News: Events
Perth Racing names Brock Neeling as Racecourse Manager
Perth Racing has appointed Brock Neeling to the position of Racecourse Manager, bringing extensive hands-on experience in the preparation and maintenance of turf and synthetic...
Aug 24, 2022
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Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre celebrates its staff
The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre has celebrated “its greatest asset” with three quarters of its staff given a certificate of appreciation and shopping vouchers in recognition...
Aug 24, 2022
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Victorian Partnership Forum held to support delivery of 2026 Commonwealth Games
A Partnership Forum hosted today by the Victorian Government at the Melbourne Cricket Ground brought together regional Victorian councils, business, tourism, industry and the...
Aug 24, 2022
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Coronet Peak marks 75 Years of Good Times
New Zealand ski field Coronet Peak has marked its 75th anniversary with five nights of events. The five-day programme, which ran from 17th to 21st August, presented a range of...
Aug 24, 2022
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Darwin’s hospitality venues and vendors join Plastic Free NT program
Under a program called Plastic Free NT, a number of Darwin’s cafes, restaurants and mobile food vendors are making a significant change to their takeaway menus to help reduce...
Aug 24, 2022
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Everlasting Kings Park Festival returns in 2022 to celebrate Western Australia’s flora
Everlasting Kings Park Festival returns in 2022 running from 16th – 30th September and celebrating the flora of Western Australia blossoming across the State and the thousands...
Aug 23, 2022
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Artesian Hospitality and Major Events Gold Coast announce inaugural festival partnership
Artesian Hospitality - a Gold Coast hospitality group behind Cali Beach Club, Surfers Pavilion and Bedroom Nightclub - is continuing its expansion into strategic markets by...
Aug 23, 2022
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ASM Global venues secure four of the top five rankings for Australia/New Zealand
Four ASM Global venues have secured a listing in Pollstar’s Top 5 Arenas in the 2022 Australia/New Zealand Focus Chart rankings for total ticket revenue. Number one ranking went...
Aug 23, 2022
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FolkWorld announces Jon Cope as new artistic director
FolkWorld Inc. - the parent organisation of the popular Fairbridge Festival - has announced Jon Cope as their new artistic director. Cope is a Fremantle-based musician with 40...
Aug 23, 2022
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Abbott World Marathon Majors and Mass Participation World partner drive return to running
In a bid to encourage a return to mass participation events in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the #togetherwemove initiative has been launched by Abbott World Marathon...
Aug 23, 2022
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MKTG expands team with multiple key hires
MKTG Sports + Entertainment, part of dentsu Sports International has today announced the expansion of their team with several key hires: Hugh Rogan as Sponsorship Account...
Aug 23, 2022
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IRONMAN Group Oceania announces Qatar Airways as title partner
The IRONMAN Group Oceania has announced Qatar Airways as title partner of the 2022 editions of IRONMAN 70.3 Sunshine Coast and IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney. Qatar Airways IRONMAN...
Aug 23, 2022
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South Australian Government reveals $10 million fund to back live music and festivals
Looking to revive the state’s live music sector, the South Australian Government is backing a new generation of festivals in the latest round of its $10 million See It Live...
Aug 22, 2022
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Federal Sport Minister Anika Wells appointed to Brisbane 2032 Board
Federal Minister for Sport Anika Wells has been appointed onto the Board of the Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee, replacing predecessor Senator Richard Colbeck. Minister Wells...
Aug 22, 2022
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Government
ITE HCMC 2022 event to promote inbound tourism of Vietnam and Mekong sub-region
As the largest and most established tourism event in Vietnam, the 16th ITE HCMC 2022 will be held under the theme ‘Growing Forward Together’ from 8th to 10th September at Saigon...
Aug 22, 2022
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Tourism
GameDay and Stack Team App partner to provide fully integrated product offering
A partnership between GameDay and Stack Team App under the umbrella of Stack Sports aims to bring products closer together via a phased release plan over the coming months, to...
Aug 22, 2022
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Sprint races to be introduced at every MotoGP Grand Prix to enhance fan experience
Offering fans the best possible experience on track and off, FIM, IRTA, MSMA and Dorna Sports have announced a new Sporting Format to be introduced for the FIM MotoGP™ World...
Aug 21, 2022
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Findings of SportWest investment study are a game changer for sport in Western Australia
A SportWest commissioned study on the social return of investment, has revealed that Western Australian organised sport and its 700,000 participants return $7.10 in economic and...
Aug 21, 2022
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Finance
Sydney’s weekend of swimming excellence
A weekend of swimming excellence concluded yesterday at the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre with Team USA defeating the Australian swim team in the Duel in the Pool...
Aug 21, 2022
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Aquatics
More than 35,000 tickets sold during Darwin Festival
The Darwin Festival 2022 which ran from 4th to 21st August saw more than 35,000 tickets sold across the event’s duration with 65% performances completely sold out. This year’s...
Aug 21, 2022
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Live Nation launches artist discovery platform in Hong Kong
Following a successful introduction in Australia, China and New Zealand, Live Nation’s Ones To Watch online artist discovery platform has launched in Hong Kong. the platform has...
Aug 21, 2022
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New East Arnhem festival spotlights Northern Territory musicians
The East Arnhem Live music festival, located just outside the township of Nhulunbuy, is expanding beyond the digital realm, to bring a celebrated collection of artists and DJs...
Aug 20, 2022
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200 franchisees attend Plus Fitness’ annual conference at Sydney’s Accor Stadium
Leading gym franchise Plus Fitness has shared details of its 2022 Amplify Conference which attracted over 200 franchisees from all over the country to Sydney’s Accor Stadium....
Aug 19, 2022
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Major events help rebound of Victorian tourism and economy
The Victorian Government’s investment in major events has attracted more than 4.5 million attendees to events across sport, art, theatre, food and fashion - supporting...
Aug 19, 2022
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