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BASSINTHEGRASS music festival elevates local talent
The Territory Artist Competition sees two talented Northern Territory artists having secured the opportunity to perform at the BASSINTHEGRASS music festival at Darwin’s Mindil...
May 6, 2025
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Multi-sensory immersive bubble attraction to launch at Sydney Olympic Park
Following sold out runs in Milan, Los Angeles, London and Brussels and having already captivated more than two million people, ‘Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience’ is...
May 5, 2025
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IOC appoints Mikaela Cojuangco Jaworski as new Chair of Coordination Commission for Brisbane 2032
International Olympic Committee has appointed former equestrian athlete and IOC Executive Board member Mikaela Cojuangco Jaworski as the new Chair of the Coordination Commission...
May 5, 2025
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NSW Government boosts Women's Football Legacy
The NSW Government is committing an additional $400,000 to the NSW Football Legacy Program - a key outcome of the state government's women's sport strategy, 'Play Her Way',...
May 5, 2025
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Football Australia partners with Superloop to deliver robust connectivity infrastructure
Football Australia has today announced leading telecommunications provider Superloop as its official category partner for the prestigious Hahn Australia Cup while in a separate,...
May 5, 2025
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Rockhampton Library and Zoo collaborate on Storytime Program
A collaboration between Rockhampton Regional Libraries and Rockhampton Botanic Gardens & Zoo will once again deliver the popular Storytime Program at the Zoo. Communities,...
May 5, 2025
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Launceston and Parkes secure Australian Tidy Towns Sustainability Awards
Launceston and Parkes secure Australian Tidy Towns Sustainability Awards Launceston, located the north of Tasmania , has been named the national winner of the 2025 Keep...
May 5, 2025
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TRENZ tourism showcase underway in Rotorua
The 2025 TRENZ tourism showcase is underway in Rotorua, having attracted tourism professionals from around the world to do business and experience the best of what Aotearoa New...
May 5, 2025
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Wings for Life World Run marks 12th edition with record-breaking participants worldwide
The 12th edition of the Wings for Life World Run has set a new attendance record with a record-breaking 310,719 participants worldwide, reaffirming its place as the world's...
May 4, 2025
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Reduced venue hire fee aims to incentivise addition of Australian talent to international musical touring acts
The NSW Government is incentivising some of the biggest international musical touring acts to add an Australian support act to their bill when they perform at NSW’s largest...
May 4, 2025
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Queensland innovative sport technology spotlighted at NRL Magic Round Tech Showcase
Eight Queensland businesses have demonstrated innovative technologies at the National Rugby League (NRL) Magic Round Tech Showcase. The eight local startups promoted their...
May 4, 2025
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Susie O'Neill and Craig Bingham join Australian Olympic Committee Board
Susie O'Neill and Craig Bingham are the two new members joining the Australian Olympic Committee Board following elections at the organisation’s Annual General Meeting) held in...
May 3, 2025
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Cairns plays host to array of Masters competitions
Hockey teams, mountain bikers and an array of athletes are arriving in Cairns to swim, run, play netball, and compete in new events like pickleball at three key sporting...
May 2, 2025
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ExerciseNZ and Pilates Aotearoa encourage New Zealanders to participate in International Pilates Day
To mark International Pilates Day, ExerciseNZ, in association with Pilates Aotearoa, is encouraging New Zealanders to experience first-hand the dynamic, research-backed form of...
May 1, 2025
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International Netball Festival reduces teen depression, anxiety and cyberbullying
The International Netball Festival, founded by inspiring Gold Coast mother-of-four Jane Rushton who survived a near-fatal head-on car accident, offers a vital opportunity for...
May 1, 2025
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Adelaide Convention Centre to host Australian Tourism Exchange in 2026
Adelaide has secured the hosting of Australia’s largest and most prestigious tourism conference, the Australian Tourism Exchange in May 2026. The annual conference, which is...
May 1, 2025
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Eventfinda collaborates with Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts to enhance event experiences
New Zealand’s largest independent ticketing provider, Eventfinda, has partnered with the Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts - the University of Waikato’s world-class Hamilton...
May 1, 2025
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Rockhampton Tennis Association marks 100th anniversary of teams double carnival
Rockhampton Tennis Association is this weekend marking the 100th anniversary of the Town and Country Teams Doubles Carnival -a three-day event anticipated to attract around 180...
May 1, 2025
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Queensland Government's new bill allows disregard of planning laws for 2032 Olympic venues
The Queensland Government has today introduced a bill to parliament giving the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA) power to overrule 15 planning...
Apr 30, 2025
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Draft program and further speakers announced for AFIC 2025
Organisers of the Australian Festival Industry Conference (AFIC) have unveiled its draft 2025 program and announced nine more speakers for its September event. Due to be held at...
Apr 30, 2025
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ICC Sydney promotes Marc Singerling to role of Director of Event Delivery
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has promoted Marc Singerling to the role of Director of Event Delivery. Singerling commenced in his...
Apr 30, 2025
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Golf NSW partners with global sports agency 54 to shape future vision
Golf NSW has partnered with global sports agency 54 bringing together the advisory and commercial teams of the governing body and 54 to define the future of the sport across the...
Apr 30, 2025
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PMY Group named Official Technology Partner for Grand Slam Track
International venue, events and infrastructure technology solutions business, the PMY Group, has been named the Official Technology Partner for Grand Slam Track™, the global...
Apr 30, 2025
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SPORTFIVE formalises its athlete content expertise into a focused division
Global sports marketing agency SPORTFIVE is reinforcing its position as a creative and strategic partner to rightsholders, brands and athletes worldwide by enhancing its...
Apr 30, 2025
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