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Drive more direct bookings: Homhero announces partnership with Heads on Pillows
In recognition of the increased focus on direct bookings by our customers, Homhero is pleased to announce a partnership with digital marketing experts Heads On Pillows. Heads on Pillows offer deep Short Term Rental Accommodation expertise and focus on the following strategies to drive traffic to a property manager’s website – Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Generative Engine Optimisation …
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Five Game-Changing Features for Property Managers in Homhero’s Unified Inbox
Homhero’s Unified Inbox is a powerful tool designed to streamline communication for property managers, bringing all correspondence into one central hub. From guest inquiries to owner updates and cleaner messages, everything is accessible in one place. Let’s dive into five game-changing features that will help you get the most out of Homhero’s Unified Inbox. 1. …
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Homhero Appoints Craig McIntosh as Interim CEO
[Surfers Paradise, QLD] Homhero, Australia’s leading holiday rental management software solution for property managers, announces the appointment of Craig McIntosh as Interim Chief Executive Officer. Craig brings over 12 years of direct experience in the short-term rental accommodation industry to the role, including ownership of The Holidays Collection since May 2013, a portfolio of 300 …
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Vrbo Commissions to Exclude GST from 1st August 2025
From 1st of August 2025, Vrbo will no longer charge GST registered Australian or New Zealand short-term rental property managers GST on commissions for bookings made through the Vrbo platform. Homhero’s GST-registered customers now have the ability to add their GST ID directly in the Vrbo dashboard. Once this action is completed, any Vrbo bookings with …
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Everything You Need To Know About the ACT Short Stay Rental Levy
Disclosure: Whilst this article aims to provide informed guidance on this matter, reflective of the state of play at the time of writing, this article does not represent legal advice. Please refer to the ACT Revenue Office for the latest guidelines and seek your own independent legal advice. What is the ACT Short Stay Levy? …
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How flexible cancellation policies can boost visibility and increase bookings across Vrbo, Stayz, Bookabach and the wider Expedia Group network
In today’s travel landscape, one thing is clear: flexibility matters. More and more, guests are looking for peace of mind when they book, and that means knowing they won’t lose money if their plans change. If you’re still relying on strict cancellation terms, it might be time to reconsider. Here’s how adopting a more relaxed …
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Homhero Recognised as a Booking.com Premier Connectivity Partner for the 6th Year Running
We’re proud to announce that Homhero has once again been recognised as a Premier Connectivity Partner by Booking.com – marking our sixth consecutive year receiving this prestigious recognition. Premier Connectivity Partners are the top-tier providers in Booking.com’s Connectivity Partner Programme. This recognition is awarded only to those who offer the most advanced technology solutions, the …
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Victoria’s Short Stay Accommodation Levy | How Homhero Can Streamline Your Reporting Requirements
Victoria’s Short Stay Levy Act came into effect on 1 January 2025, imposing a levy on the booking fees paid for short stays in Victorian short term rental properties. The Act specifies that a short stay is a stay for a continuous period of less than 28 days. Any stay for a continuous period that …
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Homhero Recognised as Airbnb Preferred Partner
Airbnb’s 2025 list of preferred partners has been released and Homhero is delighted to be recognised as an Airbnb Preferred Partner! We’re genuinely honoured to be one of the select few to receive this status as a nod to the quality of service we provide. This prestigious program highlights top-performing property management software providers that …
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Queensland Tourism Business Digital Adaption Program 2025
Queensland’s Tourism Business Digital Adaption Program is back in 2025, and HomHero is proudly an approved provider. The TBDAP offers over 1,000 small and medium sized businesses a rebate of up to $2,500, plus free support to improve your digital capabilities. For new Homhero customers: This $2,500 rebate can be received for HomHero platform fees …
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