Victorian Holiday and Short Stay Industry Group
Holiday Shacks and three other concerned short stay accommodation business operators have recently formed the Victorian Holiday and Short Stay Industry Group - http://www.vicshortstay.com.au/
We would encourage you to become a member of this group if you are a Victorian property manager and / or short stay accommodation provider. Please read the below information disseminated to Property Owners and Managers in Victoria today.
Short Stay Accommodation in Victoria is under threat, 17 November 2011
The City of Melbourne is discussing the idea of shutting down the short stay accommodation industry.
As a result, four concerned Victorian short-stay accommodation providers have formed the VicShortStay Industry Group with the hopes of creating a group large enough to self-regulate itself. You can join the group at www.vicshortstay.com.au
The Industry Group believes that, when property managers are not managing their guests properly, local councils have nowhere to refer complaints to, and, in frustration, are turning to legal channels to try and shut down the entire industry.
The Industry Group believes that rather than shutting down the industry, the industry should promote responsible self-regulation to ensure short stay accommodation is provided in accordance with community accepted standards.
The Industry Group's objectives are:
- To encourage the adoption of a Code of Conduct for short stay property managers
- To provide networking opportunities for members wanting to collaborate and share costs on key issues such as legal challenges, enabling representation by a consistent expert panel of professionals bringing consistency of message to all stakeholders
- To promote the Industry Group to PR/Media to ensure we have a voice
- To give local council, building managers and concerned long term residents a channel for reporting complaints
- To tackle rogue operators to ensure the ongoing viability of the short stay accommodation sector
For more information go to www.vicshortstay.com.au
Holiday Shacks showcases another luxury holiday house on TV Travel Show
Koonya Retreat in Blairgowrie reknown for it's spectacular Mornington Peninsula bay and ocean views and luxury holiday living across 6 bedrooms, recently premiered on Channel Nine's Postcards Victorian Travel Show. To watch this segment, click here and select Episode 29.
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What do Holiday Shacks and an Australian Sporting legend have in common?
Watch Postcards, Channel 9 this Sunday 1 May 2011 at 5.30pm to find out more...
Postcards is a Victorian-based travel program. Join the Postcards team as they uncover one of Holiday Shacks fantastic holiday destinations.
Missed the episode? Watch it here. Click on this link and go to the tab "Postcards" and scroll to Episode 12: Kanangra and Via Battisti
Enjoy this Great Escape! We look forward to your comments on our facebook page.
Mornington Peninsula will have better weather than Queensland according to weather expert
Holidaymakers in Australia will prefer the beaches of Victoria instead of Queensland, with more tropical "resort style" temperatures expected to attract more people in the coming years. Among some of the hot spots named was the glorious Mornington Peninsula, host to some of Victoria's 5 star holiday homes in paradise. Read more
Holiday Shacks helping those who have lost their homes - Flooding in Queensland Relief Fund
In many ways we are all affected by the flash flood disaster in Queensland. Holiday Shacks 1300 number is currently experiencing some communication difficulties due to the natural disaster in Queensland. We suggest that you direct all phone enquiries this week to 0403 036 838 or email us directly at enquiries@holidayshacks.com.au
Holiday Shacks launches an appeal to help those who have lost their homes in Queenslands worst natural flooding disaster
Holiday Shacks has launched an appeal to help Queenslanders affected by the recent floods. Many communities have been devastated. Some families have lost everything they own.
You can help make a difference by deducting a nominated amount from your next booking or by contacting us directly to discuss your donation. Holiday Shacks will be contributing directly to the relief fund. Keep your eye on this page (or bookmark it) to monitor our donation to this worthy cause or contact us on 0403 036 838 or email us directly at enquiries@holidayshacks.com.au
All donations will be forwarded to the Queensland Premiers Flood Relief Appeal. For more information on this appeal please visit Premier’s Disaster Relief Appeal Website at http://www.qld.gov.au/floods/donate.html
We thank you in anticipation for your kind donation and hope that our efforts are able to contribute in some small way to those who have been effected by this devastating natural disaster.
Real Shacks for Real Weddings
Romance at the top end in a Love Shack!
Real Weddings spotted us as a Real Highlight for your Wedded Bliss. Choose one of our 5 star Love Shacks for your special day or indulge in a 5 star honeymoon destination. Read all about at Real Weddings.
Introducing luxurious in-house spa treatments
Add this to your Luxury Getaway 'Must Do' List - A luxurious in-house spa treatment. We are chuffed with our latest service. Contact us now for our new Inhouse Spa Menu.
Holiday Shacks voted one of the best quick breaks around Australia
'Holiday Life' The Age Sunday Life August 2010 Magazine recently voted Holiday Shacks as the perfect recipe for a getaway with friends with 'scores' of spacious houses close to places of interest on Mornington Peninsula. Thank you Holiday Life!
Holiday Shacks is tweeting on Twitter
We’re now on Twitter! Follow us for fabulous tips and ideas on how to make your getaway utterly unforgettable, plus exclusive offers.
