News: Entertainment
Consultation suggests closer scrutiny of Major Performing Arts Framework funding
A consultation paper from the Federal Department of Communication and the Arts has suggested that funding to major performing arts companies should be under contracts reviewed...
Oct 16, 2018
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Eden Park to host 2018 EVANZ Annual Conference
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) has opened registrations for its 2018 Annual Conference, being held at Auckland’s Eden Park, the country’s largest...
Oct 15, 2018
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Recognition for marketing through adversity secures Award win for Australia Council
Performing effective communications functions with key stakeholders and the Australian public through a period of adversity has seen the Australia Council for the Arts gain...
Oct 15, 2018
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Bounce to open first female-only trampoline park in Saudi Arabia
Bounce Middle East has announced that it is to open the world’s first female-only trampoline park in the Saudi Arabian capital of Riydah in the coming months. The new 3,000...
Oct 15, 2018
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Australian Cultural Ministers release consultation on future Major Performing Arts funding
The Australian, state and territory governments have today released a consultation paper on potential enhancements to the Major Performing Arts (MPA) Framework. Following...
Oct 14, 2018
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Congress to explore future strategies for stadiums and arenas
Returning for its third edition this week, the Australia and New Zealand Stadium and Arena Congress will feature international and Australian thought leaders who will share...
Oct 14, 2018
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Merlin Entertainments looks at Australian expansion
Merlin Entertainments - the biggest owner of visitor attractions in Australia and New Zealand - is on track for a record year and actively scouting for expansion opportunities....
Oct 12, 2018
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Accesso to introduce ticket booking feature via Google Maps
Leading attractions technology solutions provider accesso Technology has partnered with Google to enable its clients to make tickets available through Google Maps. Set to launch...
Oct 11, 2018
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Australia Council announces new Chief Executive
The Australia Council for the Arts has today announced the appointment of Adrian Collette as its next Chief Executive. Currently employed as the Vice-Principal (Engagement) at...
Oct 11, 2018
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Live Nation enters partnership to develop integrated resort in South Korea
Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment (MGE) and Live Nation Entertainment have announced a multi-year partnership to acquire talent for Project Inspire - MGE's US$5 billion integrated...
Oct 11, 2018
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Eventfinda takes on naming rights and ticketing for North Shore Events Centre
Auckland’s North Shore Events Centre has announced that it has partnered with Eventfinda, with the local ticketing technology firm securing venue naming rights as well as...
Oct 11, 2018
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The P.A. People looks back on ceremonies role at 18th Asian Games
Leading audio-visual company The P. A. People has shared its experiences of its contribution to the recent Opening and Closing Ceremonies for the 18th Asian Games Jakarta...
Oct 9, 2018
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New Attractions Academy offers training for industry professionals
Former Village Roadshow Theme Parks industry trainer Sean McKeogh has launched a new business offering education and training for attractions industry professionals around the...
Oct 8, 2018
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Northland Facebook ticket fraudster convicted
A New Zealand woman who sold fake concert tickets on Facebook for acts including Ed Sheeran and Bruno Mars has been convicted. Lulu Amberlee Pou pleaded guilty in the Whangārei...
Oct 8, 2018
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Events bookings filling calendar for soon to reopen Christchurch Town Hall
Almost eight years since the 2011 February earthquake forced its closure, and three years since restoration work began, Vbase is gearing up for a busy year when the Christchurch...
Oct 7, 2018
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Falls Creek flags 2018 snow season highlights
Victorian ski resort Falls Creek has flagged highlights of the 2018 snow season on its final day. A statement for the resort advises “as we head into the final day we can expect...
Oct 6, 2018
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Major revitalisation will ensure live music future at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion
Two of Sydney’s landmark venues - the Hordern Pavilion and Royal Hall of Industries (RHI) at Moore Park - are to be revitalised as part of a plan that will link community, live...
Oct 5, 2018
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$185,000 fine for Melbourne business underlines need for understanding of licences to play music in public
The owner of a Melbourne bar has been ordered to pay almost $200,000 in damages for playing music without paying the proper licence fees. The Federal Court judgement against the...
Oct 5, 2018
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Anger at use of Sydney Opera House to promote horse racing event
The NSW Government is facing a growing backlash over a decision to display an advertisement for a upcoming horse racing event on the sails of the Sydney Opera House. Prompted by...
Oct 5, 2018
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Successful A-League bid would prompt redevelopment of Campbelltown Sports Stadium
A potential redevelopment of the Campbelltown Sports Stadium would see its seating capacity increased from just over 13,000 to 20,000 within the next five years and the venue...
Oct 4, 2018
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Venue Management School set to reach 25 year education and development landmark
The Venue Management Association [Asia and Pacific] (VMA) is set to mark a significant landmark in November this year with the 25th staging of its Venue Management School (VMS)....
Oct 3, 2018
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Gfinity partners with Arup to design the world's most advanced integrated eSports facility
UK-based eSports company Gfinity is teaming up with multinational professional services firm Ove Arup & Partners Ltd to design a world-leading integrated eSports facility. The...
Oct 3, 2018
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Sydney Opera House achieves carbon neutral goal
The Sydney Opera House has become carbon neutral, achieving certification against the Australian Government’s National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS) and meeting its target to...
Oct 3, 2018
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Hamilton City Council purchases riverside properties for park expansion plan
Hamilton City Council has purchased four central city buildings as part of long-term plans to develop a central city river park and link it with the planned Waikato Regional...
Oct 3, 2018
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