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WSC Sports announces new AI products to boost fan engagement
Artificial intelligence-powered sports technology company WSC Sports is introducing three new solutions to its product suite focuses on enhancing user engagement, with...
May 29, 2024
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IAAPA Expo Asia 2024 opens in Bangkok with the theme of 'evolution'
IAAPA Expo Asia 2024, the largest trade exhibition in the region for the global attractions industry, is underway in Bangkok until 30th May and promises attendees an immersive...
May 28, 2024
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Dreamworld announces winter events highlights
Dreamworld has unveiled its winter 2024 program with the entire park to be transformed, both day and night, during the upcoming school holidays. The seasonal celebration will...
May 27, 2024
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Legacy Entertainment selected as lead design team for new Beijing Ocean Park
California-based entertainment design firm Legacy Entertainment has been named as lead designer for the upcoming Ocean Park in Beijing following an international tender. The...
May 27, 2024
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Encore Event Technologies showcases Sofitel Sydney’s commitment to innovation
When Sofitel Sydney Wentworth reveals its $60 million refurbishment this Spring, among the impressive innovations are those delivered by Encore Event Technologies. Sofitel...
May 27, 2024
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Armidale ‘Big Chill’ festival delivers impressive boost to local economy
Armidale Big Chill event organiser, Armidale Regional Council, located in the New England and Northern Tablelands regions of New South Wales, has flagged the success of the...
May 27, 2024
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Big Red Group encourages tourism operators to connect with Gen Z via TikTok
Australia’s largest experience network, Big Red Group, is encouraging tourism operators to embrace TikTok to connect with Gen Z travellers, following new research which shows...
May 26, 2024
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Opening hours extended for inner Sydney licensed venues during Vivid festival
Inner Sydney licensed venues have been granted extended opening hours during Vivid Sydney. Eligible venues can operate until midnight on Sundays from 26th May to 9th June as...
May 26, 2024
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Aardman announces Shaun the Sheep attractions partnership with Max-Matching Entertainments
Multi-award-winning animation studio, Aardman, has announced a licensing partnership for Farm Attractions and Family Entertainment Centres with Max-Matching Entertainments in...
May 26, 2024
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Mundaring’s Outdoor Kookaburra Cinema saved by prisoners
When extensive storm damage forced the closure of family owned and run Mundaring’s Outdoor Kookaburra Cinema located in the Perth Hills, the owner put out a call to the...
May 26, 2024
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Vivid Sydney turns the lights on for 2024
Vivid Sydney 2024 has commenced its 14th year with a spectacular opening night, as the festival transforms Sydney’s harbour, iconic landmarks and cityscape with a showcase of...
May 24, 2024
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NBL partners with WNBL and Basketball Australia to deliver inaugural 'HoopsFest' initiative in Perth
Perth will be the hub of Australian basketball in September 2024 when the inaugural ‘HoopsFest’ - an initiative supported by the Western Australian Government and Basketball...
May 23, 2024
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IAAPA Expo Asia 2024 to showcase innovations and deliver comprehensive education program
The global attractions industry not only continues to provide entertainment to millions, but also contributes significantly to both local and global economies. The industry will...
May 23, 2024
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Valo Motion unveils dynamic sequel to ValoClimb's popular ‘Climball'
Valo Motion, the Finnish developer of active mixed-reality attractions, has unveiled ‘Climball Legends’ for ValoClimb, the dynamic sequel to their viral hit game Climball which...
May 23, 2024
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New performing arts venue opens in Chatswood
A new performing arts venue - The Lounge - has opened at The Concourse Performing Arts Centre, in the northern Sydney suburb of Chatswood and will be home to a diverse range of...
May 23, 2024
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Winning design revealed for $188 million redevelopment of Parramatta's Riverside Theatres
A 1500 seat Broadway-style lyric theatre with First Nations inspired interiors is among the key features of the winning design for $188 million plus redevelopment of Riverside...
May 22, 2024
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VMA looks back on successful 2024 Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress
The 31st Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress has concluded, breaking previous attendance records with over 560 attendees joining the Venue Management Association (Asia and...
May 22, 2024
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Northern Territory Major Events Company marks 25th anniversary
Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) is celebrating 25 years of delivering extraordinary events and experiences to Territorians. Established in 1999, NTMEC evolved...
May 22, 2024
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VMA announces 2024 Venue Industry Award winners
The Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced the winners of its 2024 Venue Industry Awar ds, presented last night at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, as...
May 21, 2024
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Ballers Clubhouse expands its competitive socialising offerings with Adelaide opening
Australia's immersive adult entertainment hub, Ballers Clubhouse (of the Superverse Group), is set to open its doors in Adelaide this July - taking over the historic Ruthven...
May 21, 2024
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Consortium behind Auckland waterfront stadium releases new designs
The consortium behind the proposed new stadium in Auckland's Wynyard Quarter has released new design renders for the 55,000-seat venue. Designed by Populous, the new venue would...
May 21, 2024
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RAC Arena agrees Crown Resorts partnership
Perth’s RAC Arena has announced Crown Perth as its first Integrated Hotel and Resort Partner. As part of the multi-year agreement which runs through to 2027, the Crown Perth...
May 20, 2024
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Gumbuya World to present digital light experience showcasing Indigenous culture
Traditional First Nations storytelling will meet cutting-edge technology at Gumbuya World with the upcoming presentation of Gumbuya Dreaming, an innovative digital light...
May 20, 2024
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ASM Global’s Tim Worton to step down after 33 year entertainment industry career
Tim Worton, Group Director of Arenas for ASM Global (APAC), has announced that he is to step away from the industry after 25 years as part of the ASM Global family and 33 years...
May 19, 2024
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