Car Park Access Control Upgrade – The Fiddler, Sydney (Hospitality Parking Security Case Study)
Unauthorised parking is one of the most common operational challenges facing hotels, pubs, and hospitality venues across Sydney. When non-patrons occupy valuable parking spaces — especially after hours — it affects guest experience, staff convenience, and overall site security.
At The Fiddler, this issue had become ongoing. Their hotel guest car park was being used by non-patrons, particularly outside trading hours.
Gate Automation NSW designed and delivered a layered, smart car park access control system to solve the issue — permanently.
The Problem: Unauthorised Parking in a Hospitality Car Park
The Fiddler required a solution that would:
Prevent unauthorised vehicle access outside trading hours
Maintain seamless entry for staff
Allow secure after-hours access for hotel guests
Reduce manual intervention from management
Protect revenue and improve parking availability
Like many Sydney hospitality venues, the challenge was balancing security and convenience.
Our Access Control Solution for The Fiddler
After a full site assessment, our team implemented a multi-layered parking control system combining automation, number plate recognition, and secure communication.
1️⃣ Automatic Boom Gate with Timer Control
An automated boom gate system was installed and programmed with a timer schedule.
Functionality:
Gate remains open during trading hours (if required)
Automatically closes outside operating hours
Prevents unauthorised entry during vulnerable periods
This alone significantly reduced casual misuse of the car park.
2️⃣ LPR (Licence Plate Recognition) System for Staff
To remove the need for remotes or swipe cards, we installed a Licence Plate Recognition (LPR) system.
Benefits:
Staff vehicles are pre-registered in the system
Boom gate opens automatically when recognised
No remotes to lose
No access cards to swap
Full vehicle entry log for accountability
LPR systems are ideal for Sydney pubs, hotels, strata buildings, and commercial sites looking for a modern, scalable access solution.
3️⃣ Intercom System for After-Hours Hotel Guests
For hotel guests arriving outside trading hours, we integrated a secure intercom system at the vehicle entry point.
How it works:
Guest presses intercom button
Staff verify booking
Gate is opened remotely
Entry is controlled and monitored
This ensures security without frustrating genuine customers.
The Result: A Controlled, Secure Hospitality Car Park
Following installation and commissioning, the site experienced:
✔ Significant reduction in unauthorised parking
✔ Improved after-hours security
✔ Seamless, hands-free staff entry
✔ Controlled guest verification process
✔ Better parking availability for genuine patrons
Most importantly, the system works quietly in the background — protecting the venue without disrupting operations.
Why Sydney Hospitality Venues Are Moving to Smart Parking Systems
Across Sydney — from Parramatta to Rouse Hill and the Hills District — hotels and pubs are upgrading from manual parking management to:
Automatic boom gates
LPR/ANPR systems
GSM or IP intercoms
Timed access control
Integrated access control solutions
These systems:
Protect revenue
Reduce security risks
Improve guest experience
Provide access logs for management
Reduce reliance on physical remotes and cards
Is Your Car Park Being Misused?
If you operate a:
Hotel
Pub
Licensed venue
Commercial building
Strata complex
…and you’re dealing with parking misuse, we can design a tailored car park access control solution in Sydney specific to your site layout and operational needs.
At Gate Automation NSW, we specialise in:
Boom gate installation Sydney
Licence Plate Recognition systems
Commercial intercom systems
Hospitality parking security upgrades
Ongoing maintenance and support
Request a Site Assessment
If you’d like a professional assessment of your car park security setup, contact our team today.
Gate Automation NSW
📍 Servicing Sydney & Greater NSW
🌐 https://www.gateautomationnsw.com.au
Secure your parking. Protect your revenue. Control access properly.