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Music in the Regions’ inaugural program activates new creative spaces across NSW
Music in the Regions has released its inaugural program of inspiring events bringing musicians and audiences together at a variety of NSW settings from the Gunning Courthouse...
Feb 8, 2022
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Fairbridge Festival cancelled for second year due to COVID restrictions
FolkWorld Inc. have decided to cancel one of Western Australia’s much-loved events - the Fairbridge Festival in 2022. The family-friendly music and camping event, which has been...
Feb 8, 2022
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Arts industry hit hardest by pandemic regulations
Information shared by workforce management solutions app Deputy has shown Coronavirus’ dramatic impact on employment in the performing arts. Prior to pandemic, Deputy’s data...
Feb 8, 2022
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UNESCO advises of 10 million creative sector jobs lost around the world due to the pandemic
A newly released report from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has advised that 10 million jobs in creative industries worldwide were...
Feb 8, 2022
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Audience Republic launches partnership with Moshtix
Audience Republic, the all-in-one event marketing platform, has announced a new partnership with Moshtix, the Ticketmaster and Live Nation Entertainment company. The partnership...
Feb 7, 2022
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Megatix demands certainty from Western Australian Government over COVID-19 regulations
Western Australian-based ticketing and events management technology provider, Megatix, is one of the many WA based businesses asking Government for a greater degree of certainty...
Feb 7, 2022
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Opening Festival to celebrate completion of Gippsland Performing Arts Centre
With construction of the Gippsland Performing Arts Centre (GPAC) nearing completion, a four day festival – OPEN - will be held to celebrate the completion of Gippsland’s new...
Feb 7, 2022
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New Zealand Government announces $120 million to support arts and culture recover from Omicron
The New Zealand Government has announced that an extra $120 million from its Covid Response and Recovery Fund will be used to support the arts and culture sectors. With...
Feb 6, 2022
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Tamworth’s event organisers to receive marketing support
Event organisers in the Tamworth region can now apply for the 2022/23 Regional Events Marketing Program - an annual program in which Tamworth Regional Council provide marketing...
Feb 6, 2022
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Queensland Museum secures ‘Disney: The Magic of Animation’ as their 2022 blockbuster
The Queensland Museum has secured Disney: The Magic of Animation opening 24th June and offering visitors the opportunity to experience a creative journey through Disney’s...
Feb 5, 2022
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Big Red Bash organisers lose $3 million legal battle over COVID-19 cancellation insurance claim
Organisers of Queensland’s Big Red Bash have lost their legal battle in the Federal Court with insurers to recoup millions of dollars of losses from the COVID-19 -related...
Feb 4, 2022
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New mentorship opportunity for women and gender non-binary youth to explore careers in live music
Australian youth music organisation The Push is partnering with Crowded House and Live Nation to create a mentorship experience for youth interested in careers in live...
Feb 3, 2022
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Final opportunity to apply for latest round of Northern Territory Event Funding
All organisations interested in applying for the latest round of the Northern Territory Government’s Event Funding Program have until 11th February 2022 to apply. The program,...
Feb 2, 2022
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Disney Parks celebrate Lunar New Year
Disney Parks from Shanghai Disney Resort and the Disneyland Resort to Hong Kong Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park are celebrating Lunar New Year. A new lunar year...
Feb 2, 2022
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Adelaide Fringe 2022 features First Nations contemporary circus
Adelaide Fringe festival is featuring First Nations contemporary circus - 'Common Dissonance' –produced by Na Djinang Circus and directed by company founder and Wakka Wakka man,...
Feb 2, 2022
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Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival announces full program of events for 2022
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival returns this month from 18th February – 6th March with an impressive program of events, performances, exhibitions and community...
Feb 2, 2022
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Goulburn to host 2022 retro-futuristic Steampunk Victoriana Fair
The NSW Regional Events Acceleration Fund is enabling Goulburn to once again host the retro-futuristic Steampunk Victoriana Fair on 12th and 13th March 2022, with revellers...
Feb 1, 2022
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Kingpin launches social entertainment centre in Queenstown
Kingpin will be opening the doors of its first international social entertainment centre in Queenstown, New Zealand on 10th February, with the 3000 square metre, two level...
Feb 1, 2022
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NSW Government announces $85 million funding to support performing arts and live music
Aiming to provide artists and performers with increased confidence to schedule live events, the NSW Government has today announced an $85 million funding package to support...
Feb 1, 2022
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Eden Park annual report reflects on year of ‘extreme highs and lows’
The newly released Eden Park annual report has advised of a “year of two halves” for New Zealand’s largest stadium, with sporting successes, community involvement and the...
Jan 31, 2022
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Lunar New Year Festival events launched across multiple Chatswood locations
Willoughby City Council, on Sydney's lower North Shore, has launched the Chatswood Lunar New Year Festival celebrating The Year of the Tiger. Spanning across multiple Chatswood...
Jan 31, 2022
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Arena AV ignites game day experience for NBL's Illawarra Hawks
Acknowledged for providing fans with one of the best game day experiences in the NBL, the Illawarra Hawks have credited the work of Arena AV for their role in bringing WIN...
Jan 30, 2022
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South Australian regional events receive funding boost in 2022/23
South Australia’s regional events are set to receive $1 million in support with applications for the Regional Event Fund (REF) opening today and with South Australian Premier...
Jan 30, 2022
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NSW Government urges consumers to avoid purchasing tickets through Viagogo
NSW Government has issued a public warning about consumers purchasing tickets through Viagogo. The advice to avoid purchasing tickets through the Switzerland-based ticket...
Jan 30, 2022
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