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Beyond Competition: How Cazador and San Ray are building community through hospitality

For Rebecca and Dariush, owners of Cazador and San Ray, hospitality has always been about more than food. It is Read on

The $100,000+ question: Why are venue fitout costs out of control?

Gerrick Numan, Mille Design Studio The Restaurant Design Academy helps operators move on from the two bad options often presented Read on

Government launches major review to cut hospitality red tape

posted on 17 Oct 25

We’re welcoming the Government’s move to review hospitality regulations with a view to simplify regulations and reduce costs for operators. Read on

Hospitality hits record sales – but margins are tighter than ever

posted on 15 Oct 25

Hospitality industry hospitality report released by the Restaurant Association. New Zealand’s hospitality industry has reached a significant milestone, posting record Read on

New partnership announcement: Restaurant Association teams up with Eat Choice

posted on 14 Oct 25

The Restaurant Association is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Eat Choice – an app and online directory that Read on

AI tips for Hospo

posted on 10 Oct 25

The Restaurant Association’s series of AI tips for hospo are practical tips and real-world examples of how artificial intelligence can Read on

Your view on the surcharge ban proposals: and what happens next

posted on 10 Oct 25

The hospitality industry has provided strong feedback on the surcharge ban proposals. The proposal to ban merchant surcharges is part Read on

Escape. Hide. Tell:

posted on 3 Oct 25

Essential Safety Guidance for Hospitality Venues Hospitality venues are vibrant public spaces where people gather to eat, drink, and celebrate. Read on