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NSW Government removes ‘5km Club rule’
The NSW Government has scrapped the antiquated rule that prevents people living within five kilometres of a Club from signing in without first becoming a member. Under current...
Sep 24, 2024
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Sydney’s Old Merchant House transforms into Halloween Horror venue
BBR Group, a leading Australian event, PR, and digital company, is transforming the Old Merchant House in Sydney at The Rocks into a multi-level pop-up club with DJs takeovers,...
Sep 24, 2024
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Queensland Government appoints John Collins as first Night-Life Economy Commissioner
The Queensland Government has appointed John Collins as the state’s first Night-Life Economy Commissioner. Collins has passion for live music and a deep connection to...
Sep 23, 2024
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Visitors to NSW want more than an Opera House 'selfie'
While a visit to Sydney’s cultural attractions such as the Sydney Opera House is often high on the agenda of places to visit, new research highlights that visitors to NSW want...
Sep 22, 2024
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EOIs open for membership on new Dunedin Music Advisory Panel
EOIs open for membership on new Dunedin Music Advisory Panel The Dunedin City Council is calling for Expressions of Interest for membership on a new Music Advisory Panel, which...
Sep 22, 2024
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Circus Oz Hub returns for duration of Melbourne Fringe 2024
For the first time since 2019, the vibrant Circus Oz Hub is returning for the duration of Melbourne Fringe 2024 from 1st to 20th October. The Circus Oz building in Collingwood...
Sep 20, 2024
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Victorian Parliamentary inquiry into the Commonwealth Games invites events industry input
The Victorian Parliamentary Inquiry into the Commonwealth Games has restated is investigation, inviting the events industry to share its views on the $2 billion in support the...
Sep 20, 2024
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Dreamworld Country Fair to deliver array of entertainment and activities
Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld is hosting its Country Fair commencing tomorrow and bringing together an exciting mix of live entertainment, delicious food, and fun-filled...
Sep 19, 2024
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Screen Territory’s 2024 NT Screen Summit spotlights local production
With the Northern Territory currently experiencing a production boom, this weekend will see screen professionals, game developers, and aspiring creatives converge in Darwin for...
Sep 19, 2024
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Ticketbooth renews digital ticketing partnership with Sydney’s Carols in the Domain
Sydney-based Ticketbooth, a Leap Event Technology solution, has renewed its digital ticketing partnership with Woolworths Carols in the Domain, marking the seventh consecutive...
Sep 19, 2024
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Topgolf player experience and business efficiency enhanced through LM Envision implementation
Global golf entertainment leader, Topgolf, with over 100 venues worldwide, has redefined how people experience golf by combining technology with entertainment. By implementing...
Sep 18, 2024
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Thailand plans to boost tourism with ‘manufactured attractions’
Entertainment complexes, water parks and learning centres are among the attraction projects being considered by Thailand to boost its tourism. While Thailand is usually...
Sep 18, 2024
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Deputy partners with Sydney Fringe to support volunteers and staff
Sydney Fringe Festival - the largest independent arts festival in New South Wales is currently underway until 30th September during which it will present over 450 events across...
Sep 18, 2024
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Zero Latency reaches 100-venue milestone as immersive virtual reality market surges
Melbourne-founded virtual reality leader Zero Latency has announced that it has reached a significant milestone with operations in 100 venues around the world. The company,...
Sep 17, 2024
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American Express Middle East reveals partnership with Dubai Opera
American Express Middle East has announced a new partnership with Dubai Opera as the venue’s ‘official partner’. The link will see American Express Card Members in the region...
Sep 17, 2024
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Gemba releases Insight Reports into the evolving event experience
A new report from industry consultants Gemba has found that just half of fans are satisfied with their experience at live entertainment and sport events. Based on research into...
Sep 16, 2024
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NSW Government amends laws to help struggling music festival industry
The NSW Government has today announced new regulatory and financial support for the embattled music festival industry which is under the pressure of increasing costs. With a...
Sep 16, 2024
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KOJO joins PMY Group to transform global sport and entertainment offerings
KOJO, an award-winning sports, experience and entertainment company, has joined the PMY Group to further strengthen its intelligence, technology, and experience offerings...
Sep 15, 2024
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Toptracer virtual reality games launched at Topgolf Gold Coast
Village Roadshow has announced the launch of Toptracer, the number one range technology in golf, at Topgolf Gold Coast. Giving players real time statistics on their height,...
Sep 15, 2024
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Victorian Government announces new funding for live music industry
The Victorian Government has announced a $3.9 million boost for the state’s live music industry with music festivals, musicians and live music venues able to share in the...
Sep 14, 2024
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New sport and entertainment offerings announced for Mandurah Forum
The Mandurah Forum – a spacious retail and entertainment destination south-west of Perth - is being transformed with new offerings. Specially curated to cater for local...
Sep 13, 2024
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Big Red Bash organisers cancel 2025 edition but plan 2026 return
The organisers of the Big Red Bash outback music festival have announced that they are to take a break from hosting the outback music festival next year but that it will return...
Sep 12, 2024
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Parrtjima light festival to return to Alice Springs in 2025
Parrtjima – A Festival in Light – is returning to Alice Springs in 2025 for its 10th instalment to dazzle visitors and invite them to immerse in the only authentic Aboriginal...
Sep 12, 2024
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Streetwear brand calls on major Royal Shows to block counterfeit vendors
A family-owned Australian streetwear brand has called on the Royal Agricultural Societies across Australia - including the Sydney Royal Easter Show and the Melbourne Royal Show...
Sep 11, 2024
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