The Informer · Issue 105 · ResortBrokers

In this issue

A year of mixed fortunes

Despite bad news in the headlines, there’s plenty of good news for our industry.

Once a phrase aligned with being in strife with someone, “in the dog house” has taken on a whole new meaning with the proliferation of pet-friendly accommodation around the country. Even more interesting, it’s not just dogs and cats which are being ushered through lush lobbies and sleeping in stylish suites. Christine Retschlag discovers when it comes to holidaying with your pet, it’s a jungle out there.

We Bought a Zoo

After a stellar two-decade career in residential real estate in our nation’s capital, Richard Tindale and his family decided to go left field and buy a zoo.

New Kid On The Block

A successful three-decade career in automotive sales management and financial services paved the road for Miguel Bozina to join ResortBrokers in motel and caravan park sales. Meet our new broker for the Gold Coast and Northern Rivers area covering everywhere from Ormeau to Grafton.

Industry Predictions for 2023

There would barely be a person on this planet who didn’t wish they’d had a crystal ball in the past few years. And while we can’t accurately forsee the future, we can interpret key signals pointing to what’s in store. Christine Retschlag talks to four key industry figures about their predictions for 2023.

Prepare for tomorrow, today

Our Brisbane broker Frank Matus says opportunity exists for buyers and sellers in a buoyant market — but you have to be nimble.

Camping Ruff

While other accommodation industry sectors seem to be slowly waking up to the pet-friendly trend, there’s one that has been ahead of the pack for years. Christine Retschlag pulls up a camp chair to dissect.

Regional Spotlight - New South Wales Part 2

Following on from our last edition of Informer, we continue our two-part series where we speak to some of our New South Wales brokers about some of the diverse challenges and opportunities in the Premier State.

Management Rights operators, don’t make a meal of bundling

Isn’t it amazing how a simple change in process can make a big difference when repeated at scale? I was recently grabbing lunch at an American fast food chain and upon approaching the counter, I found I had to order my burger, fries and shake all separately – there were no meals on the menu!

Syndication Nation

When it comes to buying into syndicates, most Australians automatically think of racehorses, or even a weekly Lotto ticket. But syndication is a model also popular in the commercial property industry.

What’s Cool In The Accommodation Industry

From “Zero Star” hotels to $60,000 beds and tiny snug rooms in between, Director of New Developments and Hotels Tim Crooks dives under the doona to check out the latest trends.

It’s a dog’s life

It’s Australia’s first AC Marriott – named after the founder of AC Hotels, Antonio Catalan – designed to celebrate the beauty of classic modern design with its European soul and Spanish roots. The AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne Southbank also comes with extra bite, with the acclaimed Peter Rowland Group opening Sorolla and Bar Triana. Even better? As Christine Retschlag discovers, you can dine with your dog with a menu just for pets.