
Stay informed on all the latest developments that affect you as a hospitality service provider in Queensland with the QHA Update
14 November 2023: Free QHA Member AML/CTF Training: Austrac Compliance
The training session will cover AML/CTF compliance basics. Monday 20 November, 10.00am to 12 noon – Online via Teams. Enrol now!
read more14 November 2023: Queensland's First Digital License Has Arrived
Licensees need to be aware that the Queensland driver licence, recreational marine licence, or photo identification card, is now available on patrons’ mobile devices.
read more14 November 2023: Container Refund Scheme Expands to Include Wine and Spirit Bottles
From 1 November, glass wine and pure spirit bottles can be returned for a 10-cent refund through Containers for Change
read more14 November 2023: QHA New Members
The QHA would like to welcome the following new hotel members, corporate members and partners to the association. We encourage you to click the links and familiarise yourself with their businesses and support the members that support you.
read more14 November 2023: AHA Future Leaders Study Tour Mexico 2024
Join hotel industry colleagues from around Australia from 1 - 8 May 2024 as we discover the best of Mexico's hospitality industry.
read more14 November 2023: $5 Million Accessible Tourism Elevate Fund - Now Open for Applications
The Fund provides two grant options for eligible applicants to apply for what they need, depending on where they are in their accessibility journey
read more14 November 2023: Life isn't Fair, But Your Proforma Contracts Must Be. Have you Reviewed Yours Before the Law Changes?
All owners and operators (of pubs, clubs, hotel and accommodation providers) should be reviewing their contracts before changes to unfair contract provisions commence. The changes will apply to most, if not all, of the contracts entered into or renewed after 10 November 2023.
read more14 November 2023: Spring into Great Health, Nutrition, and Our New Flexi Products Range - Q & A Webinar
Master the skills for finding, hiring, and retaining staff who will boost productivity and never want to leave. Don’t miss this must-attend program. Enrol now.
read more14 November 2023: QHA 2024 Calendar Coming Soon
Keep your eyes peeled for the QHA 2024 Calendar
read more14 November 2023: People and Culture Masterclasses
Master the skills for finding, hiring, and retaining staff who will boost productivity and never want to leave. Don’t miss this must-attend program. Enrol now.
read more14 November 2023: Bringing the SGNET to you!
Safer Gambling Network Meeting. 3 dates and 3 locations to choose from. 21st, 22nd and 23rd of November.
read more16 October 2023: Melbourne Cup Trading Guide
The Melbourne Cup is fast approaching! Ensure your venue is ready
read more16 October 2023: New Food Safety Rules
In Queensland, all licensed food businesses must have an accessible Food Safety Supervisor (FSS). Coming into effect December 2023.
read more16 October 2023: Positive Changes to Late-Night Extended Hours Permits
QHA representations have resulted in changes to the application criteria required for one-off late-night extended trading permits.
read more16 October 2023: QHA New Members
The QHA would like to welcome the following new hotel members, corporate members and partners to the association. We encourage you to click the links and familiarise yourself with their businesses and support the members that support you.
read more16 October 2023: Order your Xmas Keno In-Venue Promo Now
Christmas is just around the corner and there’s no better way to bring the festive fun to your venue and customers than with a Keno promotion. Order now to ensure delivery in time.
read more16 October 2023: AEMO Warns of Summer Strain on National Electricity Grid
The 2023-2024 energy outlook in Australia reveals electricity generator reliability risks, as warned by AEMO, due to hot and dry conditions with elevated bushfire risk, potentially driven by El Nino patterns
read more16 October 2023: The Calile Hotel named No.12 in The World's Best 50 Hotels
The Calile Hotel named No.12 in The World's Best 50 Hotels
read more16 October 2023: Accessible Tourism Elevate Fund
Supporting Queensland’s transformation to an accessible tourism destination. The $5 million Accessible Tourism Elevate Fund will support Queensland’s tourism industry to enhance their accessible tourism experiences.
read more16 October 2023: Attract & Retain Valued Employees and save the money at the same time
Many people think salary packaging is about your employees. It is also about efficiency and real cost savings for employers – a true ‘win-win’.
read more16 October 2023: New Rebate for Businesses. Receive up to $12,000 cash back for energy efficient equipment
That means the 450,000 Queensland small to medium sized businesses are eligible to apply for up to $12,500 cashback for energy-efficient equipment.
read more16 October 2023: Coming to Women in Hotels? Purchase your tickets in the 50-50 Raffle now!
Be in the Draw to win the 50-50 raffle with a guaranteed prize pool of $1000 thanks to Keno!
read more16 October 2023: Upcoming Combined Hoteliers and GM's Meeting Sunshine Coast
Read more about the combined Hoteliers and GM's Meeting on the 21st of November on the Sunshine Coast
read more16 October 2023: Bring the SGNET to you!
Bringing the SGNet to You! Safer Gambling Network Meeting 3 Dates and 3 Locations to choose from. 21st, 22nd, and 23rd of November
read more11 September 2023: No Changes to Smoking in Hotels on September 1
Regarding the 1 September 2023 changes – please note they DO NOT apply to commercial hotel licensed premises
read more11 September 2023: Next Hotel Gaming Machine Tender Closes 27 September
The next tender for hotel electronic gaming machine operating authorities in Queensland opened on Wednesday 6 September 2023 and will close at 4pm on Wednesday 27 September 2023.
read more11 September 2023: Positive Duty to Eliminate Unlawful Conduct
Employers have a positive duty to prevent workplace sexual harassment. Find out more about your obligations in this ER Update.
read more11 September 2023: QHA New Members
The QHA would like to welcome the following new hotel members, corporate members and partners to the association. We encourage you to click the links and familiarise yourself with their businesses and support the members that support you.
read more11 September 2023: Keno's Local Area Marketing Takes Off in FY2023
Keno’s Local Area Marketing program has reached new heights, with hundreds more venues running promotions and prizes ordered breaking the $1 million mark in the 2023 Financial Year.
read more11 September 2023: Employment practices liability risks - insurance trends
From wages underpayment to legislative workplace reforms, get a 2023 update on employment risks for business owners. Need advice? Talk to us.
read more11 September 2023: Supply & Install is our trade
Bunnings Trade supply & Install is our trade. One point of contact, multiple solutions
read more11 September 2023: Jands QHA Member Offer
Embrace an audio solution impeccably tailored. Just for you.
read more11 September 2023: Eliminating errors and streamline food prep with an automated labelling system
Eliminating errors and streamline food prep with an automated labelling system
read more11 September 2023: Attract & Retain Valued Employees and save the money at the same time
Many people think salary packaging is about your employees. It is also about efficiency and real cost savings for employers – a true ‘win-win’.
read more11 September 2023: Owner Manager Training Dates
The Owner Manager Program is Australia’s only program exclusive to the owners of mid-sized private businesses looking for personal and business growth.
read more11 September 2023: Gaming Venue Staff Training and Connecting with Patrons Training - Relationships Australia
These trainings are from early September until early November as per the link below. Please find attached information about both trainings
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