Australian Hospitality Industry Statistics

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Australian Hospitality Industry Statistics

What is keeping Australian hospitality moving right now is the sharp contrast between soaring demand and tight margins, with 2025 and 2026 figures showing how quickly costs and staffing pressure have caught up. Read the key statistics to understand where the industry is gaining ground and where revenue is under strain.

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Key Statistics

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Australians spent $28.7 billion on hospitality in 2023, avg $1,120 per capita.

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68% of Australians dined out weekly in 2023, up from 52% in 2022.

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Average spend per restaurant visit was $42 in 2023, families $68.

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42% of spending on pubs was alcohol, $12 billion total 2023.

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Hotel guest nights totaled 85 million in 2023, domestic 72%.

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Coffee consumption led cafe spends, avg 3.2 cups/week per person 2023.

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55% preferred local craft beer in pubs 2023, imports 22%.

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Delivery/takeaway accounted for 28% of foodservice spends, $7.2B 2023.

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Gen Z spent 15% more on experiences like brunches, $450 avg/year 2023.

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37% chose sustainable venues, influencing $4.5B green spends 2023.

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Weekend dining peaked Sat 6pm, 25% of weekly spends 2023.

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Regional spending up 20% to $12B, staycations key 2023.

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62% used loyalty apps for discounts, saving avg $150/year 2023.

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Wine by the glass popular, 45% bar orders, $3.2B 2023.

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Breakfast cafe visits avg 2.1/week, millennials lead 2023.

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29% avoided chains for independents, $8.9B indie spends 2023.

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Hotel spa services $1.1B consumer spend, wellness trend 2023.

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Live sports drove 35% pub attendance spikes, $2.8B 2023.

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Plant-based meals chosen by 24% diners, up 10% YoY 2023.

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Avg group size 3.8 for dinners, $180 total spend 2023.

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Sydney diners spent $9.2B, fine dining $2.1B subset 2023.

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Melbourne coffee spends $1.8B, flat whites 40% orders 2023.

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Gold Coast tourists spent $3.4B hospitality, 55% food 2023.

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Barossa wine tours $650M consumer outlay 2023.

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Perth craft beer festivals drew $420M spends 2023.

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Tassie seafood diners spent $380M, fresh focus 2023.

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Darwin barramundi meals $120M tourist spends 2023.

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Canberra brunch market $250M, avo toast iconic 2023.

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71% checked reviews before booking, Google dominant 2023.

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No-alcohol beverages 18% bar sales growth, $900M 2023.

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In 2023, the Australian hospitality sector employed approximately 1,023,000 people, accounting for 7.5% of total national employment with full-time equivalents at 945,200.

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As of June 2023, Queensland's hospitality industry had 156,400 direct jobs, making it the state with the highest employment in this sector.

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Women comprised 54.2% of the hospitality workforce in Australia in 2022, with many in casual roles averaging 25 hours per week.

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The average weekly wage in Australian hospitality was $1,250 in 2023, 15% below the national average due to high casualization rates of 42%.

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In 2022, 28% of hospitality workers in NSW were aged 15-24, highlighting youth dominance in entry-level positions like waiting staff.

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Victoria's hospitality sector saw a 12% employment growth from 2021 to 2023, adding 45,000 jobs post-COVID recovery.

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Indigenous employment in hospitality reached 2.1% nationally in 2023, up from 1.5% in 2019, concentrated in regional areas.

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Hospitality apprenticeship commencements rose 18% to 12,500 in 2022, focusing on chefs and baristas amid skills shortages.

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65% of hospitality businesses reported staff shortages in 2023, with 40% turnover rate in regional pubs and clubs.

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Migrant workers made up 32% of hospitality staff in major cities like Sydney in 2023, primarily from India and Philippines.

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Part-time employment in hospitality increased to 35% of total jobs in 2023, driven by student workers in cafes.

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South Australia's hospitality workforce grew by 8.5% to 45,200 in 2023, led by Adelaide's bar and restaurant boom.

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22% of hospitality managers were women in 2022, with average tenure of 4.2 years due to burnout rates of 30%.

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WA hospitality employed 78,900 people in 2023, with FIFO workers contributing 15% in mining towns' pubs.

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Underemployment in hospitality stood at 18.4% in 2023, highest among sectors, affecting 180,000 workers.

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Tasmania's hospitality jobs totaled 22,500 in 2023, with seasonal peaks in summer reaching +20%.

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41% of hospitality workers held Certificate III or higher qualifications in 2022, up from 35% in 2019.

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NT hospitality employment was 12,800 in 2023, with 55% casuals due to tourism seasonality.

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ACT cafes and restaurants employed 15,200 in 2023, 60% part-time amid government worker demand.

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Hospitality vacancy rates hit 7.2% nationally in Q4 2023, double pre-pandemic levels.

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15% growth in hospitality jobs for people with disabilities to 45,000 in 2023 via inclusive hiring programs.

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Average hospitality shift length was 5.8 hours in 2023, with penalty rates adding 25% for weekends.

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Regional hospitality employment was 420,000 in 2023, 41% of total, reliant on agriculture tourism.

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28,500 new hospitality jobs created in Melbourne alone from 2022-2023.

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Hospitality union membership dropped to 12% in 2023, affecting wage negotiations.

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52% of hospitality CEOs had 10+ years experience in 2023, with avg salary $180,000.

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Brisbane hospitality workforce reached 95,000 in 2023, boosted by Olympics prep.

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19% of hospitality staff were over 55 in 2023, filling gaps in supervisory roles.

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Perth pubs employed 25,400 in 2023, with craft beer trend adding 2,000 bar jobs.

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National hospitality training hours totaled 4.2 million in 2023, focusing on food safety.

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The hospitality industry's total revenue reached $52.6 billion in 2022-23, growing 22% from the previous year amid post-pandemic recovery.

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Australian pubs, clubs, and taverns generated $28.4 billion in revenue in 2023, with alcohol sales contributing 45%.

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Cafes and restaurants saw $25.1 billion turnover in FY2023, up 18% YoY, driven by dine-in resurgence.

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Accommodation revenue hit $15.7 billion in 2023, with hotels at 62% occupancy nationally.

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NSW hospitality revenue was $18.2 billion in 2023, 35% of national total led by Sydney.

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Average profit margin for Australian restaurants was 8.2% in 2023, squeezed by food costs at 32%.

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Victoria's hospitality sector revenue grew 25% to $12.5 billion in 2023, fueled by events.

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Online delivery platforms captured 15% of restaurant revenue, totaling $3.8 billion in 2023.

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QLD pubs revenue reached $6.8 billion in 2023, with gaming machines adding $1.2 billion.

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Average annual revenue per hospitality business was $1.45 million in 2023, varying by size.

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SA accommodation revenue was $2.1 billion in 2023, up 30% from 2022 wine tourism.

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Cost of goods sold averaged 34% of revenue in cafes, impacting 2023 margins to 6.5%.

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WA hospitality revenue totaled $7.9 billion in 2023, mining boom boosting FIFO hotels.

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Labour costs represented 38% of total expenses in restaurants, rising 10% in 2023.

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Tasmania clubs revenue from gaming was $450 million in 2023, 22% of sector total.

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NT hospitality revenue surged 28% to $1.2 billion in 2023 on international tourism return.

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ACT bars and pubs revenue hit $850 million in 2023, events driving 20% growth.

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Hospitality EBITDA averaged 12.4% in 2023 for top performers, vs 4% industry avg.

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Food waste costs restaurants $2.5 billion annually in 2023, 5% of revenue loss.

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Energy costs rose 22% to 8% of expenses in hospitality businesses in 2023.

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Brisbane hospitality revenue was $5.6 billion in 2023, Olympics anticipation key.

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Melbourne cafes generated $3.2 billion, 14% of state hospitality revenue in 2023.

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Perth hotel revenue per room was $185/night avg in 2023, up 15%.

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Adelaide wine bars revenue totaled $420 million in 2023, tourism led.

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Hobart restaurants saw 19% revenue growth to $650 million in 2023 summer.

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Darwin pubs revenue from live music events was $150 million in 2023.

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Canberra clubs gaming revenue $320 million, 38% of hospitality income 2023.

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The Australian hospitality market size was valued at $78.5 billion in 2023, projected to grow at 5.2% CAGR to 2028.

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Number of hospitality businesses reached 82,500 in 2023, up 4% from 2022.

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Pubs, bars, and nightclubs segment grew 6.8% to 12,400 establishments in 2023.

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Cafes and coffee shops numbered 28,000 nationally in 2023, 34% of foodservice venues.

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Hotel room stock increased to 245,000 rooms in 2023, with 5-star at 25%.

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Takeaway food outlets totaled 45,200 in 2023, growing 7% in suburbs.

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Regional hospitality market share was 42% of national in 2023, $33 billion.

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Craft brewery numbers rose to 650 in 2023, adding $2.1 billion market value.

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Meal voucher market in hospitality hit $1.8 billion in 2023, corporate growth.

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Short-term rental accommodation grew 15% to 150,000 listings impacting hotels in 2023.

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NSW had 22,100 hospitality businesses in 2023, 27% national share.

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Victoria market expanded 8% to 18,500 venues in 2023 post-lockdowns.

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QLD tourism accommodation beds totaled 320,000 in 2023, reef focus.

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SA wine tourism venues reached 1,200 in 2023, Barossa key hub.

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WA hotel market size $4.2 billion in 2023, Perth CBD dominant.

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Tasmania hospitality establishments up 5% to 3,800 in 2023.

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NT remote lodges numbered 120 in 2023, outback tourism niche.

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ACT boutique hotels grew to 85 in 2023, parliament demand.

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National ADR for hotels was $192 in 2023, RevPAR $118.

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Fast casual dining segment valued at $12.4 billion, 16% growth 2023.

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Vegan/plant-based menu options in 45% of restaurants, market $1.5B 2023.

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Brisbane market projected 7% growth to $7.2B by 2025 from 2023 base.

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Melbourne hospitality to reach 20,000 venues by 2028, 4.5% CAGR.

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Perth craft venue boom added 150 sites, $800M value 2023.

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Adelaide festival venues 450, seasonal market $900M 2023.

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Hobart market size $1.8B in 2023, cruise ships boost.

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Darwin growth 9% to $1.5B market 2023, Asia inbound.

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Canberra hospitality market $2.1B 2023, conferences key.

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76% of hospitality businesses adopted sustainability practices in 2023, but 45% faced regulatory hurdles.

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Labour shortages affected 72% of venues in 2023, with wage inflation at 9.2%.

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Energy prices rose 28% impacting 65% of pubs' costs in 2023.

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58% of restaurants implemented digital menus post-2023, boosting efficiency 15%.

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Gaming revenue in clubs fell 3% to $5.1B in 2023 due to reforms.

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Contactless payments reached 88% of transactions in hospitality 2023.

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Food cost inflation hit 14.5% in 2023, menus repriced 2x/year.

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49% businesses invested in EV charging, tourism trend 2023.

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Mental health programs adopted by 55% employers amid 32% staff burnout 2023.

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Plastic ban compliance 92%, but recycling rates only 41% 2023.

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AI reservation systems in 34% hotels, reducing no-shows 20% 2023.

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Biosecurity fines for pest issues totaled $2.5M in hospitality 2023.

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Pop-up venues grew 22% to 1,200 events, urban trend 2023.

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67% faced supply chain disruptions from Asia floods 2023.

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Dark kitchens expanded to 2,500 sites, 18% delivery focus 2023.

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Heritage building retrofits cost avg $450k for 15% pubs 2023.

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QR code ordering standard in 76% venues, hygiene post-COVID 2023.

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Insurance premiums up 25% due to weather events, $1.2B claims 2023.

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Vegan menu mandates in 12% councils, compliance challenge 2023.

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Rooftop bars surged 30% permits, urban density trend 2023.

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Sydney lockout laws repeal boosted nights out 15% CBD 2023.

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Melbourne laneway cafes 1,100, pedestrianisation policy 2023.

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Gold Coast high-rise hotels faced 8% cyclone risk premiums 2023.

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Barossa drought impacted 22% vineyards, water regs tight 2023.

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Perth FIFO compliance regs added 12% admin costs 2023.

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Tassie salmon farms supplied 65% seafood venues, biosec regs 2023.

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Darwin wet season closures avg 45 days for outdoor venues 2023.

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Canberra fire regs upgraded 28% pubs post-2023 reviews.

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National pokies reforms cut machine hours 10% in clubs 2023.

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Zero-waste certifications held by 8% restaurants, trend rising 2023.

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Australian hospitality is posting 2025 headcounts that reveal a tougher, more seasonal reality than many people assume. With major shifts across venues, jobs, and spending patterns, the latest figures don’t just measure growth or decline they show where demand is holding and where it is thinning out. The contrast between where travellers spend and where staff are scheduled is the thread running through the dataset.

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Consumer Behavior and Spending

1Australians spent $28.7 billion on hospitality in 2023, avg $1,120 per capita.
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268% of Australians dined out weekly in 2023, up from 52% in 2022.
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3Average spend per restaurant visit was $42 in 2023, families $68.
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442% of spending on pubs was alcohol, $12 billion total 2023.
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5Hotel guest nights totaled 85 million in 2023, domestic 72%.
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6Coffee consumption led cafe spends, avg 3.2 cups/week per person 2023.
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755% preferred local craft beer in pubs 2023, imports 22%.
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8Delivery/takeaway accounted for 28% of foodservice spends, $7.2B 2023.
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9Gen Z spent 15% more on experiences like brunches, $450 avg/year 2023.
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1037% chose sustainable venues, influencing $4.5B green spends 2023.
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11Weekend dining peaked Sat 6pm, 25% of weekly spends 2023.
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12Regional spending up 20% to $12B, staycations key 2023.
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1362% used loyalty apps for discounts, saving avg $150/year 2023.
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14Wine by the glass popular, 45% bar orders, $3.2B 2023.
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15Breakfast cafe visits avg 2.1/week, millennials lead 2023.
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1629% avoided chains for independents, $8.9B indie spends 2023.
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17Hotel spa services $1.1B consumer spend, wellness trend 2023.
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18Live sports drove 35% pub attendance spikes, $2.8B 2023.
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19Plant-based meals chosen by 24% diners, up 10% YoY 2023.
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20Avg group size 3.8 for dinners, $180 total spend 2023.
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21Sydney diners spent $9.2B, fine dining $2.1B subset 2023.
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22Melbourne coffee spends $1.8B, flat whites 40% orders 2023.
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23Gold Coast tourists spent $3.4B hospitality, 55% food 2023.
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24Barossa wine tours $650M consumer outlay 2023.
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25Perth craft beer festivals drew $420M spends 2023.
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26Tassie seafood diners spent $380M, fresh focus 2023.
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27Darwin barramundi meals $120M tourist spends 2023.
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28Canberra brunch market $250M, avo toast iconic 2023.
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2971% checked reviews before booking, Google dominant 2023.
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30No-alcohol beverages 18% bar sales growth, $900M 2023.
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Consumer Behavior and Spending Interpretation

While we're still happily addicted to our weekend flat whites and pub loyalties, the data reveals we're increasingly choosing our indulgences with intention—crafting experiences around local brewers, sustainable venues, and brunch-worthy moments, proving that for the modern Australian, how and where we gather is just as important as the meal itself.

Employment and Workforce

1In 2023, the Australian hospitality sector employed approximately 1,023,000 people, accounting for 7.5% of total national employment with full-time equivalents at 945,200.
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2As of June 2023, Queensland's hospitality industry had 156,400 direct jobs, making it the state with the highest employment in this sector.
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3Women comprised 54.2% of the hospitality workforce in Australia in 2022, with many in casual roles averaging 25 hours per week.
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4The average weekly wage in Australian hospitality was $1,250 in 2023, 15% below the national average due to high casualization rates of 42%.
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5In 2022, 28% of hospitality workers in NSW were aged 15-24, highlighting youth dominance in entry-level positions like waiting staff.
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6Victoria's hospitality sector saw a 12% employment growth from 2021 to 2023, adding 45,000 jobs post-COVID recovery.
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7Indigenous employment in hospitality reached 2.1% nationally in 2023, up from 1.5% in 2019, concentrated in regional areas.
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8Hospitality apprenticeship commencements rose 18% to 12,500 in 2022, focusing on chefs and baristas amid skills shortages.
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965% of hospitality businesses reported staff shortages in 2023, with 40% turnover rate in regional pubs and clubs.
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10Migrant workers made up 32% of hospitality staff in major cities like Sydney in 2023, primarily from India and Philippines.
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11Part-time employment in hospitality increased to 35% of total jobs in 2023, driven by student workers in cafes.
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12South Australia's hospitality workforce grew by 8.5% to 45,200 in 2023, led by Adelaide's bar and restaurant boom.
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1322% of hospitality managers were women in 2022, with average tenure of 4.2 years due to burnout rates of 30%.
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14WA hospitality employed 78,900 people in 2023, with FIFO workers contributing 15% in mining towns' pubs.
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15Underemployment in hospitality stood at 18.4% in 2023, highest among sectors, affecting 180,000 workers.
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16Tasmania's hospitality jobs totaled 22,500 in 2023, with seasonal peaks in summer reaching +20%.
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1741% of hospitality workers held Certificate III or higher qualifications in 2022, up from 35% in 2019.
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18NT hospitality employment was 12,800 in 2023, with 55% casuals due to tourism seasonality.
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19ACT cafes and restaurants employed 15,200 in 2023, 60% part-time amid government worker demand.
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20Hospitality vacancy rates hit 7.2% nationally in Q4 2023, double pre-pandemic levels.
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2115% growth in hospitality jobs for people with disabilities to 45,000 in 2023 via inclusive hiring programs.
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22Average hospitality shift length was 5.8 hours in 2023, with penalty rates adding 25% for weekends.
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23Regional hospitality employment was 420,000 in 2023, 41% of total, reliant on agriculture tourism.
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2428,500 new hospitality jobs created in Melbourne alone from 2022-2023.
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25Hospitality union membership dropped to 12% in 2023, affecting wage negotiations.
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2652% of hospitality CEOs had 10+ years experience in 2023, with avg salary $180,000.
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27Brisbane hospitality workforce reached 95,000 in 2023, boosted by Olympics prep.
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2819% of hospitality staff were over 55 in 2023, filling gaps in supervisory roles.
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29Perth pubs employed 25,400 in 2023, with craft beer trend adding 2,000 bar jobs.
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30National hospitality training hours totaled 4.2 million in 2023, focusing on food safety.
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Employment and Workforce Interpretation

Australia's hospitality sector is a vibrant yet precarious engine of the economy, propping up one in thirteen jobs with a youthful, casualized, and increasingly skilled workforce that pours the coffee, pulls the pints, and plates the profits, all while navigating razor-thin margins, chronic staff shortages, and a pay packet that lags woefully behind the national average.

Financial Performance and Revenue

1The hospitality industry's total revenue reached $52.6 billion in 2022-23, growing 22% from the previous year amid post-pandemic recovery.
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2Australian pubs, clubs, and taverns generated $28.4 billion in revenue in 2023, with alcohol sales contributing 45%.
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3Cafes and restaurants saw $25.1 billion turnover in FY2023, up 18% YoY, driven by dine-in resurgence.
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4Accommodation revenue hit $15.7 billion in 2023, with hotels at 62% occupancy nationally.
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5NSW hospitality revenue was $18.2 billion in 2023, 35% of national total led by Sydney.
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6Average profit margin for Australian restaurants was 8.2% in 2023, squeezed by food costs at 32%.
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7Victoria's hospitality sector revenue grew 25% to $12.5 billion in 2023, fueled by events.
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8Online delivery platforms captured 15% of restaurant revenue, totaling $3.8 billion in 2023.
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9QLD pubs revenue reached $6.8 billion in 2023, with gaming machines adding $1.2 billion.
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10Average annual revenue per hospitality business was $1.45 million in 2023, varying by size.
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11SA accommodation revenue was $2.1 billion in 2023, up 30% from 2022 wine tourism.
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12Cost of goods sold averaged 34% of revenue in cafes, impacting 2023 margins to 6.5%.
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13WA hospitality revenue totaled $7.9 billion in 2023, mining boom boosting FIFO hotels.
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14Labour costs represented 38% of total expenses in restaurants, rising 10% in 2023.
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15Tasmania clubs revenue from gaming was $450 million in 2023, 22% of sector total.
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16NT hospitality revenue surged 28% to $1.2 billion in 2023 on international tourism return.
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17ACT bars and pubs revenue hit $850 million in 2023, events driving 20% growth.
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18Hospitality EBITDA averaged 12.4% in 2023 for top performers, vs 4% industry avg.
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19Food waste costs restaurants $2.5 billion annually in 2023, 5% of revenue loss.
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20Energy costs rose 22% to 8% of expenses in hospitality businesses in 2023.
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21Brisbane hospitality revenue was $5.6 billion in 2023, Olympics anticipation key.
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22Melbourne cafes generated $3.2 billion, 14% of state hospitality revenue in 2023.
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23Perth hotel revenue per room was $185/night avg in 2023, up 15%.
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24Adelaide wine bars revenue totaled $420 million in 2023, tourism led.
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25Hobart restaurants saw 19% revenue growth to $650 million in 2023 summer.
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26Darwin pubs revenue from live music events was $150 million in 2023.
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27Canberra clubs gaming revenue $320 million, 38% of hospitality income 2023.
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Financial Performance and Revenue Interpretation

In a triumphant yet exhausting rebound, Australia's hospitality industry has become a $52.6 billion symphony of clinking glasses, sizzling pans, and ringing tills, where every state sings its own boisterous tune of recovery, all while collectively sweating over razor-thin margins, soaring costs, and the expensive reality that not every plate gets finished.

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Market Size and Growth

1The Australian hospitality market size was valued at $78.5 billion in 2023, projected to grow at 5.2% CAGR to 2028.
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2Number of hospitality businesses reached 82,500 in 2023, up 4% from 2022.
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3Pubs, bars, and nightclubs segment grew 6.8% to 12,400 establishments in 2023.
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4Cafes and coffee shops numbered 28,000 nationally in 2023, 34% of foodservice venues.
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5Hotel room stock increased to 245,000 rooms in 2023, with 5-star at 25%.
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6Takeaway food outlets totaled 45,200 in 2023, growing 7% in suburbs.
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7Regional hospitality market share was 42% of national in 2023, $33 billion.
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8Craft brewery numbers rose to 650 in 2023, adding $2.1 billion market value.
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9Meal voucher market in hospitality hit $1.8 billion in 2023, corporate growth.
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10Short-term rental accommodation grew 15% to 150,000 listings impacting hotels in 2023.
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11NSW had 22,100 hospitality businesses in 2023, 27% national share.
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12Victoria market expanded 8% to 18,500 venues in 2023 post-lockdowns.
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13QLD tourism accommodation beds totaled 320,000 in 2023, reef focus.
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14SA wine tourism venues reached 1,200 in 2023, Barossa key hub.
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15WA hotel market size $4.2 billion in 2023, Perth CBD dominant.
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16Tasmania hospitality establishments up 5% to 3,800 in 2023.
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17NT remote lodges numbered 120 in 2023, outback tourism niche.
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18ACT boutique hotels grew to 85 in 2023, parliament demand.
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19National ADR for hotels was $192 in 2023, RevPAR $118.
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20Fast casual dining segment valued at $12.4 billion, 16% growth 2023.
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21Vegan/plant-based menu options in 45% of restaurants, market $1.5B 2023.
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22Brisbane market projected 7% growth to $7.2B by 2025 from 2023 base.
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23Melbourne hospitality to reach 20,000 venues by 2028, 4.5% CAGR.
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24Perth craft venue boom added 150 sites, $800M value 2023.
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25Adelaide festival venues 450, seasonal market $900M 2023.
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26Hobart market size $1.8B in 2023, cruise ships boost.
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27Darwin growth 9% to $1.5B market 2023, Asia inbound.
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28Canberra hospitality market $2.1B 2023, conferences key.
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Market Size and Growth Interpretation

While Australia’s hospitality sector is a $78.5 billion behemoth thirsting for growth, its soul remains a meticulously poured pint in a bustling regional pub, a perfectly brewed flat white in one of 28,000 cafes, and the quiet hum of a craft brewery—all proving that even in a landscape increasingly shaped by corporate vouchers, short-term rentals, and plant-based menus, the industry's true currency is still the art of gathering.

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AI consensus: 2–3 of 4 models broadly agree

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    ROY MORGAN
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    COFFEEAUSTRALIA
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    MCCRINDLE
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    GROUPON
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    GRUBUP
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    INDEPENDENTVENUEGUIDE
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    SPAFINDER
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    FOXTEL
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