News: Entertainment
Theatre work for Deaf and hearing audiences wins award
A bilingual theatre work for Deaf and hearing audiences, At the End of My Hands, has been recognised for showing what can be achieved in moving beyond the spoken word and in...
Aug 15, 2016
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New generation escape room to open in Melbourne
Leading out-of-home entertainment innovator Funlab is enhancing its Melbourne Central Strike Bowling venue with a new generation escape room concept. Strike Bowling operator...
Aug 15, 2016
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Free Wi-Fi continues to grow in Napier
Napier City Council’s support of free Wi-Fi within the city has proven popular with both residents and visitors. Launched five years ago by local telecommunications company...
Aug 15, 2016
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Sydney's Tropfest short-film festival moves west to Parramatta
Organisers of Australian short film festival Tropfest have announced it will be held in Parramatta in western Sydney for the next three years. The largest short film festival in...
Aug 14, 2016
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Dubai’s IMG theme park delays opening date
The opening of Dubai-based theme park IMG World of Adventure has been delayed to 31st August from its scheduled launch date of 15th August. IMG - set to be the world’s largest...
Aug 14, 2016
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Fish inspired design revealed for new Wellington Movie Museum and Convention Centre
A new, innovative design proposal has been released for the upcoming Wellington Movie Museum and Conference Centre. Studio Pacific Architecture - the company tasked with...
Aug 14, 2016
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Gold Coast Tourism resurgence suggests positive outlook for Ardent Leisure businesses
Leading analysts Citi have predicted that multi-sector leisure business Ardent Leisure will benefit from a resurgence in Gold Coast tourism, further roll-out of its US family...
Aug 12, 2016
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Stage Safety consultancy calls for updating of Australian Entertainment Safety advice resources
Entertainment industry safety consultants Stage Safety are advocating for the compilation of an Australian Entertainment Safety Resource Guide – and have announced a crowd...
Aug 12, 2016
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Claudelands celebrates millionth visitor during Disney on Ice
Hamilton venue Claudelands has recognised a five-year-old Disney on Ice fan as its one millionth visitor. Aleisha Chadwick, who lives in Hamilton, attended the 11am Disney On...
Aug 11, 2016
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AEG Facilities launches Global Solutions Division
AEG Facilities has launched a new division to provide comprehensive management and planning services to sports and entertainment facilities worldwide. AEG Facilities Global...
Aug 10, 2016
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Sydney Opera House set for $202 million renewal
Plans for the biggest renovation of the Sydney Opera House since it was opened in 1973 have been unveiled, with $202 million to be spent on revamping the concert hall and...
Aug 10, 2016
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Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre expansion project gets underway
Set for completion in early 2018, the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) expansion project is now underway. Construction is currently taking place next to the...
Aug 7, 2016
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Battlefield Sports wins Export of the Year at 2016 Queensland iAwards
Laser tag innovator Battlefield Sports has taken home the prestigious ‘Export of the Year’ award at this year’s Queensland iAwards. The iAwards, now in its 22nd year, is the...
Aug 7, 2016
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New Zealand to stage two new music festivals
New Zealand is getting two new music festivals – a local version of Australia’s Meatstock and the Top Paddock country music event. Meatstock, which combines barbeques and blues...
Aug 7, 2016
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Opera House opening the first stage in the largest cultural centre in the world
Set to be a momentous event for the United Arab Emirates, the upcoming opening of the Dubai Opera House on 31st August is just the first stage in what is planned as the world’s...
Aug 6, 2016
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Live Music Office creates mapping tool to support artists and industry
In a first for Australia, the Live Music Office has harnessed the power of digital technology to create a national Live Music Map. A tool for artists and the broader live music...
Aug 5, 2016
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New Star Tour takes guests behind the scenes at Warner Bros. Movie World
An all-new behind-the-scenes tour at Warner Bros. Movie World will offer guests the chance to climb 33 metres to the top of attraction’s tallest rollercoaster, Arkham Asylum...
Aug 5, 2016
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Record year for Adelaide’s major festivals
Adelaide’s major cultural events have enjoyed a remarkable year, with the Adelaide Festival, Adelaide Fringe and WOMADelaide 2016 each surpassing box office targets and breaking...
Aug 4, 2016
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Festival gatecrasher jailed over 'cowardly attack' on security guard
A teenager who gatecrashed the Perth leg of this year’s Good Life Festival has been jailed for eight months for kicking a security guard in the head at the youth music event....
Aug 3, 2016
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Tony de Leede partners with Wexer Virtual to launch Move 123 fitness content provider
Leading fitness entrepreneur Tony de Leede has announced a new venture, Move 123, launched in an exclusive partnership with leading virtual fitness provider, Wexer Virtual. Move...
Aug 2, 2016
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Barry Shepherd to head SICO South Pacific operations
Experienced sport and hospitality executive Barry Shepherd has been appointed General Manager of SICO® South Pacific. In his role Shepherd will oversee all strategic functions...
Aug 2, 2016
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Universal Studios Japan to bring ‘Godzilla’ to life via 4D attraction
Universal Studios Japan has revealed an all-new, 4D attraction set to debut at next year’s ‘Universal Cool Japan 2017’ event, which will bring the Japanese legend of ‘Godzilla’...
Aug 2, 2016
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Saudi authorities conflicted over playing Pokémon Go at Mecca’s Grand Mosque
The Pokémon Go phenomena is reportedly creating challenges at Saudi Arabia and Islam’s holiest location, with people spotted playing the game outside the gates of the Grand...
Aug 1, 2016
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Rhythm and Vines Festival teams with Eventbrite as exclusive ticketing provider
Event technology platform Eventbrite has agreed a partnership with Rhythm and Vines, providing ticketing needs for New Zealand's premier New Year's music festival. From its next...
Aug 1, 2016
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