www.qualitytourism.com.au is an Australian Government funded site that is designed specifically for Australian tourism operators.  The Quality Tourism portal is an online gateway to all the business improvement information, and tools that operators need to improve their profitability, credibility and sustainability. There are three main sections of the portal designed to help businesses become more professional, sustainable and profitable. These are Business Improvement, Quality Systems and Success Stories. Restaurants, cafes and caterers can apply for accreditation on-line by following the links below.     What is Restaurant Accreditation? Recent research by Restaurant & Catering Australia has determined the skills necessary for operating a successful restaurant business. It is likely that you possess a number of these skills but may not have formal recognition for them. Restaurant & Catering Australia now provides restaurateurs with the opportunity to demonstrate that they are part of the ranks of professionals by helping them receive certification for their skills and subsequently allowing them to apply for accreditation for their individual businesses. The certification process will assist in setting an industry standard for 'Certified Professional Restaurateurs'. The letters CPR can be used after an individual's name. Once you are accredited, you can then apply to have your business accredited.   Become a Savour Australia Accredited Restaurant www.qualitytourism.com.au     What is Gold License Catering? Gold Licensing has established minimum standards for caterers in the areas of hygiene in food preparation, the quality of cooking personnel and management, the existence of appropriate Workers Compensation and Product & Public Liability insurance. All of these are potential problem areas for unsuspecting customers of fly-by-night businesses, and ensure that consumers are supplied with a quality product. Applying to be a Gold License Caterer www.qualitytourism.com.au

Restaurant Start-Up Toolbox Welcome to the most dynamic and vibrant industry in Australia, the restaurant and catering industry. The industry is not only dynamic but successful, with a global reputation for having the most outstanding dining experiences in the world. The industry’s success is matched by the leadership provided by the industry associations both nationally and on a State by State basis.    The Australian Government and Restaurant & Catering Australia, in a joint initiative, have put together a "Restaurant Start-Up Toolbox" that contains useful information on the industry you have entered. .   Finally, please do not hesitate to call your state Restaurant & Catering Association with any questions you may have about your business. Download an Application for Restaurateur Certification  Download an Application for Restaurant Accreditation  Download an E-Business Guide Book Download Association Publication Order Form Download a Restaurant Guide Application Form Download a copy of the Industry Action Agenda Download a Technology Roadmapping Flyer Download information on Superannuation benefits for you & your staff from HOSTPLUS Download information on Job Search - A free recruitment tool Download information about Mt Franklins Still & Lightly Sparkling Water *Unfortunatley there are no more toolboxes.

HOSTPLUS began in 1987 as the industry superannuation fund for the hospitality, tourism, recreation and leisure industries. Now, with the launch of Super Choice even more Australian workers can reap the rewards of our award winning super fund that’s run only to profit members. And they’re not the only ones to benefit. Employers do, too. Benefits for employers Because we’re an industry super fund, it’s our business to make super clear and easy for you as well as your employees. Here are just some of the benefits you can enjoy. • No fees. We don’t charge employers any fees when their employees invest their super with HOSTPLUS. Zip. Nil. Zero. • Simplified administration. We offer a range of flexible ways to provide contribution and payment details. We also offer a gateway facility that lets you contribute to multiple funds with a single payment. • Extra business benefits. As a HOSTPLUS employer, you can enjoy low cost business loans free of ongoing account keeping fees from Members Equity Bank plus a high interest business savings account. • Super assistance. We provide over-the-phone help, 8am – 8pm, Monday to Friday. With a HOSTPLUS office in every state, we can also provide local assistance, including worksite presentations. Benefits for employees As a fund that’s run to profit members, we not only strive to maximise our investment returns we also endeavour to make super as affordable as possible for your workers. • High returns. Our aim is to achieve strong investment returns. For instance, our Balanced option returned 14%, our Shares Plus option returned 14.6% and our Australian Shares option returned 24.3% for the year ended 30 June 2005. • Low fees. Because we don’t pay commissions to financial planners or shareholders we can keep our member fee at a low, fixed $1.50 a week plus investment expenses. • Extra member benefits. HOSTPLUS membership also includes access to our Additions program. It offers extra benefits such as discount travel and accommodation, low cost banking, reduced private health insurance rates plus affordable financial planning. • Great value insurance. Our members can also enjoy Death and Total & Permanent Disability Insurance Cover as well as Salary Continuance Insurance Cover at affordable wholesale prices. Next steps For full, up-to-date details about being a HOSTPLUS employer and an application, simply call or visit us online for more information or a copy of our latest HOSTPLUS Employer Guide Product Disclosure Statement. Call 1300 363 895 8am - 8pm, Monday - Friday or visit www.hostplus.com.au