PRESIDENT UPDATE
As we get ready for what is shaping up to be a bumper Christmas and New Year period for everyone, with the occupancy statistics throughout 2022 being incredible, it looks like we will see a very busy summer period giving us a much-needed boost after the last two years. This year our industry has shown that once again we can adapt and rise to any challenge. We continue to provide an excellent experience to our patrons. This was shown at the national AHA Awards for Excellence where Tasmanian business won some of the biggest awards for the year. Challenges will always remain. The cost-of-living crisis in the country is a serious issue, we know operators are facing a double-edged sword with their own increasing costs – whether it be energy prices, insurance, increase to the cost of goods through lack of supply even land tax along with the prospect of patrons having less disposable income as we all deal with inflation. We will continue lobbing all levels of government to find solutions to the issues in our sector, when it comes to energy cost the clear goal is for our political parties to develop policies to not only reduce energy costs, but to help hospitality businesses become more energy efficient making us more sustainable in the future. The THA finalised its Hospitality 2030 vision and published it this year, it lays out our goals as an industry and gives us a pathway to follow so we can continue to improve the Tasmanian hospitality experience making
it stronger into the future, and I’d encourage everyone to have a read.
This year has seen numerous projects implemented and driven through the tireless work of our CEO Steve Old and his team, from Hospitality 2030, the success of the THA’s first appearance at Agfest, our Women in Leadership program, the workforce development opportunities and more recently HOSPO Health. Steve’s passion and unwavering commitment to the people in the industry is second to none and we are lucky to have him leading the charge. I’d like to take this opportunity to say a very big thank you to Steve and his team for their efforts throughout the year, it’s a privilege working with a group of people who have such passion for our industry. To my fellow board members, with a wide range of experiences and ideas thrown forward it has been stimulating sitting around the table, thank you all for your efforts and support throughout the year, the time that you all give up for the industry is very much appreciated. As president I’m proud to be a part of this association and will always stand up for our industry and I will continue to fight for our members. As a strong team the THA will continue looking for opportunities and lobby for support and outcomes where they are needed.
To everyone have a safe, happy, and prosperous festive season and I wish you all the best for the new year.
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