Newcastle Tourism has celebrated the “best of the best” in the region at the 2025 Newcastle Hospitality & Tourism Awards, with Hunt Hospitality taking two top honours.

In the heart of Hamilton, The Kent Hotel stands as a testament to time, a landmark that has witnessed a century of change. This year, The Kent celebrates its 100th birthday, a milestone that highlights its rich history and enduring presence in our community.

Hunt Hospitality has become one of more than 2,200 organisations that have made a formal commitment to reconciliation by completing its first Reconciliation Action Plan, (RAP) which has been endorsed by Reconciliation Australia.

The Kent Hotel, a cherished landmark in the heart of Hamilton, is set to embark on an exciting new chapter with the announcement of renovations to its main bar and the launch of a new upstairs venue, Veranda Bar.

Over the next three months, Hunt Hospitality will be introducing menu specials at its pubs that use traditional native ingredients.

Nelson Bay’s beloved Seabreeze Hotel has not long emerged from a makeover, paying homage to its heritage while bringing touches of modernity.

Hunt Hospitality has recently launched the start of its Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), a journey marked by a commitment to embrace Indigenous culture, art, and unity.

Maitland’s Imperial Hotel staff member Kethana Atkins goes above and beyond and her actions haven’t gone unnoticed.

Seabreeze Hotel’s head chef Geraldine Roque has been named as a finalist for culinary excellence in the prestigious Australian Hotels Association Awards 2023.

If the walls of The Kent Hotel in Hamilton could speak, just think of the stories they could tell.

In March of this year, northern NSW-based hospitality group Hunt Hospitality embarked on a journey to connect with local Indigenous communities as part of its Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

Stephen Hunt, managing director of Hunt Hospitality and the 2021 NSW Business Leader of the Year, has collaborated with TAFE NSW and the University of Newcastle to create a new hospitality management degree in line with what the industry is looking for in its next generation of leaders.

If you had an investment property worth a million dollars, you’d take good care of it.

Dad-of-five Stephen Hunt had to scrabble together the money to buy his local pub – these days his life looks very different.

Quick and easy things that increase a business’ value by Stephen J. Hunt

There’s no denying the power of social media for helping your business build connections online, but when it comes to connecting and engaging with your local community, face-to-face is where it’s at, writes Stephen J. Hunt, author and founder of Hunt Hospitality.

These tips could help you better manage busy periods while getting more from the quiet times.

Hunt Hospitality founder Stephen Hunt has launched a new book that explores his journey to building a 100m pub empire and investment fund.

Presenters and panelists will not be shying away from the tough topics at this year’s Pub Leaders Summit which is being held in Doltone House Darling Island in Pyrmont, Sydney on April 4.

Hunt Hospitality has edged out several large companies to be placed second in the 2021 AFR BOSS top five innovations in the retail, hospitality, tourism and entertainment category.

Hunter hotelier Stephen Hunt has been named Business Leader of the Year in 2021 by Business NSW.

These are the 2021 AFR BOSS top five innovations in the retail, hospitality, tourism and entertainment category.

Hunt Hospitality has been honoured as one of Australia and New Zealand’s Most Innovative Companies, ranking second on the Retail, Hospitality Tourism and Entertainment list.

New Lambton’s historic Duke of Wellington has sold for $16 million to Sydney-based hotel group Reklaw Hotels.

Hunt Hospitality is re-inventing the hospitality game by flying home from Laos, internationally renowned Australian Executive Chef, Troy Medynski to join their team.

Not so long ago, it was almost impossible to find vegan options on a pub menu.

Times have changed.

Pub goers will be “dancing in the streets” – or in venues – over the announcement that dance floors can reopen in venues from Monday.

As venues in New South Wales will be able to host one person per every two square metres in outdoor spaces from tomorrow, publicans react to the news and discuss what other measures would improve trade for their businesses.

Hunt Hospitality operates a suite of pubs in the NSW central coast region. Front man Stephen Hunt is known for his proactive approach to staff management and thus far hasn’t had any difficulty getting sufficient numbers. The group reports while the environment has certainly brought pressures, the team has been “really responsive” to inclusion in the ongoing communication.

A year ago, Hunt Hospitality began a mental health initiative for its employees that subsidises confidential counselling sessions.

Pub commandant Stephen Hunt has tempted Newcastle region locals to Shoot Your Local, offering $5,000 cash for capturing the heart of Hunter pubs.

As Stephen Hunt’s plans for his venues have grown, he’s turned to alternate sources of funding for his business ventures – with great results.

The dynamic Hunt Hospitality has agreed to sale of its large-format Lakeside Village Tavern at Raymond Terrace, to the growing stable under Nicholas Quinn.

Managing Director Stephen & Fidelma Hunt create a concept for local photographer#s ‘Shoot your local’ – One of Australia’s biggest photography prizes. Across the Summer season patrons of The Duke will be able to embrace local talent as their work goes on display before the winner is announced.

Read the latest on the Hunt Hospitality fundraising front with Pubtic.