This week's 5 Star Weekly briefing highlights recent developments, investments, and trends in the Australian and New Zealand hotel industry. Recent activity includes new hotel openings and expansions by groups like Minor Hotels and Club Wyndham, alongside significant acquisitions and investments, such as Amora Hotels' purchase of the Hilton Adelaide. The briefing also highlights important industry trends, focusing on the increasing adoption of sustainability measures by major players like Accor and Ascott's partnership with Foodbank Australia. Finally, the report notes new appointments within hotel management and discusses the transformative impact of technology on the future of travel and tourism.