News: Culture
Research shows involvement in the arts has wide-ranging benefits for young people
A joint study by the University of Sydney's Faculty of Education and Social Work and the Australia Council for the Arts has found that engagement in the arts benefits students...
Sep 30, 2013
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Brisbane City Council reopens Centenary Pool after refurbishment
With Brisbane City Council reopening all of its 20 seasonal swimming pools for summer as of Saturday 20th September, most attention was focussed on the refurbished Centenary...
Sep 30, 2013
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AA challenges New Zealand tourism operators to join forces for growth
The New Zealand Automobile Association (AA) says participants in New Zealand's $10 billion domestic tourism sector need to band together in order to develop their sector and...
Sep 28, 2013
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Crowds turn out for New Zealand's largest childrens marathon
Last Sunday saw over 500 children run their final mile of the Rod Dixon KiDSMARATHON, cheered on by the programme's namesake and Sir John Walker. Despite forecasts of...
Sep 27, 2013
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First venue commences construction at Hong Kong arts hub
The ground-breaking ceremony for the Xiqu Centre, the first major performing arts venue in the West Kowloon Cultural District, was held this week, marking a significant...
Sep 27, 2013
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Australian Paralympic movement set to harness the power of social media
Using social media to tell the history of the Paralympic movement in Australia is the focus of a new research project at The University of Queensland. The project, titled...
Sep 26, 2013
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MTG Hawke's Bay reopens its doors after a three year makeover
Hawke's Bay much loved cultural icon, MTG Hawke's Bay (Museum Theatre Gallery) has re-opened after a three year refurbishment. The redeveloped MTG now sparkles in its waterfront...
Sep 24, 2013
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VMA to stage After Five functions in Melbourne and Sydney
The Venue Management Association [Asia and Pacific] (VMA) is to stage its latest 'After 5' functions in Sydney on 9th October and Melbourne on 10th October. The Sydney After 5!...
Sep 23, 2013
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Investing in Victoria's dynamic arts organisations
The Melbourne Fringe Festival is one of 88 arts and cultural organisations across Victoria to receive multi-year funding through the Victorian Government's new Organisations...
Sep 23, 2013
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Wearable technology to enhance confidence, fitness and wellness
Cloud computing company, Rackspace has released the findings of an in-depth Australian study into the use of wearable technology and its impact on consumers and businesses....
Sep 23, 2013
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Fitness and sport app market to expand by more that 60% in five years
Global installations of mobile apps used for fitness and sport activities are set to rise by 63% from 2012 to 2017, generating strong potential demand for wearable health...
Sep 21, 2013
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South Australia lacks appeal for domestic visitors
While more Australians are holiday at home, South Australian remains the least appealing mainland destination for domestic tourists. The latest National Visitor Survey revealed...
Sep 21, 2013
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Koreans love CrossFit
Introduced to Korea in 2006, after a slow start compared to its massive international growth, CrossFit gyms and memberships are growing exponentially. Rather than the standard...
Sep 20, 2013
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Executive appointments complete Australia Council leadership team
Australia Council Chief Executive Tony Grybowski has announced the appointment of two new executive directors to complete the organisation's senior leadership team. Following an...
Sep 20, 2013
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End of the line for Department of Regional Australia, Local Government, Arts and Sport
With Prime Minister Tony Abbott now sworn in, a series of changes in Federal Government departments, in line with Ministerial appointments and responsibilities, have now been...
Sep 19, 2013
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Nelson Waterfront upgrade showcased at Theatre Royal event
A recent event held at Nelson's Theatre Royal showcased the proposed redevelopment of the city's waterfront. Hosted by Nelson Mayor Aldo Miccio and Councillor Pete Rainey, the...
Sep 19, 2013
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Rolly Pollies children's fitness franchise opens in Hong Kong: targets Australia
Having recently opened its first Asian facility in Hong Kong, US-based children's fitness franchise Rolly Pollies is looking to expand into Australia. Founded by US Naval...
Sep 19, 2013
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Sydney Olympic Park Authority executive dies in surfing accident
Andrew Ferris, Executive Manager of Parklands & Asset Maintenance with the Sydney Olympic Park Authority, died last weekend as a result of an accident while surfing. In a...
Sep 19, 2013
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Vector Arena ranked just behind Madison Square Garden in world top 100 venues list
The ranking of Auckland's Vector Arena behind New York's Madison Square Garden is proof that New Zealanders love live entertainment, according to the venue's management. Vector...
Sep 17, 2013
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Respected former SCG and MCG Curator dies
Bill Watt, the former Head Curator of both the Sydney Cricket Ground and Melbourne Cricket Ground, has passed away aged 95. Watt was the Sydney Cricket Ground's fifth Head...
Sep 17, 2013
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Global Tourism Economy Forum opens in Macau
The annual Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTE-Forum) opens in Macau today, presenting a high-level gathering for key decision makers in global tourism to share ideas on how the...
Sep 17, 2013
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New Zealand holiday parks confidence on the up
Confidence among New Zealand holiday park owners is on the rise for the first time since the end of summer. The Holiday Parks Business Confidence Monitor for July/August shows...
Sep 16, 2013
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Ministers gather to make Asian culture flourish
Culture ministers representing South East Asian nations recently gathered in Korea to share views about how to help Asian culture flourish. The 1st Korea-Southeast Asian Culture...
Sep 16, 2013
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World Youth and Student Travel Conference to open in Sydney
The 22nd World Youth and Student Travel Conference (WYSTC) will be taking place in Sydney this week offering an unrivalled program of relevant, rewarding, entertaining and...
Sep 15, 2013
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