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Australian Festival Industry Conference releases call for speakers
The Australian Festival Industry Conference (AFIC) is inviting expressions of interest (EOIs) from speakers for this year’s event in Brisbane – being held on 8th and 9th...
Jan 21, 2025
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Momentus Technologies continues as EVANZ Premium Partner
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) has announced that Momentus Technologies have re-signed as Premium Partner to continue their support during 2025....
Jan 21, 2025
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VMA reports cyberattack
The Venue Management Association [Asia and Pacific] has reported that it has experienced a cyberattack targeting its email systems. In a communication to members it advises “we...
Jan 19, 2025
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City of Newcastle appoints new festival director and begins search for local programming
The City of Newcastle has appointed Tory Loudon as Festival Director and is now looking to put together the program for the 10-day event ‘New Annual’, which will be held from...
Jan 19, 2025
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Planned extension for Hillarys Protected Entertainment Precinct
Aimed at increasing the safety of locals and visitors to the boat harbour and surrounding areas, an extended Hillarys Protected Entertainment Precinct (PEP) comes into effect...
Jan 19, 2025
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New appointees announced to Stadiums Queensland Board
The Queensland Government has announced a refresh of the Stadiums Queensland board with five new directors: Stephen Moore, Michael Dobbie-Bridges, Debra Rains, Mary-Ann Strelow...
Jan 17, 2025
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New Stats Perform report shows sports’ excitement about the transformative potential of AI
A newly published report has revealed that sports media organisations and sponsors are excited about the transformative potential of artificial intelligence on helping grow fans...
Jan 17, 2025
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Former Chief Executive of Harvest Rain Theatre Company faces multiple abuse charges
The identity of the Brisbane theatre producer charged with numerous child and adult sex offences has been confirmed as former Harvest Rain Theatre Company Chief Executive,...
Jan 16, 2025
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18,000 fans expected for trial concert at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park
Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park is set to welcome its largest attendance to date on Saturday, with 18,000 people expected at the main stadium’s first trial concert, ahead of a...
Jan 16, 2025
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Darkfield premieres its fifth immersive audio experience ‘Invisible’ at Adelaide Fringe
Darkfield is premiering its fifth immersive audio experience Invisible in Australia at the Adelaide Fringe alongside its other experiences ‘Séance’ and ‘Flight’. Darkfield’s...
Jan 15, 2025
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Saudi Arabia’s entertainment authority opens registrations for ‘Happiness Creators’ and unveils investment opportunities
Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority has announced the opening of registration for the fourth cohort of its ‘Entertainment Leaders’ and ‘Entertainment Fellowship’...
Jan 15, 2025
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Redevelopment secured for Roxy Community Theatre
Leeton Shire Council, located in the Riverina region of New South Wales, has announced that their Growing Regions Round 2 application submitted in late 2024 has been successful...
Jan 14, 2025
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Music Australia invests $2 million into Contemporary Music Sector
An investment of $2 million by Music Australia will support 17 organisations to strengthen core operations and staffing, administrative and running costs, and professional...
Jan 14, 2025
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Dunedin City Council reopens submissions for its draft Festivals and Events Plan
Submissions have been reopened for Dunedin City Council’s draft Festivals and Events Plan following ongoing interest after the initial deadline closed. The new deadline for...
Jan 13, 2025
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26th Harbin Ice and Snow Festival attracts one million visitors in 20 days
The 26th Harbin Ice and Snow Festival which opened on 21st December 2024 welcomed 1.03 million visitors just 20 days after opening, setting a record high for the annual winter...
Jan 13, 2025
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Melbourne and Olympic Parks invests $20 million in venue upgrades ahead of Australian Open
In advance of the Australian Open and its schedule of year-round events in 2025, Melbourne & Olympic Parks (M&OP) has unveiled a more than $20 million upgrade program. The...
Jan 12, 2025
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Tasmanian Showgrounds to receive upgrades
10 Tasmanian agricultural show societies have been granted funds through the Tasmanian Government’s 2024-25 Agricultural Show Development Grants Program. Livestock yard...
Jan 12, 2025
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Embed announces global leadership restructuring
Embed, the worldwide supplier of point-of-sale and revenue management systems, has announced a series of relocations and new appointments to drive growth through 2025. To...
Jan 12, 2025
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UK live entertainment industry welcomes proposals to crack down on ticket scalping
Moves by the UK Government to legislate a cap on the price of resold tickets for concerts, live sport and other events has been hailed by figures in the live entertainment and...
Jan 10, 2025
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Latest AO Startups includes seven more companies
A second group of start-ups pioneering new fan and event technologies has joined the innovative AO StartUps program. The new cohort - Volta, Oho, INTIX, Foodini, Scala Sports,...
Jan 10, 2025
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Live Nation Concerts names new Senior Vice President of Artist Development and Global Touring
Live Nation has today announced the appointment of Milly Olykan as Senior Vice President of Artist Development and Global Touring. Joining the company’s Concerts division in...
Jan 10, 2025
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Victoria Police to increase charges for patrols and security at major entertainment and sport events
A major revision of fees will see major sporting events, festivals and concerts having to pay more for patrolling and security undertaken by Victoria Police. The first...
Jan 9, 2025
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Australian Live Music Business Council looks for industry input on Pre-Budget submission
Looking for Federal Government support for the industry, the Australian Live Music Business Council (ALMBC) is inviting its members and stakeholders to contribute to a...
Jan 9, 2025
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Cygnet Folk Festival celebrates local and international music and culture
Tasmania’s 2025 Cygnet Folk Festival is being held from 10th to 12th January delivering its signature celebration of local and international music and culture to the Huon...
Jan 9, 2025
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