Australian Leisure and Hospitality (ALH) is a leader in the hospitality industry. With more than 350 pubs in communities across the country, we’re in the business of creating pub experiences locals love.
We started with just one pub, and since then, we’ve grown to 350 (and counting). From the six o’clock swill era right through to the age of digitalisation, we’ve got a 50-year rich history in the ever-evolving industry of hospitality.
Our patchwork recognises the uniqueness and individuality of each of our pubs. No two are the same, with each standing alone in their personality and history. As custodians of these pubs, we champion the individuality of each one across the country. No matter if it opened its doors last week or last century, the character of each pub is different, in that it is built by the characters of the community around it.
We're united by our passion for hospitality and creating moments and memories for our guests, every day. We're atmosphere creators, five senses influencers and we bring together the energy of the pub. There's an indescribable energy you feel when you're in a pub. It’s the people, the voices, the food, the entertainment, the space, and so much more that creates this intangible magic.
Here's cheers to creating pub experiences locals love.
At Merivale, we aim to bring a little magic into the everyday. We are driven to deliver unique and memorable experiences to every person who steps into one of our venues.
Owned and run by the Hemmes family for over 60 years, Merivale began as an iconic fashion house started by John and Merivale Hemmes. Merivale’s fashionable beginnings were soon followed by a venture into hospitality, opening a Thai tea café within their Sydney CBD fashion building in 1970. From here, Merivale’s hospitality roots were firmly planted.
Merivale is now led by CEO Justin Hemmes, whose creativity and knack for pushing the boundaries has made Merivale what it is today. Hemmes has become a pioneer within the Australian hospitality industry, growing the ever-expanding Merivale portfolio to over 90 brands and venues.
Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions are Australia and NZ's largest home renovation company with over 75 office across both countries. Now in their 10th year of operation, Smith & Sons are the trusted authority in the residential home renovation sector.
Smith & Sons are professional renovation builders who carry out quality home and commercial renovations, from concept to completion, on time and to budget. Their holistic approach to home renovations means they cover every aspect of the renovation - from initial designs to plans and construction, making the process simple and seamless.
Smith & Sons also provide a solid business opportunity for builders wanting to get off the tools and run their own professional renovation business. We provide the systems, tools and strategies to grow any renovation business into a professional, profitable business.