News: Events
World Athletics’ Sustainable Event Management System gains ISO 20121 certification
World Athletics has announced that the Sustainable Event Management System (SEMS) it has developed to embed sustainability into events across the sport has achieved a...
May 21, 2023
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Port Hedland sport and community hub revitalised to host array of events
The redeveloped Port Hedland Community Centre which also provides new facilities for the Port Hedland Turf Club can now host events, conferences, arts and cultural exhibitions,...
May 21, 2023
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Ferris Wheel, ice-skating rink and theatre among offerings at this year’s Bondi Festival
Waverley Council has announced the return of the popular Bondi Festival from 30th June to 16th July 2023 offering its Vista Ferris Wheel, ice-skating rink, theatre, comedy,...
May 21, 2023
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Ocean Grove Life Saving Club among recipients of new Victorian Government travel funding
The Victorian Government has announced 122 grants worth more than $245,000 to assist athletes, teams, coaches, and officials delivered through the State Government’s Athlete...
May 19, 2023
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Northern Territory Major Events Company wins 10 awards at global Eventex Awards 2023
Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) has won 10 awards at the prestigious global Eventex Awards 2023. Parrtjima – A Festival in Light 2022 received six awards, while...
May 19, 2023
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Fiji, New Zealand, Qatar and South Africa express interest in hosting 2025 Rugby League World Cup after French withdrawal
The International Rugby League (IRL) has advised that four nations have expressed initial interest in becoming the new host of its 2025 Rugby League World Cup (RLWC) following...
May 19, 2023
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FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Unity Pitch arrives at Sydney Olympic Park
The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ Unity Pitch will be at Yulang, Sydney Olympic Park until 23rd May to coincide with Female Football Week taking place across NSW and providing an...
May 18, 2023
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AUSTSWIM to hold its 'Soak it Up' International Conference ‘Reimagined’ 2023 on the Gold Coast
AUSTSWIM’s ‘Soak It Up’ International Conference ‘Reimagined’ 2023 promises to deliver a premier event for swimming and water safety education in Australia This is AUSTSWIM’s...
May 18, 2023
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Asian theme park performance recovers with revenues exceeding 2019 levels
Theme parks in Asia are recording revenues exceeding 2019 levels, recovering from the impact of the pandemic when attendance plunges. Advising that the resurgence is part of a...
May 18, 2023
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Forum highlights that collaboration is key to saving lives in South East Queensland
Convened by Royal Life Saving and hosted by City of Gold Coast, a two day water safety forum held on 15th and 16th May brought together senior leaders from across government,...
May 18, 2023
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ESSA’s Exercise Right Week 2023 spotlights importance of seeking right advice
Driven by Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA), Exercise Right Week will run from 22nd to 28th May, focusing on the theme of "The Right Advice." This year's campaign...
May 18, 2023
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Vietnam Golf marketing initiative aims to boost juniors via events and coaching programs
Recognising that the "future of golf in Vietnam is in the hands of the juniors", Vietnam Golf Coast (VGC) - a rebooted destination marketing initiative linking Central Vietnam’s...
May 18, 2023
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UFC agrees multi-year deal to host fight events in Sydney
The NSW Government has advised that it has secured a series of fight events to be staged in Sydney through a partnership with mixed martial arts brand the Ultimate Fighting...
May 17, 2023
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ICC Sydney team thrilled to secure five wins at MEA NSW Awards
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, secured five wins at the recently held Meetings and Events Australia (MEA) New South Wales Awards...
May 17, 2023
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Official branding launched for FIFA World Cup 2026 along with campaign ‘WE ARE 26’
The official branding for FIFA World Cup 2026 was launched on 17th May 2023 with the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy - the most widely recognised and prized sporting asset globally –...
May 17, 2023
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Sugarbag Festival to celebrate Northern Territory queer community
Sugarbag, a festival celebrating queer arts and culture in the Northern Territory, will return next month with a lively inclusive program of workshops, exhibitions, music,...
May 17, 2023
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Walk With Me engages elite athletes and coaches to support communities’ mental health
Walk With Me, a registered Not-For-Profit organisation, has a purpose to engage elite athletes and coaches in supporting the physical and mental health within communities....
May 17, 2023
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Agricultural show society volunteers invited to attend AgShows NSW conference
All volunteers from agricultural shows as far afield as Wentworth in the west, Moree in the north and Bombala in the south of NSW are invited to attend a one-day conference,...
May 17, 2023
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VMA names Phil King as new President
The Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) Ltd has announced the election of Phil King AVM, Chief Commercial Officer at the South Australian Cricket Association, as its...
May 16, 2023
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Melbourne's new music festival to be held across an array of venues
A new music event - the inaugural Eighty-Six festival – is scheduled for Melbourne in October with the first international acts having been announced and with more local acts...
May 16, 2023
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Individual award winners and 2024 host city announced at WA Regional Tourism Conference
Recognised for their outstanding contribution to the tourism industry, four individuals secured awards at last night’s WA Regional Tourism Conference dinner held in...
May 16, 2023
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ICC Sydney promotes 30 team members
Acknowledging individuals’ contributions and potential, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global has announced 30 team member promotions from...
May 16, 2023
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Rangebow Festival among Sunshine Coast Council grant recipients
The Rangebow Festival, an event that celebrates the “creative spirit of the hinterland’’, along with community facility upgrades and sporting equipment purchases are among the...
May 16, 2023
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Vantage Markets sponsors Activated Badminton Challenge and encourages community fitness
Vantage Markets, an award-winning financial trading platform headquartered in Sydney, has announced its sponsorship of the Activated Badminton Challenge (ABC), an initiative...
May 16, 2023
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