RB Radio

If you want to learn more about the accommodation sector, you can explore Quest Apartment Hotels: https://www.questapartments.com.au In this new episode, Trudy sits down with Damien and Judy Kennedy to unpack the real drivers of motel performance, from rebuilding failing properties to creating loyal repeat corporate guests. Three decades of experience reveal one truth: the operators who care, win....

If you want to learn more about the accommodation sector, you can explore Quest Apartment Hotels: https://www.questapartments.com.au Success in motels isn’t about shortcuts, it’s about urgency, fundamentals, and relationships that stand the test of time. In this new episode, Trudy sits with Damien and Judy Kennedy to unpack three decades of motel experience, from their first Emerald property to bu...

If you want to learn more about the accommodation sector, you can explore Quest Apartment Hotels: https://www.questapartments.com.au In this new episode, Trudy Crooks sits down with motelier and content creator Alex Mengual to explore the real decisions, pressures and opportunities inside regional accommodation, from rate strategy and OTAs to choosing the right property and running it with intenti...

If you want to learn more about the accommodation sector, you can explore Quest Apartment Hotels: https://www.questapartments.com.au In this episode, Trudy sits down with Mark O’Shea to unpack the realities of running multiple properties through Covid, navigating greenfield openings, managing landlord relationships, and building TKC, a charity that sends every donated dollar directly to families i...

If you want to learn more about the accommodation sector, you can explore Quest Apartment Hotels: https://www.questapartments.com.au In this episode, Trudy sits down with David Toomey to unpack why he believes the motel sector offers one of the strongest risk‑return profiles in Australia. From his private equity background and a $2.1B NASDAQ listing to building a national motel fund, David breaks...

Looking to buy your next hotel, motel, caravan park, or management rights? Work with the brokers who meet with Australia’s leading operators every week. Explore exclusive listings and deals backed by decades of on-the-ground experience: https://www.resortbrokers.com.au/ In this Episode, Trudy sits down with Carla and Liam to unpack the 40-year brand journey of Resort Brokers and why they decided i...

Looking to buy your next hotel, motel, caravan park, or management rights? Work with the brokers who meet with Australia’s leading operators every week. Explore exclusive listings and deals backed by decades of on-the-ground experience: https://www.resortbrokers.com.au/ In this episode of Resort Brokers Radio, Trudy and Josh delve into part two of their groundbreaking motel report, a decade-long s...

Looking to buy your next hotel, motel, caravan park, or management rights? Work with the brokers who meet with Australia’s leading operators every week. Explore exclusive listings and deals backed by decades of on-the-ground experience: https://www.resortbrokers.com.au/ In this episode of Resort Brokers Radio, hosts Trudy and Josh are joined by Jordan and Ryan to unpack insights from the first-eve...

Looking to buy your next hotel, motel, caravan park, or management rights? Work with the brokers who meet with Australia’s leading operators every week. Explore exclusive listings and deals backed by decades of on-the-ground experience: https://www.resortbrokers.com.au/ In this episode of Resort Brokers Radio, hosts Trudy and Josh dive into the insights from their first-ever motel report. They dis...

Looking to buy your next hotel, motel, caravan park, or management rights? Work with the brokers who meet with Australia’s leading operators every week. Explore exclusive listings and deals backed by decades of on-the-ground experience: https://www.resortbrokers.com.au/ In this episode of Resort Brokers Radio, host Trudy welcomes back her co-host Nathan, who shares insights from his successful tra...

Looking to buy your next hotel, motel, caravan park, or management rights? Work with the brokers who meet with Australia’s leading operators every week. Explore exclusive listings and deals backed by decades of on-the-ground experience: https://www.resortbrokers.com.au/ In this episode of Resort Brokers Radio, host Trudy welcomes John from Mandala Hotels and Resorts, who previously worked with Ass...

Looking to buy your next hotel, motel, caravan park, or management rights? Work with the brokers who meet with Australia’s leading operators every week. Explore exclusive listings and deals backed by decades of on-the-ground experience: https://www.resortbrokers.com.au/ In this exciting episode of RB Radio, hosts Frank and returning guest Winston, and co-host Chenoa delve into the complexities of...

Looking to buy your next hotel, motel, caravan park, or management rights? Work with the brokers who meet with Australia’s leading operators every week. Explore exclusive listings and deals backed by decades of on-the-ground experience: https://www.resortbrokers.com.au/ In this episode of RB Radio, hosts Frank Matus and Trudy Crooks dive into the dynamic world of the accommodation industry, discus...

If you're looking to bring expertise, high-quality networks, and four decades of experience to your next deal, contact us: https://www.resortbrokers.com.au/contact/contact-us/ In this episode of RB Radio, hosts Frank and Trudy, together with Trent Pevy, explore one of the most critical foundations of the accommodation industry: the lease. From motels and hotels to caravan parks, the landlord-tenan...

In this episode of RB Radio, hosts Frank and Trudy are joined by David Ridgway, General Manager of Franchising at Quest Apartment Hotels, to explore one of the most successful franchise models in the accommodation industry. Often described as the “McDonald’s of hotels,” Quest has spent nearly four decades refining a business format franchise that delivers consistency, community engagement, and sol...

In this episode of RB Radio, host Frank and Alex are joined by special guest Sam Hodgetts, partner at McAdam Siemon Business Advisors. Together, they unpack the evolving challenges in Queensland’s accommodation sector, including the decline in high-density developments and the growing pressure of the housing shortage. The conversation highlights why management rights are becoming more vital than e...

In this episode of RB Radio, hosts Frank and co-host Alex dive into the exciting world of the accommodation industry, featuring Paul Grant and Cameron Wicking from Mike Phipps Finance. Together, they explore the growing trend of using finance brokers for securing both home loans and commercial financing, and why having access to multiple options and personalized service can make all the difference...

In this episode of RB Radio, hosts Frank and Alex welcome a special guest—John Mahoney, Founding Partner at Mahoney's Lawyers and a respected voice in the management rights industry. Together, they explore the essential role of communication and relationship-building in the accommodation sector, offering practical insights on how operators can better serve both clients and communities. From the sh...

In this episode of RB Radio, Frank Matus chats with two key leaders in the management rights industry, Alex Cook, Director of Resort Brokers and ARAMA, and Trevor Rawnsley, CEO of ARAMA (Australian Resident Accommodation Managers Association). Together, they unpack the very real, very personal side of management rights and why visibility, relationships, and service delivery are everything. You’ll...

In this episode, Frank, Trudy, and Josh dive deep into the ever-changing world of the accommodation industry! From the latest market trends to insider tips, we unpack how data-driven strategies, rising domestic tourism, and interest rates are shaping the future! Plus, get expert advice on what it takes to succeed in this booming sector. Key insights include: -The importance of understanding income...

In this episode of RB Radio, hosts Frank and Trudy are joined by special guest Craig Southee, Regional General Manager at CT Connections, as they delve into the dynamic world of the Australian accommodation industry, exploring its impressive $7 billion turnover across Australia and New Zealand. Together, they discuss the growing impact of artificial intelligence on corporate travel and how it’s tr...

In this episode of Resort Brokers Radio, hosts Frank and Trudy are joined by special guest Brendan Tutt as they dive deep into the accommodation industry. Together, they discuss everything from market trends to personal success stories, all while emphasising the importance of viewing the business through the lens of community and the human aspect. This is especially crucial when managing people’s...

In this episode of RB Radio, hosts Frank, Trudy, and Josh are joined by a special guest, Dr Diaswati (Asti) Mardiasmo, Chief Economist at PRD Real Estate, to discuss the ongoing debates surrounding the funding and infrastructure of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. They dive into the $7.1 billion Intergovernmental Agreement and question whether this expenditure is justified, given the pressing community...

In this episode of RB Radio, hosts Frank and Trudy, together with guest Curtis Browning, dive into the often-overlooked world of management rights, a $9.4 billion industry. They explore the unique nature of management rights, where operators manage their own businesses while simultaneously serving the interests of lot owners. Key insights include: The people-centric nature of the management rights...

In this episode of RB Radio, hosts Frank and Trudy welcome special guest Irfan Kureshi from Infinite Finance Solutions. They delve into the intricacies of the motel industry, discussing how Irfan got into the motel game and the financial advantages it offers, such as free living and strong cash flow supported by banks. Irfan emphasizes the importance of operational integrity in the motoring indust...