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Dubai Government allows concerts and events to run under strict health and safety guidelines
The Government of Dubai has released a directive allowing the resumption of concerts and live events dependent on strict health and safety measures being in place, including...
Aug 3, 2020
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Viagogo defends New Zealand ticket resale practices
Controversial ticket reseller Viagogo has defended its online platform in the wake of inflated ticket prices for upcoming performances of the Great Moscow Circus Whangarei....
Aug 3, 2020
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Zamperla introduces ride washing system for post-Coronavirus hygiene
International amusement ride manufacturer, Zamperla has launched a new Wash-Through Ride System to ensure guest safety as attractions reopen. Having conducted a strategic study...
Aug 3, 2020
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iTICKET urges New Zealand ticket buyers to shun Viagogo
Auckland-based ticketing company iTICKET has urged ticket buyers to avoid resale platform Viagogo after reportedly experiencing a slew of complaints since live events resumed in...
Aug 3, 2020
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Australian Major Performing Arts Group to make way for new unified advocacy body
The Australian Major Performing Arts Group (AMPAG) has advised that it is to cease operation and become part of a new unified advocacy voice for the not-for-profit performing...
Aug 2, 2020
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Applications open for inaugural Great Southern Nights music event
Destination NSW has advised that music venues across the state can now apply for support to host a gig as part of NSW’s industry-leading new music event, Great Southern Nights,...
Aug 2, 2020
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Merlin Entertainments Group’s Sydney attractions offer frontline workers free entry in August
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Tower Eye and WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo are sending a big ‘thank you’ to frontline workers with free entry throughout the month of August. Merlin...
Jul 30, 2020
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Sydney Fringe announces live performances and full program for Global Fringe
Sydney Fringe has today announced the full program for the inaugural Global Fringe developed in partnership with Brighton Fringe, New Zealand Fringe, Stockholm Fringe, San Diego...
Jul 30, 2020
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Museums Victoria goes live with Vivaticket’s ticketing and access control solution
Museums Victoria has announced the installation of Vivaticket’s ticketing and access control solution is now live at the Melbourne Museum and Scienceworks. Web sales went live...
Jul 29, 2020
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Hello Kitty Land Tokyo launches its partial reopening with entertaining and instructive video
Coinciding with the partial reopening of their theme park, Hello Kitty Land Tokyo, also known as Sanrio Puroland has launched an entertaining and informative video to support...
Jul 29, 2020
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Ord Valley Events announces 20th Ord Valley Muster to go ahead in May 2021
Following the need to cancel Western Australia’s Ord Valley Muster this year due to COVID-19, Ord Valley Events has announced the 20th Ord Valley Muster will be held from 21st...
Jul 29, 2020
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Project to transform Logan’s historic Kingston Butter Factory now underway
The Kingston Butter Factory has begun its transformation into Logan’s performing arts and cultural precinct, set to host major performances, festivals, markets and regular...
Jul 28, 2020
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Performing Arts Network of New Zealand explores need for a central arts sector hub
The Performing Arts Network of New Zealand (PANNZ) is investigating the possibility of creating a central arts sector hub - a digital platform where work, ideas and tools from...
Jul 28, 2020
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Northern Territory Parrtjima arts event confirmed while Bassinthegrass festival on hold
One of the Northern Territory’s most popular music festivals, Bassinthegrass scheduled for 31st October this year, is on hold until 15th May 2021 due to uncertainty around...
Jul 27, 2020
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Ticketek New Zealand to offer Afterpay service to consumers
Ticketek New Zealand is set to offer consumers the option to ‘buy now pay later’ for tickets via Afterpay, the global financial technology services provider. The move follows...
Jul 27, 2020
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Triotech XD Dark Ride opens at Rainbow’s End in Auckland
Auckland amusement park Rainbow’s End has revealed the completion of a new XD Dark Ride, custom made for the business and installed by Canadian media-based attractions creators...
Jul 27, 2020
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Brisbane-based ticket scammer gets five-year prison sentence
A serial conman who defrauded a dozen ticket buyers by pretending to sell them concert tickets online, has today been sentenced to five-and-a-half years in prison by a Court in...
Jul 27, 2020
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Dubai's Global Village to run for 25 weeks from October
The organisers of Dubai’s annual global village attraction have revealed that its 25th season with run for 25 weeks from October with additional various health and safety...
Jul 26, 2020
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Hidden Treasures music festival returns to Fremantle this September
The City of Fremantle’s much-loved Hidden Treasures music festival will return to Fremantle’s historic West End in September. Now in its 10th year, Hidden Treasures will feature...
Jul 26, 2020
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Bluesfest highlights losses incurred due to festival cancellation in 2020
The Bluesfest Festival, held annually over the Easter weekend in Byron Bay, has released its economic loss report highlighting the impact of COVID-19 restrictions on gross...
Jul 26, 2020
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Leading theatre producer, Michael Cassel Group announces new partnership with TEG
Michael Cassel Group, one of the world’s leading theatre producers, has today announced it has accepted a strategic investment from Amplify, a global live entertainment and...
Jul 26, 2020
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NRL broadcasts lose more than a million viewers since competition restart
The NRL has seen its audience decline by more than a million viewers - a quarter of its television following - since the competition restarted. Despite the NRL advising of a...
Jul 26, 2020
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UFC’s Abu Dhabi Fight Nights 'absolutely a win’
The UFC’s inaugural Fight Island events in Abu Dhabi have been “one of the most important moments in the promotion’s history” according to UFC Senior Vice President David Shaw....
Jul 23, 2020
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Social Traders awarded $50,000 worth of expert branding work
Boutique Melbourne-based brand agency, Taylor & Grace has announced that Social Traders are the winner of their 50for50 competition – receiving $50,000 worth of expert branding...
Jul 23, 2020
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