News: Entertainment
Ardent Leisure Group Records Positive Earnings
Ardent Leisure Group says revenue and earnings have rebounded in the September quarter compared to last year. On Tuesday, Group Chairman Neil Balnaves (pictured) said in a...
Nov 4, 2010
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Kidzania Expands into Asia
Mexican children’s amusement park franchisor KidZania is expanding its footprint in Asia. With eight parks currently operating, KidZania plans to double in size by 2012 with...
Nov 2, 2010
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Melbourne: Australia's most Liveable City
On the eve of the Melbourne Cup, Melbourne has again been recognised as Australia's liveable city and most popular interstate tourist destination with new research by Roy Morgan...
Nov 1, 2010
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Hobbit a precious boost to New Zealand tourism
After uncertainty over its production location, The New York Times has reported that The Hobbit film will be shot in New Zealand. New Zealand Prime Minister John Key this week...
Oct 29, 2010
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Chief Executive confirmed for The Trusts Stadium, Auckland
Brian Blake has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive for The Trusts Stadium, Auckland Following an extensive recruitment process, Waitakere City Stadium Trust Chairman,...
Oct 28, 2010
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VMA Industry Congress heads to the Hunter in 2011
The Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) [VMA] has announced that its 2011 Venue Industry Congress will be held at Cypress Lakes Resort in the New South Wales Hunter...
Oct 26, 2010
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Big Screens for Brisbane CBD?
A series of giant screens may be erected in Brisbane's King George Square and Queen Street Mall enabling people to watch major sporting events, New Year's festivities and other...
Oct 26, 2010
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Extension opening launches new era for National Gallery of Australia
The recent opening of the major extension Stage 1 to the National Gallery of Australia marks a new era in the history of the Gallery - the home of Australia"s national art...
Oct 21, 2010
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PICA performance space to remain open
Western Australian Culture and the Arts Minister John Day has announced that the performance space at the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA) will remain open beyond the...
Oct 20, 2010
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News Limited launches Foxtix
News Limited has announced the launch of a new national ticketing service, Foxtix, which, it says “will take on the Ticketek/Ticketmaster duopoly with an aggressive entry into...
Oct 18, 2010
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Managers want more control over ticketing buyer data
On the back of its launch into market, Australia’s newest ticketing provider, Foxtix, has released its State of Event Ticketing Industry Report. The Report is an in-depth...
Oct 18, 2010
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New Ulladulla Recreation Centre Opens
The first stage of Ulladulla's Dunn Lewis Memorial Complex has opened. The facility, which includes a 12-lane bowling alley, conference room, lounge area, youth service rooms...
Oct 14, 2010
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Opening date announced for new State Theatre Centre of Western Australia
The State Theatre Centre of Western Australia will open with a series of events in January 2011. Western Australian Culture and the Arts Minister John Day announced the events...
Oct 13, 2010
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$13 million to bring Circus Oz Home to Collingwood
Australia's most famous circus will stay in Victoria and return to its original home in Collingwood if the Brumby Labor Government is re-elected. Victorian Minister for the Arts...
Oct 11, 2010
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Byron Bay Bluesfest named Australia's top event
The 21st Bluesfest Byron Bay 2010 has been named Australian Event of the Year in the Australian Event Awards. The full list of winners is: Australian Event of the Year: 21st...
Oct 8, 2010
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Council and Stadium Trust to work together to rebuild Stadium Southland
Invercargill City Council and the Stadium Southland Trust are to work together to rebuild the Stadium Southland following the recent collapse of the Stadium's roof. Invercargill...
Oct 5, 2010
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AALARA Acts on Queensland Weapons Law and Laser Skirmish
Responding to proposed changes in firearms law in Queensland, the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has called for Laser Tag and Laser Skirmish...
Oct 1, 2010
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Light Show and Award for WetSide Water Education Park
Hervey Bay's WetSide Water Education Park is set to host a 'Light Show Spectacular' on the evenings of 1st and 2nd October. The sold-out gala events include a light and music...
Oct 1, 2010
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Expressions of Interest for Moomba Carnival 2011
Expressions of Interest for Carnival, Game and Amusement operators are invited for the 2011 Moomba Carnival (part of the Moomba Waterfest). As Australia's largest free community...
Sep 28, 2010
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Gates Open for Perth Royal Show
The resolution of a pay dispute between train drivers and Western Australia's Public Transport Authority has removed a threat to the opening day of the Perth Royal Show. As a...
Sep 25, 2010
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Western Australian Government provides vital funding for Albany Entertainment Centre
The Western Australian Government has come to the rescue of the Albany City Council agreeing to fund the Albany Entertainment Centre (AEC) to the tune of $4 million for two...
Sep 22, 2010
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Australia Council measures 'artistic vibrancy'
The Australia Council for the Arts has become one of the world’s first funding agencies to tackle the issue of how to measure the artistic vibrancy of the companies it funds....
Sep 21, 2010
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Funds allocated for digital art screens at Aotea Centre
New digital art screens will take pride of place in the Aotea Centre, following funding approval from Auckland City Council's Finance and Strategy Committee. The screens will...
Sep 20, 2010
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Refurbished Athenaeum Theatre Back in Action
Melbourne's historic Athenaeum Theatre is thriving following its recent reopening. Part of Melbourneâs oldest cultural institution (which today houses the theatre, the Athenaeum...
Sep 17, 2010
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