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Hidden Valley’s motorsport precinct upgrades to improve accessibility
The Northern Territory Government is allocating $3 million in Budget 2024 towards the first stage of the Hidden Valley Master Plan upgrade - making the popular motorsport track...
Apr 21, 2024
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APRA Music Awards recognise Australian Calisthenic Federation
Music licencing bodies APRA AMCOS has acknowledged the Australian Calisthenic Federation (ACF) as its 2024 Licensee of the Year. Recognising and rewarding the contribution of...
Apr 19, 2024
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Sunshine Coast Mayor rules out private operator for troubled Caloundra Music Festival
With rising costs having prompted the cancellation of this year’s Caloundra Music Festival, Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli has ruled out bringing in a private operator for...
Apr 19, 2024
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AXS acquires majority stake in event-technology company WRSTBND
The AEG ticketing platform AXS has moved to expand its global reach by acquiring a majority stake in WRSTBND, a leading provider of access control, credentialing and...
Apr 18, 2024
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Faster, Further, Together the theme for 2024 Green Sports Alliance Summit
The Green Sports Alliance (GSA) has announced that its 14th annual Summit, themed ‘Faster, Further, Together’, will be held at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles, California, USA from...
Apr 18, 2024
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Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre Masterplan opened for Public Review
Wagga Wagga City Council is calling for community feedback for the draft Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre - Performing Arts Masterplan to ensure the plans for the future of the venue...
Apr 18, 2024
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Seating supplier Camatic enters voluntary administration
EXCLUSIVE: Leading industry seating supplier Camatic Pty Ltd has entered administration with a first meeting of creditors having been held yesterday. The Victorian-based seating...
Apr 17, 2024
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AXS joins with TikTok in global ticketing partnership
Popular short-form video hosting service TikTok has announces a new partnership with ticketing platform AXS to offer fans a new way to discover and buy tickets to live events....
Apr 16, 2024
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Sensory Room at Perth's Optus Stadium gets official unveiling
In operation since the start of the AFL season, a new sensory room at Perth's Optus Stadium has today been official unveiled. Introduced last year, the Purple Hands Sensory...
Apr 16, 2024
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Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands poised for US$3.3 billion expansion
Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands integrated resort is poised for a major expansion that will introduce a new all-suite hotel tower and a 15,000-seat arena next to its existing...
Apr 16, 2024
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Independent festival and ticketing businesses critical of multinational companies benefitting from government funding progams
Amid the challenges facing outdoor festivals and with Federal and state government stepping in with funding programs, live performance industry stakeholders are questioning...
Apr 16, 2024
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Digital logbook technology set to enhance amusement ride safety
A new innovation in amusement park and carnival ride safety is set to enhance and streamline operations in the attractions industry. Created by Brisbane-based technology company...
Apr 16, 2024
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ACT Government commits to boosting Canberra’s night-time economy
The ACT Government has passed the Liquor (Night-Time Economy) Amendment Bill 2024, highlighting the their commitment to supporting businesses and boosting Canberra’s night-time...
Apr 15, 2024
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Suncorp Stadium named a finalist in global venue awards program
Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium has revealed that it has been shortlisted for the Venue of the Year Award in the internationally recognised TheStadiumBusiness Awards 2024. Having...
Apr 15, 2024
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Victoria’s Castlemaine Festival calls in administrators
The Castlemaine State Festival has entered voluntary administration as a result of lower than anticipated attendance last year. In a statement, the organisers of the biennial...
Apr 14, 2024
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Fremantle Passenger Terminal to activate its space with rock concert
After recently hosting two major events during Fremantle Biennale, the heritage listed Fremantle Passenger Terminal is re-opening its expansive space to host legendary rock band...
Apr 14, 2024
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New grants to back Victorian live music venues and festivals
The Victorian Government has announced $10 million in new grants for musicians, music venues and festivals, intending to support local jobs for musicians and helping venues and...
Apr 13, 2024
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Parrtjima festival illuminates Alice Springs in a celebration of First Nations culture
Parrtjima – A Festival in Light commenced last night in Alice Springs and runs until 21st April, promising 10 nights of new illuminations, captivating artworks, engaging talks,...
Apr 12, 2024
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Hume City Council resurrects Sunbury music festival
Sunbury ’24, hosted by Hume City Council at The Nook on Saturday 13th April, is set to see history repeated as visitors have the opportunity to experience a daylong festival....
Apr 11, 2024
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Loss of venue forces cancellation of 2024 Ballarat Show
The Ballarat Agricultural and Pastoral Society has advised that, due to an inability to secure a venue, the 2024 Ballarat Show will not go ahead. Usually held at the Ballarat...
Apr 11, 2024
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Music Australia approves four Delivery Partners for pilot investments in 2024
Four firms have been announced as Music Australia Delivery Partners in 2024 and will share $900,000 in pilot funding aimed at fostering growth and development within the...
Apr 10, 2024
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Strategic partnership developed between Queensland Music Trails and CamperMate
A strategic partnership between QLD Music Trails and CamperMate has been developed to leverage the strengths and synergies of both organisations to create opportunities for...
Apr 10, 2024
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Independent music and arts 'Sleepless Festival' celebrates Melbourne West’s cultural offerings
Footscray in Melbourne’s West is set to transform when the independent music and arts 'Sleepless Festival' returns this May for two weeks offering a vibrant showcase of music,...
Apr 10, 2024
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IAAPA Expo Asia 2024 offers education sessions for upskilling in attractions industry
This year, IAAPA, the leading global association for amusement facilities and attractions, is addressing these challenges head on at IAAPA Expo Asia 2024, held 27th-30th May at...
Apr 10, 2024
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