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Environment Protection Authority makes it illegal to release balloons in Victoria
The deliberate releasing of balloons is now illegal in Victoria with the Environment Protection Authority now having increased powers to prevent harm to the environment from...
Jul 19, 2021
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Victorian performing arts community launches advertisement backing COVID-19 vaccinations
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra backed by members of Victoria’s performing arts community has launched an advertisement encouraging people to get vaccinated against COVID-19....
Jul 19, 2021
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Roland launches new standard in hybrid event switching
As the role of hybrid events becomes more critical, Roland - suppliers of audio-visual equipment - has launched the V160HD Streaming Video Switcher, raising the bar in AV...
Jul 19, 2021
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Wakefield Park responds to Goulburn Mulwaree Council’s development application approval
Wakefield Park management has advised that conditions imposed by Goulburn Mulwaree Council on the September 2020 Development Application would have a devastating impact on the...
Jul 18, 2021
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2021 Australian Festival of Chamber Music cancelled due to COVID
The Australian Festival of Chamber Music's much anticipated 10-day event has been cancelled due to Sydney and Melbourne currently experiencing extensive COVID lockdowns. The...
Jul 18, 2021
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Live Nation expands Western Australian operations with acquisition of Mellen Events
Global live entertainment leader, Live Nation, has announced a strategic acquisition of Western Australia’s largest locally based touring company Mellen Events, designed to...
Jul 16, 2021
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Federal Government announces $8.7 million funding for independent cinemas
158 independent cinemas across Australia will share in more than $8.7 million to keep their doors open, under the first batch of the Federal Government’s $20 million Supporting...
Jul 16, 2021
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Hamilton set to welcome weekend All Blacks fixture and sell-out concert
The North Island city of Hamilton will be the focus of global entertainment and sport this weekend as it hosts two international rugby matches and a sell-out concert. This...
Jul 15, 2021
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Victorian Government launches new creative industries strategy
The Victorian Government has launched Creative State 2025 - its new four-year plan, developed with input from many across the State’s creative community. Supported with a $288...
Jul 15, 2021
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Destination NSW reschedules Vivid Sydney 2021
Destination NSW has today announced that in the interest of community health and safety, Vivid Sydney will be rescheduled to run from 17th September to 9th October 2021. NSW...
Jul 14, 2021
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Organisers of inaugural Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash postpone the event
The inaugural Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash planned to be held from 19th to 21st August 2021 has been postponed to run from 23rd to 25th September due to Sydney's ongoing COVID...
Jul 13, 2021
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Spectacular rooftop spaces unveiled for Adelaide’s Her Majesty’s Theatre
Adelaide’s Her Majesty’s Theatre rooftop level is being unveiled today, featuring the new Ian and Pamela Wall Gallery and Pickard Terrace - two rooftop spaces made possible...
Jul 12, 2021
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University of Queensland campus upgrade to include Schonell Theatre redevelopment
The University of Queensland's executive has committed to redevelop its Schonell Theatre under a $300 million master plan for the university's St Lucia campus. The inclusion of...
Jul 11, 2021
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Victorian Government supports Dandenong Sports and Events Centre feasibility study
The Victorian Government is contributing $100,000 towards a feasibility review and development of a business case to be undertaken by Deloitte Australia for a proposed major...
Jul 9, 2021
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Adelaide activated with new annual winter event
Illuminate Adelaide - the new major annual winter event taking over Adelaide’s city streets, laneway and buildings from 16th July to 1st August 2021 – is a celebration of...
Jul 9, 2021
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Sydney Showground General Manager Peter Thorpe announces retirement
With an impressive career in the events industry spanning over four decades, Sydney Showground General Manager Peter Thorpe has today announced his retirement from the premier...
Jul 9, 2021
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TEG announces launch of new global partnership
TEG has announced the launch of TEG Rockefeller, a new strategic global partnership and joint venture with The Rockefeller Company of New York. The Rockefeller Company of New...
Jul 8, 2021
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Intercard installed at Fun Planet in Shepparton
Intercard, a market leader in cashless technology for the amusement and attraction industries, has installed its latest system at Fun Planet - a renovated Family Entertainment...
Jul 8, 2021
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Adelaide Guitar Festival 2021 commences this weekend marking its return as annual event
Adelaide Guitar Festival 2021 commences this weekend with an impressive program of Australia’s top musicians marking the festival’s return as an annual event. Adelaide Guitar...
Jul 8, 2021
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Three-day Big Red Bash music festival sees record attendance
Record crowds have flocked to the Big Red Bash music festival over recent days with around 10,000 campers and caravanners making their way to the outback Queensland event....
Jul 8, 2021
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VMA says Australia getting vaccinated is the key to live entertainment industry’s road to recovery
In response to the National Cabinet’s four phase plan to reopen Australia the Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) Ltd [VMA] is encouraging all their members, member...
Jul 8, 2021
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Funding approved for range of Queenstown events
Funding has been approved for events in Queenstown ranging from the LUMA Southern Light Project and New Zealand Open Golf to bike and music festivals. The events, which provide...
Jul 7, 2021
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2021 Art Music Awards celebrate Australian music fields for 11th year
APRA AMCOS and the Australian Music Centre have released details for the 2021 Art Music Awards - the only event to specifically acknowledge the achievements of Australia’s...
Jul 7, 2021
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Public liability insurance crisis further impacting Queensland country shows
The public liability insurance crisis and the impact it is having on amusement operators and recreational businesses across the country came to a head at the Townsville Show at...
Jul 7, 2021
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