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NSW Vibrancy Reforms see live music venue numbers soar
The NSW Government’s Vibrancy Reforms have doubled the incentives for extended trading hours to host live music and prevent single noise complainants from shutting down venues....
Mar 26, 2024
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Splendour in the Grass festival cancelled for 2024
Just two weeks after announcing its 2024 line-up, the Splendour In The Grass festival, Australia’s largest music festival - scheduled to take place from 19th to 21st July - has...
Mar 26, 2024
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Vivid Sydney invites local businesses to participate
City of Sydney, as a supporter of the Vivid Sydney festival of light, music, food and ideas, is encouraging local businesses to participate in this year’s event. Vivid Sydney...
Mar 26, 2024
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Members announced for South Australia’s new Artists at Work Taskforce
The South Australian Government has announced the membership of the new Artists at Work Taskforce, created to investigate work insecurity and income inequality experienced by...
Mar 26, 2024
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NAB data reveals Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour delivered $300 million for city economies
The Taylor Swift l The Eras Tour, held in February over four consecutive nights at Sydney’s Accor Stadium and three consecutive nights at Melbourne Cricket Ground helped...
Mar 25, 2024
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Aqua Rugby event returns in 2024 to new Darling Harbour location
The BSc Energy Aqua Rugby Festival, Australia’s only floating rugby tournament, is returning in 2024 to a new location at Sydney’s Darling Harbour. The third season of the...
Mar 25, 2024
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Merlin Entertainments announces record revenues as transformational strategy takes hold
Merlin Entertainments, the global leader in branded entertainment destinations, has today reported record revenues for the 2023 financial year, driven, it says, by strong...
Mar 24, 2024
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Christchurch City Council invites feedback on options for major events funding bids
Christchurch City Council has spotlighted the significant contribution of events to the city. With opportunities to grow existing events and attract new events to the city,...
Mar 24, 2024
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Pico Play theming set to bring The Wizard of Oz to life at Warner Bros. Movie World
Set to open later this year, The Wizard of Oz precinct at Warner Bros. Movie World on the Gold Coast is being created by Pico Play’s themed attractions and entertainment team....
Mar 24, 2024
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Performing arts leaders from around the world set to head to ISPA Congress in Perth
Being held in Perth from 30th April to 3rd May, the International Society for the Performing Arts (ISPA) mid-year Congress is expecting to welcome performing arts leaders from...
Mar 24, 2024
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Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix anticipates record attendance at Melbourne’s Albert Park
The Formula 1® Rolex Australian Grand Prix is back at Albert Park with the event anticipated to attract a record attendance. Tickets for today's event sold out in a matter of...
Mar 23, 2024
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2024 Sydney Royal Easter Show underway at Olympic Park
Sydney’s 2024 Royal Easter Show is underway at Olympic Park highlighting the best of the state’s regional communities, produce and livestock while also offering scary rides,...
Mar 23, 2024
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Uncertainty surrounds upcoming Pandemonium Rocks festival
Confusion is surrounding the staging of the upcoming Pandemonium Rocks festival - due to be held at four locations across the country at the end of April - following media...
Mar 22, 2024
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Architects Populous announce organisational changes for global operations
Leading global sport and entertainment architecture and design practice Populous has today announced a number of leadership changes in its global and Asia-Pacific operations....
Mar 22, 2024
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Hong Kong Stadium to host its last Rugby Sevens tournament
After 30 years, and in what is expected to be a “glorious finale”, this year’s edition of the Rugby Sevens marks the final time the renowned tournament will be played at Hong...
Mar 21, 2024
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Partnership champions Hotel Sustainability Education in Asia
A partnership between digital travel platform Agoda, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is...
Mar 21, 2024
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Tourism and Major Events Calendar launched for Shepparton and Goulburn Valley
Greater Shepparton City Council has launched its 2024 Tourism and Major Events Calendar which features cultural celebrations, major sporting events and exhibitions. The Calendar...
Mar 19, 2024
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Grainne Brunsdon appointed Screen Australia Chief Operating Officer
Screen Australia has appointed Grainne Brunsdon as their Chief Operating Officer. Brunsdon steps into the role from her current position as Director of Content, where she has...
Mar 19, 2024
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2024 set to be ICC Sydney’s biggest year for entertainment
The growth in live concerts and consumer exhibitions are seeing ICC Sydney experiencing its biggest year ever for entertainment, expanding beyond the venue having hosted more...
Mar 18, 2024
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MKTG Sports and Entertainment strengthens service offerings and refreshes organisation
Dentsu's MKTG Sports and Entertainment has today announced a strategic enhancement of its service offerings which include launching a specialised PR and Talent Marketing...
Mar 17, 2024
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Queensland Government's Brisbane Olympics venues review recommends scrapping of Gabba rebuild
The review of venues infrastructure for the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics being conducted by former Lord Mayor of Brisbane Graham Quirk has recommended that the plans to rebuild...
Mar 17, 2024
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Deep-sea-explorer James Cameron to mark opening of WA Maritime Museum exhibition
To celebrate the launch of the James Cameron - Challenging the Deep immersive exhibition at the WA Maritime Museum, James Cameron is visiting Western Australia for one...
Mar 16, 2024
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Legoland Malaysia looks to drive tourism growth through collaboration
With the nation’s tourism industry rebounding, Legoland Malaysia Resort is aiming to drive tourism growth through collaboration coupled with immersive cultural experiences, new...
Mar 16, 2024
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2024 Adelaide Festival attracts record-breaking crowds
Adelaide Festival 2024 has smashed attendance records with 478,890 attending all Adelaide Festival and Writers’ Week events, both ticketed and free (including WOMADelaide), with...
Mar 15, 2024
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