What impact are smoking bans having on business?
Smoking bans have been enacted to prevent the harmful effects of second hand smoke and to stop the normalisation of social smoking.…
Sydney caf to face court over underpayment of 457 visa holder
The former owner of Wild Sage Caf in Cammeray will face court after allegedly underpaying a 457 visa holder working as a…
Caterer fined $10,000 for failing to show up to a wedding
South Australian caterer, The Right Chef has been fined $10,000 by the Adelaide Magistrates Court for failing to show up to a…
Ice and alcohol: the scary reality in hospitality today
Alcohol and ice make a lethal combination and it's time for the hospitality industry to address the issue, writes Industry Observer.
Gunshot fired into suburban Sydney restaurant
A gunman fired a single gunshot through the front window of a popular Indian restaurant located in the Western Sydney suburb of…
Copa Brazilian’s food poisoning criminal trial delayed
The criminal trial of Canberras Copa Brazilian Churrasco Restaurant will be delayed until next year.
Crust pizza operator caught out for short-changing employees
The former owner-operator of a Sydney Crust pizza store has been fined for refusing to pay eight employees the almost $26,000 they…
Fremantles Mussel Bar enters liquidation
One of Perths harbour front restaurants, Fremantles Mussel Bar will be closing its doors permanently after being placed in liquidation.
Hugos Group flags potential class action against NSW state government
Hugos Lounge owner, Dave Evans together with fellow Kings Cross operators are considering the launch of a class action against the NSW…
The Hotplate taken to court over alleged copyright infringement of MKR
The Seven Network has told the federal court that Channel Nines new reality cooking show, The Hotplate is infringing the copyright of…