Tagged as: tourism

by Grantlee Kieza

Management rights a different model in NZ

02nd September, 2022

AccomProperties, takes a look at the New Zealand Management Rights industry and how it compares to New Zealand, and it's effects on the Tourism Industry. It's been voted by Trip Advisor as New Zealand's No.1 b [...]

by Graham Vercoe, Resort News Reporter

Personal thoughts on hospitality

31st January, 2018

As editor emeritus of this wonderful magazine I have spent the first two years of my retirement visiting all the places I desire strictly for enjoyment. The best bit is that I get to do it as a guest rather [...]

by Graham Vercoe, Resort News Reporter

Councils struggling against the odds

20th December, 2017

Quasi-hotels should be banned under reforms to the regulation of short-term holiday letting in NSW, demands the Accommodation Association of Australia, as the NSW government considers changes to the model for [...]

by Mark English, MR Sales

Working with your partner… the good, the bad and the ugly (mostly good)

24th November, 2017

My story starts on a cold, wet Melbourne night. While at a friend’s 21st birthday party, I was lucky enough to meet my now wife (Kerry) for the very first time... ... and here we are, some 30 [...]

by Steve Burton, Principal, PCS Finance

Management rights finance

12th November, 2017

Management Rights Finance Financing management rights purchases get harder and more complex each day. A buyer needs to realise that the banks have a range of different policies and different [...]

by David Jackson, Hospitality & Strata

Accounting and taxation aspects of financing management rights

12th November, 2017

Financing costs are a significant expense in the operations of a management rights business so it is important they are structured correctly to maximise the potential taxation benefits. Here are [...]

by Mandy Clarke, Resort News Reporter

Ocean Reach family finds what it was looking for!

12th November, 2017

Ocean Reach is a stunning, waterfront, 100-unit, apartment complex on one of the Sunshine Coast’s most prestigious locales, Kawana Island. The property has unmatched resort-style facilities and [...]

by Lauren Butler, Junior Journalist

The worldwide war on bed bugs

29th October, 2017

When kids hear ‘don’t let the bed bugs bite’ as their parents turn out the lights, I hardly believe their minds turn to small parasitic insects that feast on human blood but - with reports that [...]

by JP Robertson, AMG reporter

The figures every accom manager needs to guide their business strategy

29th October, 2017

Three high-performing markets (alongside Sydney) that are often overlooked in yearly forecasts: Tropical North Queensland, the Gold Coast and the nation's capital Canberra. This is exc [...]

by Graham Vercoe, Resort News Reporter

How secure are the Gold Coast games?

15th October, 2017

The face of terrorism has changed dramatically as Islamic State forces confront defeat in Iran, Syria and Afghanistan. IS is increasingly shifting its focus towards ‘soft’ targets involving high [...]

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Seaside serenity meets investment potential in TNQ

16th May, 2025

Set against the sparkling waters of the Coral Sea and nestled along the scenic Cassowary Coast, Cardwell is one of North Queensland’s most charming coastal towns. Perfectly positioned midway between Cairns [...]

by MQ & Associates

Oberon - Blue Mountains - Big Trout Motor Inn - Sold by Manenti Quinlan & Associates

13th May, 2025

Manenti Quinlan & Associates are pleased to announce the successful sale of the freehold going concern of the Big Trout Motor Inn, Oberon. The sale was managed by Directors Ray Larkin and Malcolm Mathie of [...]

Step into Goldfields History and Grampians Adventure with This Rare Opportunity

06th May, 2025

Located in Victoria’s Grampians tourism region—where the spirit of the gold rush still lingers and the Grampians rise dramatically in the distance—lies a town with a proud past and a bright [...]

by Kathryn House - CBRE

CBRE Hotels finalises Australia’s largest brokered strata amalgamation deal since the pandemic

02nd May, 2025

The Sydney Potts Point Central Apartment Hotel has been acquired for $31.5 million by global multi-manager BGO Strategic Capital Partners and the Sydney-based Hotel Capital Partners. CBRE’s Hotels and [...]

by Matthew Manz, Partner, Mahoneys

The 10 best tips to consider when buying off the plan

17th April, 2025

There are a number of reasons why people want to buy management rights off-the-plan. By Matthew Manz, Partner, Mahoneys It is often perceived as an opportunity as there [...]

by ResortBrokers

ResortBrokers settles rare marina sale

16th April, 2025

ResortBrokers’ Gold Coast broker Clint Amos and Managing Director Trudy Crooks have settled the sale of Hope Island Marina in northern Gold Coast. The 211-berth marina was acquired by first-time buyers [...]

by Andrew Morgan, Qld Tourism & Hospitality Brokers

Timing it Right

09th April, 2025

A new owner or operator of any business—or even a home, for that matter—often brings a renewed sense of enthusiasm. There’s usually a desire to improve something, work hard at it, or simply [...]

by Grantlee Kieza

Noosa River the perfect retreat

04th April, 2025

Noosa has long been one of the most precious gems in Queensland tourism and The Noosa River Retreat enjoys both an unbeatable location and an enviable record for occupancy and profit. Noosa is one of Austral [...]

by Grantlee Kieza

Dale Shearer kicks new goal at Babinda

03rd April, 2025

Dale Shearer was one of Queensland’s greatest rugby league players, a flying winger who could sniff out an opportunity to score from any angle. The Queensland icon reckons he’s found a great opport [...]