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Sydney hotels posted record-high room rates in December
Helped by New Year’s Eve, Sydney’s hotel industry recorded its highest monthly average daily rate (ADR) on record, according to December preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.
Malcolm Zancanaro has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Sydney
Hilton Sydney recently announced Malcolm Zancanaro as their new General Manager. Zancanaro, a seasoned professional in the hospitality sector, brings extensive experience from both domestic and international roles. With over 30 years in the industry, his expertise spans managing flagship hotels, overseeing food and beverage operations, and handling conferencing and events.
Sarath Nair has been appointed as Beverage Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney announces the appointment of award-winning food and beverage professional Sarath Nair as Beverage Manager, due to commence his role November 2023.
588-Key W Sydney Now Open
W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of over 30 brands, today announces the highly anticipated opening of W Sydney. Located in a dramatic curved structure rising over Darling Harbour, W Sydney is set to become a coveted destination for travelers and Sydneysiders alike, bringing new energy and a modern take on luxury to the city and harbour waterfront.
W Sydney Announces Darling Harbour Debut
Sydney's W Hotel Will Bring its Unique Brand of Luxury to Create a Magnetic New Day-to-Night Destination for The City.
Sydney WorldPride 2023 pushed hotel performance to pre-pandemic levels
Sydney WorldPride 2023 drove the market’s hotel average daily rate (ADR) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) above pre-pandemic levels, while occupancy remained slightly below 2019, according to preliminary data from STR.
Claire Haigh has been appointed as VP Communications, Premium, Midscale and Economy at Accor Pacific
Claire Haigh has been promoted to Vice President Communications, Premium, Midscale and Economy, for Accor Pacific. Claire joined Accor three years ago as Director of Communications and was recently awarded Travel Communicator of the Year by the Australian Society of Travel Writers. Prior to joining Accor, Claire spent five years as Global Communications Director at Pernod Ricard. She has amassed over two decades of PR and communications experience, having delivered global campaigns for some of the world's biggest brands in the hospitality, FMCG and fashion sectors in Australia and the UK.
Angela Howard has been appointed as SVP Talent & Culture, Premium, Midscale & Economy at Accor Pacific
Angela Howard will commence in the position of Senior Vice President Talent & Culture, Premium, Midscale & Economy, for Accor Pacific from 29th March 2023. Angela is an accomplished executive with over 20 years' experience delivering the strategic direction and operational effectiveness of Human Resource practices within multi-site and multi-business unit environments. Angela has most recently been performing a global role as the Holland America Group Vice President of Talent and Culture within Carnival Corporation with brands including P&O Cruises Australia, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Cunard, Carnival Cruise Lines and Seabourn. Angela takes over from Shelley Perkins who has been promoted to the role of Senior Vice President of Talent & Culture, Premium, Midscale and Economy, for Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific.
Steven Lake has been appointed as SVP Finance, Premium, Midscale and Economy at Accor Pacific
Steven Lake has been appointed Senior Vice President Finance, Premium, Midscale and Economy, for Accor Pacific. Steven has 28 years of experience at Accor. During this time, following a number of hotel and cluster Financial Controller roles, Steven spent time as Corporate Asset Manager before then taking on the leadership of our operations finance functions in Australia. In addition to his finance responsibilities, Steven was leader of Procurement for 3 years and in his most recent role Steven has led and been integral in growing Accor's Hospitality Services division incorporating Qantas Lounges and, more recently, Concierge, Cafés, Kiosks and 3rd spaces in Commercial Office towers. Steven steps into the role as Philip Basha is promoted to Chief Financial Officer, Premium, Midscale and Economy, for Accor in the Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific
Anne Gill has been appointed as SVP Commercial, Premium, Midscale and Economy at Accor Pacific
Anne Gill has taken up the role of Senior Vice President Commercial, Premium, Midscale and Economy, for Accor Pacific. Anne joined Accor in 2019 and has held the role of Vice President Sales and Connected Partners in the Pacific region for the past three and a half years. Prior to joining Accor, Anne held similar positions with a number of other leading global and regional hotel companies across disciplines including Loyalty, Digital, Marketing and Franchise operations. Anne takes up the leadership of the Accor Pacific commercial team, as Renae Trimble has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer of Accor Plus, the Asia Pacific loyalty subscription program of Accor.
The Central Project housing initiative launches in Sydney
TOGA Group, Atlassian and Dexus have joined forces with not-for-profit organisation My Foundations Youth Housing (MFYH) to launch The Central Project, providing those in need with temporary accommodation.
Stephen Martin has been appointed as Global Chief Sales Officer at RMS
RMS continues to grow human resources to strengthen global positioning with a new head of Chief Sales Officer, Stephen Martin.
Pontiac Land Group Celebrates Completion of Capella Sydney’s Construction Phase
Pontiac Land Group hosted distinguished guests from the NSW government, City of Sydney and the Singapore High Commission to Australia at a special ceremony marking the completion of Capella Sydney's construction phase.
Nitin Maithani has been appointed as Bar Manager and master mixologist at The Wilmot Bar, Kimpton Margot Sydney
The Wilmot Bar, Kimpton Margot Sydney's plush 1930's style bar, has welcomed Nitin Maithani as its new Bar Manager and master mixologist.
Lachlan Hoswell has been appointed as Managing Director of Australasia at Radisson Hotel Group
Radisson Hotel Group has today announced the appointment of Lachlan Hoswell as Managing Director, Australasia. The appointment comes as the Group continues to bolster its presence in the region, delivering on its recently announced APAC Expansion Plan, which named Australasia as a key strategic market for the business.
Sydney’s iconic heritage hotel reveals new public spaces, guestrooms and restaurant and bar concepts following a $120 million transformation
Following much anticipation, InterContinental Sydney has today announced the completion of its extensive renovation program to welcome the hotel's next chapter.
Mercure Sydney Martin Place Opens
Accor, the largest hotel operator in the Pacific, has announced Mercure Sydney Martin Place, ideally located in the bustling heart of Sydney's CBD, will open tomorrow (October 7).
Michelle Scott has been appointed as General Manager at Moxy Sydney Airport Hotel
With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry across both operational and commercial disciplines, Michelle has an extensive background working across hotels in their pre-opening and opening stages. Michelle first joined Marriott International in 2007 and has since been a key driver of commercial strategy and sales team leader across Courtyard by Marriott Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa and Brisbane Marriott Hotel.In 2017 Michelle opened the highly acclaimed Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay. She then returned to Brisbane in 2018 to successfully open The Westin Brisbane while also overseeing the Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane in a Complex Director of Sales and Marketing Role, during which time the brands integrated from Starwood legacy into Marriott systems. In that same year she was awarded the Asia Pacific Brand, Marketing, Loyalty and PR Special Achievement Leader of the Year Award for Marriott International.Michelle brings her expertise now to the team at Moxy Sydney Airport hotel as it prepares for opening in 2023, joining from her most recent role as Executive Assistant Manager - Sales & Marketing at The Westin Brisbane and Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane. Having mentored and developed associates across multiple disciplines throughout her career, Michelle brings her passion for people and multi-disciplinary leadership experience to Moxy Sydney Airport to lead the team in driving innovation and guest experiences.
Scott MacDonald has been appointed as General Manager at Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Central Park
Scott began his Marriott International career in 1999, at Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast as Banquet Manager. He has since worked in a number of roles with Marriott including Food and Beverage Manager of Sheraton Grand Sydney, Hyde Park; Complex Director of Food & Beverage at Sheraton Fiji Resort and Golf Club, Sheraton Denarau Villas and The Westin Resort & Spa Denarau Island; and Hotel Manager of the Sheraton Resorts in Fiji.Scott joins Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Central Park from his most recent role as General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott, North Ryde - where he took the hotel to new heights while navigating pandemic challenges and refurbished the food and beverage product offering.