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Independent music and arts 'Sleepless Festival' to be staged in unconventional Melbourne venues
Footscray in Melbourne’s west will come alive after dark when independent music and arts 'Sleepless Festival' returns from 2nd to 18th May to celebrate the creativity and...
Apr 27, 2025
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Venue Safety and Security Exchange returns for 2025
The organisers of Venue Safety and Security Exchange (VSX) have advised that its 2025 edition will be held on Wednesday 23rd July at the Australian Turf Club, Royal Randwick....
Apr 23, 2025
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Live Nation acquires Japanese concert promoter Hayashi International
USA-based entertainment giant Live Nation has announced its acquisition of Hayashi International Promotions (HIP), one of Japan’s largest concert promoters. HIP, which promotes...
Apr 23, 2025
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NSW Government delivers financial lifeline to music festivals
The NSW Government has delivered the first round of its Contemporary Music Festival Viability Fund, established in September 2024, which has allocated a combined $2.25 million...
Apr 22, 2025
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PMY acquires EVENT360 and grows its EMEA presence
International venue, events and infrastructure technology solutions business, the PMY Group, has acquired UK-based EVENT360, a premier producer of match-day entertainment,...
Apr 22, 2025
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EVANZ sponsors Venue of the Year as part of the NZEA Awards
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) has advised that it is to again sponsor the Venue of the Year category as part of the New Zealand Events Association...
Apr 22, 2025
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Bluesfest records highest attendance of any Australian festival since pre-COVID
Bluesfest - an Australian-owned, independent celebration of live music - will return in 2026 following its record attendance in 2025 over the Easter long weekend, from 17th to...
Apr 21, 2025
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Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress to consider smarter, more connected and more sustainable venues
As the premier gathering for venue industry professionals across Australasia and Asia, the Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress will deliver an unparalleled experience filled...
Apr 21, 2025
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Western Australian Government invests $290 million in Perth Film Studios
The Western Australian Government is investing $290 million to grow the State's screen industry with massive sound stages and workshops being erected at the Perth Film Studios...
Apr 21, 2025
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Byron Bay to become first NSW regional area to trial Special Entertainment Precinct
The New South Wales north coast town of Byron Bay will become the first regional area to establish a trial Special Entertainment Precinct to promote and preserve its nightlife....
Apr 20, 2025
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Hong Kong Disneyland to mark 20th anniversary with year-long celebration
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort will mark its 20th year in operations with a full year of celebrations that will feature new attractions and its biggest parade ever, Friendtastic....
Apr 20, 2025
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Royal Life Saving and Live Performance Australia welcome party’s election commitments
With less than two weeks until the Federal election, Live Performance Australia (LPA) and Royal Life Saving Australia have each welcomed election commitments made by respective...
Apr 18, 2025
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Inaugural GTI Southeast Asia Expo attracts support from national associations and trade bodies
With less than a week to go, the highly anticipated inaugural GTI Southeast Asia Expo, the event is shaping up to be a must-attend event for the amusement and attractions...
Apr 17, 2025
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Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena introduces new fan-first digital entertainment ecosystem
Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena has revealed that it is investing in digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) that will see it launch a suite of new features in order elevate...
Apr 16, 2025
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Parrtjima light festival wraps up with its inaugural open-air orchestral performance
The 10th edition of Parrtjima – A Festival in Light has officially wrapped up in Alice Springs as one of the biggest editions in the event’s history, with the milestone marked...
Apr 15, 2025
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Live Performance Australia calls for political parties to pay attention to live arts and entertainment industry
With Federal election day approaching, Live Performance Australia has called on candidates to talk about their plans for the nation’s live arts and entertainment industry, which...
Apr 14, 2025
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Christchurch City Council stages 12 month countdown event for opening of One New Zealand Stadium
With a year to go until the city’s new $683 million stadium opens its doors, Christchurch City Council has today given residents a look behind the scenes at the One New Zealand...
Apr 13, 2025
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Kai Tak Sports Park hosts 200,000 fans for Coldplay concert
Following its opening celebrations in March, Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) welcomed British rock legends Coldplay for their long-awaited return to Hong Kong after 16 years offering...
Apr 13, 2025
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Transformation of Cutaway at Barangaroo reaches halfway mark
The transformation of the Cutaway - a cavernous space that sits below the eastern end of Barangaroo Reserve on Sydney’s waterfront - into a premier cultural destination has...
Apr 13, 2025
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Victorian Government declares Lady Gaga’s Marvel Stadium concert off limits to ticket scalpers
Aiming to deter ticket scalpers for the just announced Lady Gaga concert at Marvel Stadium in December, the Victorian Government has today declared the Melbourne leg of singer’s...
Apr 13, 2025
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Mould contamination discovered at Redland Performing Arts Centre
Redland City Council has revealed the members of the public have been exposed to mould at the Redland Performing Arts Centre. The revelation follows the Council having initially...
Apr 12, 2025
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Neon Dreams fully accessible roller rink among offerings for Vivid Sydney 2025
For Vivid Sydney 2025, Neon Dreams, a luminescent homage to the 1950’s diner, lands in Darling Harbour with a roller rink welcoming seasoned skaters and novices while also being...
Apr 12, 2025
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Bikash Randhawa to leave Chief Operating Officer role at Village Roadshow Theme Parks
Bikash Randhawa is to depart his role as Chief Operating Officer role at Village Roadshow Theme Parks, leaving the Gold Coast-based attractions operator after 30 years. A well...
Apr 10, 2025
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2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show opens its gates
Set to run over 12 days, the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show will open today presenting its annual mix of entertainment, agricultural displays and carnival rides for all ages....
Apr 10, 2025
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