News: Entertainment
EVANZ presents 2023 New Zealand entertainment venue awards in Dunedin
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) has recognised excellence in venue management with the presentation of its 2023 Entertainment Venue Awards. Presented...
Nov 29, 2023
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VicScreen appoints digital games industry leader Lisy Kane to its Board
Games industry leader, Lisy Kane has been appointed to the VicScreen Board bringing over a decade of digital games experience to the state’s creative and economic screen...
Nov 28, 2023
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Big Red Group calls upon consumers to support tourism industry this festive season
To enhance the support for its network of over 3,000 experience operators nationwide, Big Red Group, ANZ’s largest experience marketplace, is calling upon consumers to support...
Nov 28, 2023
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Future plans revealed for Sunshine Coast’s Nambour Showgrounds
Future plans revealed for Sunshine Coast’s Nambour Showgrounds Sunshine Coast Council has revealed a 15-year blueprint for the Nambour Showgrounds - one of the region’s most...
Nov 28, 2023
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ICC Sydney presents array of entertainment options over summer season
This summer, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney is offering an extraordinary array of entertainment events to choose from at its theatres. ICC Sydney will stage...
Nov 28, 2023
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Holey Moley launches new advertising campaign
Funlab’s Holey Moley Golf Club brand has launched a new advertising campaign with the theme that its locations offer a ‘fun way to test friendships’. Developed by Dentsu...
Nov 27, 2023
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Eventfinda and ASB Theatre Marlborough reveal ticketing partnership
Eventfinda - New Zealand’s largest independent ticketing provider - and the Marlborough Civic Theatre Trust, owner and operator of the ASB Theatre Marlborough, have revealed a...
Nov 27, 2023
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Christchurch’s new Hornby Centre library to include Audio/Video space
Christchurch City Council has advised that the new library being built at Matatiki Hornby Centre is to include an Audio/Video space offering a bookable recording facility,...
Nov 26, 2023
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Victorian Government allocates $2 million to support music industry workers
The Victorian Government is allocating $2 million for national charity Support Act to ensure more live music workers have access to important mental health, wellbeing and crisis...
Nov 26, 2023
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Asia Amusement and Attractions Expo looks forward to 20th edition in 2024
Returning to Guangzhou’s China Import and Export Fair Complex, this year’s Asia Amusement and Attractions Expo 2024 will be its 20th edition. Running from 10th to 12th May next...
Nov 26, 2023
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Victoria’s ALWAYS LIVE program set to fill venues across the state
Today marks the start of the Victorian Government’s ALWAYS LIVE music program which is anticipated to fill venues and attract thousands of visitors across the state. Grammy...
Nov 23, 2023
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City of Fremantle looks to introduce new experiences and management by Belgravia Leisure
The City of Fremantle is supporting the advertising of a new business plan for Fremantle Public Golf Course which would see the introduction of new entertainment and social...
Nov 23, 2023
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Live Nation's Spilt Milk music festival returns for its highest ever attendance per event
Brands, music and culture unite at Live Nation's Spilt Milk with 2023 expected to see the largest per event attendance for a single-day music festival in Australia. Produced by...
Nov 23, 2023
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Fan dies after Allianz Stadium concert fall
A woman who was seriously injured during a concert by Robbie Williams at Sydney's Allianz Stadium last week has died. The woman, reported as being in her 70s, had been in...
Nov 22, 2023
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Ticketek unveils accessible ticket booking platform
Major ticketing platform Ticketek has today advised of its launch of an accessible ticket booking platform that aims to make it easier for people with a disability to get...
Nov 21, 2023
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Skills Active Aotearoa announces Khiry Hewitt as 2023 Apprentice of the Year
Khiry Hewitt, based at audio visual company, VIDCOM, has earned Skills Active Aotearoa’s esteemed title for this year's top award in work-based learning within te ahumahi...
Nov 21, 2023
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Hong Kong Tourism Board spotlights city’s openings and upcoming festivals
Hong Kong Tourism Board has highlighted the city’s current and upcoming offerings - including the debut of Hong Kong Disneyland’s ‘The World of Frozen’ and the Hong Kong...
Nov 21, 2023
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New generation of leaders emerge at 28th Venue Management School
The Venue Management Association has advised of the success of its 2023 Venue Management School (VMS) and VMA Leadership Institute (LI) held earlier this month at Kingscliff in...
Nov 20, 2023
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The CaPTA Group offers first look at Cairns' latest Visitor Attraction at the Pier
The CaPTA Group has offered a first look at the new wildlife experience located at The Pier Cairns Centre. The new attraction follows on from the closure of Cairns ZOOM and...
Nov 20, 2023
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Landmark changes to make it easier for organisers to host events in NSW
Event organisers along with communities and councils in NSW will have a much easier and cost-effective path to hosting festivals, parties and events on their local streets and...
Nov 20, 2023
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Australian Ski Resorts welcome opening of 2023/24 Mountain Bike Season
Australian Ski Resorts - Falls Creek in Victoria and Thredbo in NSW – have officially opened their 2023/24 Mountain Bike seasons. The much-anticipated opening of Falls Creek...
Nov 20, 2023
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Surf lifesavers remind school leavers to stay safe around water
With celebrations having officially commenced for High School leavers (‘Schoolies’) on Saturday 18th November, surf lifesavers are reminding potential revellers that alcohol,...
Nov 20, 2023
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ARIA and PPCA provide submissions in support of fair payment for recording artists from Radio Stations
Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) and Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) today revealed their submissions supporting the Copyright Legislation...
Nov 20, 2023
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Illuminate Adelaide generates record-breaking economic boost for South Australia
Recently released data for South Australia’s ‘Illuminate Adelaide’ showed the state’s newest major winter event generated $54.3 million in economic activity for the state –...
Nov 20, 2023
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