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Fifty Group Takes Over Statesman Hotel | Australia News
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- Sep 19, 2026
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- 98
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Summary
A new chapter begins for Canberra’s iconic Statesman Hotel as interstate investor Fifty Group takes the reins, honoring its political legacy while upgrading its facilities for a vibrant future. Once owned by the late Gary O’Donnell and his family, the hotel—recently refreshed with murals celebrating Canberra’s political icons—now faces no major redevelopment under zoning constraints. Fifty Group, already expanding in the ACT with the Garden City Hotel, sees itself as stewards of history, pledging to enhance guest experiences and community connections without losing the venue’s unique character. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/9352926/the-statesman-hotel-sold-to-fifty-group-after-year-long-talks/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d12ea26e87dc33a1 Report issues to [email protected].