News: Entertainment
Warner Bros. Movie World launches Aquaman exhibition
Linking with the upcoming action adventure movie Aquaman, Gold Coast theme park Warner Bros. Movie World is presenting an Aquaman Exhibition features signature set-pieces, props...
Dec 12, 2018
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MSL acknowledged among fastest growing companies in Asia Pacific
MPower MSL has announced that it has been ranked Number 331 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ Asia Pacific 2018, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology companies in...
Dec 11, 2018
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Funlab opens its largest Holey Moley attraction at Clarke Quay in Singapore
Funlab, the Australian company behind leading entertainment brands Holey Moley, Strike Bowling, Archie Bros Cirque Electric, B.Lucky & Sons and Sky Zone, has opened its largest...
Dec 10, 2018
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NSW Government to apply tough new licence conditions to dance music festival organiser
Following the death of a teenage festival goer at its Knockout Games of Destiny event in Sydney at the weekend, promoter Harder Styles United is set to be hit with tough new...
Dec 10, 2018
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Lumière cinema to open at the Arts Centre of Christchurch
The golden days of cinema are set to return to Otautahi with the opening of a new boutique cinema at the Arts Centre te Matatiki Toi Ora. Lumière will be co-owned and managed by...
Dec 9, 2018
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Northern Territory Major Events Company grows industry capability
The Northern Territory’s events portfolio and industry capability is being enhanced, with Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) hosting the first in a series of...
Dec 9, 2018
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Viagogo agrees to UK competition authority demands on ticket resales
Ticket reseller Viagogo has advised that it has reached a “ground-breaking settlement” with the UK Competition and Markets Authority bringing an end to the legal dispute between...
Dec 8, 2018
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Summer events in Wellington set to break attendance records
Wellington is ready to present one of its largest ever events schedules through the summer, with just four of the region’s biggest musical performances and cultural experiences...
Dec 6, 2018
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ICC secures Best Venue Team at the Exhibition and Event Association Australasia Awards for Excellence
International Convention Sydney (ICC) has taken home the highly coveted Best Venue Team at the Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia’s (EEAA) Awards for Excellence for...
Dec 6, 2018
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The P.A. People deliver ground-breaking BOSE loudspeaker system for Sydney Kings
After almost 25 years, Sydney’s The P.A. People have returned to their rental roots, purchasing a Bose ShowMatch Delta-Q array loudspeaker system for their Event Communications...
Dec 5, 2018
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Queensland multicultural events share $1.3 million funding in 2019
More than 150 multicultural events to be held throughout the State in 2019 will share in $1.3 million in funding from the Queensland Government’s Celebrating Multicultural...
Dec 5, 2018
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Arts Market set to launch New Zealand performing arts worldwide
The best of New Zealand’s performing arts offerings will be further promoted on the international stage when the sector gathers to see a meticulously curated selection of...
Dec 5, 2018
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ANZ Stadium prepares to mark 20 Years of Blood, Sweat and Cheers
As it prepares to celebrate its 20-year milestone on 6th March 2019, ANZ Stadium has unveiled a spectacular mural on its front windows showcasing the most memorable moments of...
Dec 5, 2018
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Bankwest secures naming rights to Western Sydney Stadium
Western Sydney Stadium will now be known as ‘Bankwest Stadium’ after a seven-year partnership between the NSW Government and Bankwest for naming-rights of Western Sydney’s...
Dec 5, 2018
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Tickets.com Launches New Google Pay Mobile Ticketing Integration
As part of its vision to continuously develop and integrate ticketing technology that redefines the patron experience, Tickets.com announced its launch of Passes in Google Pay™...
Dec 4, 2018
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Major summer events to boost Queensland economy
More than $80 million will be injected into Queensland’s economy this summer thanks to a blockbuster line-up of events. The list of events includes the Australian PGA...
Dec 4, 2018
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Partnership established between Melbourne and Olympic Parks and Starlight Children's Foundation
Melbourne and Olympic Parks (M&OP) has announced a pivotal two-year partnership with the Starlight Children’s Foundation (Starlight) to support its invaluable work helping...
Dec 3, 2018
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Midnight Oil to perform at Birdsville Big Red Bash Music Festival
Midnight Oil's headlining appearance at the 7th Birdsville Big Red Bash will be their first appearance in Australia since their 'Great Circle World Tour' came to a close in...
Dec 3, 2018
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New attractions and entertainment planned for The Australian Reptile Park during Summer Holidays
Jurassic Zoo is one of the largest holiday promotions for the Australian Reptile Park (recently awarded the NSW Business of the Year). Attractions and entertainment include new...
Dec 3, 2018
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Former Sydney Olympic Park executive calls for abolition of SCG Trust
With NSW opposition leader Michael Daley this week questioning whether a future NSW Labor Government would continue with plans to redevelop Sydney's planned new Moore Park...
Dec 1, 2018
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UK court ruling set to see Viagogo having to reimburse fans
Viagogo could be forced to pay back millions of pounds to United Kingdom fans who bought tickets through the site only to be turned away at the door. A landmark court order...
Dec 1, 2018
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LPA welcomes Labor Plans on Ticketing and Music
Labor’s policy announcements for action on ticket gouging and support for Australian music have been welcomed by Live Performance Australia, the peak body for Australia’s live...
Nov 30, 2018
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Sydney Fringe Festival report highlights the prohibitive restrictions hindering creative industries
Sydney Fringe has launched An Anthology of Space 2015-2018 , a 94-page report outlining prohibitive restrictions preventing Sydney’s creative sectors from activating empty...
Nov 28, 2018
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Melbourne and Olympic Parks announce venue refurbishment plans
The Melbourne and Olympic Parks Trust has announced a series of refurbished venues across its world-class events precinct located on the edge of Melbourne’s vibrant CBD. Rod...
Nov 28, 2018
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