News: Events
Brisbane’s major events calendar to bring one million visitors and inject $150 million into the local economy
Major events in Brisbane, including concerts, sport and cultural festivals, are set to attract more than 1 million visitors and inject $150 million into the city’s economy this...
Apr 18, 2023
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BFT partners with HYROX to bring largest fitness race in the world to Australia
Fitness franchise BFT has announced that it is joining forces with HYROX, Europe's largest fitness race, to become the brand's exclusive training centre in Asia Pacific. The...
Apr 17, 2023
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Aquatic and Recreation Institute appoints new Executive Officer, announces Graham Arnold as 2023 conference program keynote
The NSW Aquatic and Recreation Institute has announced the appointment of Natalie Brownstein as its new Executive Officer. In an update, the ARINSW Board of Directors advised...
Apr 17, 2023
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FIBO 2023 impressively demonstrated the synergies between fitness and health
This year FIBO 2023 saw 867 exhibitors dedicating themselves to the trade show’s vision of promoting a strong and healthy society. Presenting the latest equipment and workouts,...
Apr 17, 2023
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IAAPA opens registration for IAAPA Expo Asia 2023
Counting down to its IAAPA Expo Asia 2023, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has opened registrations for the continent’s leading trade...
Apr 17, 2023
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Team Global Express announced as FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Official Logistics Services Provider
Australia’s leading multi-modal logistics provider, Team Global Express, has been announced as the Official Logistics Services Provider in Australia and New Zealand for the...
Apr 17, 2023
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Academy Games return to Wagga Wagga featuring 1300 athletes
The 2023 Your Local Club Academy Games returns to Wagga Wagga next week, featuring the emerging talent of 1300 athletes from all 11 Regional Academies of Sport across New South...
Apr 17, 2023
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Sport
New funding backs Australian Institute of Sport initiative for gender equality in coaching by 2032
In a rare announcement on the sporting elements in her governmental portfolio, Federal Minister for Aged Care and Minister for Sport, Anika Wells has today announced that the...
Apr 17, 2023
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Singapore achieves Global Sustainable Tourism Council certification as sustainable urban destination
Singapore’s efforts and commitment in becoming a sustainable urban destination has been recognised by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) with the city-state being...
Apr 17, 2023
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New LED lighting installed at Dubbo Showground ahead of annual Show
The atmosphere at Dubbo Showground will be much brighter following the completion of an electrical upgrade and installation of new LED lighting on the eastern side of the...
Apr 16, 2023
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24th World Transplant Games held across multiple Perth Venues
The 24th World Transplant Games are being held across multiple Perth venues with today’s Parade of Nations on the Matagarup Bridge Burswood ahead of the Opening Ceremony at...
Apr 15, 2023
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WPGA Tour Australasia partners with TrustGolf to co-sanction Thailand Mixed
The WPGA Tour of Australasia has agreed to become a co-sanctioning partner of the Thailand Mixed hosted by TrustGolf series of events in 2023. There are five events in the...
Apr 15, 2023
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Golf
New Victorian Motorsport circuit to be built in Avalon
The Victorian government has announced it will invest $1.6 million into a new motorsport circuit to be built in Avalon on the outskirts of Melbourne. The investment will help...
Apr 14, 2023
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NTMEC opens Expressions of Interest for 2024 Alice Springs Masters Games
Northern Territory Major Events Company has opened Expressions of Interest for sports keen to be included in the Alice Springs Masters Games (ASMG) program next year from...
Apr 14, 2023
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WTA ends Peng Shuai-inspired boycott and resumes tournaments in China
The women's professional tennis tour is lifting its suspension of tournament operation in China and will resume tournaments this September, conceding its requests concerning the...
Apr 13, 2023
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New turf among upgrades at Perth Rectangular Stadium ahead of FIFA Women's World Cup
A new hybrid grass pitch is being installed at Perth Rectangular Stadium (HBF Park), while other venue upgrades are also nearing completion to enhance player and spectator...
Apr 13, 2023
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New compact course for Christchurch Marathon
The Frontrunner Christchurch Marathon being held on 16th April will offer a new central city loop course taking in Hagley Park, Christchurch Town Hall, Cranmer Square and the...
Apr 13, 2023
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Local Government NSW tourism conference to be held in Manly
The Local Government NSW Destination & Visitor Economy Conference 2023 will be held in Manly and hosted by Northern Beaches Council from 29th -31st May. The event is anticipated...
Apr 13, 2023
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City2Surf secures partnerships with adidas and rebel for next five years
Sydney’s City2Surf fun run has secured partnerships with adidas and rebel for the coming five years. Under the new agreements both organisations will be involved with the event...
Apr 12, 2023
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Cut Above Collective booking agency launches in Western Australia
Live Nation Australia and Mellen Events have partnered with Cut Above Collective, an all-new booking agency based in Western Australia. Cut Above’s experienced team of industry...
Apr 12, 2023
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Sydney Contemporary announces departure of Fair Director Barry Keldoulis
Sydney Contemporary has today announced Fair Director Barry Keldoulis will be leaving Art Fairs Australia after 10 years with the organisation. Keldoulis was the inaugural Fair...
Apr 12, 2023
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Genesis Health + Fitness Manager shares key themes from IHRSA 2023
National Fitness Manager for Genesis Health + Fitness, Sam Merza, attended this year’s fitness and health industry IRHSA Trade Show in San Diego in March to see first-hand the...
Apr 12, 2023
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Les Mills, adidas and Sport Singapore to stage LES MILLS LIVE fitness festival in Singapore
Leading active brands adidas and Les Mills have partnered with Sport Singapore to announce the staging of LES MILLS LIVE Singapore at the Singapore Sports Hub on 3rd and 4th...
Apr 12, 2023
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Ice Hockey Australia to leverage opportunities around NHL exhibition matches
Ice Hockey Australia has welcomed the announcement that the North American National Hockey League teams Arizona Coyotes and Los Angeles Kings will face off in two exhibition...
Apr 12, 2023
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