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Dreamworld’s long-awaited Sky Voyager takes flight
On a significant day for the Gold Coast theme park, Dreamworld has today commenced operations of its new $20-million Sky Voyager attraction. The Southern Hemisphere’s first ever...
Aug 23, 2019
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GTI Asia China Expo introduces new zone for virtual reality amusements
The upcoming GTI Asia China Expo is to include a new exhibitor zone for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) products. Introducing the Expo’s new zone, a GTI Asia...
Aug 22, 2019
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Aussie World launches Oktober Feast event with a contemporary twist
Sunshine Coast amusement park Aussie World is to give the traditional Bavarian Oktober Festival a fresh and contemporary twist with the launch of Oktober Feast on 5th October....
Aug 22, 2019
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Wellington Regional Stadium Trust reveals naming rights deal with the Sky Network
The Wellington Regional Stadium Trust and New Zealand’s Sky Network Television Ltd have announced a new partnership that will see the broadcaster replace Westpac as the venue’s...
Aug 21, 2019
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Priava management buy-out to fuel future growth
International venue and event management software company Priava is set to continue its 22-year growth following founder Michael Scroop’s sale of his interest in the business to...
Aug 21, 2019
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Sydney events funding under scrutiny after release of Destination NSW contracts
The NSW opposition has called for an independent review of funding for arts and cultural events following reports that senior NSW Government staff received free tickets and...
Aug 21, 2019
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Aotea Centre’s ASB Theatre to be renamed Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre
Aotea Centre’s ASB Theatre to be renamed Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre As an acknowledgement of Dame Kiri Te Kanawa’s formidable talent and contribution to the arts as one of the...
Aug 20, 2019
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Eventbrite research reveals Australia’s event trends
A new study conducted by Eventbrite, a global ticketing and event technology platform that has powered more than one million events in Australia, provides an insight into the...
Aug 20, 2019
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Darwin Festival sets 40-year record for ticket sales
With a week of events left to run, the 2019 Darwin Festival has sold more tickets than any other time in its 40-year history. Since commencing on 8th August, more than 44,000...
Aug 20, 2019
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West HQ and NEC Australia to introduce industry leading customer experience at new Sydney Coliseum Theatre
NEC Australia has today announced a major Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and Digital Display partnership with Sydney’s newest Entertainment, Fitness, Lifestyle...
Aug 19, 2019
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Consumer Affairs Victoria issues advice on avoiding ticket scams
Following a significant increase in ticket-related complaints, Consumer Affairs Victoria has advised buyers to "stay mindful" when purchasing tickets to events. Reporting that,...
Aug 19, 2019
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Timezone Charlestown entertainment venue set for renovation
Timezone Charlestown entertainment venue has closed for renovation and will re-open in time for September school holidays. The upgrade is part of The Entertainment and Education...
Aug 19, 2019
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Australian Festival Industry Conference expands to two days
Interest in the inaugural Australian Festival Industry Conference (AFIC), being held in Coffs Harbour, has seen the event expanded to two days - 24th and 25th October - to allow...
Aug 19, 2019
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Adelaide Festival Centre Foundation launches 'Buy A Seat' fundraising campaign
Theatre lovers can etch their name into the history of Adelaide’s Her Majesty's Theatre by purchasing a seat in the redeveloped venue. As part of Adelaide Festival Centre...
Aug 18, 2019
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Upgrades completed at Gisborne's Lawson Field Theatre
The $3.6 million upgrade of the Lawson Field Theatre in Gisborne is now complete and ready for its first public event and official opening concert next month. The upgrade and...
Aug 16, 2019
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Northland Event Centre secures new naming rights sponsor
The Northland Events Centre Trust has announced that local Northland company, the Stan Semenoff Group, has been secured as the venue’s new naming rights sponsor. Advising that...
Aug 15, 2019
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Smart Stadium and Arena Congress to address fan experience, venue safety and revenue generation
The delivery of innovative stadium and arenas to enhance fan experience, ensure public safety and maximise revenue generation is to be addressed at the 2019 Smart Stadium and...
Aug 14, 2019
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Opera set to add value to Brisbane tourism economy
Ticket sales data recently released for Richard Wagner’s epic Der Ring des Nibelungen, or ‘The Ring’, have shown that within two months of the event being announced for the...
Aug 14, 2019
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Circus Oz names new Executive Director
Circus Oz has announced the appointment of Penny Miles as its new Executive Director. Revealing the appointment, Circus Oz Chair, Nick Yates explained that Miles has excellent...
Aug 13, 2019
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Fun and creativity the focus of Marvel Stadium's new kids zone
Marvel Stadium has added to its array of non-sporting activities with the unveiling of its new Kids Zone on the first level of the stadium. Designed to provide families with a...
Aug 12, 2019
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New Bali indoor theme park set to open before year end
A new indoor theme park, Trans Studio Bali, is set to open on the Indonesian holiday island before the end of the year. Developed by CT Corp, Indonesia’s leading theme park...
Aug 10, 2019
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Qudos Bank Arena partners with JBL to deliver stadium quality audio
Qudos Bank Arena has announced their new partnership with JBL which sees the audio experts become the Sydney venue’s official Lifestyle Audio partner. JBL provides an immersive...
Aug 9, 2019
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Harvey Lister: Cairns Convention Centre expansion great news for north Queensland
Harvey Lister, Chairman and Chief Executive of venues operator AEG Ogden, has welcomed the Queensland Government’s announcement of a $176 million upgrade of the award-winning...
Aug 8, 2019
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Qiddiya giga-project reveals new masterplan video
Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya Investment Company has released a new video of its master plan while also discussing potential funding and job opportunities at its entertainment and...
Aug 7, 2019
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