News: Entertainment
Graham Goerke named new Chair at VenuesWest
The Western Australian Government has named long-serving board member Graham Goerke as VenuesWest's new Chairperson. Western Austraian Sport and Recreation Minister Mick Murray...
Jun 26, 2018
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Ungerboeck Asia-Pacific Conference confirms importance of digital engagement
Delegates at the recent the Ungerboeck Asia-Pacific Conference have learned of how digital engagement is central to improving interactions with stakeholders, as well as...
Jun 26, 2018
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Tasmanian Government backs Mona Foma move to Launceston
The Tasmanian Government has committed $1.75 million to a Launceston Mona Foma, for each of the next three years. With northern Tasmanian city having embraced the mini Mofo...
Jun 26, 2018
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New qualifications equip entertainment, recreation and sport managers with front line skills
Skills Active Aotearoa, the industry training organisation for sport and recreation, has launched a new pathway for leaders on the front lines in sport, exercise, community...
Jun 25, 2018
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Channel Nine agrees 2019 Australian Open broadcast deal
Despite recent reports that Channel Nine had not been able to secure a deal with former rights holder Seven West Media to show the Australia Open from 2019, Channel Nine has now...
Jun 25, 2018
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Abu Dhabi developers look for Yas Island to become top global leisure destination
With large-scale and high-profile projects underpinning the growth of tourism in the United Arab Emirates, Miral, the developer of Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, is aiming for the...
Jun 25, 2018
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Adelaide Fringe confirms significant rise in visitor spending
The 2018 Adelaide Fringe has reaffirmed its status as one of Australia’s major public events delivering a 19.3% increase in visitor expenditure to $29.5 million and a record...
Jun 25, 2018
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Westpac Stadium experiences 'weekend from hell' after Ice Hockey Classic cancellation
Westpac Stadium Chief Executive Shane Harmon has told NewstalkZB that the Wellington venue experienced a “weekend from hell" with technical problems and then high winds causing...
Jun 25, 2018
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Massive expansion plans for Tokyo DisneySea
A US$2.27 billion plan to expand the Tokyo DisneySea attraction in Japan iss to include a themed port with three mini-lands and a new hotel. Resort owner the Oriental Land Co....
Jun 20, 2018
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Perth Arena naming rights set to be sold
A deal for the naming rights for the Perth Arena has reportedly been agreed between the Western Government and the Royal Automobile Club of Western Australia. Set to be...
Jun 20, 2018
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Wibit equips world’s first Ninja Warrior Aqua Park
Leading aquatic inflatables manufacturer Wibit Sports has fused its aquatic play technology with the increasingly popular Ninja Warrior sports entertainment competition at the...
Jun 19, 2018
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Box office business takes off
Two experienced international ticketing executives have joined forces to launch a new venture, Travers Simpson Ticketing Solutions. The new business has been launched by Frances...
Jun 18, 2018
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Darwin Convention Centre marks 10th anniversary milestone and recognition at AIPC APEX Awards
The Darwin Convention Centre yesterday marked a milestone with the celebration of its 10th anniversary. Harvey Lister, Chairman and Chief Executive of AEG Ogden; Geoff Donaghy,...
Jun 18, 2018
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Gisborne District Council backs Lawson Field Theatre upgrade
Gisborne District Council has given approval to proceed with a $3.6 million upgrade of the Lawson Field Theatre. The Council previously committed to fund $1.1 million of the...
Jun 17, 2018
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Cartoon Network announces plans for Bali waterpark and indoor entertainment centre
Turner Asia Pacific and Indonesian real-estate and hospitality investment company, The MAJ Group have announced plans for a Cartoon Network branded waterpark and indoor...
Jun 17, 2018
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World Wrestling Entertainment to stage MCG Super Show-Down in October
The Victorian Government has announced that World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) will stage a Super Show-Down event at the MCG in October this year. Set to be the largest...
Jun 17, 2018
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Expansion agreed for Cairns Convention Centre
The $176 million expansion of the Cairns Convention Centre has been given the go ahead following the Queensland 2018/19 budget. The funding will be delivered over two years,...
Jun 16, 2018
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Audience Atlas New Zealand report sets out the market for culture
Creative New Zealand has published the latest Audience Atlas New Zealand research to provide indepth information on this country’s market for arts and culture. The companion...
Jun 16, 2018
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Australia’s first Topgolf Venue opens on the Gold Coast
Announcing that it is “set to revolutionise entertainment in the city’, Australia’s first Topgolf Venue has opened on the Gold Coast. Offering a new, year-round family...
Jun 15, 2018
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Wanda opens indoor theme park in Chinese city of Nanjing
China’s Dalian Wanda group has opened a massive indoor theme park in the city of Nanjing as an entertainment hub at the heart of a new mixed-use development. The attraction is...
Jun 15, 2018
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Aussie World Pub façade set to change as facelift of Sunshine Coast attraction moves forward
The landmark iconic Aussie World pub has taken a major step forward in its redevelopment with the removal of its balcony and bullnose roof over recent days. The former Ettamogah...
Jun 13, 2018
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Bunjil Place wins ‘Architecture of the Year’ award at international design competition
The design for the City of Casey’s Bunjil Place arts, cultural and entertainment precinct has been awarded the top prize at the 2017 International Design Awards. Designed by...
Jun 13, 2018
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Chinese waterpark boosts Village Roadshow performance: Ardent completes bowling division sale
Since opening its Wet‘n’Wild Haikou waterpark on the Chinese island of Hainan at the end of April, Village Roadshow Ltd’s [ASX:VRL] share price has increased by 20%. Having...
Jun 12, 2018
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Hoyts opens new generation cinema experience in Hunter Valley
Hoyts have opened a new cinema experience in the NSW Hunter Valley with every seat featuring premium reclining seats. As part of a $414 million upgrade of Stockland Green Hills...
Jun 12, 2018
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