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REGIONAL AND METRO VENUES SHAKE UP RACE FOR WA’S BEST COCKTAIL TITLE

2 June 2026 | Two regional venues and two metropolitan venues are in the running for the title of WA’s Best Cocktail after being named finalists in the 2026 AHA & Don Julio WA’s Best Cocktail competition. Following a thirsty search powered by public votes and mystery judge visits, the Australian Hotels Association (WA) is […]

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FINALISTS FOR WA’S MOST FANGABLE AND HOTLY CONTESTED STEAK SANDWICH COMPETITION

2 June 2026 | The Australian Hotels Association (WA) has announced the finalists in the state’s most hotly contested culinary battle, the 2026 AHA & Little Creatures WA’s Best Steak Sandwich competition, which features two categories: Perth Metropolitan and Country WA. Now in its 19th year, the competition celebrates the creativity and quality of steak

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AHA(WA) WELCOMES REGIONAL EXPANSION OF ‘ASK FOR ANGELA’

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

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HOTELS BACK SMOKE-FREE INDOORS AND SENSIBLE, DESIGNATED OUTDOOR SMOKING AREAS

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

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OUTSTANDING HOTELS AND PROFESSIONALS RECOGNISED AT AHA ACCOMMODATION AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE

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

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SINK YOUR TEETH IN AND VOTE FOR WA’S BEST STEAK SANDWICH

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

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SHAKE, STIR AND VOTE: WA’S BEST COCKTAIL COMPETITION IS NOW ON!

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

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FINALISTS ANNOUNCED IN RECORD YEAR FOR 2026 AHA & PERTH AIRPORT ACCOMMODATION AWARDS

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

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AHA (WA) SUPPORTS ROLLOUT OF ‘ASK FOR ANGELA’ SAFETY INITIATIVE

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

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