About Us
The Australian Hotels Association (NSW) is a political lobby group seeking change for the benefit of the hotel industry. The AHA (NSW) builds its strength by maintaining:
- Strong personal links with Government and Opposition members at State, Federal and local Government levels;
- A strong media profile with a professional public relations campaign; and
- A corporate image program for today’s modern hotel.
The many other services we offer to members (only) include:
Maintaining effective working relationships with Government and Opposition in relation to key industry issues;
Co-operating in industry programs such as the underage drinking awareness program and act as a good corporate citizen on behalf of members;
Liaising with industry suppliers to bring the best possible deals to members;
Researching and advising on a range of legal and industrial relations matters concerning hoteliers;
Offering the only insurance policy specifically designed for hotels;
Conducting seminars and training courses on relevant and topical issues;
Providing a forum for hoteliers to meet and discuss ideas and concerns;
Circulating industry developments and news through our monthly magazine Hotel News, a weekly online newsletter, bulletins, reports and meetings;
Monitoring social and community issues – problem gambling, responsible service of alcohol, workplace matters and smoking to name a few.
The AHA (NSW) also provides the opportunity for industry suppliers to become Associate Members or Sponsors.
Our Mission Statement
“The AHA (NSW) aims to be the leading hotel and hospitality industry association providing leadership and a responsible approach in representing the interests of members and other stakeholders to the Government and community.
The AHA (NSW) aims to provide cost effective support to the industry in promoting professional and ethical business standards and management practice and in developing industry market opportunities.”
The Australian Hotels Association (NSW) Executive and Council
New South Wales is divided into various Sub-Branches from which one member is elected Delegate. Each Delegate is required to attend bi-monthly meetings of the State Council of the AHA (NSW), which is the governing body of the Association. Delegates return to their regions to conduct Sub-Branch meetings to inform local hoteliers of issues discussed and matters, which have arisen from the Council Meeting.
From the Council Delegates, an Executive Committee or Board is elected which meets every month. The Executive consists of the President, two Senior Vice-Presidents (one General Division, one Accommodation Division), Vice-President, Secretary/Treasurer, three elected country Delegates and three elected metropolitan Delegates. All these positions are voluntary and are held by hoteliers dedicated to successfully steering the hotel industry of New South Wales into the future.
2010/2011 AHA (NSW) Executive Members
President: Scott Leach
Senior Vice-President: Lyn Humphreys
Senior Vice-President (Accommodation Division): Peter Tudehope
Vice-President: Patrick Gurr
Treasurer: Colin Waller
Metropolitan: Paul Dirou, Kim Maloney, Phillip Webster
Country: Peter Harris, Andrew Rendall, Rolly de With
Chief Executive Officer: Paul Nicolaou
Accommodation Division Representative: George Bedwani
Scott Leach
Paul Nicolaou
