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New Zealand’s Ticket Rocket liquidated with debts of almost $10 million
The final liquidation report into the failed Fortress Information Systems Limited - which traded as Ticket Rocket and previously as Ticket Direct - has been released, showing...
Nov 28, 2024
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Dunedin City Council Music Advisory Panel mixes experience, youth and passion
Following its Expressions of Interest for membership on a new Music Advisory Panel – opened in September 2024 - Dunedin City Council has selected a blend of experience, youth,...
Nov 28, 2024
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Array of venues to participate in Port Adelaide’s ‘New Found Sound’ live music event
Port Adelaide’s free, family-friendly live music event - ‘New Found Sound’ – will see local artists performing across 10 venues and historic spaces when the immersive experience...
Nov 28, 2024
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Winarch Group releases second annual Australian Live Music Census
The Winarch Group has released their second annual Australian Live Music Census - commissioned each year to understand the pulse and perceptions of Australians when it comes to...
Nov 28, 2024
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Australian Music Event Platform loadin secures Good Design Awards
Australian-built platform designed for the music industry - loadin. com has recently secured two Australian Good Design Awards. Designed by the music industry, for the music...
Nov 27, 2024
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Brisbane’s Howard Smith Wharves aims to become most sustainable entertainment precinct
Brisbane’s cultural and entertainment precinct, Howard Smith Wharves has taken another step towards its goal of becoming the most sustainable precinct in the world this month...
Nov 26, 2024
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ARIA and PPCA welcome release of Australian Senate Report on Artificial Intelligence
The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) and the Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) have today welcomed the release of the Australian Senate’s...
Nov 26, 2024
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Video reveals brand logo and names for major facilities at HongKong's Kai Tak Sports Park
Management at HongKong's Kai Tak Sports Park have introduced new logos and the names of the precinct's major facilities, advising "our new logo and facility names are reshaping...
Nov 26, 2024
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Live Nation Australasia’s Michael Coppel defends ticketing practices at music industry inquiry
Michael Coppel, Chairman of Live Nation Australasia, has shared insights into the controversial practice of dynamic ticket pricing, while defending the company against...
Nov 26, 2024
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Cedar Mill Group rebrands with new Live and Music Divisions
Following a strategic rebrand of Cedar Mill Group to Winarch Live and Winarch Music, Winarch Group’s music and events businesses will now be united under a cohesive brand,...
Nov 24, 2024
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City of Sydney seeks community feedback on proposed nightlife plans
The City of Sydney is proposing changes to nightlife planning rules and the introduction of special entertainment precincts and is looking for community feedback on its...
Nov 24, 2024
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Security upgrade for Cairns Waterfront Dining Precinct
Important security upgrades for Cairns Waterfront Dining Precinct are aimed at creating a safer environment for locals, tourists and business owners and staff. Cairns Regional...
Nov 23, 2024
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Victorian Government advises of first music festivals chosen for on-site pill testing trial
The Victorian Government has announced that it will introduce the first of 10 pill testing trials at music festivals at the Beyond the Valley over the New Year's Eve holiday...
Nov 23, 2024
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Australia’s National Youth Circus announces festival program
Australia’s National Youth Circus - The Flying Fruit Fly Circus - has announced its 2024 Borderville Summer Festival program being held from 3rd to 20th December in...
Nov 22, 2024
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Bluey’s World attraction now open in Brisbane
Bluey’s World - one of the largest and most ambitious immersive events to be staged in Australia - has made its highly-anticipated debut in Brisbane. Opened on the evening of...
Nov 22, 2024
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TEG executive tells live music inquiry that artists and venues the reason for rising ticket prices
Tim McGregor, Global Head of Touring for Ticketek owner TEG, has told the Parliamentary inquiry into the Australian live music industry that artists are to blame for high ticket...
Nov 21, 2024
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Anthony Duffy honoured with the 2024 Tim Worton Award for outstanding contribution to venue management education
The Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced that it celebrated the achievements of Anthony Duffy AVM, Managing Director of Thinking Outside, as the recipient of the...
Nov 20, 2024
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The 'AUSSIES' among major events contributing to Sunshine Coast’s highest economic impact on record
A diverse portfolio of Sunshine Coast Council-sponsored events has secured $112.6 million for the region – marking the highest economic windfall on record. The outstanding...
Nov 20, 2024
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Her Majesty's Theatre Ballarat to reopen following completion of major redevelopment
Her Majesty's Theatre Ballarat will be opening to the public this week for the first time in almost two years following the completion of a $16.3 million stage three...
Nov 20, 2024
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Creative organisations among NT Performing Arts Awards winners
Creative organisations along with breathtaking performances and talented performing artists were among the winners of the 2024 Northern Territory Performing Arts Awards, which...
Nov 20, 2024
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Footscray Community Arts to be transformed with $8.7 million redevelopment
Footscray Community Arts to be transformed with $8.7 million redevelopment The transformation of Footscray Community Arts has commenced with the redevelopment being delivered...
Nov 18, 2024
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Technical Direction Company launched automated remote monitoring for Vivid Sydney 2024
Vivid – an annual celebration of creativity, innovation and technology that will enter its 15th year in 2025 – transforms Sydney over 23 days into a colourful array of art...
Nov 18, 2024
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Christchurch’s Avon River Corridor identified as suitable location for outdoor events
With demand for large outdoor event space in Christchurch continuing to grow, Christchurch City Council has advised that Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor will be used for events this...
Nov 17, 2024
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Leading artists the recipients of the 2024 Creative Australia Awards
Creative Australia has announced the 11 leading artists to receive 2024 Creative Australia Awards. For the first time this year, the awards proudly include the National Arts and...
Nov 16, 2024
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