News: Entertainment
OFA Showstar debuts Australia's first portable water theme park
Amusement operator OFA Showstar has launched Waterworld Central, Australia's first portable water theme park, and is set to operate the collection of travelling inflatable pools...
Oct 9, 2013
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James Eastes joins the gemba Group
The gemba Group has announced that James Eastes has been appointed to the role of Strategy Consultant as part of the expansion of its Venues & Facilities division into Sydney....
Oct 8, 2013
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Eureka Skydeck wins World Federation of Great Towers award for King Kong promotion
The World Federation of Great Towers has rewarded Melbourne's Eureka Skydeck with its 'Innovative Promotional Award' for its incredible stunt celebrating the world premiere of...
Oct 8, 2013
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Moshtix releases State of the Industry Report 2013
Prospects for Australia's live music industry appear strong for the remainder of 2013 and into 2014 with 86% of live-music fans intending to attend the same or increase their...
Oct 4, 2013
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NSW Government's anti scalping legislation gets industry support
The NSW Government's plans to introduce new laws to protect consumers from ticket scalping and to erradicate ticket fraud when buying tickets to major sport, concert and...
Oct 3, 2013
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NSW Government to introduce new anti scalping laws to protect consumers
The NSW Government has announced new laws to protect consumers from ticket scalping and to prevent ticket fraud when buying tickets to major sport, concert or entertainment...
Oct 3, 2013
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MCC extends ticketing partnership
Following the completion of a competitive tender process, the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) has announced that Ticketek will continue as the ticketing services partner of the...
Oct 3, 2013
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John Symond appointed new Chair of the Sydney Opera House Trust
John Symond, the founder of Aussie Home Loans, is to take over as Chair of the Sydney Opera House Trust, replacing current Chair, Kim Williams, who will step down on 4th October...
Oct 2, 2013
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Wellington attractions and arts organisations in line for cash boost
11 attractions and arts organisations that help enhance the lifes of residents of Wellington region are in line for a financial boost, following the latest meeting of the...
Oct 2, 2013
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Thousands flock to 2013 Melbourne Royal Show
The Ascot Vale showgrounds have been abuzz with noise and colour over the last 10 days as thousands have flocked to the Melbourne Royal Show. Visitors have lapped up the best...
Oct 1, 2013
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SCG and Allianz Stadium to become Australia's first connected venues
The Sydney Cricket Ground and Allianz Stadium are set to become Australia's most technically advanced and fan friendly stadia. This follows a decision by the SCG Trust to invest...
Sep 30, 2013
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First venue commences construction at Hong Kong arts hub
The ground-breaking ceremony for the Xiqu Centre, the first major performing arts venue in the West Kowloon Cultural District, was held this week, marking a significant...
Sep 27, 2013
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Sydney's most famous face is given the fright of its life
Luna Park Sydney has become part of the growing trend for horror-based attractions, with the operation of Hollywood Horrors during the current NSW school holidays between 20th...
Sep 25, 2013
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500,000 Australians a year caught out by online ticket scams
Half a million Australians have been affected by ticketing frauds and online scammers in the last 12 months according to newly released research. The research, commissioned by...
Sep 24, 2013
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VMA to stage After Five functions in Melbourne and Sydney
The Venue Management Association [Asia and Pacific] (VMA) is to stage its latest 'After 5' functions in Sydney on 9th October and Melbourne on 10th October. The Sydney After 5!...
Sep 23, 2013
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Investing in Victoria's dynamic arts organisations
The Melbourne Fringe Festival is one of 88 arts and cultural organisations across Victoria to receive multi-year funding through the Victorian Government's new Organisations...
Sep 23, 2013
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Big Day Out links with Soundwave's AJ Maddah
Soundwave Festival promoter AJ Maddah has joined with Big Day Out co-promoter Ken West to run future editions of the Big Day Out festival with Maddah buying into a financial...
Sep 20, 2013
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Etihad Stadium to install new giant screens
Melbourne's Etihad Stadium will provide fans with a greater experience at events with the installation of two new state-of-the-art video boards. The new screens will be 30%...
Sep 18, 2013
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Vector Arena ranked just behind Madison Square Garden in world top 100 venues list
The ranking of Auckland's Vector Arena behind New York's Madison Square Garden is proof that New Zealanders love live entertainment, according to the venue's management. Vector...
Sep 17, 2013
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Zombie hordes to be let loose on the Gold Coast
At the forefront of developing attractions based on the increasingly popular horror trend in entertainment, Battlefield Sports will be transforming their Battlefield LIVE gaming...
Sep 16, 2013
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Ministers gather to make Asian culture flourish
Culture ministers representing South East Asian nations recently gathered in Korea to share views about how to help Asian culture flourish. The 1st Korea-Southeast Asian Culture...
Sep 16, 2013
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Radical Fitness creators to present in Australia and New Zealand
With the management of group fitness program operator Radical Fitness in Australia and New Zealand having recently returned from its former franchisor to its owners Nathaniel...
Sep 15, 2013
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Man dies at Penrith music festival
A man has died of a suspected drug overdo while 87 revellers were arrested at the Defqon.1 music festival in Western Sydney last night (Saturday 14th September). The man...
Sep 15, 2013
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Showtime for showbags following inspection
Consumer Affairs Victoria (CSV) inspectors have given the thumbs up to more than 2,500 showbag items available at the 2013 Royal Melbourne Show. Victorian Minister for Consumer...
Sep 12, 2013
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