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Gemba Group and Futures Sport to team up with Football Federation Australia
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has appointed the Gemba Group and Futures Sport to better understand its fans through a strategic research and insights program. With...
Oct 13, 2014
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HKAAPA event at Ocean Park to reveal Asian attractions insights
Well known Asian attractions executive Paul Pei will be among a group of industry leaders addressing a Hong Kong Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (HKAAPA) industry...
Oct 13, 2014
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Bell Shakespeare founder John Bell to leave company at end of 2015
John Bell, founder of the Bell Shakespeare theatre company, has announced he will leave the company at the end of next year. The acclaimed Shakespearean actor's departure will...
Oct 10, 2014
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Partners back Black Swan State Theatre Company
The Perth-based Black Swan State Theatre Company has announced the success of its partnership program in securing over $1 million in sponsorship for its 2015 Season from the...
Oct 9, 2014
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New Fun City Sheppaton to be a state-of-the-art FEC
Set to be completed as of Easter 2015, construction of the new Fun City Sheppaton family entertainment centre (FEC) is now underway. Part of a $17 million expansion of the...
Oct 8, 2014
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Corroboree Sydney invites creation and celebration
Australia’s largest national Indigenous arts and culture festival, Corroboree Sydney, is to return in November with more than 100 artists performing during an 11 day program....
Oct 8, 2014
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New management direction for Perth Concert Hall
The City of Perth Council has approved a new management plan for the Perth Concert Hall that will see the venue run by the West Australian Symphony Orchestra (WASO) and the...
Oct 8, 2014
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Dunedin Venues Management Ltd results show increased operating profit
Dunedin Venues Management Ltd, operators of the Forsyth Barr Stadium and the Dunedin Centre, have been buoyed by an improvement in revenues through the 2013/14 financial year....
Oct 7, 2014
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Deni Ute Muster heats up
The Deni Ute Muster’s Sweet 16th celebration ended on Saturday night (4th October) with Latino-country music stars, The Mavericks, closing two massive days of family fun, music,...
Oct 5, 2014
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24 days of free music events celebrate the G20
Brisbane’s music scene will be celebrated with 24 days of free live music acts as Queensland prepares to welcome the world’s leaders for the G20 Summit. Queensland Arts Minister...
Oct 4, 2014
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Less than 90 days until the wireless microphone changeover
With less than 90 days until new legislation restricts the use of wireless microphone systems in the 700 to 820MHz frequency range, thousands of users of wireless microphones in...
Oct 3, 2014
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Australia Zoo goes ‘carnival’ for the release of Rio 2
Home to beautiful blue and gold macaws from South America, Australia Zoo will mark the release of the movie Rio 2 this Saturday (4th October) with a colourful, carnival party....
Oct 2, 2014
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Merlin Entertainments Wins Women 1st Shine Award
Merlin Entertainments’ global human resources team have won the Large Business Award in the United Kingdom’s Women 1st Shine Awards 2014. With the goal of having at least one...
Sep 30, 2014
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House of Tickets producing more than 40 million tickets a year
House of Tickets, Australia and New Zealand's foremost print, ticketing and access solutions specialist, has enjoyed a period of sustained growth, servicing more than 2,000...
Sep 30, 2014
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Luna Park Sydney set to host the Halloween party of the year
Luna Park Sydney has announced it will play host to the city’s biggest and brightest Halloween party. Dubbed ‘HalloScream’, the spectacular will run over two nights from Friday...
Sep 30, 2014
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Eden Park Trustees reject Auckland Council cost-cutting proposal
The trustees of Auckland’s largest stadium, Eden Park have rejected a proposal that Auckland Council says would allow it to pay back a $50 million debt underwritten by the...
Sep 29, 2014
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Queensland Theatre Company unveils Season 2015
Four world premieres, a super star Main Stage and a five-show DIVA program lead a front row Season 2015 for the Queensland Theatre Company (QTC). Promising the “most diverse and...
Sep 29, 2014
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21st AALARA Conference returns to Gold Coast in 2015
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has announced that its 21st annual Conference will be held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition...
Sep 29, 2014
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NRL looking forward to Grand Final bonanza
The National Rugby League (NRL) is anticipating one of its biggest Grand Finals ever after about four million people watched the two qualifying semi finals over the weekend. NRL...
Sep 29, 2014
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Safety first for rides at 2014 Perth Royal Show
Echoing the emphasis on safety at the Royal Melbourne Show, organisers of the 2014 Perth Royal Show, which commenced on Saturday (27th September), have also been ensuring...
Sep 28, 2014
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Disney magic draws crowds to Melbourne Royal Show
While carnival ride operators have been focussing on safety issues, the presence of Walt Disney characters Mouse and Minnie Mouse has helped draw in the crowds at the 2014...
Sep 27, 2014
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Plan aims for renewal of Perth's Claremont Showground
The Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia (RASWA) has approved a concept plan for the renewal of the Claremont Showground. The concept plan brings together the...
Sep 25, 2014
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South Australian State Theatre Company looks for independence from Government
With the board of the South Australian State Theatre Company set to be abolished, the company is seeking to “move out from under the wing of government” by becoming a private...
Sep 25, 2014
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Australian Event Awards finalists announced
The National Finalists for this year’s Australian Event Awards have been announced, recognising the best events and achievements in the Australian events industry over the past...
Sep 25, 2014
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