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Guide Dogs Australia recognise Etihad Stadium for community accessibility
Etihad Stadium has been awarded the 2018 Community Access Award for its efforts in maintaining and promoting accessibility to the vision-impaired community. The acknowledgement...
May 1, 2018
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Western Sydney Performing Arts Centre development moves forward with Executive Director appointment
The Western Sydney Performing Arts Centre (WSPAC) has today announced the appointment of Craig McMaster in the role of Executive Director to lead the $100 million theatre and...
Apr 30, 2018
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Dubai's 20th Century Fox World theme park on hold as developer warns of attractions oversupply
Plans for a 20th Century Fox World theme park in Dubai are on hold, with the developer voicing concern about an “oversupply” of attractions in the region. Al Ahli Group signed a...
Apr 30, 2018
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JumpClimb failure leaves Perth Fringe World artists unpaid
Management of Perth's Fringe World festival have advised that one of their largest affiliated events management companies is entering voluntary administration. JumpClimb, an...
Apr 30, 2018
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Live Performance Australia calls for NSW Government action on Sydney’s Theatre Royal
Live Performance Australia (LPA) has called on the NSW Government to urgently resolve the future of the shuttered Theatre Royal in central Sydney. While welcoming the...
Apr 30, 2018
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EVANZ announces new General Manager appointment
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) has announced that Lynn Robinson has been appointed its news General Manager. EVANZ President Keith Parker today...
Apr 30, 2018
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VMA announce results of 2018 Board election
The Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) Limited [VMA] has announced the results in its 2018 Board Directors election. The following four candidates will now commence...
Apr 29, 2018
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New features announced for relocated Sydney Powerhouse Museum plus plans for current Ultimo site
Amid ongoing objections over the NSW Government’s plan to relocate Sydney's Powerhouse Museum to Parramatta from Ultimo, as well as questions over its legality, additional...
Apr 29, 2018
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Eve of budget address to highlight need to reconsider Australia’s Cultural Policy
On the eve of this week’s Federal budget, celebrated cultural economist Professor David Throsby is to review Australia’s attempts to deliver a sustainable, wide-ranging arts and...
Apr 29, 2018
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New Zealand Government commits to separate Christchurch's new sports facilities
The New Zealand Government has today announced that, in conjunction with Christchurch City Council, it will develop key infrastructure projects in the earthquake damaged city as...
Apr 27, 2018
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Western Australian Government commits to ongoing support for Albany Entertainment Centre
The Western Australian Government is to provide ongoing funding to back the operations of the Albany Entertainment Centre (AEC). Western Australian Premier Mark McGowan today...
Apr 26, 2018
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Vivid Sydney ready to celebrate 10 years of creativity
The world’s largest festival of light, music and ideas, Vivid Sydney returns next month for its 10th year with a spectacular new precinct at Luna Park, the return of much-loved...
Apr 25, 2018
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New concept designs for Waikato Regional Theatre include 200 more seats
Concept designs for the new Waikato Regional Theatre have been released, with public feedback having led to an increase in planned seat numbers. Two hundred extra seats have...
Apr 24, 2018
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AFL to deliver live player data through stadium signage
The AFL is to introduce real time player data through in-stadium LED signage for fans at Melbourne’s Etihad Stadium and the MCG. In a move designed to enhance the in-venue...
Apr 23, 2018
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Malaysia Major Events highlights event credentials at SportAccord Bangkok convention
Following its successful hosting of the 29th Southeast Asia Games and the 9th ASEAN Para Games in 2017, Malaysia Major Events (MME) has used the 2018 SportAccord convention in...
Apr 23, 2018
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WREDA report supports case for new Wellington indoor arena
A new report shows Wellington is missing out on large performances, family and sport events because it doesn’t have an indoor arena of the appropriate size. The report, from...
Apr 23, 2018
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Proserpine Entertainment Centre to remain closed until later this year
The Whitsunday Regional Council has advised that the Proserpine Entertainment Centre (PEC) is likely to remain closed until later this year due to on-going issues from damage...
Apr 22, 2018
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Live Nation expands festival portfolio with acquisition of Rhythm and Vines Festival
Live Nation Entertainment has today announced that is has taken a controlling interest in the annual Rhythm and Vines Festival, New Zealand’s country’s biggest music and camping...
Apr 22, 2018
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Naming rights partner sought for ICC Sydney Theatre
The International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has announced that it is seeking a commercial naming partner for the ICC Sydney Theatre. Sitting at the heart of the $3.4...
Apr 18, 2018
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Dubai announces plans to develop dedicated eSports stadium
The Government of Dubai is seeking to become a global centre for hosting eSports events with the announcement of plans to build its first dedicated venue - Dubai X-Stadium. The...
Apr 18, 2018
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Queensland Theatre announces Amanda Jolly as Executive Director
After a record breaking year of audience reach, ticket revenue, critical acclaim and artistic success, Queensland Theatre has announced the appointment of Amanda Jolly as its...
Apr 18, 2018
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Countdown to Topgolf Gold Coast opening
The much anticipated opening of Australia’s first-ever Topgolf venue on the Gold Coast is approaching, with the facility scheduled for a mid-winter launch. Topgolf host custom...
Apr 13, 2018
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Architect highlights potential for multi purpose arena in Christchurch
With a series of options still being considered for Christchurch’s planned new stadium, architect Thom Craig has today written about the importance of the city’s plans to “a...
Apr 13, 2018
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Cricket Australia secures $1.2 billion broadcast deal
Cricket Australia has put a challenging few weeks behind it with a massive new $1.2 billion broadcasting deal, which puts one-day internationals and and T20 Internationals...
Apr 12, 2018
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