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End of an era as Lobby closes; assets up for grabs on Allbids
Friday, 27 January 2017 | Hariestu W
The Lobby restaurant in Parkes (in the National Rose Gardens of Old Parliament House) and its sister cafe, Porkbarrel, have closed, and more than $300,000 worth of shop fit-out, including tables, chairs, glassware, crockery and catering equipment are being auctioned unreserved on Allbids.
The iconic main restaurant first opened in 1968, and has since become one of the most well-known fine dining and function locations in Canberra.
A former staff member who contacted us said, “It’s very sad. The restaurant was just two years away from turning 50, and it’s seen many significant events in its time – including playing host to hundreds of weddings over the years.”
The owner was unable to comment on the closure of the restaurant for
legal reasons but said, “The business is very confident that all
entitlements and accounts will be finalised with the proceeds of the
auction.”
The owner was also hopeful that a long-running dispute with the
landlord, the National Capital Authority, was close to settlement too.
Any funds received in such a settlement would be used to pay entitlements, the owner said.
“As an ethical business person I just want to ensure that every staff
member receives all of their entitlements, and that’s what auctioning
off the assets will help us do.”
Rob Evans, CEO of Allbids, says, “It’s the end of a Canberra era. It
was the only restaurant of its kind and has been around for longer than
new Parliament House. The owners have worked really hard to keep it
open, but it seems it’s no longer possible.
“We have everything on sale unreserved until Monday at 7pm. There is
over $300,000 worth of shop fit-out, including tables, chairs, almost
brand-new glassware, plates, catering equipment and more.”
To see what’s available or to make a bid, head to Allbids.com.au
This article was first published at The RiotACT Website https://the-riotact.com/end-of-an-era-as-lobby-closes-assets-up-for-grabs-on-allbids/193843
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