News: Events
Running festival launched for Canterbury Bankstown
The City of Canterbury Bankstown in partnership with Western Sydney Joggers and Harriers Club is hosting its inaugural running festival and is calling on serious competitors,...
Feb 4, 2025
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25th edition of Santos Tour Down Under a success for riders, teams and community
The 2025 Santos Tour Down Under recently concluded marking the event’s 25-year history while showcasing the best of South Australia to the world. Over the event's 25 years,...
Feb 3, 2025
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Emirates Esports Federation launches tender for Premier EGL Franchises
With esports having grown beyond virtual entertainment to become a mass sport transcending borders, cultures, and generations, the Emirates Esports Federation (EEF), in...
Feb 3, 2025
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Tasmania’s ‘Ten Days on the Island’ art festival returns in 2025
Tasmania’s ‘Ten Days on the Island’ is back for 2025 with a rich program delivered by a diverse range of national and international artists, performers and thinkers. Tasmanian...
Feb 2, 2025
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RAC Arena scheduling conflict set to deny home advantage for NBL’s Perth Wildcats
The NBL’s Perth Wildcats could be forced to play a key game away from its regular home at Western Australia’s RAC Arena next week due to a scheduling clash with a Kylie Minogue...
Feb 2, 2025
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Victorians encouraged to participate in Lunar New Year events
The Victorian Government is encouraging all across the state to take part in local Lunar New Year celebrations. Hosted by the Melbourne Chinatown Business Association, the State...
Feb 2, 2025
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Canberra Enlighten Festival’s 15th year offers array of immersive experiences
Canberra’s Enlighten Festival is returning for its 15th year in 2025 with some of the city’s renowned venues lighting up over 11 days from 28th February to 10th March. The...
Feb 2, 2025
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Applications open for 2025 Change Our Game Community Activation Grants program
The Victorian Government has opened applications for the 2024-25 Change Our Game Community Activation Grants Program to support more women and girls get involved in the sports...
Feb 1, 2025
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Mobile pill testing trial continues for the Victorian festival season
More Victorian festivalgoers will have access to mobile pill testing with the Victorian Government’s testing trial continuing throughout the upcoming four events this festival...
Jan 31, 2025
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Japanese advertising agency Dentsu fined over Tokyo Olympics bid-rigging
Global marketing and advertising agency Dentsu has been fined 300 million yen (US$1.94 million) after admitting to rigging bid contracts for test events ahead of the Olympic...
Jan 31, 2025
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VMA opens nominations for 2025 Venue Industry Awards
The Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) has announced the opening of nominations for its 2025 VMA Venue Industry Awards. The premier awards program for the venue...
Jan 30, 2025
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Independent music and events promoter Untitled Group marks 10th anniversary
Australia’s premier independent music and events promoter, Untitled Group, has celebrated its 10th anniversary with a look back at a groundbreaking 2024. Kicking off the new...
Jan 30, 2025
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Inaugural Fluidra Australia Cup water polo tournament a resounding success
Aiming to bolster opportunities for emerging and elite water polo players throughout Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, the inaugural Fluidra Australia Cup has brought...
Jan 30, 2025
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Foundation Theatres reveals plans for new 1550-seat venue at Sydney’s The Star
Coinciding with yesterday's announcement that it is to acquire the Lyric Theatre, The Star Sydney Event Centre and other additional spaces within The Star Sydney complex,...
Jan 30, 2025
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Seven host cities confirmed for 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup
World Rugby has today confirmed the host cities that will stage fixtures during Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027. Set to run from 1st October to 13th November 2027, seven cities -...
Jan 30, 2025
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Sydney Showground unveils partnership with distiller Archie Rose
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) and Sydney Showground are elevating their food and beverage experience with the announcement of a new partnership with award-winning...
Jan 29, 2025
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Star casino to sell Sydney theatre and event venues to Foundation Theatres
Cash-strapped casino operator Star Entertainment has announced that is to sell its Sydney theatre and event venues to Foundation Theatres for a sum of $60 million. Foundation...
Jan 28, 2025
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Ticketmaster Australia renews Roundhouse Entertainment partnership
Ticketmaster Australia has announced the extension of its long-standing partnership with Roundhouse Entertainment, a subsidiary of the Mushroom Group. Melbourne-based Roundhouse...
Jan 28, 2025
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Billie Jean King Cup finals to be hosted in Shenzhen
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) has announced that, following a record-breaking 2024 event, the finals of the Billie Jean King Cup will be hosted in the Chinese city...
Jan 28, 2025
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2027 Rugby World Cup set to kick off in Perth
With World Rugby set to announce the host cities for the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup tomorrow, reports indicate that Perth’s Optus Stadium will host the opening match of the...
Jan 28, 2025
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ICC Sydney’s sustainable 2025 Menu Collection looks to connect people through food
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has released its 2025 Menu Collection, building on its sustainably designed food and beverage...
Jan 27, 2025
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Sabah 2025 Forum looks to empower Asia Pacific through business events
Sabah, located in eastern Malaysia, is the host of the 2nd International Business Events Forum – ‘BE in SABAH 2025’ - which is jointly organised by Sabah International...
Jan 27, 2025
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Australian Open achieves largest ever attendance
The 2025 Australian Open will go down as the biggest ever, drawing a record crowd of more than 1.2 million fans. Surpassing the previous attendance record set just last year,...
Jan 26, 2025
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Dubai Entertainment Amusement and Leisure looks to its 31st edition in April
With the attractions market continuing to boom in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, the Dubai Entertainment Amusement and Leisure (DEAL) is set to return on 8th...
Jan 26, 2025
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