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Pokémon Go an unlikely antidote to physical inactivity
While distracted users have been the focus of safety fears, the global phenomena that is Pokémon Go is being praised as an unlikely antidote to physical inactivity. Launched on...
Jul 13, 2016
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Over 7,000 rock the desert at the 2016 Birdsville Big Red Bash
Despite a late change in location, for three days between 4th and 6th July, the tiny outback town of Birdsville in Western Queensland was in full swing, with over 7,000 people...
Jul 12, 2016
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New $105 million home for Melbourne Conservatorium of Music in Southbank
Melbourne’s Southbank is set to become one of the world’s best training grounds for the arts, with the construction of a new Melbourne Conservatorium of Music. Replacing...
Jul 12, 2016
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Screen Australia to allocate record-breaking funding to female-focused screen projects
The Australian Government has today revealed the 58 recipients of Screen Australia’s Gender Matters: Brilliant Stories and Brilliant Careers, marking the largest cohort of...
Jul 12, 2016
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The 'Old Museum' returns to Brisbane’s Ekka after 119 years
The building that originally hosted the Royal Queensland Show will be used for the first time in 119 years when the gates open in August at the 139th Ekka. The 'Old Museum' in...
Jul 11, 2016
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Melbourne’s Federation Square to get new Chief Executive
Experienced facility executive Jonathan Tribe has been named as the new Chief Executive of Melbourne’s Federation Square. A key pillar of Victoria’s $21 billion visitor economy,...
Jul 11, 2016
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Consortium buys UFC for US$4 billion
After months of speculation over its ownership, sports entertainment property UFC, which recently completed its 200th event, has been sold for an undisclosed amount, believed to...
Jul 11, 2016
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Live Nation announced as leaseholder and operator of Melbourne’s Palais Theatre
Live Nation Australia has announced today that it has secured a long-term lease to operate Melbourne’s landmark Palais Theatre. Announcing the partnership with the City of Port...
Jul 11, 2016
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New Legoland Malaysia ride incorporates cutting-edge technology
The LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort has recently unveiled its spectacular new LEGO® NINJAGO™ The Ride, incorporating cutting-edge technology, never before seen in any theme park...
Jul 10, 2016
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Tokyo Disney looks to expansion to create 'more magic'
Aiming to boost its repeat visitor numbers and reduce overcrowding, Tokyo Disney Resort operator Oriental Land aims to expand with the introduction of new attractions. Outlining...
Jul 9, 2016
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Musical theatre has a major impact on Victoria’s economy
A new report has found that Melbourne’s landmark East End theatres contributed almost $700 million to the Victorian economy in 2014/15, demonstrating the enduring appeal of the...
Jul 8, 2016
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Ekka free to ban safety inspection company being prosecuted over Royal Adelaide Show ride death
A safety inspection company being prosecuted over the death of a child who was flung from a ride at the Royal Adelaide Show in 2014 can be banned from certifying rides at the...
Jul 7, 2016
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Timezone Gold Coast wins Business Excellence Award
Surfers Paradise-based family entertainment centre Timezone Gold Coast has received the June 2016 Tourism, Hospitality and Events award at the Gold Coast Business Awards monthly...
Jul 7, 2016
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Report confirms seismic issues with Hamilton's Founders Theatre
An independent report on Founders Theatre in Hamilton has confirmed the facility is earthquake prone and will require seismic strengthening as anticipated, if upgraded to serve...
Jul 6, 2016
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Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre named the world's best
The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has been named as the World’s Best Convention Centre at the Annual General Assembly of the International Association of...
Jul 6, 2016
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New appointment marks further PMY Group expansion
Leading technology enhancement firm PMY Group have announced that Etihad Stadium’s Chief Financial Officer, Chris Charleson, is to join their growing executive team in the role...
Jul 6, 2016
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Laser skirmish links with Zombie Games at Gold Coast attraction
Gold Coast adventure attraction Thunderbird Park will be combining the thrills of laser tag with the fear factor of zombies during for a special event this Friday (8th July)....
Jul 5, 2016
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21st Biennale of Sydney appoints first Asian Artistic Director
The Biennale of Sydney has announced Mami Kataoka of Tokyo's Mori Art Museum (MAM) as the Artistic Director of the 21st Biennale of Sydney to be held in 2018. Kataoka, MAM’s...
Jul 5, 2016
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Owners of ride in Royal Adelaide Show fatality ‘exposed’ riders to serious harm
The owners of the AirMaxx 360 ride which was involved in a fatal incident at the 2014 Royal Adelaide Show ride failed to ensure they had the right minimum height requirements...
Jul 4, 2016
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Concert Hall to replace Seoul Olympic Arena
South-Korea-based Haeahn Architecture, in collaboration with New York’s H Architecture, has won the competition to design a new K-Pop Concert Hall in South Korea. Organised by...
Jul 4, 2016
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TEG acquires touring business of veteran promoter Paul Dainty
In a deal that will create the biggest diversified promotion and entertainment company in the local market, TEG, owner of Ticketek and a range of live entertainment properties,...
Jul 4, 2016
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New Zealand arts practitioners to develop skills in world’s leading festival city
Six New Zealand arts practitioners will be attending the renowned Edinburgh festivals in August to pursue opportunities to present work and to build professional skills and...
Jul 3, 2016
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AFL plans $300 million upgrade of Etihad Stadium
The AFL has submitted plans to the Victorian Government for a $300 million revamp of Melbourne’s Etihad Stadium to revitalise the venue and surrounding area. Reported by...
Jul 1, 2016
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Tropfest to return as not-for-profit entity
Moving to a not-for-profit business model, Sydney’s Tropfest short film festival will return for its 25th year in February 2017. With the festival having almost gone under due...
Jul 1, 2016
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