the region grew in the 1800s, so<br />

too did the settlements with schools and churches<br />

being built as well as three hotels by 1850 when<br />

the population reached 700. Wanting to become a


COMPASS<br />

THE TOWN’S BOTANICAL HISTORY CAN BE TRACED BACK TO 1816 WHEN AN ENGLISH BOTANIST<br />

AND EXPLORER, ALLAN CUNNINGHAM ARRIVED IN TOOWOOMBA COLLECTING BOTANICAL<br />

SPECIMENS WITH FELLOW BOTANIST JOSEPH BANKS.<br />

municipality in its own right, a petition of 100 names<br />

was presented to the then Governor Bowen with a<br />

request to become a city. Their wish was granted on<br />

November 24, 1860 and Toowoomba was proclaimed<br />

a municipality.<br />

Progression and development soon followed with a<br />

railway line, gaol, town hall, and hospital all built to<br />

accommodate the growing population. Many of these<br />

original buildings are still standing today with many<br />

heritage-listed buildings dotted throughout the town.<br />

In the central city and inner suburbs alone there are<br />

about 50 sites listed on the Queensland heritage<br />

register.<br />

In the town’s main thoroughfare of Ruthven Street,<br />

there are the Defiance Flour Mill and the neighbouring<br />

Foundry built circa 1911, Piggots Department Store<br />

(1910), The White Horse Hotel (c1900) and the clocktowered<br />

city hall (1900).<br />

Further walks around the town centre will uncover<br />

the railway station built in 1873 as well as St Patrick’s<br />

Cathedral constructed in 1883 and many more<br />

historical structures.<br />

Those who appreciate architecture and history will<br />

be truly captivated by the range of building styles<br />

documented throughout the town, from Victorian to<br />

Art Deco.<br />

Flower Festival at the Botanic Gardens<br />

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COMPASS<br />

View from picnic point lookout Toowoomba<br />

St. Patricks Cathedral, Toowoomba<br />

TOOWOOMBA REALLY APPEALS TO<br />

EVERYONE’S TASTES AS IT IS A BIG CITY<br />

OFFERING COUNTRY CHARM.<br />

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Take a drive out of the city centre and you can<br />

discover architecturally-designed villas and cottages<br />

from the late 19 th to early 20 th centuries. Prior to 1931,<br />

houses were identified by names rather than numbers,<br />

so many of the heritage listed residences are known<br />

by name, such as Geeumbi, Tor and Weetwood all<br />

designed by notable architects of their time. With so<br />

much history preserved in architecture, visitors can<br />

take a guided architectural tour of Toowoomba.<br />

However, it’s not just buildings that are heritage listed,<br />

Toowoomba also has parklands that are protected<br />

including Picnic Point on Tourist Road. Its natural<br />

landscape offers expansive 180-degrees views from<br />

the north to the south along the escarpment and<br />

foothills of the Great Dividing Range and views to the<br />

world heritage-listed area of The Scenic Rim.


COMPASS<br />

Flower Festival at the Botanic Gardens<br />

Botanic Gardens<br />

Toowoomba really appeals to everyone’s tastes as<br />

it is a big city offering country charm. Almost every<br />

corner has a story to tell from the houses and hotels to<br />

woolsheds and museums. The Woolshed at Jondaryan<br />

is the oldest and largest operational shearing shed in<br />

the world and offers structural recognition from the<br />

pioneer days of settlement and celebrates the rich<br />

cultural heritage and pastoral history of the Darling<br />

Downs region. Opened every day, the Jondaryan<br />

Woolshed has activities and demonstrations, museum<br />

and of course, damper.<br />

Part of the Queensland Museum Network is<br />

Toowoomba’s Cobb+Co Museum which is home to<br />

the National Carriage Collection. Visitors can interact<br />

with displays, exhibits, heritage trade workshops<br />

as well as revisiting Australia’s early transport era<br />

discovering how the 47 horse-drawn vehicles on<br />

display played an important role in the development of<br />

Queensland.<br />

For a spot of fresh air, there are plenty of half-day<br />

self-guided driving tours on the city’s regional council<br />

website (tr.qld.gov.au) where you can explore farming<br />

country, old pioneering villages, mountains and more.<br />

Once you’ve returned to Toowoomba, feel free to stop<br />

in at one of the following watering holes to refuel and<br />

relax.<br />

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COMPASS<br />

BURKE AND WILLS HOTEL<br />

554 Ruthven St, Toowoomba<br />

After 335 days of intense internal and external<br />

renovations, the all new Burke & Wills Hotel reopened<br />

its doors in May this year.<br />

Fully refreshed and upgraded after over $15million<br />

worth of new an improved accommodation and<br />

facilities. The new Burke & Wills combines old-school<br />

extravagance and service with just the right measure<br />

of modernity to offer guests the most luxurious<br />

accommodation in the Darling Downs region. Hosting<br />

82 all new luxurious rooms and suites, two restaurants,<br />

five function spaces, 24 hour reception, secure<br />

parking, revolving front doors, the latest in guest<br />

technology, spacious lobby and much more.<br />

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CUBE HOTEL<br />

Corner Margaret and Neil Streets, Toowoomba<br />

The Cube Hotel is the perfect venue to enjoy delicious<br />

lunch and dinner each day of the week. Famous for<br />

steaks, dine inside or outside on their second-storey,<br />

wrap-around verandah. By trimming their steaks of<br />

excess fat, The Cube claims to have some of the<br />

healthiest heart smart steaks in town. Combine that<br />

with their unique serving method, that sees steaks<br />

arrive on a searing 400 degree volcanic stone which<br />

eliminates excess oil and traps in the all natural<br />

juices, locking in the flavour, your mouth will surely be<br />

watering.


COMPASS<br />

FEDERAL HOTEL<br />

111 James St, Toowoomba<br />

The Federal Hotel offers an array of facilities and<br />

entertainment areas for everyone to enjoy. And if you’re<br />

looking for something to eat, they offer relaxed familyfriendly<br />

dining with a great range of meals from premium<br />

char-grilled steaks to bistro favourites. There are chef’s<br />

seafood and pasta selections, a seniors menu and for<br />

the little ones, a fun kids menu. A private function room<br />

is the perfect area for corporate events and meetings<br />

and the Federal Hotel also offers accommodation on<br />

site.<br />

The bar offers a relaxed and friendly environment<br />

perfect for catching up with friends or a relaxing drink.<br />

FOX Sports features throughout and the hotel is a<br />

favourite among locals and those passing through.<br />

Their function rooms are also great for end of year<br />

sports club trophy nights, corporate or community<br />

group meetings and more.<br />

The Irish Club Hotel is actually the site of the first<br />

hospital in Toowoomba. Many say the ghosts roam<br />

the bars and hallways of the hotel! It was originally the<br />

Governor Blackall Hotel, then the Canberra Hotel and<br />

the Darling Downs Irish Club have now purchased it.<br />

HOTEL NORVILLE<br />

70 Russell St, Toowoomba<br />

Open seven days a week for both lunch and dinner,<br />

the Hotel Norville has local bands on show each and<br />

every Friday night, and Karaoke fun on Thursday and<br />

Saturdays nights. With a fireplace to keep warm, this<br />

is the perfect spot to start a Sunday session.<br />

FITZY’S TOOWOOMBA<br />

153 Margaret St, Toowoomba<br />

Fitzy’s Toowoomba takes patrons on a journey<br />

through many rooms each decorated to a different<br />

style playing host to a choice of tastes, music and<br />

liquid refreshment. Offering the ultimate patchwork of<br />

lounges, bars, dining nooks and places to meet as well<br />

as function rooms to accommodate small gatherings<br />

to 100 plus events and more.<br />

THE IRISH CLUB HOTEL<br />

80 Russell St, Toowoomba<br />

Located just two blocks from the heart of<br />

Toowoomba’s CBD, The Irish as it’s affectionately<br />

known, has been the friendly meeting place for many<br />

over the years. Their iconic hotel boasts some of<br />

Toowoomba’s most loved function venues that can be<br />

themed individually and fully catered with a delicious<br />

in-house menu option.<br />

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COMPASS<br />

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ROYAL HOTEL TOOWOOMBA<br />

189 Ruthven St, Toowoomba<br />

The Royal Hotel is understood to have been built<br />

c1896 and is a two-storey brick building of the<br />

Victorian period. Extensively altered over the years,<br />

there are still original features including pressed metal<br />

ceilings, internal staircases and chimneys. The current<br />

owners are in the advanced stages of planning the<br />

reinstatement of the original verandah detailing.<br />

The Royal stands for local, community, tradition,<br />

authenticity and value - The Royal Hotel “for everyone”.<br />

It’s undergoing somewhat of a rejuvenation with a<br />

new beer garden added to the north and linking to the<br />

Old Bakery which has become an extremely popular<br />

“party house”/ function room. The hotel still operates a<br />

direct pull beer reticulation system and prides itself on<br />

the best beer in Toowoomba because of this! Offering<br />

traditional pub favourites but with a fresh and healthy<br />

provenance, steaks are cooked on a char grill, there is<br />

fresh fish on the menu and all meals come with a free<br />

vegetable and salad buffet.<br />

SOUTHERN HOTEL TOOWOOMBA<br />

839 Ruthven St, Toowoomba<br />

The Southern Hotel has been in the same family since<br />

1986 and is conveniently located at the southern end<br />

of Ruthven St. It’s award-winning Fire & Ice Bistro<br />

offers fine dining without the high cost. Offering<br />

steak, seafood, pizza, pasta and daily specials, there<br />

is something to suit everyone. As well as a relaxed,<br />

comfortable dining area, there is also a children’s den<br />

with Playstation consoles.<br />

Its Bar 839 is the place to settle in for a day or night<br />

of fun, food, sport and great company with a range<br />

of bar snacks to steaks. Gather with friends inside<br />

or out, check out sport on the screens and enjoy the<br />

Southern Hotel hospitality.<br />

GOWRIE ROAD HOTEL<br />

208 Bridge Road, Toowoomba<br />

Gowrie Road Hotel is a popular Toowoomba venue,<br />

serving wholesome, hearty meals all the family can<br />

enjoy with weekly specials, giving you great bang<br />

for your buck. The Gowrie Road Hotel prides itself<br />

on its deep roots as the friendliest pub in town, here<br />

you can guarantee you will get good old-fashioned<br />

service with a smile and can expect a g’day when<br />

you walk in. Offering a wide range of succulent steaks<br />

and delicious house-made dishes and desserts, they<br />

also offer an extensive wine list and drinks menu.<br />

The restaurant is a family- friendly venue, with healthy<br />

dining options for children as well as the Kids Zone<br />

activity bag free with every Kids Meal purchase.<br />

NEWTOWN HOTEL<br />

64-725 Anzac Ave, Toowoomba<br />

Newton Hotel offers a family-friendly environment<br />

with a bistro menu complete with quality meals at<br />

affordable prices. There is a detached Super Cellars<br />

Bottle Shop located at Wyalla Shopping Plaza, offering<br />

customers friendly service with a variety of choice as<br />

well as a large drive-thru offering a great variety of<br />

brands and weekly specials.<br />

There is a dedicated gaming and keno area hosting<br />

40 state of the art gaming machines with free barista<br />

made coffee and Tim Tams while guests play.<br />

PORTADOWN HOTEL<br />

135 Herries Street, Toowoomba<br />

The Portadown Hotel is situated in the heart of<br />

Toowoomba. It is a classic Queenslander hotel with<br />

friendly staff and a down-to-earth laid back country<br />

atmosphere. Offering a comfortable gaming room with<br />

19 machines, free tea and coffee as well as a main bar<br />

and cocktail bar.


The Hon. Yvette D’Ath<br />

ATTORNEY GENERAL<br />

SUPPORT RESPONSIBLE<br />

GAMBLING AWARENESS WEEK<br />

At end of <strong>July</strong> the Queensland Government will be<br />

supporting Responsible Gambling Awareness Week<br />

(RGAW), and we’d like you to join us.<br />

The government is committed to help Queenslanders<br />

stay within their limits, and promote how and where<br />

they can access support services if they feel gambling<br />

has become a problem.<br />

The annual event will be held from 30 <strong>July</strong> to 5 August.<br />

This year, we want your patrons to check-in with<br />

themselves and ask ‘how does your gambling stack<br />

up?’<br />

By now, your venue should have received RGAW<br />

2<strong>01</strong>8 collateral, including posters and brochures to<br />

display in the lead-up and during RGAW. Hotels with a<br />

gaming licence are at the frontline in getting these key<br />

messages out to their patrons.<br />

If you’d like more information on how to become<br />

involved in RGAW activities in your area, contact your<br />

local Gambling Help service.<br />

They assisted venue security with moving people on,<br />

identified potential hazardous situations and, referred<br />

matters to the Queensland Police Service (QPS) when<br />

required.<br />

In an evaluation, the officers have been described as<br />

an “excellent resource” to the SNP and the statistics<br />

back this up. The number of violent incidents generally<br />

trended downwards and, we also saw the number<br />

of referrals to QPS and the number of venue assists<br />

increase as the trial went on.<br />

Venue licensees, police and community<br />

representatives all commented that the presence of<br />

the security officers made a positive difference to their<br />

operations and to the safety of the community.<br />

One licensee commented, “Their contribution has<br />

absolutely assisted us in continuing to provide a safe,<br />

welcoming and controlled place.”<br />

SECURITY OFFICERS: ‘EXCELLENT<br />

RESOURCE’ FOR SUNSHINE COAST SNP<br />

A Sunshine Coast Safe Night Precinct (SNP) initiative<br />

that aimed to ensure ‘enjoyable, safe and respectful<br />

nights-out’ for patrons has been met with encouraging<br />

feedback after the completion of an eight-month trial.<br />

In October 2<strong>01</strong>6 the SNP local board were granted<br />

government funding to provide roaming security<br />

officers to patrol the Maroochydore precinct. Due<br />

to the success of this initiative further funding<br />

was granted in June 2<strong>01</strong>7 to employ additional<br />

roaming security officers to extend the service to<br />

the Mooloolaba precinct. This initiative will continue<br />

through to the end of December 2<strong>01</strong>8.<br />

The security officers are providing a visible presence<br />

and dealing with a number of issues including people<br />

drinking in public, heavily intoxicated people, violent or<br />

aggressive behaviours and public nuisance incidents.<br />

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OLGR<br />

with Michael Sarquis<br />

HEAVY FINES FOR NON-COMPLIANCE<br />

OF LIQUOR LICENCES<br />

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When it comes to complying with obligations relating<br />

to the sale of liquor, consider the case of two Sunshine<br />

Coast licensee companies as an example of what<br />

to avoid.<br />

The two companies were recently fined and convicted<br />

for breaches against the Liquor Act 1992, some of<br />

which related to the same Noosa nightclub.<br />

On 10 May 2<strong>01</strong>8, the Maroochydore Magistrates<br />

Court heard that the current owners of Rolling Rock<br />

Nightclub - Rolling Rock Nightclub Pty Ltd - sold nearly<br />

$40,000 worth of liquor between <strong>July</strong> and August<br />

2<strong>01</strong>7 without holding a liquor licence. This followed the<br />

company taking over the operation from Buddha on<br />

Hastings Pty Ltd, which was also unlicensed.<br />

Rolling Rock Nightclub Pty Ltd pleaded guilty to two<br />

breaches of the Act and were fined $15,000 with a<br />

conviction recorded.<br />

Then on 23 May 2<strong>01</strong>8, Buddha on Hastings Pty<br />

Ltd - pleaded guilty in the Maroochydore Magistrates<br />

Court to selling over $60,700 worth of liquor at the<br />

same venue without a licence from 20 May to 13 <strong>July</strong><br />

2<strong>01</strong>7, after they had taken over from the then licensee,<br />

Noosa Nightclub Pty Ltd.<br />

They were also fined $15,000 with a conviction<br />

recorded.<br />

Buddha on Hastings Pty Ltd faced additional charges<br />

relating to when they operated the Buddha on<br />

Hastings restaurant in Noosa.<br />

The court heard that following a number of complaints,<br />

OLGR and the Queensland Police Service executed a<br />

search warrant in May 2<strong>01</strong>7.<br />

As a result the owners were charged and pleaded<br />

guilty to six counts of supplying liquor at an<br />

unauthorised time on 23 separate days and four<br />

charges of allowing liquor to be consumed at an<br />

unauthorised time on 11 separate days.<br />

The company was fined an additional $30,000 and<br />

convictions were recorded against all charges.<br />

These convictions are a reminder to all parties looking<br />

to operate in the liquor and gaming industries they<br />

should be aware of their licensing requirements well<br />

before commencing operations. Any breach will<br />

be taken seriously and in this case the conviction<br />

matched the seriousness of the offence.<br />

In the event that a company purchases the business of<br />

another, there is still a requirement to apply to transfer<br />

the liquor licence.


Michael Sarquis OLGR<br />

DID YOU KNOW?<br />

Up until Queensland’s statehood in 1859,<br />

Queensland’s hotels operated under<br />

NSW-issued licences.<br />

ANNUAL LIQUOR LICENCE FEES<br />

ARE DUE SHORTLY<br />

Last year, more than $275,000 in fines were issued for<br />

selling liquor with a suspended or cancelled licence as<br />

a result of unpaid liquor licence fees.<br />

Annual liquor licence fee notices for 2<strong>01</strong>8 have now<br />

been mailed to licensees and are due for payment by<br />

31 <strong>July</strong> 2<strong>01</strong>8.<br />

I’d like to reiterate how important it is that you pay your<br />

annual fee by the due date. In doing this, you will avoid<br />

your licence being automatically suspended, and then<br />

being unable to sell liquor. If your fee remains unpaid<br />

for a further 28 days, your licence will automatically be<br />

cancelled.<br />

If you have not received your notice yet, please call the<br />

Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation’s Licensing<br />

Division on (07) 3224 7131.<br />

SAVE THE DATE, 1 JULY 2<strong>01</strong>8 —<br />

EXCLUDED PERSONS REPORT<br />

From 1 <strong>July</strong> 2<strong>01</strong>8, a link will be open to allow you<br />

to report your gaming exclusions data for the period<br />

1 January to 30 June 2<strong>01</strong>8:<br />

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/exclusions.<br />

Using the online link is quick and easy and does away<br />

with the need to fax or mail forms to the Office of<br />

Regulatory Policy.<br />

Please phone 3033 0<strong>01</strong>5 or email<br />

gamingstatistics@justice.qld.gov.au if you need help.<br />

MANAGING<br />

GAMING MACHINE<br />

‘RESERVATIONS’<br />

Hoteliers whose venue offer gaming machines should<br />

ensure that they, and their staff are clear on how<br />

gaming machines can be reserved, when patrons wish<br />

to leave them temporarily and return to keep playing<br />

the same machine.<br />

If this process is not handled properly, there is potential<br />

for conflict to develop between patrons.<br />

The Rules Ancillary to Gaming allow for gaming<br />

machines to be reserved for a maximum of three<br />

minutes.<br />

Basically, there are three ways gaming machines can<br />

be reserved by a patron at your venue:<br />

• Using the machine’s ‘Reserve’ button is the<br />

preferred option to reserve a gaming machine as<br />

this functionality restricts the reservation to three<br />

minutes.<br />

• If your venue uses plastic, in-house ‘Reserve’<br />

signs, make sure you comply with the Rules<br />

Ancillary to Gaming. Requests by patrons to<br />

remove the signs should be agreed to when<br />

possible after three minutes, even if transferring<br />

credits/money off the gaming machine is required.<br />

If you find it difficult to comply with the Rules<br />

Ancillary to Gaming regarding these signs you<br />

should stop using them.<br />

• When membership cards are used in conjunction<br />

with site software (e.g. EZY Break or Break Away)<br />

the attendant alerts, received after three minutes<br />

of a machine being reserved, should be actioned<br />

promptly.<br />

TIME TO UPDATE YOUR SIGNAGE<br />

To help you communicate this with patrons and<br />

staff, we have gone through all our downloadable<br />

signage online and amended the fine amounts.<br />

Please check your in-venue signage, and update<br />

where necessary.<br />

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TOP DROP<br />

GOLDEN ALE<br />

Sail & Anchor<br />

PURE LAGER<br />

Vonu Beer<br />

STRONG PALE ALE<br />

Balter Brewing<br />

HOP SKIP &<br />

JUMP IPA<br />

Aether Brewing<br />

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Light golden ale with<br />

a little bitterness, malt<br />

and a wisp of lemon. It’s<br />

enjoyable enough without<br />

being out-of-this-world.<br />

Certainly wouldn’t knock<br />

it back if offered one on a<br />

warm day.<br />

Kind of like a Fijian version<br />

of a Corona. Not much<br />

aroma but it is clean and<br />

crisp. Best of all, every<br />

time you consume one<br />

you’re in part playing<br />

a role in supporting<br />

the protection of the<br />

endangered Vonu Dina<br />

Majestic Sea Turtle of<br />

the South Pacific. You<br />

can consume a beer and<br />

become a wildlife warrior<br />

all in one.<br />

Another Balter brew<br />

that’s hard to fault. The<br />

beers coming out of their<br />

Currumbin brewery are<br />

just so incredibly smooth.<br />

This one is intended to<br />

fill the void for drinkers<br />

wanting more than a pale<br />

ale without the hop-hit,<br />

or should we say punch,<br />

of an IPA, and it does just<br />

that. A perfectly balanced<br />

sweetness and bitterness<br />

has resulted in an<br />

incredibly easy-drinking<br />

and enjoyable beer.<br />

Thanks Balter, you have<br />

done it again.<br />

One hell of a great drop. It<br />

pours golden amber with<br />

a dense white head and<br />

it’s then you are hit with<br />

a fresh pine nose. Next is<br />

the big, bold, full bodied<br />

floral bitterness with<br />

caramel malts coming<br />

through the tasty, sprucy<br />

hops. After ‘hopping’ into<br />

a few of these you will<br />

be ‘jumping’ for joy and<br />

‘skipping’ on the notion of<br />

going home early.


TOP DROP<br />

BROADSIDE GIN<br />

The West Winds Gin<br />

AQUA VITAE<br />

MODERN GIN<br />

7K Distillery<br />

AMANTE<br />

SPIRITUS<br />

7K Distillery<br />

SALT AND<br />

PEPPERBERRY NEGRONI<br />

West Winds<br />

Navy strength gin full<br />

of firepower thanks to<br />

sea parsley seasoned<br />

with Margaret River sea<br />

salt. It sounds incredible<br />

and it truly is. In fact, it<br />

is so good it will have<br />

you singing sea shanties<br />

before signing up to sail<br />

the seven seas. Best<br />

in a Dirty Martini, it is<br />

guaranteed to satisfy the<br />

saltiest of sea dogs.<br />

In old Latin, Aqua Vita<br />

means ‘water for life’<br />

and this could well be.<br />

Fresh, fruity and floral<br />

with imperial mandarin,<br />

lemon myrtle, strawberry<br />

eucalyptus, wild fennel<br />

and Serbian juniper, this<br />

is a very clean spirit. It is<br />

recommended as best<br />

savoured with a block of<br />

ice and a splash of Fever<br />

Tree Elderberry tonic,<br />

along with fresh fruits<br />

such mandarin or peach<br />

to highlight the beautiful<br />

fruity notes.<br />

An invigorating mixture<br />

of vapour-distilled anise<br />

botanicals and locally<br />

harvested elderberries.<br />

The ingredients combine<br />

to create a harmonious<br />

taste that is rich on the<br />

palate. However, don’t<br />

limit enjoying this with<br />

your better half alone<br />

because you could quite<br />

easily fall in love with it all<br />

by yourself.<br />

A premium “bottled”<br />

cocktail within one of the<br />

most creative pieces of<br />

packaging we have come<br />

across. “An explosive<br />

twist on the Italian<br />

classic. Equal parts The<br />

Broadside, Italian Aperitif<br />

and Sweet Vermouth<br />

diluted and garnished for<br />

the distinguished palate”<br />

is what it says on the can.<br />

The taste will absolutely<br />

blow your socks off.<br />

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AETHER BREWING SHOWCASE<br />

INTO THE AETHER<br />

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This is the story two friends<br />

who dared to dream and set<br />

about realising that dream.<br />

Dave Johnson and Jimmy<br />

Young are a couple of mates<br />

who worked together in oil<br />

and gas. They lived on the<br />

Gold Coast and one day,<br />

while knocking back a few<br />

beers at Jimmy’s place,<br />

Jimmy said those seven<br />

words that so many have<br />

said before him: “I’ve always<br />

wanted to own a bar!” To which Dave replied, “I’ve<br />

always wanted to own a brewery!”<br />

They pulled out the butcher’s paper and started<br />

scribbling all of their ideas to open a craft beer<br />

brewpub in Brisbane. Whenever they hit a dead end,<br />

they said, “Chuck that out in the aether for now, and<br />

we’ll deal with it later.”<br />

Any other story would have ended there. Any other<br />

two guys would’ve woken up the next morning,<br />

perhaps slightly the worse for wear, and shrugged it off<br />

as a pipe dream that they could never pull off. Not this<br />

story however and not these guys.<br />

Dave, the creative, the ideas man, would never let his<br />

dream die. Jimmy, the perfectionist, the action man,<br />

would never stop before the job was done.<br />

Over months and years, the plans kept forming, the<br />

brew recipes kept evolving, the pieces kept falling<br />

into place, and the boys kept working. Obstacles fell<br />

in their path, but they pressed on in their labours with<br />

determination. And then, one fateful day at the start<br />

of 2<strong>01</strong>6, they signed a lease for a venue on Railway<br />

Terrace in Milton. Halfway through the year, their<br />

custom designed brewing system arrived on their<br />

doorstep.<br />

The following months had Jimmy and Dave working<br />

around the clock—fine-tuning equipment, ripping<br />

out all evidence of the previous tenants, building a<br />

brewpub from scratch… and of course, brewing<br />

enough ‘test batches’ of delicious craft beer to keep<br />

them hydrated during their marathon effort.<br />

Finally, at the end of 2<strong>01</strong>6,<br />

the day arrived. Six years<br />

of vision culminated in the<br />

doors swinging open, as the<br />

delights of Aether Brewing<br />

were made available to the<br />

people.<br />

It truly is a remarkable story<br />

of two mates simply having<br />

a crack and working their<br />

clackers off to realise a<br />

dream. And their dream<br />

is now expanding into an<br />

entirely new realm, their brewpub in Milton can’t keep<br />

up with demand and hence they’re looking to establish<br />

a production facility in Northgate. It would see them<br />

in a position to distribute on a sustainable level. They<br />

already have their own canning line that provides them<br />

the opportunity to put seasonals into cans and have<br />

their staples in stock.<br />

As for the venue itself, it isn’t some crowded beer hall,<br />

where the floors are sticky and you can’t hear yourself<br />

think. The place is quaint with a really friendly, relaxed<br />

vibe. It is a quality setup.<br />

You can pull up a stool at one of the custom-made bar<br />

tables, admire the shiny brewing tanks, and tap your<br />

foot to the music they’ve curated for your enjoyment.<br />

There’s 12 beers on tap—Aether’s six core range<br />

beers, three of their seasonal beers, and three guest<br />

beers. If you’re keen on a bite to eat, their menu has<br />

been designed with their beers in mind. In fact, the<br />

food produced is designed to match their beers, and<br />

their beers are designed to match their food.<br />

If you sneak out back, past the waterfall and up the<br />

stairs, there’s even a spacious function room with its<br />

own music system and a standing capacity of 90 with<br />

private catering packages available.<br />

Simply put, this is one brewpub that has already made<br />

its mark on the Brisbane hotel scene and with their<br />

sights set on an expanded production facility, Dave<br />

and Jimmy will no doubt get more of their Aether out<br />

into the aether.


AETHER BREWING SHOWCASE


WINE with John Rozentals<br />

Looking south across the Blue<br />

Pyrenees Estate vineyards to the<br />

foot of the Pyrenees mountains.<br />

JOHN ROZENTALS CONSIDERS<br />

A HUGE CLAIM<br />

THAT THE CENTRAL-VICTORIAN PYRENEES<br />

REGION PRODUCES THE STATE’S BEST<br />

CABERNET SAUVIGNON - IT’S A HUGE<br />

CALL TO MAKE<br />

In a state as rich in grapegrowing resources as Victoria<br />

— with regions such as the Yarra Valley, Heathcote,<br />

Geelong and the Grampians — Andrew Koerner, chief<br />

winemaker for Blue Pyrenees Estate, reckons that the<br />

central region of the Pyrenees is the pick of the state’s<br />

regions for cabernet sauvignon, arguably the king of<br />

red-grape varieties.<br />

“There is no doubt that the Pyrenees’ growing-season<br />

weather pattern of warm days and cool nights lends<br />

itself to long, slow and even ripening of cabernet<br />

sauvignon grapes,” he says.<br />

“This ripening season often culminates in warm, dry<br />

March weather to finish off this ripening process,<br />

producing intensity of flavour without compromising<br />

elegance and subtlety.”<br />

I can only nod in agreement, but add that several other<br />

Victorian regions would claim the same, so the proof<br />

has to be in the drinking.<br />

Last week I reviewed the superlative BPE 2<strong>01</strong>2<br />

Richardson Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. This was<br />

certainly one of the best cabernets I have had the<br />

pleasure to taste, but at about $120 it should be<br />

outstanding.<br />

So what about something that Average Joe can afford.<br />

How does something like the standard BPE 2<strong>01</strong>5<br />

Cabernet reviewed this week stand up?<br />

Very well indeed, though I’m still a bit reticent about<br />

recognising Koerner’s claim, at least until presented<br />

by the indisputable results of a major multi-region<br />

Victorian taste-off.<br />

TOP SHELF with John Rozentals<br />

THE NATURAL WINE CO<br />

2<strong>01</strong>7 Organic<br />

Rose<br />

THE NATURAL WINE CO<br />

2<strong>01</strong>7 Organic<br />

Shiraz<br />

BLUE PYRENEES ESTATE<br />

2<strong>01</strong>5 Cabernet<br />

Sauvignon<br />

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Made from sangiovese,<br />

an increasingly popular<br />

variety for rosé, grown in<br />

the Canowindra region,<br />

where Jason O’Dea has<br />

been practising organic<br />

viticulture for many<br />

years. A dry, refreshing<br />

and flavoursome style<br />

produced only from freerun<br />

juice and fined with<br />

‘vegan-friendly’ agents.<br />

A bold, juicy red produced<br />

again from fruit grown<br />

near Canowindra. Brief<br />

maturation in French and<br />

American oak has added<br />

a touch of complexity.<br />

Preservatives have been<br />

avoided, attesting to quite<br />

remarkable and skilful<br />

winemaking in achieving<br />

such brightness and<br />

clarity of appearance<br />

and flavour.<br />

A very handy red from a<br />

drier-than-usual season in<br />

the Pyrenees district. Lots<br />

of cassis and blackberries,<br />

plus refined and restrained<br />

French oak. Palate shows<br />

good balance of fruit, oak,<br />

tannin and acidity.<br />

I think the jury remains out<br />

on whether this is from<br />

Victoria’s top cabernet<br />

region, though the Pyrenees<br />

is right up there.


Paul St John-Wood<br />

PUBTALK<br />

FIRE<br />

We were devastated to hear the news of two hotel fires<br />

in June which completely destroyed both buildings.<br />

The Victoria Park Hotel in Townsville and The Lyceum<br />

Hotel in Longreach – both iconic and historic buildings<br />

in their own right. Thankfully no one was injured in<br />

each case but obviously it was devastating for Robyn<br />

and Frack Sexton at the Victoria Park Hotel and Lethal<br />

McCracken at the Lyceum Hotel, along with all of their<br />

loyal patrons.<br />

Annual Liquor License Fees<br />

A simple courtesy reminder that annual liquor license<br />

fees are due and payable by 31 <strong>July</strong>. Please don’t be<br />

one of the venues caught with unlicensed trade on<br />

or after 1 August. The fines are significant and OLGR<br />

are unsympathetic to any excuse. If you have financial<br />

hardship there are payment options available to you.<br />

Pubs, Pots & Profits Rockhampton<br />

In June, for only the second time in Queensland,<br />

CUB got together with the <strong>QHA</strong> to hold the Pubs,<br />

Pots & Profits forum for hoteliers from around the<br />

Rockhampton region. Thank you to all publicans and<br />

their key staff who attended the event – the feedback<br />

has been very positive! Thank you to all keynote<br />

speakers for their invaluable insights and to all of the<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> Partners who supported the successful event.<br />

<strong>QHA</strong>/TABCORP Race Day and Hoteliers Forum<br />

Last chance to grab your tickets to the annual <strong>QHA</strong>/<br />

TABCORP Race Day at Doomben Racecourse on<br />

Wednesday 25 <strong>July</strong>. Buses have been arranged for<br />

hoteliers from Toowoomba, the Sunshine Coast and<br />

the Gold Coast so there is no excuse to miss out on<br />

the festivities. Not only a great networking opportunity,<br />

this event will also feature a hoteliers forum at 11am,<br />

prior to the first race, where TABCORP will detail and<br />

showcase exciting changes ahead for each of their<br />

business sectors.<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> Regional Board Meeting – Bundaberg –<br />

Save the Date<br />

The tradition of the <strong>QHA</strong> Regional Board Meeting<br />

continues and this year Bundaberg is the chosen<br />

destination. The meeting will be held on Tuesday<br />

7 August and invitations will be sent via post and<br />

emailed to hoteliers in the greater Bundaberg area.<br />

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AGE SHOWCASE<br />

AUSTRALASIAN<br />

GAMING EXPO 2<strong>01</strong>8<br />

ANNOUNCES NEW AND<br />

IMPROVED PROGRAM<br />

For the 29th year running, industry<br />

leaders will flock from all corners of<br />

the globe in search of innovation,<br />

growth and development at Asia<br />

Pacific’s largest and longest-running<br />

gaming and hospitality expo, Australasian Ross Ferrar<br />

Gaming Expo.<br />

To be held at International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney, 14-<br />

16 August 2<strong>01</strong>8, it is the ‘must attend’ event for buyers working<br />

within hotels, clubs and casinos.<br />

Australasian Gaming Expo is the launchpad for future<br />

technological innovation, international networking opportunities<br />

and educational seminars. It’s where the community gathers to<br />

hear the latest thinking, developments and learn new ways to<br />

advance the industry.<br />

Over three days, the world’s best gaming and hospitality<br />

equipment and services are on show, with 2<strong>01</strong>8 set to be its<br />

biggest and best year yet – including some exciting new additions<br />

to this year’s program.<br />

The Networking Zone will be the heartbeat for the event where<br />

business networking and meetings take place, with suites also<br />

available for private bookings.<br />

Ross Ferrar, CEO, Gaming Technologies Association shares,<br />

“We’re making it easier than ever to make valuable business<br />

connections, with a range of networking opportunities and a<br />

dedicated Networking Lounge to bring together the whole gaming<br />

and hospitality community,”<br />

A First Timers Program will welcome newcomers to this event,<br />

with easily identifiable lanyards, a guided show floor highlights<br />

tour and an exclusive networking event to help guests visiting for<br />

the first time get the most out of the show.<br />

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AGE SHOWCASE<br />

THE NETWORKING ZONE WILL BE THE HEARTBEAT<br />

FOR THE EVENT WHERE BUSINESS NETWORKING<br />

AND MEETINGS TAKE PLACE, WITH SUITES ALSO<br />

AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE BOOKINGS.<br />

“It’s valuable opportunities like these that help our<br />

attendees do a lot of their business for the year<br />

at the Expo.”<br />

On the back of strong registrations for last year’s<br />

seminar program, this year will also see an<br />

expanded emphasis on education and professional<br />

development.<br />

“We’ll be introducing new educational sessions to the<br />

event, with almost three full days of seminars on offer.<br />

That’s a whole extra day more than last year, with<br />

almost double the content,” Ferrar adds.<br />

This year’s program takes a look at the future of the<br />

gaming industry in Australasia, covering topics related<br />

to new technology, gaming, hospitality, service, and<br />

the customer.<br />

Last year, exhibitors welcomed over 6,000 attendees<br />

across the 19,000 m2 of exhibition space at the<br />

Expo’s new home at ICC Sydney.<br />

Australasian Gaming Expo is the world’s third largest<br />

hospitality and gaming tradeshow and the biggest<br />

event of its type in Australia.<br />

To register, visit www.austgamingexpo.com<br />

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AGE SHOWCASE<br />

ROCK-SOLID LINE-UP<br />

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Ainsworth Game Technology will present a vibrant stand<br />

at AGE 2<strong>01</strong>8, where the audience will discover more<br />

about their comprehensive line-up of electrifying themes<br />

for the full line of innovative cabinets, including the<br />

EVO and A640®.<br />

On the EVO cabinet line, Ainsworth will showcase<br />

Golden Cash, their latest Multi-Denom Standalone<br />

Progressive that will stand out on gaming floors with<br />

one Standalone Progressive, three levels of Bonus<br />

Prizes, unique game experiences and world-class<br />

graphics. Look out for their next two installments<br />

Golden Wisdom & Golden Dollars, following on<br />

from the top performing titles - Golden Tiger and<br />

Golden Ox. Ainsworth will be exhibiting Golden Link<br />

& Golden Link Bullion Jackpots, Multi-Denom Multi-<br />

Game Link Progressives.<br />

Ainsworth’s General Manager – Sales & Marketing AU,<br />

Troy Primmer comments, “We believe that Ainsworth’s<br />

upcoming key product - Golden Cash will serve as a<br />

stunning addition to any gaming floor.”<br />

Trade show attendees will have a sneak peek of<br />

Ainsworth’s exciting High Denom titles, Kanga Cash<br />

and one of their newest concepts Super Wins.<br />

Ainsworth’s recently released Multi-Denom Multi-Game<br />

product, Big Hit Bonanza Jackpots will be displayed.<br />

Offering one level Standalone Progressive, three levels<br />

of Bonus Prizes and Credit Prizes, Big Hit Bonanza<br />

Jackpots features four game titles and caters to a<br />

range of players with low and mid denomination options<br />

available.<br />

Ainsworth’s invite attendees to learn more about their<br />

rock-solid line-up of thrilling themes. Be sure to visit<br />

Ainsworth at AGE 2<strong>01</strong>8!<br />

For more information, jump on their website www.<br />

agtslots.com.au or alternatively contact your local Sales<br />

Executive on (02) 9739 8000.


AGE SHOWCASE<br />

A FIRST CLASS PLAYER<br />

EXPERIENCE<br />

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Konami Australia Pty Ltd. will exhibit a leading array<br />

of games and technology at the Australian Gaming<br />

Exhibition (AGE) Tradeshow & Convention in Sydney<br />

on August 15 - 17, 2<strong>01</strong>8. Konami will release a mix of<br />

original progressives and base game themes to market<br />

with the show’s open, empowering Australian operators<br />

with the year’s best slot entertainment options. Top<br />

developments from the Concerto and Concerto Stack<br />

to next-generation systems windowing technology will<br />

be featured at Konami Stand #390.<br />

AGE 2<strong>01</strong>8 marks a milestone for Konami stand-alone<br />

progressives, all unique in math and mechanics. On<br />

debut is the All Aboard series, which will exhibit three<br />

game titles: Dynamite Dollars, Dancing Dragons and<br />

Piggy Pays. Each game title includes the All Aboard<br />

bonus, which consists of a hold-and-spin feature that<br />

invites players to win all prizes displayed on the board<br />

up to nine times! Another one of Konami’s top symboldriven<br />

stand-alone progressives on display at this show<br />

is Thunder Arrow, which includes a hold-and-spin<br />

feature, three unique base games, multi-denomination<br />

options, and multiple Mega jackpot opportunities. Other<br />

stand-alone progressives at AGE include the proven<br />

performers Cash Galaxy and Cash Hurricane series.<br />

This year’s AGE event will also host the premiere of<br />

Konami’s 43-inch Concerto Stack machine. Spinball:<br />

Volcano Bounty and Jungle Bounty will be the first<br />

portrait orientated games to be launched with the<br />

Concerto Stack. However, the Concerto Stack will also<br />

be compatible with select Concerto games, such as All<br />

Aboard and other exciting new game titles!<br />

As in years past, guests will have the opportunity<br />

to explore Konami’s award-winning SYNKROS<br />

casino management system across the booth<br />

as a comprehensive demo environment. Leading<br />

advancements in True-Time Windowing—including web<br />

services, service requests, portrait-screen compatibility,<br />

and more—will be among the latest features. Business<br />

intelligence solutions will also be on display through<br />

SYNKROS Dashboards, an intuitive dashboard interface<br />

built to provide accurate and actionable data-points that<br />

drive both daily operations and long-term strategies.<br />

“The visually powerful mechanics and depth of creativity<br />

featured in Konami’s latest releases are a must-see for<br />

guests at this year’s AGE Gaming show,” said Matthew<br />

Loon, Product & Marketing Manager. “At every level of<br />

the player experience, our focus remains on delivering<br />

the highest performing, top-quality games and<br />

technology to engage our audience.”<br />

Guests are encouraged to visit Konami Stand #390<br />

at the International Convention Centre in Sydney on<br />

August 15 - 17, 2<strong>01</strong>8 to explore these and more<br />

important Konami releases. For more information about<br />

Konami Australia, please visit www.konamigaming.com<br />

or contact your local sales executive on (02) 9666 3111.


AGE SHOWCASE<br />

IT’S ALL ABOUT WHAT’S INSIDE<br />

At Aristocrat, we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome<br />

our customers to AGE as we once again demonstrate<br />

“it’s all about what’s inside.” Together with our stand<br />

partners, we invite you to join us as we showcase every<br />

element, every innovation and everything we have.<br />

As you step onto our stand at AGE, you will notice that<br />

we have creatively aligned our stand design with our<br />

content strategy. Our content strategy focuses on four<br />

unique player experiences including brands, on trend,<br />

innovation and next gen content.<br />

Our branded content leverages built-up equity and<br />

reinvigorates favourites from years gone by. Explore our<br />

branded destination areas on the stand this year, where<br />

we will combine creative banking strategies, strong<br />

branding and unique signage to create three unique<br />

destination areas including Lightning Link, Dragon<br />

Linkand Welcome to Fantastic Jackpots.<br />

On trend content is an experience that innovates<br />

on what’s popular right now. We have built on<br />

the popular Hold ‘n’ Spin mechanic to bring you<br />

Welcome to Fantastic Jackpots which features multi<br />

denomination, scalable bonus prizes and cash on reels.<br />

The innovation player experience is where we<br />

spearhead new categories and game mechanics.<br />

Debuting at AGE is Cash Boost, our latest innovation<br />

that features an innovative free games feature<br />

incorporating a ladder style mechanic.<br />

Our next gen content strives to create new product<br />

segments through new and alternate player<br />

experiences. Aristocrat facilitates a culture of innovation<br />

and welcomes our top industry talent to create next gen<br />

content through our Think Bigger initiative; Aristocrat’s<br />

innovation accelerator.<br />

So, join Aristocrat at AGE 2<strong>01</strong>8 as we showcase<br />

how “it’s all about what’s inside.” We look forward to<br />

strengthening our relationships with our customers<br />

even further and gaining your valuable feedback on our<br />

portfolio. See you at the show!<br />

THE INNOVATION PLAYER EXPERIENCE IS WHERE WE SPEARHEAD<br />

NEW CATEGORIES AND GAME MECHANICS.<br />

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AGE SHOWCASE<br />

MUST SEE GAMES<br />

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With the Australasian Gaming Expo fast approaching,<br />

SG Gaming has released a brand new Standalone<br />

progressive game series Cash Connection ® that is sure<br />

to be on the list of must see games for hoteliers at this<br />

year’s show.<br />

Following the highly successful Locked & Loaded<br />

series, SG Gaming Australia has been concentrating on<br />

bolstering its multi-denomination standalone progressive<br />

game line up. First previewed in Brisbane at the AHG<br />

show in March, Cash Connection launches with two<br />

titles Sweet Tweet ® and Wild Country ® , both games<br />

featuring the ultimate combination of innovation and<br />

proven popular game elements to deliver an engaging<br />

gaming experience.<br />

Introducing the fun new ‘drop-and-lock’ free game<br />

feature with high frequency, Cash Connection games<br />

add an enjoyable twist to the ubiquitous hold-andspin<br />

style play that also gives players opportunities to<br />

keep collecting credit or jackpot prizes. There are lots<br />

of chances for re-spins and chances to double and or<br />

triple the Mini, Minor and Major progressive wins.<br />

Offering game play from 1c to $1, the local game<br />

design team behind this exciting series has focussed<br />

on ensuring that these new games can bring a thrilling<br />

entertainment experience in hotel gaming roomsfrom<br />

the big rewards for players.<br />

Sweet Tweet and Wild Country are available on SG<br />

Gaming’s Dualos cabinet and with a third title ready to<br />

unveil at the Australasian Gaming Expo in August,<br />

make sure you come to our stand(190) at the show<br />

to talk or for more information on how to get Cash<br />

Connection in your Hotel earlier, contact SG Gaming<br />

on (07) 3458 9180.<br />

All ® notices signify marks registered in the United<br />

States. © 2<strong>01</strong>8 Scientific Games Corporation.<br />

All Rights Reserved.<br />

INTRODUCINGTHE FUN NEW<br />

‘DROP-AND-LOCK’ FREE GAME FEATURE<br />

WITH HIGH FREQUENCY, CASH CONNECTION<br />

GAMES ADD AN ENJOYABLE TWIST<br />

TOTHEUBIQUITOUS HOLD-AND-SPIN<br />

STYLE PLAY THAT ALSO GIVES PLAYERS<br />

OPPORTUNITIES TO KEEP COLLECTING<br />

CREDIT OR JACKPOT PRIZES.


INSIGHTS<br />

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TRADE DIRECTORY<br />

CASINO CONSOLES<br />

Footrest, slimline and cashless bases<br />

available. Casino Consoles, the only<br />

name you need when it comes to<br />

professional poker machine bases<br />

and screening.<br />

P: 07 3890 2969<br />

www.casinoconsoles.com.au<br />

COMMERCIAL FITOUTS<br />

Bars, Clubs, Cafes, Restaurants.<br />

Specialists in unique and premium<br />

nationwide commercial fit-outs for<br />

clubs, bars, cafes and restaurants.<br />

P: 1300 426 637 (1300 HAMMER)<br />

E: sales@clubbarconcepts.com.au<br />

www.clubbarconcepts.com.au<br />

SCIENTIFIC GAMES<br />

This new generation of exciting game<br />

content draws on the strength of<br />

Scientific Games to create one of<br />

the most dynamic game libraries<br />

in the market.<br />

P: 07 3458 9180<br />

www.sggaming.com/australia<br />

REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS<br />

Time to upgrade your beverage and refrigeration systems?<br />

Call us for expert advice and all your requirements including:<br />

Quality beer dispensing equipment | Ice machines |<br />

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We go above and beyond, whether it’s looking at an advertising<br />

campaign or a promotional concept. We develop creative<br />

solutions to grow your business. That’s the ultimate aim.<br />

E: ideas@horseandwater.com.au<br />

www.horseandwater.com.au<br />

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PRESTIGE GAMING STOOLS<br />

Comfort at Play<br />

Karo Australia Pty Ltd<br />

P: 02 9980 1431<br />

E: info@karo.com.au<br />

www.karo.com.au<br />

DOWNTOWN DOMESTICS<br />

Too busy to get domestic?<br />

Window cleaning | Building washing<br />

Housekeeping | Carpet / Upholstery<br />

Cleaning | Bond / Spring cleaning |<br />

Emergency cleaning | Pest control.<br />

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www.downtowndomestics.com<br />

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TRADE DIRECTORY<br />

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P: 1800 262 637<br />

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Free trial call 1300 306 039 E: info@bottlecycler.com<br />

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Full range of commercial legal services to assist the liquor and<br />

gaming industry, including all Liquor/Gaming applications and<br />

advisory, WHS, employment and property services.<br />

Robert Lyons | P: 07 3223 9121<br />

E: robert.lyons@brhlawyers.com.au<br />

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E: darren.anderson@brhlawyers.com.au<br />

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No matter the size, shape or demands placed on your<br />

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Phone: 1800 023 953 E: info@moffat.com.au<br />

Service department: 1800 622 216<br />

ADVERTISING & PROMOTION<br />

For more information on advertising and promoting<br />

your business in the <strong>QHA</strong> REVIEW contact<br />

qhareview@qha.org.au<br />

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<strong>QHA</strong> PARTNERS & CORPORATE MEMBERS<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> PARTNERS AND CORPORATE MEMBERS ARE VALUED PREFERRED SUPPLIERS TO THE QUEENSLAND HOTEL INDUSTRY.<br />

THE BUSINESSES LISTED IN THIS DIRECTORY ARE KEEN SUPPORTERS OF HOTELS IN QUEENSLAND AND THE <strong>QHA</strong> ENCOURAGES<br />

MEMBER HOTELS TO UTILISE THEIR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES. IF A BUSINESS WISHES TO FIND OUT HOW TO BECOME A <strong>QHA</strong><br />

PARTNER OR CORPORATE MEMBER, PLEASE CALL DAMIAN STEELE, <strong>QHA</strong> INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT MANAGER ON (07) 3221 6999.<br />

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ACCOUNTING/ TAX<br />

Hanrick Curran<br />

Accountants & Strategists<br />

Ph: 07 3218 3900<br />

www.hanrickcurran.<br />

com.au<br />

HLB Mann Judd -<br />

Chartered Accountants<br />

Ph: 07 30<strong>01</strong> 8800<br />

www.hlb.com.au<br />

Prosperity Advisers QLD<br />

Ph: 07 3007 1971<br />

www.prosperityadvisers.<br />

com.au<br />

HR3 Pty Ltd<br />

Payroll Solutions<br />

Ph: 1800 817 191<br />

www.hr3.com.au<br />

McGrathNicol<br />

Ph: 07 3333 9800<br />

www.mcgrathnicol.com<br />

Professional Client Services<br />

(QLD) P/L- Accountants &<br />

Business Advisors<br />

Ph: 07 3209 4452<br />

www.pcsqld.com.au<br />

Sage Software Australia<br />

Ph: 02 9884 4000<br />

www.sage.com.au<br />

ARCHITECTS / REPAIRS<br />

REFURBISHMENT/<br />

RECONSTRUCTION /<br />

Brand & Slater<br />

Architects P/L<br />

Ph: 07 3252 8899<br />

www.brandandslater.<br />

com.au<br />

Paynter Dixon - Design &<br />

Construction<br />

Ph: 07 3368 5500<br />

www.paynter.com.au<br />

Rohrig Hospitality<br />

Ph: 07 3257 4411<br />

www.rohrlg.com.au<br />

Bridgeman Stainless<br />

Solutions<br />

Custom Fabrication<br />

Ph: 07 3205 9466<br />

www.bridgemen.com.au<br />

Club Bar Concepts<br />

Ph: 1300 426 637<br />

clubbarconcepts.com.au<br />

Hot Concepts Design and<br />

Construction<br />

Ph: 07 3277 7740<br />

www.hotconcepts.com.au<br />

New Life Restorations<br />

Ph: 1300 356 633<br />

www.newliferestorations.<br />

com.au<br />

Unita Group<br />

Ph: 1300 659 399<br />

www.unita.com.au<br />

BEVERAGES<br />

Accolade Wines<br />

Ph: 07 3252 7933<br />

www.accolade-wines.<br />

com<br />

Asahi Premium<br />

Beverages<br />

Ph: 07 3868 2388<br />

www.schweppes.com.au<br />

Brown-Forman<br />

Australia P/L<br />

Ph: 07 3<strong>01</strong>0 2000<br />

www.brown-forman.com<br />

Carlton & United<br />

Breweries<br />

Ph: 07 3666 4104<br />

www.cub.com.au<br />

Coca-Cola Amatil<br />

Ph: 13 26 53<br />

www.ccamatil.com<br />

Diageo<br />

Ph: 07 3257 0800<br />

www.diageo.com<br />

Lion<br />

Ph: 07 3361 7400<br />

www.lionco.com<br />

Red Bull Australia<br />

Ph: 02 9023 2892<br />

www.redbull.com.au<br />

Samuel Smith & Son<br />

Ph: 07 3373 5777<br />

www.samsmith.com<br />

Sirromet Wines<br />

Ph: 07 3206 2999<br />

www.sirromet.com<br />

Treasury Wine Estates<br />

Ph: 03 9685 8000<br />

treasurywineestates.com<br />

BUILDING SUPPLIES<br />

& SERVICES<br />

Bunnings<br />

Ph: 07 3452 5725<br />

www.bunnings.com.au<br />

EDUCATION, TRAINING<br />

& EMPLOYMENT<br />

Best Security - Security<br />

and Training<br />

Ph: 07 3212 8460<br />

www.bestsecurlty.net.au<br />

Australian Fire Protection<br />

Ph: 1300 803 473<br />

www.austfirepro.com.au<br />

Availio<br />

Ph: 07 3218 3900<br />

www.hanrickcurran.com.au<br />

Frontier Leadership<br />

Ph: 0423 097 246<br />

www.frontierleadership.edu.au<br />

Professional Hospitality<br />

Ph: 07 3160 8132<br />

professionalhospitality.com.au<br />

St John Ambulance Australia<br />

Ph: 07 3253 0552<br />

www.stjohnqld.com.au<br />

ENERGY GAS/POWER<br />

TransTasman<br />

Energy Group<br />

Ph: 1300 118 834<br />

www.tteg.com.au<br />

Bromic Heating<br />

02 9426 5222<br />

www.bromicheating.com<br />

Eco Synergy Systems<br />

Ph: 0429 820 1<strong>01</strong><br />

www.ecosynergysystems.<br />

com.au<br />

Choice Energy<br />

Ph: 03 9002 5123<br />

www.choiceenergy.com.au<br />

ELGAS<br />

Ph: 131161<br />

www.elgas.com.au<br />

Leading Edge Energy<br />

Ph: 1300 852 770<br />

www.leadingedgeenergy.<br />

com.au<br />

Make It Cheaper<br />

Ph: 1300 957 721<br />

www.makeitcheaper.com.au<br />

FINANCES, BANKING,<br />

INSURANCE &<br />

INVESTMENTS<br />

Green Finance Group<br />

Ph: 0457 883 700<br />

www.greenfinancegroup.<br />

com.au<br />

GSA Insurance Broker<br />

Ph: 02 8274 8138<br />

www.gsaib.com.au<br />

Hanrick Curran –<br />

Chartered Accountants<br />

Ph: 07 3218 3900<br />

hanrickcurran.com.au<br />

Silverchef<br />

Ph: 07 3335 3392<br />

www.silverchef.com.au<br />

St. George Corporate &<br />

Business Bank<br />

Ph: 07 3232 8911<br />

www.stgeorge.com.au/<br />

corporate-business<br />

Westpac Banking<br />

Corporation<br />

Ph: 07 3350 7750<br />

www.westpac.com.au<br />

Ausure Insurance Brokers<br />

SEQ<br />

Ph: 1300 450 663<br />

www.ausureseq.com.au<br />

Banktech<br />

Ph: 1800 080 910<br />

www.banktech.com.au<br />

BUPA - health insurance<br />

Ph: 134135<br />

(quote ID 2109197)<br />

www.bupa.com.au<br />

Gallagher - Insurance Brokers<br />

Ph: (02) 9242 2000<br />

www.ajg.com.au<br />

Trinitas Australia Pty Ltd<br />

Ph:1300 836 02w5<br />

www.trinitas3.com.au<br />

FOOD & ASSOCIATED<br />

BUSINESSES<br />

PFD Food Services<br />

Ph: 07 3906 9726<br />

www.pfdfoods.com.au<br />

GAMING AND RACING<br />

Ainsworth Game<br />

Technology P/L<br />

Ph: 07 3209 6210<br />

www.ainsworth.com.au<br />

Aristocrat Leisure<br />

Industries<br />

Ph: 07 3727 1600<br />

www.aristocrat.com.au<br />

Aruze Gaming Australia<br />

Ph: 0438 717 177<br />

www.aruzegaming.com<br />

IGT<br />

Ph: 07 3890 5622<br />

www.igt.com.au<br />

Konami Australia<br />

Ph: 02 9666 3111<br />

www.konamiaustralia.com.au<br />

Max Queensland<br />

Ph: 07 3637 1235<br />

www.maxgaming.com.au<br />

Scientific Gaming<br />

Ph: 02 9773 0299<br />

www.scientificgames.com<br />

Tabcorp Keno<br />

Ph: 07 3243 4113<br />

www.tabcorp.com.au<br />

UBET<br />

Ph: 07 3637 1370<br />

www.ubet.com<br />

Australian Pokie Consoles<br />

Ph: 0413 261 777<br />

www.clubsandpubs.com.au<br />

Bytecraft Systems -<br />

Gaming Machine Service<br />

Ph: 07 3456 3345<br />

www.bytecraft.com.au<br />

Karo - gaming stools<br />

Ph: 02 9980 1431<br />

www.karo.com.au<br />

HOSPITALITY<br />

CONSULTANTS<br />

Silverchef<br />

Ph: 07 3335 3392<br />

www.silverchef.com.au<br />

AHS Hospitality<br />

Ph: 07 5512 6143<br />

www.ahshospitality.com.au


<strong>QHA</strong> PARTNERS & CORPORATE MEMBERS<br />

Commercial Licensing<br />

Specialists<br />

Ph: 07 5526 <strong>01</strong>12<br />

www.clslicensing.com.au<br />

The Lido Group<br />

0423 695 703<br />

www.lido.com.au<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> PLATINUM PARTNERS<br />

DWS Hospitality<br />

Specialists<br />

Ph: 07 3878 9355<br />

www.dws.net<br />

Professional Hospitality<br />

Ph: 07 3160 8132<br />

www.professionalhospitality.com.au<br />

HOTEL ENTERTAINMENT<br />

Fox Sports<br />

Ph: 0403 061 412<br />

www.foxsports.com.au<br />

Foxtel for Business<br />

Ph: 1300 720 630<br />

www.austar.com.au<br />

Sky Channel<br />

Ph: 07 3228 6344<br />

Freecall: 1800 251 710<br />

www.skychannel.com.au<br />

CBRE Hotels<br />

Ph: 0418 886 525<br />

www.cbrehotels.com<br />

Knight Frank Valuations<br />

Ph: 07 3193 6800<br />

www.knightfrank.com.au<br />

LMW (Brisbane) Pty Ltd<br />

Ph: 07 3226 0000<br />

www.lmw.com.au/<br />

Ray White Hotels<br />

Ph: 02 8<strong>01</strong>6 3810<br />

www.raywhite.com.au<br />

LEGAL<br />

Mullins Lawyers<br />

Ph: (07) 3224 0222<br />

www.mullinslaw.com.au<br />

Bennett & Philp Lawyers<br />

Ph: 07 30<strong>01</strong> 2999<br />

www.bennettphilp.com.au<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> DIAMOND PARTNERS<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> GOLD PARTNERS<br />

Nightlife - Music & Video<br />

Freecall: 1800 679 748<br />

www.nightlife.com.au<br />

Broadley Rees Hogan Lawyers<br />

Ph: 07 3223 9121<br />

www.brhlawyers.com.au<br />

Pro Score - Sporting<br />

Promotions<br />

Ph: 0431 366 800<br />

www.proscore.com.au<br />

Commercial Licensing<br />

Specialists<br />

Ph: 07 5526 <strong>01</strong>12<br />

www.clslicensing.com.au<br />

Recharge DJs - Brisbane<br />

Ph: 1300 836 832<br />

www.rechargedjs.com<br />

Corrs Chambers<br />

Westgarth - Lawyers<br />

Ph: 07 3228 9778<br />

www.corrs.com.au<br />

HOTEL & BAR SUPPLIES<br />

LIQUOR BUYING GROUPS<br />

BOC Limited -Gas/<br />

Reticulation Supply<br />

Ph: 07 3212 4322<br />

www.boc.com.au<br />

Independent Liquor Group<br />

Ph: 07 3713 2751<br />

www.ilg.com.au<br />

Base Interior Solutions<br />

Ph: 0435 934 948<br />

www.baseintsolutions.com<br />

Ice & Beverage Solutions<br />

Ph:5578 9820<br />

www.iceandbeverage.com.au<br />

HOTEL BROKERS /<br />

REAL ESTATE /<br />

PROPERTY VALUERS<br />

Off Market Hotels<br />

Chris Cameron<br />

Ph: 0477 271 875<br />

www.offmarketre.net.au<br />

Power Jeffrey & Co -<br />

Hotel Brokers<br />

Ph: 07 3832 6000<br />

www.powerjeffrey.com.au<br />

CRE Brokers<br />

Ph: 07 5371 <strong>01</strong>65<br />

www.crebrokers.com<br />

Liquor Marketing Group<br />

(Bottlemart)<br />

Ph: 1300 733 504<br />

www.bottlemart.com.au<br />

LIQUOR WHOLESALE<br />

GROUPS<br />

ALM (Australian Liquor<br />

Marketers)<br />

Brisbane: Ph: 07 3489 3600<br />

Townsville: Ph: 07 4799 4022<br />

Cairns: Ph: 07 4041 6070<br />

www.almliquor.com.au<br />

MEDIA/MARKETING<br />

iCharge Tablets<br />

Ph: 1300 852 636<br />

www.icharge.net.au<br />

OTHER / UNIFORMS /<br />

PROMOTIONAL<br />

Welborne Corporate Image<br />

Ph: 07 3267 2800<br />

www.welborne.com.au<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> SILVER PARTNERS<br />

Aruze Gaming<br />

Green Finance Group<br />

Independent Liquor Group<br />

Trans Tasman Energy Group<br />

Hanrick Curran<br />

Silverchef<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> BRONZE PARTNERS<br />

Power Jeffrey and Company<br />

Best Security<br />

Off Market Hotels<br />

Rohrig Group<br />

St George Bank<br />

Red Bull Australia<br />

Brand+Slater Architects<br />

BOC Limited<br />

Paynter Dixon<br />

Prosperity Advisers QLD<br />

iCharge Tablets<br />

Complete Property Service Australia<br />

GSA Insurance Brokers<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> REVIEW | 65


<strong>QHA</strong> PARTNERS & CORPORATE MEMBERS<br />

APPROVED<br />

MANAGER’S<br />

LICENCE<br />

RESPONSIBLE MANAGEMENT<br />

OF LICENSED VENUES<br />

TRAINING<br />

“HONESTLY THE BEST TRAINING<br />

SESSION! FUN AND LIGHT-HEARTED<br />

WHILE BEING VERY INFORMATIVE AND<br />

KNOWLEDGEABLE. THANKS, <strong>QHA</strong>.”<br />

OTHER COURSES OFFERED:<br />

Online RSA/RSG Training<br />

Gaming Nominee Training<br />

Employment Relations Training<br />

Employment Relations Webinar<br />

Responsible Management of Licensed Venues<br />

Training is a mandatory training requirement<br />

for those applying for a liquor licence, and<br />

applicants for an Approved Manager’s Licence.<br />

Training is offered face to face at regional<br />

centres throughout Queensland.<br />

POINT OF SALE<br />

Bepoz Retail Solutions<br />

Ph: 1300 023 769<br />

www.bepoz.com.au<br />

Banktech<br />

Ph: 1800 080 910<br />

www.banktech.com.au<br />

Cardtronics Australia<br />

Ph: 07 3213 9505<br />

www.cardtronics.com.au<br />

CashPoint Payment Solutions<br />

Ph: 1300 286 626<br />

www.cashpoint.com.au<br />

lnCash ATMS<br />

Ph: 1300 800 660<br />

www.incash.com.au<br />

PRINTING / GRAPHIC<br />

DESIGN<br />

Platypus<br />

Ph 07 3352 0300<br />

www.platypusgraphics.com<br />

SECURITY / CLEANING<br />

Best Security<br />

Ph: 07 3212 8460<br />

www.bestsecurity.net.au<br />

Complete Property Service<br />

Australia<br />

Ph: 07 3180 3800<br />

www.cpsa.online<br />

Challenger Services Group<br />

Ph: 07 5668 3133<br />

www.csgroup.com.au<br />

CMBM Facility Services<br />

Ph: 07 3391 1040 /<br />

0419 708 715<br />

www.cmbm.com.au<br />

Lotus Filters<br />

Ph: 1300 653 536<br />

www.lotusfilters.com.au<br />

Tru Security Services<br />

Phone: 0452 377 662<br />

Web: www.trusecurity.com.au<br />

SUPERANNUATION<br />

lntrust Super Fund<br />

Ph: 07 3<strong>01</strong>3 8700<br />

www.intrust.com.au<br />

Big Screen Video<br />

Ph: 1300 244 727<br />

www.bigscreenvideo.com.au<br />

Bytecraft Systems<br />

Ph: 07 3456 3345<br />

www.bytecraft.com.au<br />

Eco Synergy Systems<br />

Ph: 0429 820 1<strong>01</strong><br />

ecosynergysystems.com.au<br />

JB Hi-Fi Commercial<br />

Division<br />

Ph: 07 3360 9925<br />

www.jbhifi.com.au<br />

JVG Sound Lighting & Visual<br />

Ph: 07 5599 1222<br />

www.jvgsound.com.au<br />

QIKID<br />

Ph: 1300 553 256<br />

www.qikid.com<br />

Scantek Solutions<br />

Ph: 1300 552 106<br />

www.scantek.com.au<br />

Time Target<br />

Ph: 07 3137 1133<br />

www.timetarget.com<br />

ViMedia<br />

Ph: 1300 846 334<br />

www.klackit.com<br />

TRANSPORT<br />

A.P. Eagers Limited<br />

Ph: 07 3109 6731<br />

www.apeagers.com.au<br />

Black and White Cabs<br />

Ph: 07 3860 1800<br />

blackandwhltecabs.com.au<br />

WASTE MANAGEMENT<br />

Bottlecycler<br />

Ph: 0434 416 540<br />

www.bottlecycler.com<br />

For more information please contact the<br />

<strong>QHA</strong> Training Centre<br />

Ph: 07 3221 6999 Fax: 07 3221 6649<br />

Email: training@qha.org.au<br />

Web: www.qha.org.au<br />

Hanrick Curran<br />

Superannuation<br />

Ph: 07 3218 3900<br />

www.hanrickcurran.com.au<br />

TECHNOLOGICAL<br />

PRODUCTS & SERVICES<br />

Your App<br />

Ph: 1300 765 385<br />

www.unidapsolutions.com.au<br />

Answers IT Pty Ltd<br />

Ph: 07 3123 7929<br />

www.answersit.com.au


IT’S ALL ABOUT WHAT’S INSIDE<br />

From the inspired artists at our design studios to the technical expertise of our mechanical engineers, our core<br />

value of passion drives everything we do. Our goal is to give you more of what works for you and your customers<br />

like our new range of Venue Management Solutions, and leading-edge cabinets to transform your floor.<br />

Immerse yourself in our diverse portfolio that illustrates both choice and flexibility for your venue.<br />

Visit us at stand 100 at the Australasian Gaming Expo 2<strong>01</strong>8<br />

to see how we can build on your success, together.<br />

EVERY ELEMENT. EVERY INNOVATION. EVERYTHING WE HAVE.

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