Media Releases

21 May 2026 | The Australian Hotels Association (WA) has welcomed the WA Government’s expansion of the internationally recognised ‘Ask for Angela’ initiative into regional Western Australia, following the successful rollout across Perth’s Protected Entertainment Precincts earlier this year. The initiative gives patrons a discreet way to seek help if they feel unsafe, while providing […]

11 May 2026 | The Australian Hotels Association (WA) today reaffirmed the sector’s long-standing commitment to smoke-free indoor spaces and dining areas, while supporting the continued use of clearly designated, well-separated outdoor smoking areas. AHA(WA) CEO Bradley Woods said: “Hospitality venues want everyone to feel welcome and comfortable. WA hotels and pubs are proudly smoke-free

1 April 2026 | Customers can relax over the Easter holidays at WA hospitality venues, as Good Friday 2026 is the first time patrons can enjoy a drink without the need to purchase a meal. AHA(WA) CEO Bradley Woods said: “This is the first Good Friday where pubs or bars can offer a drink without

30 March 2026 | Western Australia’s leading accommodation hotels and professionals were celebrated tonight at the 2026 AHA – Perth Airport Accommodation Awards for Excellence, held at the Devil’s Lair Gala Ball at The Westin Perth.   The prestigious annual event recognises excellence and leadership in the management and operation of accommodation hotels across the state, highlighting the achievements of venues, teams, managers and

25 March 2026 | The Australian Hotels Association (WA) has officially opened voting for the 2026 AHA & Little Creatures WA’s Best Steak Sandwich competition. This year, more than 40 Perth venues and 16 regional venues are putting their steak sandwiches to the ultimate taste test in WA’s most iconic culinary showdown, now in its

24 March 2026 | The Australian Hotels Association (WA) is calling on the public to help decide the state’s best cocktail, with voting now open for the 2026 AHA & Don Julio WA’s Best Cocktail Competition. More than 25 venues are competing with their signature cocktails in this high-energy, state-wide contest to be named WA’s

19 February 2026 | The Australian Hotels Association (WA) is proud to announce the finalists for the 2026 AHA & Perth Airport Accommodation Awards for Excellence, with this year’s program attracting a record number of entries. The awards celebrate excellence and leadership in the management and operation of accommodation hotels across Western Australia. With more

28 January 2026 | The Australian Hotels Association (WA) has welcomed the WA Government’s rollout of the ‘Ask for Angela’ initiative, supporting measures that strengthen safety and confidence for patrons enjoying Western Australia’s pubs, clubs and hospitality venues. AHA(WA) said the initiative aligns strongly with the industry’s long-standing commitment to providing safe, welcoming environments for

11 December 2025 | The Australian Hotels Association (WA) welcomes the WA Liquor Control Act Amendment Bill 2025 passing through Parliament today, paving the way for long-awaited hospitality reforms to take effect before the 2025 festive season.  AHA(WA) CEO Bradley Woods said the WA Government’s move to fast-track final approval of the amendments will allow

20 November 2025 | The Australian Hotels Association (WA) says The Ashes are delivering a major uplift for Western Australia’s visitor economy with Perth hotel occupancy nearing capacity and strong trading expected across hospitality venues statewide. AHA(WA) CEO Bradley Woods said that Perth hotels are running at near-full occupancy for the Ashes, with forward bookings