News: Events
BASSINTHEGRASS and Dolly’s Dream continue partnership
Northern Territory’s biggest music festival, BASSINTHEGRASS has announced that anti-bullying organisation Dolly's Dream returns this year as their official charity partner. The...
Feb 11, 2023
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Australian and Asia Pacific Masters Games sign Memorandum of Understanding
The Australian Masters Games has, for the first time in its 36-year history, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Asia Pacific Masters Games, aimed at bringing...
Feb 11, 2023
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ASM Global Asia Pacific appoints new Director of Marketing
Harvey Lister, Chairman and Chief Executive of ASM Global Asia Pacific, has announced the appointment of Australian convention specialist and marketer, Beverley Parker, as the...
Feb 10, 2023
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Singapore to host 2025 World Aquatics Championships
Singapore has been awarded hosting rights for the 2025 World Aquatics Championships, replacing the Russian Federation city of Kazan which had been due to stage the event. World...
Feb 10, 2023
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Small Business Ombudsman continues to back AALARA’s DMF plans for the amusement and attractions industry
Releasing a new document today providing ‘additional insights’, Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) Bruce Billson has advised of his continued...
Feb 9, 2023
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Strategic Membership Solutions share ideas for creating immersive and engaging conference experiences
Strategic Membership Solutions (SMS), an organisation providing strategic planning, sponsorship, and membership support for associations, highlights the importance for...
Feb 9, 2023
Events
Sydney’s famous ‘gaybourhood’ streets to come alive during WorldPride
Sydney WorldPride will see the city’s famous ‘gaybourhood’ streets come alive during nine days of free celebrations from 24th February to 5th March. Crown and Riley Streets will...
Feb 9, 2023
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City of Logan welcomes return of innovative Esports Cup
The 2023 Logan Esports Cup returns next month and is anticipated to attract new and experienced gamers competing on the virtual stage for the title of Logan Cup Champion and...
Feb 9, 2023
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New night-time entertainment and refreshed website for 2023 Sydney Royal Easter Show
With tickets to the 2023 Sydney Royal Easter Show on sale from today, General Manager of Agriculture and the Show, Murray Wilton has highlighted the event’s offerings for 2023...
Feb 8, 2023
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Baw Baw to host region's first ever Spartan Alpine Race
Baw Baw Shire Council, situated in eastern Victoria, has partnered with Spartan Australia & NZ, Destination Gippsland and Mt Baw Baw Alpine Resort to bring Australia’s...
Feb 8, 2023
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Sydney to host FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2023
Asia’s best women’s basketballers will face off in NSW from 26th June to 2nd July when the 2023 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup is staged at the Quaycentre in Sydney Olympic Park. Set to...
Feb 7, 2023
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Improved structure implemented for Hockey Australia Masters
The restructuring and appointment of members of the Hockey Australia Masters Committee (HAMC) and three supporting ‘Pillar Groups’ have been implemented to deliver a more...
Feb 7, 2023
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A-League to introduce Pride Celebration round to coincide with Mardi Gras and 2023 Sydney World Pride
The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) is to launch the first ever A-League Pride Celebration to coincide with Mardi Gras and 2023 Sydney World Pride, with the initiative set...
Feb 7, 2023
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AMCS highlights Australia’s key role at IMPAC5 international marine protection congress
The Australian Marine Conservation Society will be making a presentation on protecting Australia’s oceans at the fifth International Marine Protected Areas Congress, IMPAC5,...
Feb 7, 2023
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Townsville to host World Triathlon Multisport Championships
The organisers of the World Triathlon Multisport Championships have announced that the event will be taking place in Townsville from 15th to 25th August 2024. The 12-day event...
Feb 6, 2023
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Entertainment industry workforce among topics at IAAPA inaugural Middle East Trade Summit
The future workforce for the entertainment industry, an update on developments planned in Saudi Arabia, continued supply chain demands and the art of excellent customer service...
Feb 5, 2023
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Construction works pause around Milton Showground to allow the Show to proceed
Shoalhaven City Council has advised that construction works being undertaken to improve internal roads at the Milton Showground will be paused so the 2023 Milton Show can go...
Feb 5, 2023
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VTIC and Melbourne Convention Centre partner to drive future for Victorian tourism and events
The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) have announced a new industry partnership to support the tourism and business...
Feb 4, 2023
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Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade returns to Oxford Street for 45th anniversary
The world-renowned Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade returns to Oxford Street on Saturday 25th February 2023, in celebration of the 45th anniversary of the first Mardi...
Feb 3, 2023
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Wayne Middleton to take up role as Global Vice President of Risk for Momentus Technologies
Following 16 years as principal of risk management consultancy, Reliance Risk, its founder, Wayne Middleton will step down as Managing Director to take up the role as Global...
Feb 2, 2023
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Expression of Interest process opened for building Commonwealth Games Villages
Ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, the Victorian Government has opened the Expression of Interest process for the construction sector to build the Commonwealth Games villages...
Feb 2, 2023
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Former Australian cricketer Aiden Blizzard joins fan-first agency KOJO as Business Director
KOJO Sport, a market leader in creating fan first sport experiences across Australia and New Zealand, has appointed former Australian cricketer Aiden Blizzard to the role of...
Feb 1, 2023
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Football Australia and New Zealand Football urge FIFA to clarify Saudi sponsorship of 2023 Women’s World Cup
Upcoming Women's World Cup co-hosts, Australia and New Zealand have criticised FIFA for signing a reported sponsorship deal with Saudi Arabia’s tourism authority, Visit Saudi....
Feb 1, 2023
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Four Gold Coast aquatic venues co-host Swimming Australia’s annual National Event Camp
Four Gold Coast aquatic venues - the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre, Miami Aquatic Centre and Griffith and Bond Universities – are hosting Swimming Australia’s 2023 National Event...
Feb 1, 2023
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