News: Events
Woodford Folk Festival to present six days and nights of music, art and culture
Following a challenging year for live music and events, Woodford Folk Festival is inviting festival goers to immerse themselves in six days and nights of music, art and culture...
Dec 26, 2024
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Swimming Australia names coaches and program partners driving its performance hubs
With Australia boasting a population of 27 million, Swimming Australia’s performance hubs allow the Dolphins – considered a minnow in regard to population and subsequent talent...
Dec 22, 2024
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Elite surfing competition secured for Phillip Island
Visit Victoria has helped secure the Phillip Island Pro – being held at Cape Woolamai on the Bass Coast, Victoria from 17th to 22nd March 2025. The event will be co-sanctioned...
Dec 22, 2024
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RWS Global delivers holiday experiences to over 10 million people worldwide
Entertainment and experience specialists RWS Global is entertaining over 10 million consumers at attractions around the world this holiday season. Helping to create more than 75...
Dec 22, 2024
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Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre hosts 1600 events in 2024
The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia’s premier business events destination, has shared details of its exceptional performance in 2024, hosting 1,600 events, welcoming...
Dec 21, 2024
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Australian Olympic Committee appoints new Chief of Public Affairs
The Australian Olympic Committee's (AOC) has appointed Vice President for The Committee for Brisbane - Jacob Anson - as its first Chief of Public Affairs and International...
Dec 20, 2024
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TEG Sport partners with Professional Darts Corporation to launch ANZ Premier League
The Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) has announced the launch of an Australasian series of its Premier League competition, working with TEG Sport to introduce the series at...
Dec 20, 2024
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War on Single Use Plastic partners with Uber One during Big Bash events
With a goal to reduce the amount of single-use plastic cups at major sporting events, Sydney-based social enterprise - War on Single Use Plastic (WOSUP) - has entered into a...
Dec 19, 2024
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Confederation of Australian Sport looks to industry unity and revival of advocacy role
Ned Coten, President of the Confederation of Australian Sport (CAS) has issued a call for unity in the sport industry - suggesting that a revived CAS might provide a cohesive...
Dec 19, 2024
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Swimming Australia announces head coaching team for 2028 LA Olympic and Paralympic Games
Rohan Taylor, the swimming coach who steered the Dolphins to success in Paris, preceded by the swimming team’s most successful Games at the Tokyo Olympics, has been reappointed...
Dec 19, 2024
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Liberty Media's proposed acquisition of MotoGP enters second phase
Formula One’s US-based owner Liberty Media Corporation has received notice of the European Commission opening a more in-depth (Phase II) investigation into its proposed...
Dec 19, 2024
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Sustainable visitation growth planned for Tasmania
The Tasmanian Government has a plan to sustainably grow visitation – aspiring to achieve 1.6 million interstate visitors and 400,000 international visitors by 2030 as part of...
Dec 19, 2024
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Tourism
FIBO 2025 to include bodybuilding competition for amateurs and professionals
Germany’s FIBO fitness industry trade show, being held from 10th to 13th April 2025 at the Exhibition Centre Cologne, will see the 40th edition host bodybuilding competitions...
Dec 19, 2024
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Fitness
Pill testing trial to commence at NSW music festivals
The NSW Government has announced it will permit a 12-month trial of pill-testing at music festivals beginning in early 2025 - a practice some other states have already adopted...
Dec 18, 2024
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New General Manager announced for Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
In recognition of his outstanding contributions made while in the role as Acting General Manager Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC), Nick Jeffrey has been...
Dec 18, 2024
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Sydney Showground and RAS open new accessibility and sensory facilities
Sydney Showground and the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS of NSW) have announced the launch of an exciting venue upgrade with the opening of a new sensory room, adult...
Dec 18, 2024
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New Chief Executive announced for Sydney Olympic Park Authority
The Sydney Olympic Park Authority (SOPA) has appointed Neisha D’Souza as the Chief Executive on an initial 12-month contract commencing from January. D’Souza’s appointment comes...
Dec 18, 2024
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Dynamic brand collaborations planned for Gisborne’s Rhythm and Vines New Year's music festival
A combination of dynamic brand collaborations and a stand-out musical lineup is planned for Rhythm and Vines - New Zealand's renowned New Year's music festival - to welcome in...
Dec 18, 2024
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FIBA to debut new 3×3 competition in Bangkok
The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has announced plans for a new 3×3 event that will debut in the Thailand capital of Bangkok. Set to feature teams from around the...
Dec 18, 2024
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Penrith Whitewater Stadium to host 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships
Penrith Whitewater Stadium will be hosting the 2025 International Canoe Federation (ICF) Canoe Slalom World Championships from 1st-6th October – marking the first time the event...
Dec 17, 2024
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Athletics New Zealand welcomes HPSNZ funding boost while swimming among NSOs to have funding reduced
Athletics New Zealand has welcomed today's announcement from High Performance Sport New Zealand (HPSNZ) that it will be one of the sports that will receive a share of $162.8...
Dec 17, 2024
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Melbourne & Olympic Parks invests in new rolling house stage technology
Melbourne & Olympic Parks (M&OP) has invested in new innovative rolling house stages technology for some of the biggest acts from Australia and internationally to now perform...
Dec 17, 2024
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FIBO 40th edition to include new hall for technology and digitalisation
Germany’s FIBO, a leading fitness industry trade show, will be held from 10th to 13th April 2025 at the Exhibition Centre Cologne – marking its 40th edition. With 13 halls,...
Dec 17, 2024
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ICC Sydney increases its contribution to the New South Wales visitor economy
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has reported an increased contribution to the New South Wales visitor economy compared to the...
Dec 17, 2024
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