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Optus Stadium's Kerry Gamble awarded Live Nation APAC Study Tour Prize
Kerry Gamble, Venue Operations Manager at Perth's Optus Stadium, has been awarded the Live Nation APAC Study Tour Prize for 2025, winning a learning experience trip to the...
Sep 3, 2025
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Tixel report shows that Live Music remains a priority
Tixel’s fourth annual Ticketing State of Play: Australia report, produced in partnership with Bolster, has revealed a shifting but still resilient ticketing landscape as live...
Sep 2, 2025
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Les Mills announces global launch of new LES MILLS SMARTSTEP
Global fitness leader Les Mills has globally launched its all-new LES MILLS SMARTSTEP™ - delivering better functionality, style and performance to enhance the studio experience...
Sep 2, 2025
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Former Tourism Fiji Chief Executive joins Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee as Chief Marketing Officer
Former Tourism Fiji Chief Executive Brent Hill has been appointed the Chief Marketing Officer for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee (BNEOCOG)....
Sep 2, 2025
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SWIMCON International Heads to Dubai in 2026 with CAAR backing
SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia (SWIM) has announced that its flagship international event, SWIMCON International, will be hosted in Dubai in February next year. Being held...
Sep 2, 2025
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Sport fans navigate increasingly crowded media environment to follow their favourite teams
A new report released by Nexxen has revealed how the way in which Australians view live sporting content is changing, with linear television no longer dominating, and fans are...
Sep 2, 2025
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EVANZ invites entries for 2025 industry awards
The Entertainment Venues Association New Zealand (EVANZ) has opened entries for its New Zealand Entertainment Venue Awards. Set to be presented during its upcoming annual...
Sep 2, 2025
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XtraClubs introduce ‘affordable luxury’ wellness clubs in two Sydney locations
Specialising in ice baths, steamrooms, Finnish and infrared saunas, XtraClubs have opened self-service, technology-enhanced wellness experiences at two location in at Green...
Sep 2, 2025
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India and Nigeria bid to host 2030 Commonwealth Games
In a move that reflects confidence in the Commonwealth Games movement, the governments of India and Nigeria have each submitted formal proposals to host the centenary Games in...
Sep 2, 2025
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AMPSEA and STWS - Sports Tech World Series agree partnership for Australia Sports Innovation Week
The Australian Mass Participation Sporting Events Alliance (AMPSEA) has announced a collaboration with the upcoming Australia Sports Innovation Week (ASIW) with the aim of...
Sep 2, 2025
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New $52 million aquatic and recreation facility opens in Mount Barker
Aiming to support activity and wellbeing in its local community in the Adelaide Hills, the new Summit Aquatic and Leisure Centre has opened in Mount Barker. Opened at the...
Sep 1, 2025
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Northern Territory Government supports arts sector with $7.9 million grants
The Northern Territory Government is supporting local artists, art workers and organisations create, perform and show-case their work, from remote communities to the world stage...
Sep 1, 2025
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NSW Government backs Surf Life Saving's introduction of 26 new jet skis
The NSW Government has revealed that its ongoing funding for Surf Life Saving NSW will result in a fleet of 26 new rescue jet skis patrolling beaches across the state this...
Sep 1, 2025
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Massive crowds witness record breaking TCS Sydney Marathon
Tens of thousands of spectators and supporters have today lined the route of the first running of the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS as an Abbott World Marathon Major...
Aug 31, 2025
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Details released of Sydney Academy of Sport's new athletics track
The NSW Government has announced the project scope and timeline for the new athletics track at the Sydney Academy of Sport. Released at an athletics community briefing at the...
Aug 31, 2025
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Penrith students help shape design of new Cambridge Park playspace
As part of the Penrith Mayoral Challenge (PMC) program, Year 7 students from Cambridge Park High School have collaborated with Penrith City Council to create an inclusive,...
Aug 30, 2025
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Country Club Tasmania unveils ‘Championship Golf Course’ and names Ricky Ponting as brand ambassador
Country Club Tasmania, located just ten minutes from Launceston’s CBD has officially unveiled ‘Championship Golf Course’ as the name of its new 18-hole golf course - a title...
Aug 30, 2025
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GameDay launches new suite of AI-powered solutions to transform Sports Administration
GameDay, a market leader in the provision of sports and event software has launched GameDay IQ – AI Powered solutions to transform sports and events administration management....
Aug 30, 2025
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Qudos Bank Arena secures Merit Award for Campaign of the Year at 10th Annual TechDiversity Awards
Qudos Bank Arena, owned by TEG and operated by ASM Legends, in partnership with multicultural marketing agency CulturalPulse, received a Merit Award for Campaign of the Year at...
Aug 30, 2025
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Organisers of Tour de France Singapore Criterium focus on increasing accessibility via new mass-participation events
Organisers for the fourth edition of the Tour de France Singapore Criterium’s being held on 1 st and 2 nd November 2025 are focused on increasing accessibility via the...
Aug 29, 2025
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Super Netball announces 2026 season fixtures
The Suncorp Super Netball will mark its 10th season in 2026 with an earlier season start. Following the biggest season in the competition's history this year, the 2026 campaign...
Aug 29, 2025
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BlueFit appoints AFL executive Josh Mahoney as Chief Operating Officer
Community aquatic and recreation facility management company BlueFit has announced the appointment of Josh Mahoney as its new Chief Operating Officer, further strengthening its...
Aug 29, 2025
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Coastal Safety Group calls for new ‘narrative’ on beach and ocean safety
The Coastal Safety Group has responded to what it calls the "sobering picture" of rising drowning deaths in Australia revealed by the newly released 2025 National Drowning...
Aug 29, 2025
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Sydney Marathon prepares for its Abbott World Marathon Majors debut with associated event at ICC Sydney
The TCS Sydney Marathon 2025 presented by ASICS is the newest official member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors and is expecting 35,000 runners on Sunday 31st August – not...
Aug 29, 2025
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