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VMA welcomes David Krug to its Board
Industry consultant David Krug has been appointed as an Allied Director on the Board of the Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) Ltd [VMA]. Chair of the VMA Board...
Jul 29, 2015
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And the 2015 Helpmann Award goes to …
Cameron Mackintosh's Les Miserables has landed the prestigious title of Best Musical at the 2015 Helpmann Awards at Sydney's Capitol Theatre – scooping up five awards including...
Jul 28, 2015
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QPAC celebrates winners at the 2015 Helpmann Awards
The Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) has congratulated all winners of the 2015 Helpmann Awards that were celebrated at a star-studded event in Sydney on Monday night....
Jul 28, 2015
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Perth International Arts Festival honoured with nine Helpmann Awards
Perth International Arts Festival celebrated an incredible night at the annual Helpmann Awards in Sydney on Monday, winning nine gongs – including four for The Rabbits. The...
Jul 28, 2015
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O’Brien Group Australia acquires landmark Melbourne hotel
The purchase of Melbourne’s landmark Imperial Hotel by the O’Brien Group, Australia’s largest family-owned venue management and hospitality company, has secured the historic...
Jul 28, 2015
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Revamped James Hay Theatre to host performances from chamber music to rock
Plans for the redevelopment of the James Hay Theatre in the rebuilt Christchurch Town Hall envisage it being able to switch between hosting performances as wide-ranging chamber...
Jul 24, 2015
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Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge and NRL Auckland Nines share recognition as New Zealand’s top event
The Contact Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge and Dick Smith NRL Auckland Nines have shared the award as the Best New Zealand Owned Major Event at the New Zealand Association of Event...
Jul 23, 2015
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Spinifex Spree Carnival brings Archie Roach and dinosaur park to Port Hedland
Local artists, renowned singer Archie Roach, dinosaurs, fireworks, market stalls and fairground rides are on the line up at this year’s 2015 Spinifex Spree Carnival. Set to...
Jul 23, 2015
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Ardent Leisure plans international expansion
With its US-based family entertainment centre business having consistently been industry-wide leisure group Ardent Leisure’s top performing division, the Sydney-based operator...
Jul 22, 2015
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Ekka urges Queenslanders to back the bush
With the worst drought in history crippling the bush, Queenslanders are being urged to come together and recognise and champion the essential role farmers play in their everyday...
Jul 22, 2015
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Building subcontractors protest over non payment for work at Bendigo Ulumbarra Theatre
A dispute between subcontractors who say they are owed several million dollars and the builder of Bendigo's new Ulumbarra Theatre has led to a protest outside the newly opened...
Jul 21, 2015
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Destination Brisbane Consortium successful in bid to redevelop Brisbane's Queen's Wharf
Brisbane’s heritage-listed Treasury Casino is to be transformed into a high-end department store as part of Destination Brisbane's winning bid to redevelop Brisbane's Queens...
Jul 21, 2015
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Sovereign Hill welcomes record crowds for Christmas in July event
Victorian heritage attraction Sovereign Hill has celebrated staging a record-breaking Christmas in July, marking one of the largest events ever staged in its 45-year history....
Jul 20, 2015
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Abu Dhabi developer begins construction of new Warner Bros. Movie World
The long anticipated construction of a Warner Bros. Movie World theme park in Abu Dhabi is underway with initial work having commenced on a site at the Emirates's Yas Island....
Jul 20, 2015
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Perth’s Fringe World delivers over $70 million in economic impact
Attracting an audience of 660,093 in 2015, in just four years the Perth Fringe festival has become a major event in the West Australian capital, delivering $70.9 million in...
Jul 19, 2015
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Former Top Gear presenters Clarkson, Hammond and May in Australia for live shows
Former BBC Top Gear presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May have arrived in Australia to present a series of rebranded live shows for car and motor sport...
Jul 17, 2015
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Adelaide seeks recognition as an international music city
Adelaide is seeking a global endorsement of its music culture with a bid to be named a UNESCO City of Music. The endorsement, which is handed out by UNESCO as part of their...
Jul 17, 2015
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QPAC welcomes fourth consecutive year of record attendances
For the fourth year in a row the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) has exceeded a million visitors, with a record attendance of 1.4 million patrons across this last...
Jul 16, 2015
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Queensland Government delivers $173 million boost for the arts
At a time when Federal funding for the arts is in turmoil, the Queensland Government has announced a range of new initiatives and funding for the next four years. Announced in...
Jul 16, 2015
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Disney previews details of Shanghai Disneyland
The Walt Disney Company has unveiled key creative elements of Shanghai Disneyland, including its six themed lands filled with world-class attractions and live entertainment...
Jul 15, 2015
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Venue Management Services appoints Erica Sammut to new General Manager - Venues and Events position
Venue Management Services (VMS) has announced the appointment of Erica Sammut to the newly created position of General Manager- Venues and Events. With over 15 years industry...
Jul 14, 2015
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Australia’s top live entertainment names join Helpmann Awards line up
Some of Australia’s top live entertainment names will join Helpmann Awards host, Todd McKenney on stage to present and perform at the star-studded 2015 Helpmann Awards Ceremony....
Jul 14, 2015
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Orangutan escape leads to Melbourne Zoo lockdown
A orangutan escaped its enclosure at Melbourne Zoo on Monday afternoon (13th July), leading to a brief lockdown of the attraction. Malu, a young male described as having an...
Jul 13, 2015
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Ashmore’s World Gym still benefiting from The Rock’s visit
More than a year after global fitness icon ‘Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson visited the World Gym at Ashmore on the Gold Coast, the club continues to enjoy a welcome spike in...
Jul 13, 2015
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