HM Magazine

Hotel and tourism news from Australia and Asia Pacific

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THE LATEST ISSUE OF HM IS OUT NOW:
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Cover story: EMPOWERING HOSPITALITY LEADERS: https://t.co/iQn0Esixwi

Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School has evolved into a global institution.

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From Queenstown’s alpine ridgeline to Fiji’s private island resorts, Furnz Group is celebrating 25 years of shaping hospitality spaces across the Pacific.

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Marriott International has appointed John Douglas as Area General Manager Pacific Islands, based in Fiji.

Read more: https://t.co/40CHPLYvD0

#people #peopledevelopment #hotels #hospitality #fijihotels #luxuryhotels #pacificislands

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First look: Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort enters a new chapter following a resort-wide renewal – and here is a glimpse into what to expect at one of Fiji’s most popular luxury retreats.

Read more: https://t.co/vna2jJz5BK

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The Whitsundays’ Daydream Island Resort and Living Reef transformed into ‘Gaydream Island’ recently for 400 guests as part of a full island takeover and LGBTQIA+ celebration.

Read more: https://t.co/CXeBXTYTAO

#hoteltakeover #hospitality #hotels #hotelevents

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Key appointments: Waldorf Astoria Sydney, Amora Hotels and Resorts, HTL, Marriott, CLLIX, Federal Hospitality

An Australian returns to lead Waldorf Astoria, HTL taps an industry titan, Amora promotes from within and more. 

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Exclusive: La Vie Hotels and Resorts Chief Executive Officer, Jerry Xu, outlines how setting new standards and achieving sustainable growth are key priorities for the group.

Read more: https://t.co/kmi6D52uDk

#hotelgrowth #hoteldevelopment #hotelmanagement #hospitality #hotels

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Exclusive: Accor doubles down on design investment as ‘critical’ to franchisee success: Chief Design Officer, Damien Perrot.

Read more: https://t.co/R0eD0n8S2F

#hotelgrowth #hoteldesign #hotelfranchise #franchisees #hotelowners #hotelinterior #hotelinvestors

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Exclusive: Belmo Group CEO David Assef talks Laval deal, growth and market challenges.

Read more: https://t.co/fUoh6XCkn7

#hotelmanagement #hoteldevelopment #huntervalley #hotelgrowth #hospitality #travel #tourism

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Delivering Premium Coffee Experiences: In-Room and Beyond with NEW Nespresso Professional Innovation.

Find out more: https://t.co/mZffYnvGUC

#hospitality #hotels #hotelmanagement #hotelprocurement #hotelsourcing #hotelcoffee #coffee #hotelsuppliers

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Exclusive: ‘Owner-centric’ approach for ‘catch-up’ franchise growth: @Accor Global Chief Franchise Officer, Leire Leoz.

Read more: https://t.co/pZ9EpGXyGC

#hoteldevelopment #hotelfranchise #hotelgrowth #hoteliers #hospitality #hotelowners #hotelinvestors #regionalhotels

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The National Minimum Wage will increase to above $1000 per week for the first time, but Accommodation Australia CEO James Goodwin claims the increase will put pressure on the sector at a “difficult time”.

Read more: https://t.co/gYeqamQfzG

#minimumwage #hotels

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Exclusive: Stephen Ho, Hyatt President, Greater China and Growth, Asia Pacific shares how luxury and lifestyle lead the group’s offerings, set apart by tailored experiences.

Read more: https://t.co/VeNRSgvYft

#hoteldevelopment #hotelgrowth #hotelmanagement #luxuryhotels

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Hilton has announced the appointment of a seasoned luxury leader who returns to Australia to take the helm at the soon-to-launch first Waldorf Astoria in Sydney’s Circular Quay.

Read more: https://t.co/J9yqUsvE8E

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Choice Hotels Asia Pac has accelerated its franchisee-led regional development with two new Ascend Collection signings.

Read more: https://t.co/MdoW1RmXvE

#franchise #hotelfranchise #hotels #hospitality #midscale #hotelconversions #hotelupgrade #regoinaltravel #travel #tourism

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Accor has wrapped up its 2026 Pacific Franchise Conference, celebrating franchise excellence with the Pacific Franchise Awards gala dinner last night.

Read more: https://t.co/4VCLNuolcY

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One of the region’s most respected hospitality interiors and procurement partners, Furnz Group is marking 25 years of delivering some of the Pacific’s most celebrated hotel and resort properties.

Read more: https://t.co/fiD8W2Z4BV

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Accor is ramping up its #franchise focus after surpassing 150 franchise hotels across Australia and New Zealand, and will soon introduce a new value-led, conversion-friendly brand to the Pacific in a bid to accelerate further growth.

Read more: https://t.co/pt8LV8kxDj

#news

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Le Méridien Lindeman Island Resort and Spa will debut in Queensland’s Whitsundays in 2027, following a deal inked between Marriott International and Singapore-based real estate company, Well Smart Group.

Read more: https://t.co/hBCTugXsBj

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In the 24th edition of the HM Industry Leaders Forum, Norman Arundel, EVT Director of Hotels and Resorts Operations, shares how investing in AI has delivered tangible improvements, with more to come in 2026.

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