News: Consultants
New hotel industry consultancy launched in Vietnam to empower owners on strategic direction
A new hotel business consultancy, Wafaifo Optimisers, has been launched in Vietnam with their aim being to appeal to local hotel owners who want to emphasise local experiences...
Feb 15, 2023
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Cost-benefit analysis says proposed Hobart Stadium would deliver $306 million deficit over 20 years
A cost-benefit analysis of the cost of the proposed new stadium at Hobart's Macquarie Point commissioned by the Tasmanian Government has indicated that the venue would generate...
Jan 19, 2023
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Otium appoints new senior consultant to Brisbane Office
Otium Planning Group has announced the appointment of Tony Butler as a Senior Consultant to their Brisbane office. With 20 years’ experience in the sport and recreation industry...
Jan 19, 2023
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LARCAN consultancy to manage operations for Parks and Leisure Australia's NSW/ACT branch
Port Macquarie-based recreation planning consultancy LARCAN has announced that it has been awarded the Executive Officer contract for Parks and Leisure Australia's NSW/ACT...
Jan 19, 2023
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Deloitte Market Outlook sees resilient tourism demand despite economic headwinds
Domestic tourism in Australia has bounced back faster than had been expected in the wake of the pandemic, but international visitors only returning to Australia in smaller...
Jan 2, 2023
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Parks and Leisure Australia WA Branch to present recreation strategy workshop
As part of its ongoing commitment to staging professional development events, the Western Australian Branch of Parks and Leisure Australia (PLAWA) will be presenting a...
Dec 28, 2022
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Cindy Cook named Chief Executive of Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics Organising Committee
The Queensland Government has announced American Cindy Hook as the Chief Executive of Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics Organising Committee. Cook is a former Chief...
Dec 12, 2022
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Gemba appoints General Manager alongside expansion into Europe
Leading independent sport and entertainment consultancy, Gemba is continuing its growth with expansion into the European market and the appointment of Claire Kelly as General...
Dec 7, 2022
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Craig Lovett presented with Major Events International's Lifetime Achievement Award
The career achievements Craig Lovett, Principal of the Incognitus consultancy, have been recognised with his having been presented with Major Events International's Lifetime...
Nov 21, 2022
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South Burnett Council reveals $36 million plan for Kingaroy’s Memorial Park and swimming pool
A yarning circle, ceremonial area and bush tucker garden are among several interlocking ‘precincts’ proposed in South Burnett Regional Council’s newly draft Master Plan for the...
Nov 15, 2022
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Queensland Rugby League appoints Gemba to develop data strategy
The Queensland Rugby League (QRL) has announced its appointment of sports marketing and entertainment agency Gemba to help it leverage its data. The arrangement will see Gemba...
Nov 9, 2022
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Western Australian Government looks to stimulate bid for Perth-based NRL team
The Western Australian Government has flagged its support for a potential Perth-based National Rugby League (NRL) franchise, with work underway to identify a third-party bid....
Nov 3, 2022
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North Sydney Council calls for independent review of Olympic Pool redevelopment
North Sydney Council is to undertake an independent review into the management of its delayed and over budget Olympic Pool redevelopment. The need “for an urgent inquiry” into...
Oct 31, 2022
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Innovation in the spotlight at AIS national symposium
Opening today, the Sports Technology and Applied Research Symposium (STARS) will emphasise the Australian Sport’s Commission's commitment to drive thought leadership,...
Oct 25, 2022
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Parks and Leisure Australia announces 2022 Awards of Excellence winners
Parks and Leisure Australia has presented its annual Awards of Excellence, with consultant Suzanne Suter presented with the Frank Stewart Distinguished Service Award, the body’s...
Oct 19, 2022
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Cain Liddle launches website introducing the Incrementum Advisory Group's consultancy services
Cain Liddle, the former Chief Executive of the Carlton Football Club and Aligned Leisure, has launched a website introducing the work he has been doing in establishing the...
Oct 3, 2022
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Lake Macquarie City Council proposes year-round opening for its aquatic centres
Plans by Lake Macquarie City Council for all of its swim centres to open year-round and to host dedicated learn to swim pools have been revealed as part of the Council’s draft...
Sep 27, 2022
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Business Events Council of Australia appoints consultants to advise on best operating model for the future
The Business Events Council of Australia is looking to restructure to become a better resourced organisation and is leading a review to explore the opportunity to create a...
Sep 26, 2022
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City of Whittlesea engages consultants to prepare business case for new $180 million aquatic and sports centre
Looking to develop a new sports and aquatic centre in the northern Melbourne suburb of Mernda, the City of Whittlesea has engaged Deloitte Australia as the lead consultant to...
Aug 9, 2022
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Fred Lazzerini announces launch of Olympian Consulting venture
Former Ungerboeck System's senior executive Fred Lazzerini has revealed the launch of a new venture, Olympian Consulting. Able to provide business and technology advice,...
Aug 2, 2022
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Pico Play shares experiences of delivering ‘fun-making' projects
With ongoing projects at theme parks and museums across the Asia-Pacific region, Pico Play has shared its experiences of its “fun-making projects”. A leader in the planning,...
Jul 29, 2022
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South East Leisure to manage Greater Dandenong Leisure Facilities
Greater Dandenong City Council has announced that it its four major aquatic and recreation centres will be managed its wholly-owned subsidiary South East Leisure (SEL) Pty Ltd...
Jun 6, 2022
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Consultancy firms engaged to further assess Northern Territory AFL club potential
The Northern Territory is ramping up its bid for a 20th AFL licence to enter a local team into the national league. The Northern Territory AFL Taskforce, co-chaired by NT...
Jun 6, 2022
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Documents suggest cost of Hobart stadium will be higher than $750 million
The cost of the proposed Hobart stadium is likely to be higher than $750 million suggested at the time of the project’s unveiling in March - with the figure revealed as having...
Jun 3, 2022
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