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Monash University study finds festival drug-checking services could reduce deaths
An analysis of all drug-related deaths at music festivals across Australia over the past decade has revealed that most incidents are related to young people and the use of MDMA...
Jan 19, 2024
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Additions to Sydney Harbour sees opening of Barangaroo outdoor cinema and plans for Cockatoo Island pool
The largest outdoor movie screen in the country has been launched as the centrepiece of the MOV’IN BED experience at Barangaroo’s new city beach in Sydney. Opened last weekend...
Jan 18, 2024
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Perth's Fringe World Festival set to attract thousands to over 100 venues
Perth's Fringe World Festival is running from 19th January to 18th February 2024 with performers from comedy to cabaret anticipated to attract hundreds of thousands of people to...
Jan 18, 2024
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Hobbit Hole interiors at Hobbiton Movie Set prove popular since December opening
The latest addition at Matamata attraction the Hobbiton Movie Set - the opening of the interiors of two Hobbit holes - have proved to be a major drawcard through New Zealand’s...
Jan 18, 2024
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Sydney Symphony returns to Parramatta with fireworks and drone show as part of Sydney Festival
Sydney Festival favourite - the free non-ticketed Sydney Symphony Under the Stars: Pictures in the Sky - returns to Parramatta on Saturday 20th January featuring the Sydney...
Jan 17, 2024
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NSW Government announces raising of concert cap for Sydney’s Allianz Stadium and SCG
The NSW Government has announced that it has lifted the concert cap at the Sydney Cricket Ground precinct from an average of four events a year to 20 events a year. NSW Premier...
Jan 16, 2024
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Office for the Arts announces latest live music grants to get festivals thriving
The Federal Government's Office for the Arts has announced $2.5 million in funding for live events and festivals under the latest round of the Live Music Australia program....
Jan 16, 2024
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Popular demand sees MCEC extend its season of BBC Earth Experience
Exclusive to Melbourne, tickets to the BBC Earth Experience - an immersive audio-visual and interactive experience at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre - have been in...
Jan 16, 2024
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Victoria’s screen industry economy boosted by Liam Neeson film
Hollywood star Liam Neeson is returning to Victoria for his latest project, ‘Ice Road 2:Road to the Sky’ which starts filming in the state this month and anticipated to deliver...
Jan 16, 2024
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Maitland City Council to offer free aquatic centre entry on Australia Day
Looking forward to Australia Day, Maitland City Council will offer free pool entry to the Maitland Aquatic Centre and East Maitland Aquatic Centres on 26th January. Part of the...
Jan 15, 2024
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City of Perth experiences biggest festive season on record
According to the latest spend and foot traffic data, the City of Perth has recorded its biggest festive season on record with Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas noting the data...
Jan 15, 2024
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25,000 fans contribute to another successful Parkes Elvis Festival
The 2024 Parkes Elvis Festival, which ran from 10th to 14th January attracted around 25,000 Elvis fans with their bejewelled jumpsuits, poodle skirts and pompadour wigs to shake...
Jan 14, 2024
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French theme park commences trials for immersive theatre experience in Shanghai
Puy du Fou, a historical theme park in Les Epesses, in the Pays de la Loire region of western France, will commence trial operations for its new immersive theatre in the first...
Jan 14, 2024
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Darwin Street Art Festival moved to cooler months
The Darwin Street Art Festival which is usually held in September and October will this year run from 18th May to 8th June as it returns for its eighth instalment. The date...
Jan 14, 2024
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Western Australian venues dominate at 2023 Stadium Awards
Western Australian venues have dominated at the 2023 Stadium Awards winning in four of the five categories. In what is the fifth edition of the awards, Perth’s Optus Stadium was...
Jan 14, 2024
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South Australian Government announces financial boost for live music scene
The South Australian Government, through their See it LIVE program, is investing $850,000 to boost live music venues and support the state’s music industry. Rather than...
Jan 12, 2024
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Coldplay advise of environmental initiatives employed on current world tour
While having broken the record for the most concert tickets sold for a tour, British supergroup Coldplay have released details of the game-changing environmental measures being...
Jan 12, 2024
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Sydney's Hordern Pavilion counts down to centenary events
With this year marking 100 years since Sydney’s The Hordern Pavilion first opened its doors, the historic venue is counting down to celebrating the anniversary of its opening on...
Jan 11, 2024
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Organisers postpone Vintage Vibes Festival citing 'current economic pressures'
The organisers of the Vintage Vibes Festival, which was scheduled to take place at Tomich Wines, Adelaide Hills on 27th and 28th January, have announced that the event has been...
Jan 11, 2024
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Sportway announces expansion of operations into Australia
Sportway Media Group has announced its expansion into the Australian sports media industry through the launch of its subsidiary Sportway Australia. Engaged in the production and...
Jan 11, 2024
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Brisbane performing arts school acquired by UK-based Global Education Holdings
The Australian Performing Arts Conservatory (APAC) has new owners following the announcement that the Brisbane-based cultural institution has been acquired by UK-headquartered...
Jan 11, 2024
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New mini golf attraction opens on NSW Central Coast
Family owned mini-golf attraction, Hole in Fun, has recently opened in Lisarow, located on the NSW Central Coast, and offers experiences tailored to both children and adults....
Jan 11, 2024
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Victorian Government and AFL partner to revitalise Dockland site and enhance Marvel Stadium
A Joint Venture agreement has been announced by the Victorian Government and Australian Football League (AFL) to transform the Docklands waterfront and enhance Marvel Stadium as...
Jan 10, 2024
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Children a focus at openings of 2024 Adelaide International Tennis Tournament and Australian Open
Children are a focus at this year’s opening week of tennis tournaments in Adelaide and Melbourne with family activities, children’s challenges and offers of free racquets. The...
Jan 10, 2024
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