1. Adelaide Oval Stadium Management Authority (AOSMA) has unveiled a plan to build a 128-room hotel into the eastern façade of the stadium by August 2020.

2. Westin Hotels & Resorts has officially opened The Westin Brisbane, marking the brand’s debut in Queensland.

3. A newly constructed venue at Sandalford’s Swan Valley estate in Perth is now available for bookings.

4. Crowne Plaza Melbourne has unveiled a $25 million transformation of its guestrooms, following a 12-month refurbishment.

5. Bopp & Tone, the latest venue by Sydney hospitality group Applejack, opened its doors on 13 November 2018, with a launch party brimming with celebrities, local media and influencers.

6. WATT Bar & Restaurant at Brisbane Powerhouse has relaunched as Proud Mary, with an all-female team at the helm. Located on the Brisbane River in New Farm, the all-day-dining venue is the perfect spot for private events or pre- or post-event drinks and nibbles.

7. Blond Catering has been crowned National Corporate Caterer 2018 at the recent Savour Australia Restaurant and Catering Hostplus Awards for Excellence. The NSW-based company took out the title of NSW Corporate Caterer 2018 for the second consecutive year, before advancing to the national awards.

8. El Camino Cantina will bring Tex-Mex to the northern beaches, with a 365-seat restaurant and dining terrace opening on the new rooftop of Manly Wharf.

9. The Queensland Government has approved The Star Gold Coast’s master plan to build an additional 3000 hotel rooms and apartments throughout the precinct.

10. The Sydney Masonic Centre (SMC) Conference & Function Centre will close its doors in December to undergo major refurbishment works that will result in more event spaces and increased delegate capacities.