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Launceston’s Albert Hall secures $3.9 million towards upgrades
The City of Launceston has voted to invest a further $3.9 million towards upgrades and improvements within its Albert Hall convention centre, in addition to the Eastern Wing...
Mar 9, 2025
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New Zealand Commerce Commission investigates wait for Juicy Fest NZ ticket refunds
New Zealand's Commerce Commission is following up on hundreds of complaints following the cancellation of this past summer’s Juicy Fest NZ music festival. Frustrated...
Mar 9, 2025
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Australian Live Music Business Council ‘delighted’ by findings of Parliamentary inquiry into live music
Industry groups including the Australian Live Music Business Council (ALMBC) and music licencing body APRA AMCOS have welcomed recommendations in the newly report on the future...
Mar 7, 2025
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WOMADelaide festival returns to Adelaide
WOMADelaide has returned to Adelaide attracting music lovers, festivalgoers and artists from across the world for four spectacular days and nights. WOMADelaide – World Of Music...
Mar 7, 2025
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Parliamentary live music inquiry delivers ‘practical and achievable’ recommendations to support the industry
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts has released a report recommending that the Federal Government introduce a ticket levy on large...
Mar 7, 2025
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Live Nation latest study reveals Gen Z craving ‘real-life’ experiences
A new study exploring the mindset of Gen Z has revealed a shift from being digital natives to a generation craving real-life connections, with 86.2% citing 'realness' and...
Mar 6, 2025
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ASTN partners with ISTA and SEICon to expand international reach
The Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN) has partnered with the International Sports Technology Association (ISTA) and Sports, Entertainment and Innovation Conference...
Mar 6, 2025
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24/7 Software enhances event operations for Sidney Myer Music Bowl
The implementation of cloud-based venue operations and safety management platform, 24/7 Software, is enhancing operations for the Arts Centre Melbourne’s iconic Sidney Myer...
Mar 6, 2025
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Eventbrite reimagines App to focus on personalised event discovery
Eventbrite is updating its consumer app to turn event discovery into an experience of its own – making it easier for young adults to get personalised recommendations, explore...
Mar 6, 2025
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Fanatics launches new ticketing strategy with Ticketmaster partnership
Global digital sports platform Fanatics has announced a partnership with Ticketmaster to create the Fanatics Ticket Marketplace. The USA-based sport merchandise, events and live...
Mar 5, 2025
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Sports Technology to combine with Media Tech at the MCG
Australia Sports Innovation Week is moving to the next level as organisers Sports Tech World Series (STWS) announce that its 2025 edition will link with leading media technology...
Mar 5, 2025
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Australia Zoo offers refuge for wildlife as Cyclone Alfred prompts cancellation of Green Day’s Gold Coast concert
The impending arrival of Tropical Cyclone Alfred in South East Queensland and its likely impact of native wildlife, has prompted Australia Zoo to offer its support as an animal...
Mar 5, 2025
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Live Nation announces rebranding of its Secret Sounds Connect marketing agency
Global leader in live entertainment, Live Nation, has announced the rebranding of its ‘Secret Sounds Connect’ to ‘Connect by Live Nation’ - highlighting a continued commitment...
Mar 5, 2025
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Festival organisers merge forces under one umbrella ‘Noisy Group’
The founders behind Kingdom Sounds and Rolling Sets Festival, Steve Sewell and Matt Wise, are merging forces under one powerhouse umbrella - Noisy Group – aimed at bringing a...
Mar 4, 2025
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Matrix Concepts partners with X Park to develop first extreme sports park for Malaysia's Johor
Matrix Concepts Holdings Bhd has partnered with Motormarin Sdn Bhd (X Park) to develop the first extreme sports theme park in Bandar Seri Impian at Kluang, Johor, Malaysia. This...
Mar 4, 2025
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Billie Eilish tour sets new attendance record for Qudos Bank Arena
The Billie Eilish 'Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour' has set a new single event attendance record for Qudos Bank Arena, a TEG venue, located in Sydney Olympic Park and operated by ASM...
Mar 4, 2025
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Live music and triathlon among Lake Macquarie festival offerings
The Lake Mac Festival is underway with the inaugural four month long festival including live music and triathlon in March. Lake Macquarie City Council Manager Arts Culture and...
Mar 4, 2025
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Adelaide Fringe tickets discounted to celebrate inaugural SA Women’s Week
The South Australian Government has funded discounted Adelaide Fringe tickets to celebrate South Australia’s inaugural SA Women’s Week. The SA Government’s Office for Women...
Mar 4, 2025
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ICC Sydney spotlights Les Misérables spectacular as its record breaking live entertainment event
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has flagged its house records for the longest running event and highest number of ticket sales with...
Mar 3, 2025
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Hong Kong Government excited by potential of multi-purpose Kai Tak Sports Park
Saturday’s official opening of the Kai Tak Sports Park has been heralded as marking the beginning of a new era for Hong Kong as major hub for events in Asia. Speaking at the...
Mar 3, 2025
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Transformation of Sydney’s Accor Stadium into motorsport facility for Race Of Champions
Sydney’s Accor Stadium, Australia’s largest rectangular stadium with a capacity of 83,000 is being transformed into a motorsport facility to host ‘The Race Of Champions’ event...
Mar 3, 2025
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First speakers announced for 2025 Australian Festival Industry Conference
The Australian Festival Industry Conference (AFIC) has advised of the first round of confirmed speakers who will appear at its 2025 event in Brisbane. John Rostron, Chief...
Mar 2, 2025
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Matthew Lutton named Artistic Director of the Adelaide Festival 2026 - 2028
The Adelaide Festival Corporation Board has today announced the appointment of Matthew Lutton OAM as Artistic Director of the Adelaide Festival from 2026 to 2028. Lutton will...
Mar 2, 2025
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Gemba integrates Turnstile platform into their sponsorship offerings
Gemba has announced that as of today, Turnstile will be operating as a core product within their sponsorship offering for brands and rightsholders. Rob Mills, Chief Executive of...
Mar 2, 2025
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