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Merlin advances Living and Leisure Australia takeover
Documents released this week advising of a "change of interest of substantial holder" indicate that global leisure operator Merlin Entertainments' $140 million bid for the...
Dec 31, 2011
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Sydney New Year's Eve celebration claimed to be the world's biggest party
The City of Sydney is claiming that it's New Year's Eve fireworks display is the world's largest and most technologically advanced event of its type. It draws larger crowds than...
Dec 30, 2011
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Moshtix reveals top 10 tips for safe summer partying
With the summer party season in full swing, youth-oriented event ticketing provider, Moshtix has released its top 10 tips on how to enjoy summer festivals, events and concerts,...
Dec 30, 2011
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Foxtix celebrates anniversary with series of announcements
News Limited's Foxtix is celebrating its one year anniversary with the announcement of new clients and new senior appointments. Following recent announcements that Foxtix had...
Dec 27, 2011
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Ticketek Pty Ltd penalised $2.5 million for misusing its market power
The Federal Court in Sydney has penalised Ticketek Pty Ltd $2.5 million for taking advantage of its market power following action by the Australian Competition and Consumer...
Dec 22, 2011
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Mandurah to host new action sport festival
Mandurah is set to host an international festival of action sports from next year, thanks to Eventscorp's Regional Events Program, which is funded by Royalties for Regions....
Dec 20, 2011
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Merlin snaps up Living and Leisure Australia
Global leisure operator Merlin Entertainments has launched a $140 million bid for the Living and Leisure Australia Group (LLA), the owner of the Melbourne Aquarium, Underwater...
Dec 19, 2011
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Wicked casts its spell on Singapore
Wicked, the record breaking musical, has opened in Singapore. The production, which opened at Marina Bay Sands' Grand Theatre on 9th December has previously been described by...
Dec 19, 2011
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RAS' Peter King to head MCEC
Peter King, currently the Chief Executive of the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS), has been named as the new Chief Executive of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition...
Dec 14, 2011
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Outback Spectacular launches Phar Lap tribute
Gold Coast dining experience the Australian Outback Spectacular (AOS) has launched a remarkable new show, 'Spirit of the Horse with a Tribute to Phar Lap'. Officially launched...
Dec 10, 2011
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Perth Cultural Centre lights up for Christmas
The Western Australian Government is lighting up the Perth Cultural Centre with Illuminites, a free Christmas celebration to be held from 9th to 16th December. Western...
Dec 8, 2011
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'Shocking ticket sales' lead to festival cancellation
The organisers of the New Beginnings Festival, scheduled to run at the Morisset Showground, south of Newcastle, on 15th and 16th January, have cancelled the event following poor...
Dec 8, 2011
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DEAL 2012 provides a gateway to the Middle East's multi-billion theme parks industry
International Expo Consults (IEC), organisers of the 2012 Dubai Entertainment Amusement and Leisure (DEAL) Expo, is aiming for the event to capture the potential of the...
Dec 6, 2011
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Court Theatre opening a vital step in Christchurch's recovery
The public opening of the new Court Theatre on Saturday 10th December will a vital step towards restoring the cultural life of the people of Christchurch, according to Creative...
Dec 5, 2011
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AEG Ogden launches new division to optimise venue growth
AEG Ogden has announced the formation of a new division aimed at increasing the commercial revenue from the venues it manages and to enhance the level of services it can provide...
Dec 2, 2011
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Consortia shortlisted for new Sydney Convention and Exhibition precinct
The creation of Sydney's new 12-hectare convention, exhibition and entertainment precinct at Darling Harbour is progressing with three strong consortia shortlisted to build and...
Dec 1, 2011
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Shanghai Disneyland anticipates 15 million annual visits
Annual visits to Shanghai Disneyland are expected to reach 15 million according to senior International Academy of Tourism (IAT) official. Speaking at a recent attractions and...
Nov 30, 2011
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Queensland Theatre Company announces new Executive Director
One of Australia's most prominent and experienced arts administrators is set to lead the Queensland Theatre Company (QTC) from early 2012. QTC Chair Professor Richard...
Nov 29, 2011
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IAAPI launches Indian Amusement Expo 2012
The Indian Association of Amusement Parks & Industries (IAAPI) has announced that its IAAPI Amusement Expo 2012 will take place at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai from...
Nov 26, 2011
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Management transition at Gunnebo Australia
Entrance control specialists Gunnebo Australia has undergone a management transition in recent weeks. Longstanding General Manager for Entrance Control (and former Grand...
Nov 23, 2011
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Transformers The Ride set to launch at Universal Studios Singapore
After more than two months of non-stop tests, Universal Studios Singapore is finally ready to unveil its multi-million dollar Transformers 3D ride on 3rd December. Planning for...
Nov 22, 2011
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Consumers embrace mobile ticketing
Having revealed record growth one year after introducing mobile barcode ticketing, Moshtix expects mobile ticketing to be a key sales feature for summer and New Year's events....
Nov 22, 2011
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VMA After Five events to be staged in four capitals
In the lead up to Christmas the Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) [VMA] is to stage its popular 'After Five' information and networking functions in four state...
Nov 18, 2011
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Lend Lease hits a winner at Margaret Court Arena
Lend Lease has won the tender for the $180 million redevelopment of Margaret Court Arena as part of the ongoing work at Melbourne Park. Victorian Minister for Major Projects...
Nov 16, 2011
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