News: Events
Swimming Australia congratulates Laurie Lawrence and Dolphins for receiving Australia Day Honours
Swimming Australia congratulates Laurie Lawrence and Dolphins for receiving Australia Day Honours Swimming Australia has today congratulated Australia’s decorated Dolphins for...
Jan 25, 2025
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Australian Olympic Committee celebrates Australia Day Award Honourees
The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) has congratulated the athletes and sport leaders who have had their contribution to the Olympic Movement recognised today with Australia...
Jan 25, 2025
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Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre secures award for Best Convention Centre in Southeast Asia
Marking a significant milestone in its 20th anniversary year, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) has been named Best Convention Centre in Southeast Asia by APAC Insider's...
Jan 24, 2025
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AusFitness Expo returns to Melbourne in March
Victoria’s largest annual fitness event is set to return to Melbourne next for a weekend of health, fitness and bodypower. Being staged on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th March at...
Jan 23, 2025
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SIS Pitches announces major project in Saudi Arabia
SIS Pitches, a British sports surfaces manufacturer and the team behind the Kingdom Arena pitch, has announced it is set to deliver a major project in Saudi Arabia. SIS Pitches,...
Jan 23, 2025
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LIV Golf Adelaide to deliver enhanced offerings for attendees
The third edition of LIV Golf Adelaide returns to the Grange Golf Club from 14th-16th February, attracting golfers and spectators from around the world. The new dedicated Family...
Jan 23, 2025
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Christchurch Art Gallery appointed as delivery partner for 2026 Venice Biennale
Creative New Zealand has appointed Christchurch Art Gallery as its delivery partner for La Biennale di Venezia which involves the curation of Aotearoa New Zealand’s national...
Jan 23, 2025
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Sport Climbing Federation and EP Climbing announce continuation of walls partnership until 2028
The International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) is pleased to announce the extension of its partnership with EP Climbing, the global leading company in the production of...
Jan 23, 2025
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Australia’s peak aquatic sports unite in proposal for legacy Brisbane Olympics aquatic centre
Ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Australia’s peak aquatic sports - Swimming Australia, Diving Australia, Water Polo Australia and Artistic Swimming...
Jan 22, 2025
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Live Nation cancels Splendour in the Grass festival for second successive year
Cancelled last year due to "unexpected events", organisers have advised that the Splendour in the Grass festival has been cancelled for the second year in a row. In an...
Jan 22, 2025
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Port Adelaide's New Found Sound live music event attracts over 5,500 attendees
Port Adelaide's second iteration of the New Found Sound multi-venue live music discovery event held on 18th January attracted over 5,500 attendees to the historic Port Adelaide...
Jan 22, 2025
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Organisers release motto and visual identity for World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25
The Local Organising Committee of the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25 (WCH Tokyo 25) have unveiled the official motto and visual identity for this year’s highly...
Jan 22, 2025
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Tier 2 purpose-built rectangular stadium included in Australian football’s Brisbane 2032 infrastructure submission
Representing the collective voice of Australian football, Football Australia and Football Queensland, have submitted a comprehensive proposal to the Queensland Government's...
Jan 22, 2025
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Australian Open Water Championships and OceanSwim Festival commences in Busselton
The 2025 Australian Open Water Championships and OceanSwim Festival commenced today in Busselton, located south west Western Australia with the event having attracted thousands...
Jan 22, 2025
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IAAPA Middle East Trade Summit returns to Riyadh with tours and education sessions
IAAPA Middle East Trade Summit returns to Riyadh for its third edition from 17th to 19th February with tours of Six Flags Qiddiya City, education sessions and connections....
Jan 22, 2025
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Rockhampton Regional Council approves replacement of Fitzroy River rowing course
To ensure the Rockhampton region remains a rowing destination, Rockhampton Regional Council has adopted an action plan to replace the Fitzroy River Buoyed Rowing Course. This...
Jan 21, 2025
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Additional sport leaders join ASC Play Well advisory group
An additional eight sport leaders have been announced to join the Australian Sports Commission’s Play Well NSO/D Advisory Group. The sport leaders will help guide Australia’s...
Jan 21, 2025
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Australian Festival Industry Conference releases call for speakers
The Australian Festival Industry Conference (AFIC) is inviting expressions of interest (EOIs) from speakers for this year’s event in Brisbane – being held on 8th and 9th...
Jan 21, 2025
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Kai Tak Sports Park hosts its first international event
Kai Tak Sports Park is the host venue for the 2025 IBF Para Bowling World Championships – with the event marking Kai Tak Sports Park’s first international event. The 2025 IBF...
Jan 21, 2025
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SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre to host 2025 Australian Swimming Trials
Swimming Australia, in partnership with the South Australian Government, has announced the SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre (SAALC) as the host venue for the 2025 Australian...
Jan 20, 2025
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Northern Territory Government to open new round of event funding
The Northern Territory Government will be opening a new round of event funding on 3rd February 2025. Round 2 of the 2024-25 EFP, administered by Northern Territory Major Events...
Jan 20, 2025
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Sydney Marathon status elevation leads to surge in global entries
The elevation of the Sydney Marathon's status to World Marathon Major has led to a surge in demand from international runners, with its first ever ballot attracting more than...
Jan 19, 2025
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Pool Lifesaving showcased at Australian Championships
The sport of Pool Lifesaving has been showcased at the Australian Pool Lifesaving Championships held at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre, 16th -18th January 2025. Top...
Jan 19, 2025
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CGF outlines new framework for future Commonwealth Games hosting
The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) has advised that multi-city and multi-nation bids will be “actively encouraged” as part of a new hosting framework for the event from...
Jan 19, 2025
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