Stay informed on all the latest developments that affect you as a hospitality service provider in Queensland with the QHA Update
30 June: Covid-19 Video Update by Bernie Hogan, QHA Chief Executive
An update to QHA members regarding the most recent government announcement on changes to Corona Virus restrictions as it relates to business for pubs and hotels.
read moreCONTACT TRACING INFORMATION – INCLUDE TIME OF ARRIVAL
The Contract Trace Form has been updated to now include time of arrival. Please download for your venue
read moreQHA Stage 2 Trading Updates
Designated outdoor smoking areas (DOSA’s) We have received many questions from members regarding whether drinks can be taken into a DOSA. The QHA can confirm a patron may take their drink into the DOSA however this should not result in them being in that area for any...
read moreAUSTRAC to accept Compliance Report 2019 until 30 June 2020
We will assist you through these circumstances by accepting 2019 compliance reports until 30 June 2020,
read more18 June: 2nd Round of Grants to open on 1st July
A further $100 million has been allocated for a second round of these popular grants.
read moreBUPA: taking care of your health
Our friendly Bupa consultants are conducting phone consultations soon to offer advice and fina a healthcare plan to help suit your needs.
read moreBepoz: Offer for QHA Members
Exclusive QHA Member offer - Total Venue Conversion 41999 all inclusive POS Solution
read moreRhinoplay: Profit from Play
Never has there been a better time to invest in playground equipment. Buy now and take advantage of the Federal Government instant asset write-off stimulus.
read moreSilix: Making Pubs & Clubs WorkSafe
Non-toxic, food safe, from only $0.52/m, lasts up to 30 days, Silix’s COVID-19 killing disinfectant a hit with hospitality. Click for free COVID-19 Workplace Toolkit
read moreNLR: We Restore Water, Fire & Mould Damaged Properties
For the recovery to be successful however, there are a few things required. These are:
read moreAinsworth is ready and with you
We are almost there! As restrictions ease and your venue is planning to re-open, Ainsworth is still with you every step of the way. There is no doubt that the last two months have been difficult for everyone. We have however witnessed countless good news stories and...
read moreFeedback on Stage 2 Trading
With Stage 2 - We have collated a range of member frequently asked questions to clarify these issues and to provide confidence
read moreGet Kraken: Keno can now be sold in your hotel
Queensland hotel customers are now permitted to easily and safely purchase Keno from all locations where terminals are accessible in your venue without restriction.
read moreQHA successfully lobbies for sensible ID Scanning outcome
QHA representation has resulted in venues in Safe Night Precincts not being required to scan from
read moreCLARIFICATION FROM OLGR: Can patrons order at the bar?
CLARIFICATION FROM OLGR: Can patrons order at the bar?
read moreGotdya: Sanitiser Re-Opening Special
Gotdya has a fantastic reopening special on sanitiser for QHA Members at $5.50 for a 500ml bottle
read moreMAX: Gaming and Systems Reopening Checklist
MAX have created a checklist to help venues re-start their gaming systems.
read moreCasual Employment and Leave Entitlements
Casual employment and casuals now being entitled to paid leave entitlements. Find out what the attention was about and what it means for casual employment.
read more5 June - Stage 2 Trading with More than 20 Patrons
From Friday 5 June, venues operating under an approved Industry COVID Safe Plan will be allowed up to 20 patrons in multiple defined areas.
read moreKENO: Re-opening Checklists
Keno will be operational in Hotels from Friday 5th June. Every venue who wishes to trade Keno must complete the mandatory Keno Re-opening Checklist
read more3 June 2020 - Message from Bernie Hogan - Stage 2
I am truly relieved that we are heading into Stage 2 trading conditions nearly a full 2 weeks earlier than the scheduled 12 June commencement date.
read moreCallington: Australia's most versatile COVID-19 Disinfectant
Globally approved and used in airlines across the world, Callington Netbiokem DSAM is a ready to use 2-in-1 high performance disinfectant cleaner for all hard surfaces
read moreTabcorp: Sky Channel and TAB Re-Opening Checklist
TAB’s Re-opening Checklist has now been sent to all venues in Queensland (It was delayed last night). If any of your venues did not receive this please send them the link below. CLICK HERE FOR QLD LV checklist Venues that fail to fill in the checklist and completing...
read moreBUPA: We'll be in touch with our Bupa members soon
We’re committed to keeping you informed about changes to your employees’ cover. That’s why we want to let you know about some upcoming activity.
read moreBYTO: A Digital Future
We are a start-up technology company based in Sydney looking to assist with helping those in the hospitality space get back on their feet quicker and stronger. The QLD Government has put together The Covid Safe Plan of which all Hospitality Venues need to adhere to,...
read moreBepoz: Visitor Registration System - 50% Discount
We would also offer all your members Bepoz users or not a 50% discount on the Visitor Registration System.
read moreReward Hospitality: Contact Free Ordering
To ensure you are still receiving your goods and have access to all the products you need, why not start ordering via our website?
read moreCCA: Equipment Safety
Please DO NOT for any reason try to restart your equipment if it has been turned off. Damage will likely occur and further delay the time that it will take to get your equipment back up and running.
read more3 June: HIGA 2020 Webinar - 10 June
With an overwhelming response to our first two HIGA 2020 Webinars, we have now scheduled a third webinar date for Wednesday 10 June 11-12:30pm.
read moreTabcorp: Keno Update
Keno is an integral part of the dining experience for thousands of Keno players across the Hotel network in Queensland. We are currently awaiting approvals
read more2 July STAGE 3: TRADING INFORMATION
On Tuesday the Premier announced the Stage 3 easing of restrictions will commence at midday Friday 3 July 2020, one week earlier than the original 10 July date.
read moreSTAGE 2: 12 JUNE – TRADING INFORMATION
QHA has collaborated with Clubs to develop our Industry COVID SAFE Plan which has been submitted to Queensland Health for approval.
read more29 May: HIGA 2020 Takes Effect Today
Members are reminded that today, 29 May 2020, is the date that the new HIGA version takes effect.
read more29 May: Bernie Hogan
We are pleased to advise that QHA submitted our Industry COVID Safe Plan last Friday which, once approved, will underpin the ability for you to re-open with greater patron numbers for STAGE 2 trading from 12 June.
read moreBUPA: Dedicated QHA Corporate Website
To make it easier for QHA Members to access the BUPA corporate health plan we have updated your Bupa dedicated webpage.
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Coronavirus latest updates for hotels and staff
25 July 2020 - Stage 3 COVID-19 members must ensure all dining and drinking is for seated patrons
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