2013 AHA and Crown Lager Accommodation Hotels Gala Ball
Diwali Dreams
Monday 12 August 2013, Crown Perth
2013 Winners have been announced! View the full list here.
Diwali Dreams on August 12, transported guests at the AHA and Crown Lager Accommodation Hotels Industry Gala Ball into the subcontinent for an ethereal evening of elegance recognising the outstanding levels of excellence and high standards upheld by the Western Australian Accommodation Industry.
The celebrations were set against a delicate backdrop of colour, vibrant dance and culinary infusions. Guests were greeted in the Indian Pre-Drink area by Sitar music and coloured drapes. The curtain drop revealed the Crown Perth Grand Ballroom transformed with two large red elephants standing guard on either side of the front stage, in front of the wall-to-wall screen. Indian style parasols and candles held the focus on each rose petal adorned table,while red, orange and yellow chair covers brought the heat of India to the room.
Guests were regaled by Green Room Entertainment dancers, providing a unique mix of dance from old and contemporary India. Master of Ceremonies, Michael Elezovich helped to celebrate the success of the Accommodation Industry through the presentations of Venue Awards and Management Employee Awards.
A team of 50 Crown Perth chefs led by Executive Sous Chef Sean Marco, treated guests to a five course culinary journey from Northern to Southern India with a taste explosion including dahl, curry, tandoori and lassi. The menu was specifically designed to capture the taste and excitement of India, showcasing the culinary brilliance and high standards that the Accommodation industry represents. A splendid array of premium beverages was also on offer.
In a night recognising the leaders of the Accommodation industry, the prestigious Accommodation Industry Hall of Fame Award was presented to Martin Peirson-Jones of Kimberley Accommodation including the newly established Berkley River Lodge. AHA(WA) Accommodation Division President Mr Grant Raubenheimer and Hon Dr Kim Hames MLA, Deputy Premier and Minister for Health, presented the award to Martin and thanked him for his ongoing dedication to the industry.
As the ceremonies came to an end, guests were welcomed into the Raj After Bar where Campari cocktails and Crown Lager beverages were on offer alongside the energetic Hi-NRG band who encouraged all to get up and dance. Indian parasols and low level lounges littered the Raj After Bar, creating a comfortable and colourful environment for networking with guests.
With over 600 guests attending this year's event and a long list of dignitaries, the 2013 AHA and Crown Lager Accommodation Hotel Gala Ball and the presentation of the ME Bank WA Accommodation Industry Awards was once again a showpiece event on Perth's social calendar. The AHA would like to thank all guests for their attendance and look forward to welcoming everyone back again next year.
View a selection of photos through the AHA Facebook Page or the AHA Photo Gallery.
2013 ME Bank WA Accommodation Industry Awards
Hotel Awards
Redeveloped Accommodation Hotel Award
sponsored by PS Structures
Winner: Crown Metropol Perth
Certificate of Merit: Rendezvous Grand Hotel Perth
Marketed Accommodation Hotel Award
sponsored by Advans Exhibition Services
Winner: Esplanade Hotel Fremantle - by Rydges
Mid-Range Accommodation Award
sponsored by AHS Hospitality
Winner: ibis Perth
Superior Accommodation Award
sponsored by Furniture Options
Winner: Four Points by Sheraton Perth
Deluxe Accommodation Award
sponsored by Peacocks Bedding
Winner: Crown Perth Metropol
Apartment/Suite Accommodation Award
sponsored by James Richardson Corporation
Winner: Assured Ascot Quays Apartment Hotel
Resort Style Accommodation Award
sponsored by HotelsApart
Winner: Crown Perth Metropol
Restaurant within an Accommodation Hotel Award
sponsored by Accolade Wines
Winner: Bistro Guillaume - Crown Perth
Accommodation Hotel Wine List Award
sponsored by Fine Wine Wholesalers
Winner: The Terrace Hotel
Management Team Award
sponsored by William Angliss Institute
Winner: Rydges Kalgoorlie Resort and Spa
Management Employee Awards
Front Office Award
sponsored by City of Perth
Winner: Beate Lichtwald - Kings Perth Hotel
Certificate of Merit: Alex Sheehy - Holiday Inn Perth City Centre
Certificate of Merit: Shannon Uptin - Pan Pacific Perth
Cookery Services Award
sponsored by Blue Cow Cheese Company
Winner: Matt Lonne - Rendezvous Observation City Hotel Perth HALL OF FAME
Certificate of Merit: Patrick Carlin - Joondalup Resort
Concierge Award
sponsored by HOSTPLUS
Winner: Ziyaad Hansrod - Crown Metropol Perth
Administration, Finance and Executive Support Award
sponsored by Perth Convention Bureau
Winner: Grant Joyce - Four Points by Sheraton Perth
Sales and Marketing Award
sponsored by HOSTPLUS
Winner: Jemma Clarke - Pan Pacific Perth
Conference and Events Award
sponsored by PPCA
Winner: Meghan Freind - Esplanade Hotel Fremantle - by Rydges
Housekeeping Award
sponsored by Prime Laundry
Winner: Lynne Harrison - Holiday Inn Perth City Centre
Human Resources Award
sponsored by Easy Payroll
Winner: Marinus Snetler - Rendezvous Observation City Hotel Perth
Certificate of Merit: Rebekah Green - Kimberley Accommodation
Engineering and Maintenance Award
sponsored by Electrical Testing Services
Winner: Darius Smith - Rendezvous Studio Hotel Perth
Certificate of Merit: Mervyn Farrell - Novotel Vines Resort & Country Club
Food and Beverage Services Award
sponsored by HFM Asset Management
Winner: Rod Santos - Rendezvous Grand Hotel Perth
Certificate of Merit: Chris Johnstone - Esplanade Hotel Fremantle - by Rydges
Executive Level Manager Award
sponsored by APRA|AMCOS
Winner: Jodi Brown - Esplanade Hotel Fremantle - by Rydges
Certificate of Merit: Lester Adams - Holiday Inn Perth City Centre
2013 Accommodation Hotel Industry Hall of Fame Award
2013 AHA Accommodation Industry Hall of Fame Award
sponsored by Carlton & United Breweries
Winner: Martin Peirson Jones
View a selection of photos from the evening through the AHA Facebook Page
or the AHA Photo Gallery
