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Les Mills welcomes research showing that dance is the best exercise to help stay mentally young
New research from global group fitness leader Les Mills suggests that exercisers can dance their way to good brain health. Les Mills Head of Research Bryce Hastings sees that...
Oct 3, 2018
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Ticket resellers included in latest Ticketing Code of Practice
Live Performance Australia (LPA) has released the latest edition of its Ticketing Code of Practice which has been expanded to include companies that operate in the secondary...
Oct 3, 2018
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Major redevelopment of Sydney harbourside arts precinct begins
Work on Stage One of the redevelopment of the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct on Sydney Harbour is set to begin with the NSW Government having signed a contract with Richard Crookes...
Oct 2, 2018
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Hong Kong Ticketing switches to Softix technology platform
Leading ticketing, live entertainment and data analytics company TEG has announced that Hong Kong Ticketing (HK TICKETING) has successfully switched to TEG’s Softix ticketing...
Oct 2, 2018
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New experiences prove popular at 2018 Melbourne Royal Show
Victoria’s largest annual community event, the Melbourne Royal Show has concluded after 11 days of food, fun and entertainment. Conducted annually by The Royal Agricultural...
Oct 2, 2018
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Music Theatre International Australasia expands Junior Theatre celebrations
Music Theatre International Australasia, in partnership with AMICI Trust in New Zealand and producers Shane Bransdon and Daniel Stoddart, founders of OzTheatrics in Australia,...
Oct 1, 2018
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VMA expands 'After Five' program
The Venue Management Association [Asia and Pacific] (VMA) is expanding its popular After 5! functions with its first event in Tasmania. Following ongoing success with the...
Sep 30, 2018
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Populous expands global footprint with Dubai office opening
Global architecture and design practice Populous has opened a new office in Dubai to bring its design expertise to its Middle Eastern clients. The move extends Populous’ global...
Sep 30, 2018
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Deni Ute Muster 2018 marks 20 years
The past two days have seen the Deni Ute Muster celebrate its 20th birthday with international superstar Carrie Underwood performing her only full Australian show to close the...
Sep 29, 2018
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Arts sponsorship and donations revenue rises in volatile and uneven climate
Revenue from corporate sponsorship, donations and net fundraising events within the major performing arts sector continues to track ahead of consumer price index levels,...
Sep 29, 2018
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Holey Moley announces first New Zealand mini-golf attraction
Funlab has announced that it will launch its first Holey Moley mini-golf attraction in New Zealand on the Auckland waterfront on 11th October. The $3 million attraction, that...
Sep 28, 2018
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Melbourne Theatre Company announces major partnership with ANZ
The Melbourne Theatre Company (MTC) has announced a major three-year partnership with ANZ that will see the bank become the exclusive major partner for MTC’s ANZ Forum Nights....
Sep 27, 2018
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AEG to expand in South East Asia with development of two multi-purpose venues in Bangkok
Global sport and live entertainment giant AEG is to partner with Thailand-based shopping centre developer The Mall Group Co. to invest 10 billion baht (US$309 million) to build...
Sep 27, 2018
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Global study reveals the importance of live music in escaping digital overload
Live Nation, the world’s largest live entertainment company, has today released results of a global study showing that in today’s digital age, live music is more necessary than...
Sep 27, 2018
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NSW Government urged to delay rebuilding of ANZ Stadium
A NSW Parliamentary inquiry has urged the NSW Government to first complete development work on Sydney's Allianz Stadium before refurbishing ANZ Stadium. In March, the NSW...
Sep 27, 2018
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Kidzmondo to open child orientated mini-city in Melbourne
Middle Eastern ‘edutainment’ brand Kidzmondo is set to open a new ‘mini-city’ family entertainment centre in Melbourne’s Eastern suburbs. Aimed at children aged between two and...
Sep 26, 2018
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Les Mills collaborates with Hollywood actress Nina Dobrev to launch fresh new dance workout
Les Mills has teamed up with Hollywood actress Nina Dobrev to shape the special edition Reebok X Les Mills BOYDJAM workout ‘Dance #LIKENINA’. Successful over many years, the...
Sep 26, 2018
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Ardent Leisure facing naming challenges with new Dreamworld simulator ride
Ardent Leisure is reportedly facing a series of obstacles with the branding of its new ‘flying theatre’ simulator ride at Dreamworld. Following an abortive attempt to register...
Sep 25, 2018
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Pop-up Globe announces Sydney performance extension
After critical acclaim and unprecedented popular demand, the creators of Pop-up Globe and Live Nation have announced that four additional weeks of performances have been...
Sep 25, 2018
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New technology enhances projection and display at Gold Coast’s Australian Outback Spectacular
A recently completed installation by world leading digital projection and display technology company Christie’s Boxer and Pandoras Box solutions at the Australian Outback...
Sep 25, 2018
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Architect condemns Sydney Football Stadium rebuilding plans
Philip Vivian, Director of the multidisciplinary design firm Bates Smart, has criticised plans by the NSW Government to demolish and rebuild Sydney's Allianz Stadium (Sydney...
Sep 24, 2018
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Live Nation names new General Manager for Melbourne’s Palais Theatre plus funding for 13 community projects
Live Nation Australia has today announced the appointment of Neil Cox as General Manager of St Kilda venue the Palais Theatre, while also announcing 13 community projects as...
Sep 24, 2018
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Allianz Stadium set for last ever sporting fixture
Today’s NRL Preliminary Final between the Sydney Roosters and South Sydney Rabbitohs will be the last sporting fixture at Sydney’s Allianz Stadium. While Michael Bublé’s concert...
Sep 21, 2018
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Melbourne Royal Show looks to attract new generation of showgoers
Mindful of changing entertainment tastes, the 2018 Melbourne Royal Show - which opens today - is looking to attract a new generation of showgoers. Now in its 162nd year, the...
Sep 21, 2018
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