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Inaugural celebrity basketball tournament and skills clinic launches in Hobart and Melbourne
A new tournament of celebrity basketball players has been announced with the inaugural ‘All Star Down Under Basketball Event’, launching in Hobart and Melbourne in February with...
Feb 1, 2024
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Peak body for NSW’s agricultural shows welcomes new Chief Executive
AgShows NSW, the parent body of 192 show societies in the state since 1929, has announced the appointment of Brooke Beales as its new Chief Executive. Announcing the...
Feb 1, 2024
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VMA to stage industry celebration in honour of former President Gareth James
Following the death in November last year of founder member and Past President Gareth James, the Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) is staging a special Industry...
Jan 31, 2024
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Eden Park achieves record-breaking financial results in past year
Auckland’s Eden Park has recorded a net operating profit of $8.27 million in the 12 months to 31st October 2023, a $4.6 million increase over the previous year, marking the best...
Jan 29, 2024
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Human Rights Watch spotlights possible deportation of rock band from Thailand to Russia
Human Rights Watch has advised that members of the exiled Russian-Belarusian rock band Bi-2 face persecution for their public criticism of the Russian government if Thailand...
Jan 29, 2024
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New sport events and festivals to support Tasmania as winter destination
The Tasmanian Government has announced a winter tourism package to help deliver new events in the cooler months and to build on Tasmania’s reputation as a winter travel...
Jan 29, 2024
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Western Australian arts organisations share $1.7million in Government grants
The Western Australian Government’s Arts Projects for Organisations grant program is providing $1.7 million to be shared among 29 arts and cultural organisations in support of...
Jan 29, 2024
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Taman Safari Bali adds underwater theatrical experience to its offerings
Taman Safari Bali, an attraction that combines wildlife in their natural habitat with ecosystems intersecting with Balinese culture, has launched Varuna, the first of its kind...
Jan 29, 2024
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Creative Australia announces reappointment of Chief Executive Adrian Collette
Having steered the organisation through a significant period of transformation following his appointment in January 2019, Creative Australia has announced the reappointment of...
Jan 28, 2024
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2024 Australia Day Honours list recognises more than 1,000 people
A range of people from across the leisure industry have been recognised in the 2024 Australia Day Honours list. For only the second time in the history of the Honours, more...
Jan 25, 2024
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Wellington's Sky Stadium trials new Mobility Transfer Service for major events
Ahead of the Foo Fighters concert this Saturday 27th January, Sky Stadium is trialling a new Mobility Transfer Service to assist fans from Wellington Railway Station to the...
Jan 25, 2024
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Merlin Entertainments' Scott O'Neil explains vision to be global leader in branded entertainment destinations
Merlin Entertainments Chief Executive Scott O'Neil has explained his vision for the company to be the "global leader in branded entertainment destinations and the greatest place...
Jan 25, 2024
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Events Centre Caloundra Chief Executive Bronwyn Edinger receives Australia Day honour
Bronwyn Edinger, Chief Executive of The Events Centre Caloundra, has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2024 Australia Day Honours list - receiving the...
Jan 25, 2024
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Groovin the Moo Queensland festival moves to Sunshine Coast Stadium and Kawana Sports Precinct
Set to be staged at six locations across Australia during May and June, the returning Groovin the Moo festival series will be held at a new venue when it reaches the Sunshine...
Jan 24, 2024
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MCEC’s Food and Beverage Team Leader Ruby Scrimizzi enhances BBC Earth Experience
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), currently home of the breathtaking BBC Earth Experience, has advised that their Food and Beverage Team Leader, Ruby Scrimizzi...
Jan 24, 2024
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teamLab Planets Tokyo secures top 5 Google search ranking for museums
teamLab Planets Tokyo in Toyosu has secured top five position in Google’s 2023 search ranking for 'Most Popular Museums in the World'. An international art collective, the...
Jan 23, 2024
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Dreamworld commences construction on its new experiential Rivertown precinct
Following months of demolition and site preparations, Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld has today commenced construction on its highly anticipated Rivertown precinct. Destined to...
Jan 22, 2024
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Thredbo hosts successful 29th Blues Festival
Thredbo’s hosting of the 29th Blues Festival on the weekend attracted over a thousand blues fans from across Australia to the Snowy Mountains for a three program featuring over...
Jan 22, 2024
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New three-year partnership for Ticketmaster Australia and Royal Agricultural Society of NSW
Ticketmaster Australia has announced a new three-year partnership deal with the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) to continue ticketing the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Under...
Jan 21, 2024
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Michelle Zangari promoted to role of Senior Manager Live Events at ICC Sydney
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has announced the promotion of Michelle Zangari to the role of Senior Manager, Live Events. Building on her experience as ICC...
Jan 21, 2024
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Perth 'Outta Bounds' golf entertainment complex to open in June 2024
The ‘Outta Bounds’ golf complex, located 15 minutes from Perth CBD, is replacing the existing driving range and practice ground at Murdoch Pines Golf and Recreation Park,...
Jan 21, 2024
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36th annual Midsumma Festival gets underway in Melbourne
The 36th annual Midsumma Festival is underway in Melbourne offering a three-week LGBTIQA+ art and cultural event showcasing pride, inclusivity and equality for Victoria's...
Jan 21, 2024
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Local Northern Territory screen practitioners secure funding in 2024
Four local screen practitioners have been announced as recipients of the Northern Territory Government’s Screen Territory Funding Program 2023-24 Story Development Round 1. The...
Jan 20, 2024
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Samurai Ninja Museum Tokyo offers diverse cultural experiences
Samurai Ninja Museum Tokyo, which opened in December 2023, offers an array of experiences allowing visitors to learn about Japan's samurai history and be immersed in Ninja...
Jan 19, 2024
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