Trends round-up: Global insights on hospitality 2026
While you’re planning your strategy for 2026, you’re probably seeing the same themes everywhere: AI, sustainability, rising costs, changing guest Read on
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Severe weather across New Zealand – key information
Access the RA Emergency Information Hub here We’re thinking of all our members and teams as severe weather continues Read on
National Restaurant Association predicts “What’s Hot” in 2026
As our industry continues to navigate rising costs, changing consumer expectations, and tighter margins, global menu trends can offer us Read on
The hidden cost of the holidays – why smarter planning will save your season
It’s a strange contradiction unique to our industry: the most important trading period of the year is also one of Read on
Westpac Managing Your Money financial wellbeing webinar – November recordings
Everyone can use a little extra help when it comes to reaching their money goals. Westpac’s Managing Your Money programme Read on
November financial wellbeing series: housing-themed webinar recordings now available
Four recordings from Westpac Managing Your Money November 2025 financial wellbeing webinar series are now available for viewing. This series Read on
Employment Relations Amendment Bill: Select Committee report back
The Select Committee has reported back on the Employment Relations Amendment Bill, recommending that the Bill be passed. Their report Read on
American Express delivers $125,000 in grants to 5 small Kiwi restaurants
Lebanese Grocer, founded by chef and owner Elie Assaf, has become a beloved cultural hub in Auckland, blending a specialty Read on
The 2025 Hospo Holiday Survival Guide is here – everything you need to thrive this festive season
The holiday period is both an exciting and challenging time in hospitality. You’re juggling packed venues, managing rosters around public Read on
Australia’s rethink shows need to pause NZ surcharge ban
Update on proposed card payment surcharge ban. The Restaurant Association is continuing to work with a coalition of national industry Read on
Third quarter sales: hospitality records strongest quarterly growth in years
The Restaurant Association third quarter sales snapshot reports shows that Q3 2025 finally delivered encouraging signs of growth, with national Read on
Cash handling tips and tools to check for genuine banknotes
Christmas and the summer season are a time when our businesses get busy and handle more cash. Here are some Read on