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Spiegeltent returns to the Hobart waterfront
Following its strong performance in 2014, the spectacular Spiegeltent will be opening on the Hobart waterfront in March for more than three weeks of live entertainment. The...
Feb 4, 2015
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ANZ Stadium a finalist in 2015 World Sports Technology Awards
ANZ Stadium - Sydney’s Olympic stadium - has been named as a Finalist in the 2015 World Sports Technology Awards after implementing a Telstra-driven digital revolution that...
Feb 2, 2015
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$10 million boost for aquatic playground and entertainment space at Perth Elizabeth Quay development
The Elizabeth Quay development on Perth’s foreshore is to have its planned aquatic playground and entertainment space funded by a $10 million commitment from mining company BHP...
Feb 2, 2015
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Auckland Mayor backs St James Theatre renovation
Auckland Mayor Len Brown has backed the renovation of the St James Theatre, welcoming the venue "being brought back to life" in a column in the New Zealand Herald. In October...
Feb 1, 2015
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Casino operator Galaxy to invest US$7 billion more in Macau integrated resort
Casino operator Galaxy Entertainment Group plans to more than double its investment to HK$100 billion (US$12.90 billion) in its Macau integrated resort as part of a goal to...
Jan 31, 2015
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Major year for Singapore's cultural attractions
With Singapore celebrating its Golden Jubilee this year, the island nation’s arts calendar is packed with retrospectives while also including a considerable heavier emphasis on...
Jan 30, 2015
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Theatre Network NSW appoints inaugural director
Jane Kreis has been appointed as the inaugural Director of Theatre Network NSW (TNN), the recently established support, networking and advocacy organisation dedicated to the NSW...
Jan 29, 2015
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43rd Toyota Country Music Festival Tamworth 2015 a huge success
After 10 massive days, the Toyota Country Music Festival Tamworth 2015 closed on Sunday (25th January), finishing in style with a show from US Country Superstar Kenny Rogers,...
Jan 29, 2015
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Consortia reveal plans for Brisbane Queen’s Wharf integrated resort
Greenland Group and Crown Resorts, and the Destination Brisbane Consortium, have released their design concepts for the planned multi-billion dollar integrated resort...
Jan 28, 2015
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New Operations Manager appointed at The Trusts Arena
Following a recruitment search across Australia and New Zealand, Waitakere City’s The Trusts Arena has confirmed Mark Nunn as the new Operations Manager of the complex. Nunn...
Jan 27, 2015
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Theatre Forum proclaims 'Motion of No Confidence' in the Australian Government
The 2015 Australian Theatre Forum (ATF) ended their meeting last week with delegates releasing a 'Motion of No Confidence' in the current Australian Government. At the close of...
Jan 27, 2015
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SCG Trust recruits AEG Ogden sales and marketing expert
Leading venue industry sales and marketing manager Katie Musham has moved from venue managers AEG Ogden to take on the role of Brand and Marketing Manager for the Sydney Cricket...
Jan 27, 2015
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$1 million TAB funding boost for New Zealand basketball
Basketball New Zealand has received an unexpected cash boost after collecting more than $1 million in commission payments from New Zealand's TAB betting agency in 2014. The...
Jan 22, 2015
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Terracotta Warriors light up Sydney Harbour
An army of illuminated Terracotta Warriors will add to the allure of Sydney Harbour during this year’s Sydney Chinese New Year Festival from 13th to 22nd February. In Australia...
Jan 22, 2015
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Australian Theatre Forum addresses contemporary issues in Australian theatre
Being held this week, the fourth Australian Theatre Forum brings together theatre professionals from across the nation to engage in inspiring conversations and provocations...
Jan 22, 2015
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AEG Ogden managed arenas shine on the world stage
AEG Ogden managed arenas have once again ranked highly on the lists of top venues in the world for ticket sales in the 2014 year as compiled by leading entertainment industry...
Jan 20, 2015
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Rebranded Tasmanian International Arts Festival to be staged across the Island State
Tasmania's long-running 10 Days on the Island Festival will this year be presented under a new name, the Tasmanian International Arts Festival. Australia’s only state-wide...
Jan 20, 2015
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Dreamworld’s summer of screams
Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld has, for the first time ever, been opening its biggest rides, along with WhiteWater World’s slides and attractions, for after-dark parties on...
Jan 19, 2015
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Australia Council announces new Directors
Australia Council for the Arts Chief Executive Tony Grybowski has announced that two new directors will join the cultural organisation’s leadership team. Grybowski said after an...
Jan 19, 2015
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Sydney's Powerhouse Museum brings the circus to town
The Circus Factory exhibition at Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum is bringing the heritage of circus and carnival sideshows to life through live performances, sideshows and historical...
Jan 16, 2015
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The Entertainment Grounds to explore big name talent for the Central Coast
Hot on the heels of hosting its hugely successful Summer Racing Carnival, the team at The Entertainment Grounds are currently exploring opportunities to attract more recognised...
Jan 15, 2015
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Harry Potter pushes Universal Studios Japan towards attendance records
Universal Studios Japan has announced that it has welcomed its 10 millionth visitor since the beginning of the fiscal year in April 2014. Marking the third time that the number...
Jan 14, 2015
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The Rocks to present free music and events on Australia Day
Sydney's The Rocks precinct will be transformed into a lively place of celebration for Australia Day 2015, with free musical performances featuring some of Australia’s best...
Jan 14, 2015
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After one year of construction ICC Sydney timeline on track
One year on from the commencement of construction of the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), the new convention, exhibition and entertainment precinct, is...
Jan 14, 2015
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