DMAW Lawyers attend the 2025 Australian Hotels Association SA Awards for Excellence

On behalf of DMAW Lawyers, Matthew Fisher, Callum Ritchie, Patrick Kerin, Irini Kourakis, Abby-Rose Hill and Samuel Kerr were pleased to attend the 2025 Australian Hotels Association SA Awards for Excellence.

This event celebrates the incredible quality of South Australian hotels, which continue to deliver world-class hospitality experiences.

The winners of the Best Overall Hotels included:

• The Arkaba Hotel, Best Overall Hotel – General Division Metropolitan
• The Loxton Hotel, Best Overall Hotel – General Division Country
• Mount Lofty House, Best Overall Hotel – Accommodation

All State winners are now automatically entered into the AHA National Awards, to be held in Queensland on Monday, 17 November 2025.

The entertainment for the night was provided by Australian Idol legend Ricki-Lee and her band, with Will Goodings from FIVEAA acting as Master of Ceremonies.

DMAW Lawyers congratulates the winners and nominees of the Awards for Excellence and for their continued contribution to South Australia's thriving hospitality industry.

We partner with hospitality businesses to help them grow, adapt, and thrive in a highly regulated and competitive environment. Whether you are a landlord, tenant, operator or licensee, we work with you to navigate the complex legal landscape and unlock opportunities across every part of your business.

Our clients span the full spectrum of the hospitality industry – from family-run venues and boutique wineries, to spirit producers, restaurants, and national operators of licensed premises. With this depth of experience, we provide commercial, practical advice tailored to your specific needs.

Find out more about how our expert hospitality team can help your business to thrive.