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Transformation of Sydney’s Accor Stadium into motorsport facility for Race Of Champions
Sydney’s Accor Stadium, Australia’s largest rectangular stadium with a capacity of 83,000 is being transformed into a motorsport facility to host ‘The Race Of Champions’ event...
Mar 3, 2025
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Tenders released for Launceston Silverdome redevelopment
The redevelopment of the Launceston Silverdome is progressing with the release of request for tenders. The Tasmanian Government has advertised for a Lead Architect, Design Team...
Mar 3, 2025
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Para Sport Unit launches in New South Wales
Australia’s third Para Sport Unit has been launched by the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Paralympics Australia and New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS). Funded by...
Mar 3, 2025
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Major surface upgrade announced for Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve Oval
Bass Coast Shire Council has announced a major upgrade for Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve Oval via $250,000 in funding from the latest round of the Victorian Government's Country...
Mar 3, 2025
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First speakers announced for 2025 Australian Festival Industry Conference
The Australian Festival Industry Conference (AFIC) has advised of the first round of confirmed speakers who will appear at its 2025 event in Brisbane. John Rostron, Chief...
Mar 2, 2025
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Using Formula 1 tracks team-based RunGP running league gets global launch
Aiming to combine elite competition with mass participation elements, endurance racing series RunGP, the flagship series of the Global Running League (GRL), has been launched....
Mar 2, 2025
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Matthew Lutton named Artistic Director of the Adelaide Festival 2026 - 2028
The Adelaide Festival Corporation Board has today announced the appointment of Matthew Lutton OAM as Artistic Director of the Adelaide Festival from 2026 to 2028. Lutton will...
Mar 2, 2025
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Gemba integrates Turnstile platform into their sponsorship offerings
Gemba has announced that as of today, Turnstile will be operating as a core product within their sponsorship offering for brands and rightsholders. Rob Mills, Chief Executive of...
Mar 2, 2025
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Redeveloped Launceston Tennis Centre hosts successful international event
The newly redeveloped Launceston Tennis Centre has hosted the Launceston International 2025 offering a week of high-quality matches. The Launceston International has been locked...
Mar 2, 2025
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New Zealand Parliamentarians set to get 'Fit For Office' in national exercise challenge
Members of the New Zealand Parliament from across the political spectrum are preparing to lace up their sneakers and lead by example as part of the Fit For Office (F4O)...
Mar 2, 2025
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TEG appoints Simon Cahill and Jono Whyman as co-Managing Directors for SXSW Sydney
TEG has today announced that TEG’s Head of Commercial, Simon Cahill and SXSW Sydney’s General Manager, Jono Whyman have been appointed Co-Managing Directors for SXSW Sydney....
Mar 2, 2025
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Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee makes Chief Sport Officer appointment
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee (Brisbane 2032) has announced the appointment of Kit McConnell as Chief Sport Officer. The announcement...
Mar 2, 2025
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Dignitaries and entertainment stars come together for grand opening of Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park
The main Stadium at Hong Kong’s new Kai Tak Sports Park has hosted a star-studded opening ceremony featuring multi-generational local and mainland entertainers and athletes,...
Mar 1, 2025
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Drummond Golf continues to champion women’s golf with Athena tournament scholarship offering
Drummond Golf is the Official Partner of women’s golf tournament, The Athena, being held at Peninsula-Kingswood Country Golf Club on 1st and 2nd March. On top of the $30,000...
Mar 1, 2025
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Chengdu to Host FIBA 3x3 Women's Series 2025 season opener
The sixth edition of the FIBA 3x3 Women’s Series will this year see the world’s best female stars face off in the downtown areas of 13 cities across three continents, taking the...
Feb 28, 2025
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NSW Police Force launch Operation Mardi Gras 2025 ahead of celebrations
The NSW Police Force will launch a high-visibility operation to keep the community safe during the 47th Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade this weekend. Tens of thousands...
Feb 28, 2025
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TCL Electronics to drive fan experience at 2025 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix
TCL Electronics has announced its continued collaboration with the Australian Grand Prix Corporation for the highly anticipated Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix...
Feb 28, 2025
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Venue Management Association announces Mark Zundans as new VMS Chair
The Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced that Mark Zundans CVE, General Manager of The Gabba, has been named as the new Chair of its Venue Management School (VMS)....
Feb 28, 2025
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New report highlights crisis facing Australia’s Live Performance Crews
On behalf of CrewCare, a new comprehensive report – ‘The Issues Facing Crew Workers in Australia’ was compiled by Dr Ben Eltham, a writer, journalist, researcher, creative...
Feb 27, 2025
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International Olympic Presidential candidates urged to address human rights
The Sport & Rights Alliance has flagged that a lack of priority for IOC Human Rights policies poses risk to athletes, fans and workers. The Sport & Rights Alliance has noted...
Feb 27, 2025
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NBL announces social media influencers as Finals Ambassadors
Following a record-breaking season for fan engagement, the NBL has announced its 'Finals Ambassadors' - a group of social media influencers set to amplify the excitement,...
Feb 27, 2025
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Recruitment for key roles underway at Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre
Recruitment for key roles underway at Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre is ramping up recruitment ahead of its...
Feb 26, 2025
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South Australia’s High Performance Program continues to support elite athletes
South Australia’s High Performance Athlete Program has helped the state’s elite athletes compete on the world’s biggest stages and is again open for applications to help more...
Feb 26, 2025
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Themed Entertainment Association has announced thought leaders for its conference
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has announced the dynamic panel of industry experts who will take part in the TEA State of the Industry discussion during the annual...
Feb 26, 2025
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