Media Interviews

8 JUNE 2026 | AHA(WA) CEO Bradley Woods is appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in the King’s Birthday Honours List for significant service to the tourism and hospitality industry, and to the community of Western Australia. The recognition was mentioned on Channel 7 News. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnuy0-slAdU

6 JUNE 2026 | AHA(WA) CEO Bradley B Woods joined WA Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti MLA and Racing and Gaming Minister Paul Papalia CSC MLA to welcome the news that pubs, bars and sporting clubs can now apply for extended trading hours throughout the FIFA World Cup being staged in Canada, Mexico and the US.

22 MAY 2026 | The WA Government has expanded the ‘Ask for Angela’ safer venues initiative into regional Western Australia, following its successful rollout across Perth’s Protected Entertainment Precincts earlier this year. AHA(WA) Government Relations and Communications Manager Angela Beechey was interviewed by Channel 7 at the official launch in Bunbury. http://youtube.com/watch?v=_78Ermim5Sc&feature=youtu.be

14 MAY 2026 |  Despite a cost of living crisis, Perth’s appetite for dining out keeps growing, with Kailis Hospitality Group unveiling plans for a new hospitality precinct in Sorrento and other precincts and developments thriving. Channel 7 News asked AHA(WA) CEO Bradley Woods what this means for our industry. http://youtube.com/watch?v=-NAMXdvTaAY&feature=youtu.be

11 MAY 2026 | Channels 7 & 10 asked AHA(WA) CEO Bradley Woods to respond to a Cancer Council WA survey revealing that 75 per cent of West Aussies want pubs, clubs and bars completely smoke free. The AHA(WA) backs smoke-free indoor spaces and dining areas, but supports the continued use of clearly designated, well-separated

 3 April 2026 |  For the first time in WA, patrons can now enjoy a drink only at pubs and bars across the state without the requirement to also purchase a meal.  http://youtube.com/watch?v=-aal_XSTInw&feature=youtu.be

31 March 2026 |  The 2026 AHA & Little Creatures WA’s Best Steak Sandwich competition is heating up in the regions.  

28 January 2026 |  The AHA(WA) is playing a central role in the rollout of a new safety initiative, known as “Ask for Angela”, across licensed venues in WA, which was announced at a press conference today.

25 November 2025 |  Hospitality operators in Perth are reinvesting in the industry with the opening of several new venues. Channel 7 News asked AHA(WA) CEO Bradley Woods what this means for the sector.

21 November 2025 |  The much anticipated first Ashes Test, aka the “West Test”, between Australia and England at Optus Stadium has generated a tourism surge, with hotel occupancy sitting at 98 per cent. Channel 7 News asked AHA(WA) CEO Bradley Woods what this means for WA’s hospitality scene and local businesses.