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Arabian Post
22-07-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane Marks Six-Month Milestone
Strategically located next to The Gabba, the 110-room property affirms Swiss-Belhotel International's growing footprint in Australia BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 July 2025 – Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane has successfully reached its six-month milestone, affirming its position as a key player in the city's upscale hotel segment. Since opening in December 2024, the property has demonstrated robust performance and consistent guest satisfaction, reflecting Brisbane's strong market fundamentals and the group's strategic positioning in Australia. Located in the vibrant inner-city suburb of Woolloongabba, adjacent to the iconic Gabba Stadium, Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane features 110 contemporary rooms and suites designed for both short and extended stays. Each room includes a kitchenette with refrigerator and microwave. The hotel also offers pet-friendly accommodation, catering to a growing trend. ADVERTISEMENT Swiss-Kitchen™ Rooftop Restaurant & Bar, located on Level 12, provides panoramic views of the Brisbane skyline and Gabba Stadium. The rooftop venue serves a variety of breakfast, daytime, and evening options, while leisure facilities include an open-air plunge pool and fitness centre. Strategically situated near South Bank and the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, the hotel is well-positioned to cater to both leisure and corporate travellers. 'Reaching this six-month milestone is an important achievement for Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane. Brisbane is a growing hub for business, events, and tourism, and we are proud to contribute to the city's evolving hospitality landscape with a product that offers quality, flexibility, and value.' said Gavin M. Faull, Chairman and President of Swiss-Belhotel International. Brisbane continues to see a surge in travel demand. The city welcomed 8.8 million overnight visitors, spending AU$10.7 billion in the year ending June 2024. Brisbane Airport recorded 22.6 million passengers, reaching 95 percent of pre-pandemic levels, highlighting its recovery and popularity. Swiss-Belhotel Brisbane is part of Swiss-Belhotel International's portfolio in Australia and New Zealand. With a global presence spanning 20 countries and more than 150 hotels and projects, Swiss-Belhotel International remains committed to delivering internationally branded hospitality solutions. This commitment to excellence and innovation has earned the group notable industry recognition. In 2024, Swiss-Belhotel International received the Legacy Family Business Award Asia Pacific at the Family Business Association Excellence Awards, and the EY Entrepreneur of the Year – New Zealand Family Business Award, presented to Chairman and President Gavin M. Faull, honouring his visionary leadership and the brand's global success. Hashtag: #SwissBelhotelBrisbane #SwissBelhotelInternational #SwissBelhotel #SBEC #SBECBenefits #BrisbaneHotel #TheGabba #BrisbaneStay #BusinessAndLeisure #TravelQueensland The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
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First Post
27-06-2025
- Sport
- First Post
West Indian cricketer accused of sexual assault, rape by several women, was part of historic win in Australia: Report
Cricket West Indies meanwhile has refused to comment on reports of a member of the senior men's cricket team being accused of sexual assault and rape by at least 11 women. read more The West Indies men's cricket team in action on Day 2 of the first Test against Australia in Barbados. AP A member of the West Indian men's cricket team has been accused of several counts of rape, sexual assault and harassment, Caribbean news outlets have reported. According to Jamaica's SportsMax TV, the accused cricketer is Guyanese and is part of the current setup, and is facing accusations from no less than 11 women. No other details regarding the accused cricketer have been made public as yet, and a charge is yet to be filed against him. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The report by SportsMax TV also mentions multiple attempts to cover up the player's alleged actions. They have since reached out to Cricket West Indies (CWI), which has refused to comment on the matter so far. 'Cricket West Indies is unaware of the circumstances and, therefore, is not in a position to comment at this time,' CWI President Kishore Shallow told the Jamaican broadcaster. Accused cricketer was part of Gabba triumph SportsMax TV's coverage of the incident cites an article titled 'Monster in Maroon' was published on Guyanese newspaper Kaieteur News on Thursday. Rawle Toney, the author of the piece, alleges that action is yet to be taken by Guyanese authorities against the accused cricketer. 'The allegation was serious and credible. But like so many others, the story began to fade, not because it lacked truth, but because the system wore the survivor down,' read a line from the report. Lawyer Nigel Hughes, who was approached by one of the victims two years ago, appeared on SportsMax TV and further revealed that the accused cricketer was part of the West Indian squad that pulled off a stunning 8-run victory over Australia at The Gabba in January 2024. The player had received a 'hero's welcome' back home in Guyana after returning from Australia, Hughes added. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
