For boutique accommodation, hotels, and resorts, these delays can create a domino effect of unfinished rooms, inconsistent standards, and disappointed guests.

At Interior Images, we offer a simple solution: a range of Australian-made amenities, backed by local warehousing and reliable stock availability. Choosing locally made products doesn’t just support Australian businesses, it’s a strategic choice that helps hospitality operators protect their guest experience, meet critical deadlines, and contribute to their sustainability goals.

Here’s why Australian-made amenities make good business sense in today’s climate.

Faster, More Predictable Delivery

When you source amenities from overseas, you’re at the mercy of global shipping schedules, custom delays, and long lead times. With Australian-made products, you’re working within a local distribution network, meaning shorter lead times, fewer delays, and more predictable delivery. Interior Images supports this with local warehouse facilities, ensuring key product lines are ready for quick dispatch when you need them.

What this means for you:

You can plan ahead with confidence, avoiding last-minute shortages, keep rooms guest-ready, and meet critical opening or refurbishment deadlines with confidence.

Consistent Stock, Consistent Guest Experience

Guests notice when things change, especially when the quality or presentation of amenities varies from stay to stay. With Australian manufacturing and local stock management, we offer consistency across every delivery.

What this means for you:

You can maintain the same level of comfort and presentation across all your rooms and properties, no matter the season or supply pressures.

Support Local, Build Resilience

Hospitality thrives on local experience and that includes what you stock behind the scenes. Every time you choose Australian-made amenities, you support manufacturing, ethical production, and a more resilient supply chain.

What this means for you:

You’re not just sourcing smarter, you’re contributing to the strength of local industry, which matters to both guests and procurement teams increasingly focused on sustainability and ethics.

Lower Freight Risk and Environmental Impact

Reducing reliance on overseas freight doesn’t just lower risk, it also reduces emissions. By sourcing amenities locally, you can cut down on your carbon footprint and align with your property’s broader sustainability goals.

What this means for you:

You can promote local and eco-conscious sourcing as part of your brand’s environmental credentials, which is a growing factor in guest satisfaction and brand trust.

Premium Quality, Made for Hospitality

Australian-made doesn’t mean compromise, in fact, our locally produced amenities meet high safety, quality, and formulation standards, with packaging and presentation to match your guest expectations.

What this means for you:

Guests enjoy a high-quality experience, while your team has confidence in the safety, performance, and visual appeal of every product.

Trusted Australian Brands, Curated for Hospitality

We proudly supply a curated range of Australian-made brands, including; Salus, Orana, Serendipity, Urban Rituelle, Global Nomads, and Two Good Co. These brands are selected not only for their exceptional quality and presentation, but also for their alignment with values that matter – sustainability, ethical production, and a commitment to wellness. Each offers a unique guest experience, from spa-inspired formulations to socially conscious impact-driven products, all developed and manufactured in Australia.

Create a Better Guest Experience Without the Supply Chain Stress

If you’ve been managing inconsistent supply or dealing with costly delays, now is the time to simplify your procurement process.

At Interior Images, we’re ready to support you with a trusted range of Australian-made guest amenities, locally stocked and ready when you are. Whether you operate a boutique hotel or a large-scale resort, we help you deliver comfort, consistency, and care, without the logistical headaches.

Reach out to request samples or talk to our team today.

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Every touchpoint, plush bathrobes and bespoke skincare, shapes how guests perceive a property’s quality. The best hotels know that the details—especially luxury hotel amenities—are what elevate an ordinary stay into an exceptional experience.

Interior Images specialise in premium hotel amenities designed to enhance guest comfort, align with brand identity, and meet sustainability goals. Our curated collection ensures that hotels across Australia and New Zealand deliver exceptional, high-end experiences with thoughtfully designed products.

Tailored Luxury: Custom Hotel Amenities for Every Property

No two hotels are alike. A boutique retreat in Byron Bay has different needs from a luxury resort in Sydney or a five-star lodge in the Whitsundays. We collaborate with hoteliers, general managers, and procurement teams to provide:

✔️ Bespoke hotel toiletries with signature scents
✔️ Eco-friendly slippers, robes, and linens
✔️ High-end dispenser systems for sustainability
✔️ Locally sourced, artisan amenities

“Luxury is in each detail.” – Hubert de Givenchy

“Our guests always comment on the little luxuries—plush robes, luxury bathroom amenities, even the scent of the shampoo. Those details matter. They’re what guests remember and what keeps them coming back.” – David L, Hotel Manager

Sustainable Luxury: Eco-Friendly Hotel Amenities in Australia

Today’s guests expect sustainable luxury— but they want indulgence without compromise. We help hotels achieve this by offering:

🌱 Biodegradable slippers and robes

🌱 Refillable dispensers to reduce plastic waste

🌱 Vegan, cruelty-free, and locally made hotel toiletries

Crystalbrook Collection, known for its “Responsible Luxury” ethos, has set the standard in sustainable hotel amenities by eliminating single-use plastics and prioritising refillable dispensers. Their approach proves that luxury and sustainability go hand in hand.

Seamless Supply: Reliable Luxury Hotel Amenities in Australia

Curating the right guest experience isn’t just about selecting high-quality products—it’s about ensuring they arrive on time, every time. Interior Images provides a seamless supply chain, ensuring hotels across Australia and New Zealand receive their amenities efficiently. From consultation to delivery, we make the process effortless so that hotels can focus on what matters most—welcoming and delighting their guests.

“Reliable supply is everything in this industry. With Interior Images, we never have to worry about running out of key amenities. Their support and service are second to none.” – James W, Procurement director

Standing Out in a Competitive Market

The best hotels aren’t just places to stay—they are experiences in themselves. Guests expect more than just comfort; they seek something memorable that aligns with their values. By investing in premium, sustainable, and customised hotel amenities, properties can create the kind of experience that keeps guests returning.

At Interior Images, we believe that exceptional hospitality starts with the details. Whether it’s a luxurious spa-inspired bathroom setup, a signature in-room scent, or sustainable solutions that align with eco-conscious values, we are here to help hotels craft experiences that truly stand out.

Connect with Us to Elevate Your Guest Experience

Discover our exclusive collection of luxury hotel amenities, meticulously crafted to enhance every stay. Our portfolio embodies elegance, quality, and innovation, from premium formulations to sustainable, design-led essentials.

Contact our team today to explore how we can curate the perfect amenity selection for your property.

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At Interior Images we remain committed to supporting these initiatives by offering eco-friendly solutions that enhance guest experiences while minimising environmental impact. We have expanded our range beyond high-quality dispenser systems with trusted skincare brands to include a wider selection of products, such as biodegradable slippers and reduced-plastic dry amenities. As an Australian-owned business, we are growing our range of Australian-made hotel amenities and sustainable hotel amenities to ensure our clients can offer high-quality, locally sourced products that support their environmental goals. With these new eco-friendly offerings, we help hotels align with their sustainability initiatives while appealing to the increasing number of environmentally conscious travellers.

By choosing eco-friendly hotel products manufactured in Australia, hotels can significantly reduce their carbon footprint whilst supporting local industries. Integrating these sustainable practices and products allows hotels to lower emissions while providing guests with exceptional, responsible hospitality experiences.

Let’s explore how some of the world’s leading hotel brands are taking action to create a greener future.

Crystalbrook Collection: Pioneering Sustainable Luxury with Responsible Luxury

Crystalbrook Collection is an Australian hospitality group known for its commitment to sustainable luxury, or “Responsible Luxury.” They have taken significant steps to reduce their environmental impact, particularly in waste reduction and plastic elimination. Their hotels feature 100% waste-free bathrooms, replacing single-use plastics with biodegradable or recyclable alternatives. They also use reusable glass water bottles instead of plastic, preventing over 375,000 plastic bottles from entering landfills annually.

Additionally, they have switched to large pump amenity bottles, eliminating around 1.9 million small plastic toiletry bottles each year. Their dining practices emphasise sustainability, with a “Climate Calories” initiative that highlights locally sourced and sustainably grown ingredients, and food waste composting programs that divert up to 105 kilograms of waste daily.

Accor Group: Pioneering Sustainable Hospitality

Accor has implemented a comprehensive sustainability strategy focusing on three key pillars:

Stay: Reinforcing Sustainable Hotel Operations. Accor ensures its hotels are designed with sustainability in mind from the outset and transforms their operations by optimising waste management, energy, and water consumption. The group has committed to eliminating single-use plastics in guest experiences by the end of 2025.

Eat: Embracing a Sustainable Food Chain. Serving over 200 million meals annually, Accor is transforming its supply chain to source food more responsibly, preserve biodiversity, and reduce environmental impact. Initiatives include reducing food waste and offering guests more organic, local, and seasonal options.

Explore: Promoting the Local Ecosystem and New Ways of Travelling. Accor strives to preserve each destination’s natural ecosystem and local culture by actively protecting the local environment and cultural heritage. The group encourages green mobility and inspires guests to contribute positively to the destinations they visit.

Marriott International: Setting Industry Standards with Serve 360 Goals

Marriott Hotels sustainability and social impact platform, ‘Serve 360’ goals are among the most ambitious in the hotel industry. By 2025, the company aims to:

• Certify 100% of its hotels to a recognised sustainability standard.
• Achieve LEED certification or equivalent for 650 hotels in development.

Since 2016, Marriott has successfully reduced carbon intensity by 20.3% and energy intensity by 9.8%, demonstrating that sustainability can align with business success.

Crown Resorts: Leading the Charge with CROWNEARTH

Crown Resorts have launched CROWNEARTH, an environmental sustainability program focusing on energy, waste, and water management. Over the past five years, Crown has reduced total greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 35,000 tonnes and lowered emissions intensity per area by 28%. Their Recycle90 Program has diverted approximately 68,000 tonnes of waste from landfill since 2015.

1 Hotels: Redefining Hospitality with Nature-Inspired Sustainability

1 Hotels is a hospitality brand that places sustainability at the core of its operations, striving to create a harmonious relationship between luxury and environmental responsibility. Each property is designed to reflect and preserve the natural environment and culture of its setting, ensuring that development enhances rather than detracts from the locale. A testament to this commitment is that all 1 Hotels are either LEED or BREEAM certified, or are in the process of obtaining such certifications, underscoring their dedication to sustainable building practices. We look forward to welcoming them to Melbourne in 2025.

The Bigger Picture: Are Hotels Doing Enough?

While many hotel chains are making significant strides toward sustainability, the industry as a whole still has a long way to go. A 2025 report found that while 90% of hotels have carbon reduction plans, only 6.1% currently rely on renewable energy.

To bridge this gap, hotels are adopting alternative sustainability strategies, such as:

• Eco-friendly transportation options (green vehicle fleets, carbon offset programs)
• Resource-saving initiatives (towel reuse programs, water conservation systems)
• Sustainable food sourcing (reducing food waste, using locally sourced ingredients)

These efforts highlight the growing demand for eco-friendly hotel products and the need for more aggressive action to cut emissions and enhance sustainability in the hospitality sector.

The Future of Sustainable Hospitality

The hospitality industry is at a crossroads. With climate concerns intensifying, hotels must continue investing in green technologies, renewable energy, and responsible business practices. The shift toward low-carbon hotel operations, energy-efficient solutions, and sustainable hotel amenities is not just an environmental necessity—it’s a business imperative.

For more information about Australian-made hotel amenities and sustainable hotel amenities please reach out to our team at info@interior-images.com.au.

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At Two Good Co., every product tells a story of impact, sustainability, and empowerment. As an Australian-owned business, Two Good Co. creates luxury hotel amenities that not only elevate guest experiences but also provide meaningful employment opportunities for women affected by domestic violence.

We spoke with Rob Caslick, the engineer behind Two Good Co., to learn how their Australian-made amenities are reshaping the hospitality industry—one ethically sourced product at a time.

Q: What inspired the creation of Two Good Co.?

A: Our goal was to scale our soup kitchen without relying on donations. While we served organic meals, what we truly provided was dignity and community. We wanted to expand our impact without depending on handouts.

Q: What’s the meaning behind the name “Two Good Co.”?

A: We started as a buy-one, give-one business—selling meals in the city and donating one for every purchase. After donating to a women’s shelter, we saw how deeply this support was needed. That’s when we shifted our entire focus to helping women affected by domestic violence.

Q: How long has Two Good Co. been making a difference?

A: We’ve been operating for eight years, continuously growing our impact across Australia.

Q: How can hotels make a difference by choosing Two Good Co. amenities?

A: By selecting our Australian-made hotel amenities, hoteliers directly support our mission. In 2022 alone, we provided employment opportunities for 38 women. Every bottle and product sold funds our programs, helping women rebuild their lives.

Q: How many lives have been impacted by your work?

A: We donate 1,000 meals per week to women’s shelters, and our goal is to graduate 60 women per year into stable employment. The ripple effect of this support is immeasurable.

Q: Where are your bath products made and sourced?

A: All our luxury hotel amenities are proudly made in Australia, including the recycled plastic bottles used for packaging.

Q: Two Good Co. offers more than just hotel amenities. How did that evolve?

A: We design products based on the needs of women in shelters—from luxury homewares to pantry essentials. Every item we create serves a purpose, fueling innovation while restoring self-worth.

Q: How do Two Good Co. amenities support both environmental and social sustainability?

A: Our philosophy is simple: maximum social impact, minimal environmental footprint. Our refillable hotel amenities are made with recycled RPET plastic, and we’ve even designed dispensers using ocean-recovered plastics.

Q: What’s been the most surprising part of your journey?

A: The overwhelming support from individuals and businesses who believe in our mission. It’s inspiring to see how many people want to be part of positive change.

Q: What’s your proudest moment so far?

A: One woman shared that she’s now a positive role model for her daughter—breaking generational cycles of hardship. That’s the kind of change that makes everything worthwhile.

Q: How did the collaboration with Interior Images come about?

A: I met Val Houston, the founder of Interior Images, and shared our vision. As an engineer with no background in personal care, I needed guidance. Val has been instrumental in helping us create luxury Australian-made hotel amenities that align with our values.

Experience Two Good Co.’s Australian-Made Luxury Hotel Amenities

By choosing Two Good Co., hotels can provide guests with premium, locally made amenities while making a genuine social impact.

To explore the Two Good Co. range available through Interior Images, and request a sample, click here.

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Join us as we catch-up with Jackie Ashley to discover more about the ethos and inspiration behind Ashely & Co and its beautiful products. Read on to learn about Jackie’s vision for creating luxurious, functional, and sustainable products that will elevate your guest experience.

Q: You describe Ashley & Co as a ‘modern-day scent company’. Tell us about this.

A: Our main purpose is to create daily moments of joy, peace and tranquillity through the power of scent, and habitual positive rituals. We believe well-made scents with care and purpose applied, can soothe and heal. We’re not defined by just one category and have always used scent to cross different barriers. We love creatively connecting with our customers and improving each part of their day!

Q: How would you describe the products you create?

A: We believe in deep scent loyalty. Rather than mass-produced products for everyone, we make products that can breathe new life into the home and everyone in it. Our customers know and understand that Ashley & Co creates consistent timeless products for them, their most used spaces and beyond.

Q: Can you tell us what inspired you to start Ashley & Co?

A: Scent-filled moments from my past have a significant place in my memory bank. For Ashley & Co. its foundations were about melding together my love of scent and interiors and creating beautiful, functional products for the home. When we launched, we’d just moved into our first home and I drew inspiration from that environment, but also from past travels and products that I’d experienced and loved.

Q: What sets you and your products apart?

A: The Ashley & Co. range includes a breadth of products from Home Fragrance through to everyday Skincare, Hair and Body Care, as well as growing Kitchen and Petcare categories. Our intent is for people to be able to access and enjoy our scent-focused products every day, both at home and in travel, setting us apart from the competitor set.

Q: What are your most popular products for hotels and why do you think that is?

A: Our focus is primarily on increasing our use of more sustainable plastics and converting our customers to purchasing bulk refills for our everyday range of 500ml bottles, which include Handwash and Body Lotion for the sink, and shower amenities including Shampoo, Conditioner and Body Wash. We aim to make solutions simple but of the highest quality. It’s important for a hotel’s guests to have accessible, trusted formulations and products, with the assurance that these are also sold at a retail level in premium stores.

Q: What do you think your products bring to a property’s guest experience?

A: Scent holds a precious position in our lives, it’s the vehicle through which we find our sense of familiarity and pleasure. For us, every scent experience is as crucial to well-being as shared moments of human connection, whether it be at home or away.

Q: You place importance on ease of reuse and recycling – can you tell us a little more about that?

A: By no means do we claim to have perfected everything but our customers appreciate our thoughtful, considered design ethos that has led to a suite of unique, bespoke forms, always contained in premium yet mindful packaging. Our sustainability credentials are also a key reason for our customers to re-purchase, not only for the reliability of our formulations and production but reflected in TopUp – our range of refills that is currently our fastest-growing category.

Q: How do you test the effectiveness of your products?

A: Our products are made in Auckland and are Cosmetics NZ GMP Certified. This means that our products are manufactured using processes and procedures set out by Cosmetics NZ and International Standard. The raw ingredients used in our formulations are primarily sourced within New Zealand and a network of premium, select cosmetic ingredient suppliers from a sustainable network abroad.  We choose to use ingredients for their botanical benefits some of which are New Zealand-sourced, distilled and infused including native KawaKawa and Horopito.

Q: What inspires the new products you create?

A: I continue to ask myself when looking at new products or categories – does this creatively connect with our community through the power of scent and genuinely create pockets of pleasure throughout their day?  For me, a product would not come to fruition if I couldn’t see it having a place and purpose in my day as being both practical and uplifting!

Q: What is the proudest moment on your journey so far?

A: Here at Ashley & Co, we feel grateful to have been so supported by our community since the get-go. We like to return support to the people around us, as well as choosing specific groups and charities with which to collaborate – one of those is Cure Kids. We developed a close friendship with the leading Cure Kids ambassador, Eva, a very inspiring young woman. After a collaborative period of R&D, in 2020 we launched two new products developed very much around Eva’s wishes and her playful spirit. Wonder Washup and Soothe & Zap were sold through retail, Ashley & Co. online and corporate partners. We managed a result to be proud of; after this initial collaboration, we generated donations that exceeded all expectations for Cure Kids and their ongoing work surrounding child health research.

Q: What trends are you seeing in the amenities space?

A: Assurance that the formulations are quality, using ethically sourced ingredients and credentials that meet their sustainability expectations – whether this is in tubes and the content that these are made of being recycled, post-consumer plastic, bioplastic, or larger bottles and amenities that can be refilled.

Limiting paper and outer soft packaging waste is also on trend with a movement towards less soft plastic outers to sustainably sourced and FSC-certified outer packaging. All are balanced with careful consideration to maintain the luxury experience of a premium product.

Q: Why did you choose to work with Interior Images?

A: I feel Interior Images and Ashley & Co have similar core values – both started by Women with a passion! My first encounter with Interior Images was a personal phone call from Val. Val’s enthusiasm and passion for her business were clearly evident. To me, Interior Images represents a brand that has created a very loyal following and like us, plans to keep growing and responding to our community’s needs, while still adhering to our strong values and commitment to quality, reliability, and positivity.

Explore the Ashley & Co range available through Interior Images, https://interior-images.com.au/ashleyco/

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Across Australia and New Zealand, leading properties are embracing dispenser programs as part of a broader responsible luxury movement. These solutions minimise waste, reduce costs, and enhance guest experiences. At the same time, they reinforce a hotel’s commitment to both sophistication and sustainability.

Discerning travelers today appreciate thoughtfully curated luxury hotel amenities. Many hotels now offer Australian-made, cruelty-free toiletries and sleek, wall-mounted dispensers designed to align with their brand identity.

With continuous advancements in hotel amenities and dispenser designs, properties have access to high-end, custom-branded solutions. Whether opting for refillable or non-refillable options, selecting the right dispenser system allows hotels to elevate guest satisfaction, strengthen brand positioning, and contribute to sustainability goals—all while maintaining luxury and convenience.

Refillable Dispensers: A Sustainable & Cost-Effective Solution

✔ Eliminates plastic waste by replacing single-use hotel toiletries.
✔ Reduces overall expenses with bulk refills.
✔ Aligns with sustainability goals while maintaining luxury.

Hotels across Australia are increasingly transitioning to refillable luxury hotel amenities. This approach significantly reduces waste while ensuring an elevated guest experience. To maintain hygiene standards, dispensers should be replaced every 6–12 months to keep them in top condition.

Non-Refillable Dispensers: A Hygienic & Hassle-Free Alternative

✔ Prevents contamination, ensuring product quality.
✔ Reduces labor costs by eliminating manual refills.
✔ Uses less plastic than single-use 30ml–50ml bottles.

For properties that prioritise hygiene and operational efficiency, non-refillable dispensers offer a practical and premium solution. Guests benefit from fresh, high-quality products, while hotel staff spend less time managing refills.

Wall-Mounted vs. Freestanding Dispensers

Wall-Mounted Dispensers: Space-Saving & Tamper-Proof

✔ Secure installation prevents theft and tampering.
✔ Saves space in compact showers with limited shelving.
✔ Blends seamlessly with modern, high-end interiors.

Wall-mounted dispensers create a streamlined, contemporary look. Many luxury resorts and business hotels favor this option for its security, efficiency, and aesthetic appeal.

Freestanding Dispensers: A Bespoke, Luxury Touch

✔ Creates an at-home, spa-like feel for guests.
✔ Ideal for premium properties that want to emphasize exclusivity.
✔ Pairs well with designer hotel amenities for a high-end experience.

Freestanding dispensers enhance the guest experience by providing a personalised, boutique-style atmosphere. Many five-star hotels prefer this approach, as it allows guests to feel as though they are using their own luxury skincare products.

Sustainability & Australian-Made Hotel Amenities

Interior Images offers eco-friendly dispensers and Australian-made hotel amenities to help properties minimise their environmental impact.

How Dispenser Programs Support Sustainability

🌱 Eliminates single-use plastics, significantly reducing waste.
🛒 Promotes local businesses by sourcing Australian-made hotel amenities.
🏆 Meets guest expectations for responsible luxury and sustainability.

Switching to a luxury dispenser system prevents over 23,000 single-use bottles from reaching landfills per year in a 140-room hotel. Beyond environmental benefits, this transition strengthens a hotel’s reputation as a sustainable hospitality leader.

Cost Efficiency Without Compromising Quality

Investing in a hotel dispenser program may require an initial setup cost. However, the long-term savings make it a financially smart decision.

✔ Lower per-use costs compared to individual toiletries.
✔ Reduced housekeeping labor costs with fewer refills.
✔ Fewer product replacements, leading to greater financial efficiency.

Luxury hotels can maintain both sustainability and profitability by choosing premium hotel amenities that provide lasting value.

Why Interior Images?

As a trusted supplier of Australian-made hotel amenities, Interior Images is dedicated to helping hotels elevate guest experiences while prioritising sustainability.

✔ Proudly Australian-owned, supporting local businesses.
✔ Luxury hotel amenities sourced with sustainability in mind.
✔ Seamless supply chain across Australia & New Zealand.
✔ Custom branding options for a unique, high-end experience.

We collaborate with luxury resorts, boutique hotels, and eco-lodges to create bespoke dispenser programs that enhance guest satisfaction, brand image, and sustainability efforts.

Let’s Elevate Your Hotel Amenities Together

Ready to transition to a luxury dispenser system that blends sustainability and sophistication?

Contact Interior Images today to explore our Australian-made hotel amenities and premium dispenser programs.

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TLC for Kids is Australia’s leading children’s charity. For 25 years they have given relief and distraction to children and their families during stressful and traumatic situations. TLC for Kids offers four services that are accessed over one-million times a year across Australia. Each service is designed and developed with one aim – to help bring smiles back to the faces of sick children and their families.

Interior Images are longtime supporters of TLC for Kids. We believe in the critical importance of the work it does, and the real difference it makes in the lives of those who need it the most.

Today we want to share the story of TLC for Kids. Our goal is that you too will be inspired to get involved, and together we can help to create more smiles.

Q&A with Tim Conolan AM – Founder & CEO of TLC for Kids.

Q. What inspired you to start TLC for Kids 25 years ago?

A. I started TLC for Kids in June 1998. On a guided tour of the Royal Children’s Hospital, Ana Darras (then, working in Public Relations at the hospital) explained the vast number of children admitted to the hospital that were ‘falling through the gaps’ and were missing out on emotional support. I was struck by the enormity of illnesses and health-related issues faced by children. I felt that, regardless of the situation relating to a health complication, be it a serious or chronic illness, car accident or terminal disease, most kids need some sort of distraction or support to help them get through what is often the toughest time of their life.  There was a need for a support group or charity to focus on helping the child regardless of their illness. This is where and why TLC for Kids was established.

Q. What was the very first TLC program to get off the ground?

A. The first program to be implemented was the RAPID TLC program, which remains the fastest referral system of its kind in Australia. Approved healthcare professionals can request free emotional and practical support for sick children and their families, and TLC for Kids is committed to responding to all requests immediately, ensuring action within 24 to 48 hours, or even within the hour, which inspired the name ‘RAPID TLC.’ With its rapid turnaround and lack of restrictive criteria, TLC for Kids strives to ensure that no child misses out on support.

Q. If we were to walk into a hospital or medical room right now and see a TLC for kids’ program in action, what would it look like?

A. You may see one of our TLC Distraction Boxes, either in the cupboard, under the bed or in the hands of a healthcare professional. The TLC for Kids Distraction Box Program is designed to give nurses and healthcare professionals the perfect tools to guide young children through painful examinations and procedures. Each Box is placed in medical rooms and contains items that engage the attention of the child; complement the procedure; comply with hospital infection control protocols; and divert attention away from the procedure.

Q. Can you explain how your support programs have changed or evolved over the years?

A. RAPID TLC Program: This service provides rapid emotional and practical support to sick children in need, as well as their families, through an efficient referral system. TLC for Kids responds promptly to all requests, ensuring no child misses out on crucial assistance. Over the years, this service has become quite streamlined in its approach to increase turnaround time for deliveries whilst making it easy for healthcare professionals to submit requests. This involved the development and fine-tuning of our online referral system.

TLC Distraction Box Program: The Distraction Box Program equips medical rooms with engaging and comforting items to distract and guide young children during painful examinations and procedures, helping to alleviate their distress. Over the years, this program has gone through a number of adjustments and improvements, from the size and shape of the box itself, to the items used for distraction therapy. There have also been some improvements in training materials and methodology to make it even easier for healthcare professionals.

Tap 2 Distract App: The Tap 2 Distract App offers digital distraction therapy, aiding in pain management and stress relief for children facing medical procedures. The app has been widely appreciated by healthcare professionals and patients alike. Still in its early stages, there have already been some improvements to gameplay and content as a result of feedback from the users of the app.

The TLC Ambulance: The TLC Ambulance is the first program of its kind in Australia, offering an immersive and engaging experience that differentiates the vehicle from other patient transport vehicles. The TLC Ambulance is more than just a vehicle – it offers a beautiful, memorable day out for families to treasure forever. Since its launch, there has been a number of minor changes to the interior look and feel, along with the extension of service delivery by adding additional support deliverables to the entire family.

Q. How do you measure whether a program or service is successful?

A. We receive feedback on a regular basis from healthcare professionals using our services. This ensures we are staying up to date with the needs of the hospitals and sick children under their care. This feedback is vital for us to identify any areas we could improve on or if we are hitting the mark with what is required. We also receive heartfelt messages of gratitude from the families we assist, which help gauge the success of our services.

Q. What are some of the biggest challenges you have faced with TLC for kids since you began?

A. The most significant challenge we face is raising awareness about our cause and establishing direct communication with decision-makers in larger businesses, major philanthropists, and board members of large philanthropic trusts, as well as potential investors and partners. Being independent of Government funding, we rely entirely on the benevolence of kind-hearted individuals, businesses, and organisations to sustain our free services nationwide. With countless worthy causes vying for attention, it becomes arduous for people to discover each charity and determine which one aligns best with their values for support. Undeniably, our journey has taken the road less travelled, akin to salmon swimming upstream while evading bears. Nonetheless, our ultimate aim is to reach and provide support to millions of children and individuals worldwide, and we are unwaveringly committed to achieving this goal despite the challenges ahead.

Q. You have impacted millions of lives over 25 years, could you single out a moment, milestone or interaction that really stands out to you?

A. This is a very hard question, as there have been so many moments over the last 25 years. I guess what stands out for me, apart from the incredible generosity of everyone who donates to our cause to keep us going, are a few messages from the hospitals and families:

From a hospital referrer: The staff at our hospital always say “we don’t know where some of these families would be without TLC for Kids. Nothing is too hard for them, and it gives us peace of mind knowing they are there to support these families.”

From a TLC for Kids families: Families who have lost their children who take the time to write a thank you letter to us for assisting them with funeral costs. This one breaks our hearts as it takes great strength to sit and write a letter after losing a child.

A couple of standout quotes:

“It was wonderful to see our little boy smiling and happy again. Your gift and support was not only for our son because his happiness was a gift to our whole family.”

“Your support by providing an air-conditioner (burns patient) was a real lifesaver. He could sleep so much better thanks to your kindness and it made a huge difference”

And one of the most moving quotes I have is from Casey’s mum, who said to me on the last night of the Trip of a Lifetime, “You have brought our daughter back to us”

Q. You have recently launched the Tap 2 Distract app. What feedback have you had so far?

A. We are incredibly delighted with the feedback we have received so far. Numerous healthcare providers have described it as a game-changer, particularly in assisting children with needle phobia during their immunizations and vaccinations. In addition, people of all ages have found it helpful in coping with stressful situations, which is a fantastic additional benefit. The achievement that fills us with the most pride is that the Tap 2 Distract App has become an integral part of Ambulance services, featured on a custom-made decal inside every Ambulance in Victoria. The other exciting feedback has been that other Emergency Service providers have expressed interest in our app as well.

Q. How important is the support you receive from organisations such as Interior Images?

A. The support we receive from various organisations, individuals, and businesses is of paramount importance. Their kindness and generosity enable us to make a difference over 1 million times each year. Our work is undoubtedly challenging, especially when we assist families with terminally ill children. However, knowing that there are people in the community backing us up helps us get through these tough times so that we can support the most vulnerable. We are incredibly grateful to all those who have supported us, and who have been a crucial part of our journey for many years. Their continuous assistance has allowed us to reach tens of thousands of children and their families, and we cannot thank them enough for their unwavering commitment to our cause.

Q. If you were able to create an ideal future, what would TLC for Kids look like in 10 years’ time?

A. In envisioning the ideal future for TLC for Kids in 10 years, our perspective has evolved. While our initial goal was to become redundant, indicating a world without the need for our services, we now recognise the ever-growing gaps in support and services. Hence, we believe that there will always be a necessity for a charity like TLC for Kids. Looking ahead, our vision for TLC for Kids in 10 years is to extend our distraction and support services globally, ensuring they reach over 5 million children and their families annually. We aim to witness a substantial increase in the support reach of our core services while also witnessing the widespread adoption of our Tap 2 Distract app. We envision this app being utilised by hospitals, emergency workers, healthcare professionals, and anyone seeking a few minutes of positive distraction to enhance mental health and well-being. Through these efforts, we aspire to make a significant impact on the lives of those in need, continuing our mission of providing essential care and support to children and their families across the world.

To learn more about TLC for Kids, and to discover how you can get involved – visit https://www.tlcforkids.org.au/

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Give your mini bar a creative makeover with pampering health and beauty products from some of Australia’s most trusted brands. Affordably priced and thoughtfully curated with today’s travellers in mind, these unique offerings will drive revenue and elevate your guests’ experience.

Eye/Face Masks and Pads from SUKIN and Wrinkles Schminkles restore radiance to tired, stressed skin. Lip balms and hand creams from Grown Alchemist, Ashley & Co., and Salus address the dry, uncomfortable skin associated with travel, while sunscreens and hand sanitisers from Serendipity Skincare, Cancer Council and The Kind Sunscreen help protect guests from environmental threats.

From essential to indulgent, our collection of quality lifestyle products will upgrade your mini bar and your guests’ in-room experience.

Request pricing and samples here.

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Boutique skincare brand, Serendipity Skincare, has expanded its range of Australian-made luxuries for skin, hair and home with a new hand sanitiser.

Produced in Melbourne, this clear sanitising gel offers a formulation with 70% alcohol derived from natural sources and a pleasing, Aussie-inspired lemon myrtle scent.

Available to the hospitality industry exclusively through Interior Images, the clear gel comes in 50ml bottles with white flip caps. Packaged in cases of just 100 pieces, the Serendipity Hand Sanitiser is an excellent way for hotels to offer an effective, high-quality, locally-made product without having to make a large financial investment or endure the long lead times associated with sanitisers produced overseas.

As we look toward the easing of travel restrictions and an uptick in bookings, make sure your property is fully stock with this item that is now deemed essential!

Request pricing and samples here.

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Traditional hotel slippers have rubber soles… rubber soles that are sent directly to landfill after the guest has worn them once or twice.

In an effort to assist hotels in lessening the size of their environmental footprint, we’re now offering the world’s first 100% plant-based, fully biodegradable, compostable and organic slippers.

Designed in France and produced in Portugal, these innovative new slippers are made from 100% plant-based material, mostly sustainable bamboo. Unlike other plants grown for commercial use, bamboo does not require any fertiliser, pesticides or herbicides, and it absorbs huge amounts of carbon dioxide that it then converts into oxygen.

Wonderfully light and comfortable, the slippers feature 100% bio-sourced foam, a non-slip printed sole and are completely free of plastic and rubber. Offered in natural white with a plain trim, each pair of slippers is packaged in a fully biodegradable and customisable craft paper bag. After use, the slipper and craft paper bag become waste and are sent to landfill. Once underground, they soften naturally, and in just 90 days become compost.

We currently stock closed and open toe slippers. Please contact us today to request pricing and samples.

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