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Queensland Government announces indoor sporting events and theatres can now operate at 100% capacity
The Queensland Government has announced the relaxation of a number of restrictions today, allowing for increased capacity crowds at stadiums and ticketed venues along with no...
Aug 27, 2021
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New research reports on preparing students of creative industries for future work
New research released this week by the Australia Council for the Arts and Queensland University of Technology examines the benefits of industry and community based learning for...
Aug 26, 2021
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Aligned Leisure to manage Eurobodalla Council’s Bay Pavilions facility
Eurobodalla Shire Council has advised that it has agreed a three-year contract with Aligned Leisure to manage the Bay Pavilions regional aquatic, arts and community hub at...
Aug 26, 2021
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Cedar Mill Group acquires Hunter Valley site and plans for 22,000-person outdoor concert venue
Winarch Capital’s newly-formed Cedar Mill Group - a strategic and property development firm based in Newcastle - has acquired one of the Hunter Valley wine region’s most premium...
Aug 25, 2021
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City of Sydney invites applications for live entertainment in outdoor dining areas
The City of Sydney has advised that post COVID lockdown, businesses in the city centre will be able to host performances on footpaths to help inject more energy and atmosphere...
Aug 25, 2021
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Screen Queensland launches new fund to support innovative projects across Australia
Screen Queensland has today launched its new $5 million Screen Ventures Fund designed to back bold and innovative screen and screen-related projects from across Australia, to be...
Aug 25, 2021
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Adelaide Festival Centre prepares for exciting Spring season of events
Adelaide Festival Centre is preparing for an exciting Spring season of entertaining and inspiring performances for people of all ages to enjoy. Adelaide Festival Centre Chief...
Aug 24, 2021
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Disney+ live action series to inject $172 million into Australian economy
To be filmed at Village Roadshow Studios, Queensland and on location from early 2022, upcoming Disney+ live-action, drama series - Nautilus - developed and co-produced by...
Aug 23, 2021
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Professional event organisers sought for Mildura’s 2021 New Year’s Eve celebration
Mildura Rural City Council is calling for professional event organisers interested in running their 2021 New Year’s Eve community celebration. Expressions of interest are open...
Aug 23, 2021
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Gladstone welcomes return of Queensland Symphony Orchestra
The Queensland Symphony Orchestra is returning to Gladstone this Friday 27th August, for the ninth consecutive year of the much-loved Symphony Under the Stars community event....
Aug 23, 2021
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Darwin Festival delivers successful 2021 event notwithstanding COVID challenges
With most festivals over the past 18 months having been postponed, rescheduled, cut short, scaled back or cancelled due to COVID, Darwin Festival, supported by the Northern...
Aug 22, 2021
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Benalla Rural City Council looks to redevelop visitor centre and Historical Museum
Benalla Rural City Council in Victoria is looking to redevelop the Benalla Visitor Information Centre and Historical Museum and as such is seeking suitable qualified contractors...
Aug 21, 2021
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Resorts World Genting unveils lands and rides at SkyWorlds attraction
Resorts World Genting has unveiled the themed worlds, rides and attractions that are set to open at its new Genting SkyWorlds theme park in Malaysia. The Genting SkyWorlds theme...
Aug 20, 2021
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China introduces centralised ticketing system for live performance industry
The China Association of Performing Arts (CAPA) has announced the introduction of a nationwide centralised ticketing system for its thriving live performance sector. Aiming to...
Aug 20, 2021
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Fremantle Biennale announces drone light show as part of major art event
The Fremantle Biennale has announced the program for the third iteration of the site-responsive art festival, with the title - CROSSING 21 - which will run from 5th – 21st...
Aug 20, 2021
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Outback music festival organiser to demand proof of vaccination for attendees in 2022
The organiser behind Birdsville’s Big Red Bash and Broken Hill’s Mundi Mundi Bash has announced that anyone wanting to attend either festival in 2022 must be fully vaccinated...
Aug 19, 2021
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Proposal announced to transform Penrith into a film production precinct
A proposal has been announced to transform part of Penrith Lakes into a $150 million, 41-hectare film production precinct with public consultation being sought over changes to...
Aug 19, 2021
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Northern Territory events remain an economic driver
The Northern Territory’s events industry has boomed over the past financial year, giving the local economy a much-needed boost. New research shows eight events delivered or...
Aug 19, 2021
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Victorian Government provides more support to live performance sector
The Victorian Government is providing more support for those employed in the live performance sector that have been impacted by recent COVID restrictions. The support program is...
Aug 18, 2021
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No Bluesfest Festival for 2021, as event reschedules to Easter 2022
Major Australian music festival Bluesfest have announced that due to ongoing COVID impacts, they will not proceed this October and have instead rescheduled to Easter 2022 (15th...
Aug 17, 2021
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UFC Fight Island set to return to Abu Dhabi in October
Following the success of last year’s bouts and as part of the five-year partnership forged by UFC and the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), the...
Aug 17, 2021
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Adelaide’s Her Majesty’s Theatre secures major awards
Adelaide’s recently redeveloped Her Majesty’s Theatre secured two major awards at the weekend’s Master Builders South Australia Building Excellence Awards 2021, adding to its...
Aug 16, 2021
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Creative New Zealand welcomes local government supporting arts and culture
Creative New Zealand has acknowledged how councils have made significant commitments to supporting arts and culture in their communities through the long-term planning process....
Aug 15, 2021
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Vivaticket enhances its enta platform to provide additional support to clients
Leading global ticketing business, Vivaticket, has enhanced its enta platform to provide a host of benefits that are being requested by its clients across Australia. During...
Aug 13, 2021
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