News: Events
Event Safety Institute to stage Applied Crowd Science courses in 2025
The Event Safety Institute has announced that it is to stage its Applied Crowd Science course across Australia’s state capitals in 2025, as well as at Auckland’s Eden Park. The...
Dec 3, 2024
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$800,000 secured to upgrade Coffs Coast Hockey Centre
The Coffs Coast Hockey Association secures $800,000 from the NSW Government to upgrade the Coffs Coast Hockey Centre. The Hockey Centre has been closed since July due to damage...
Dec 3, 2024
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ICC Sydney contributes to Sydney being named Australia’s most sustainable destination
The efforts of International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) to reduce their environmental footprint and provide opportunities for social impact has played a role in...
Dec 2, 2024
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Strategic partnership announced for West Coast Eagles and Playbk Sports to elevate online fan experience
The AFL’s Perth-based West Coast Eagles has entered into a strategic partnership with Playbk Sports to connect with fans across the Western Australian community and to growing...
Dec 2, 2024
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Ninth edition of Mass Participation World set for Vietnam return
With mass participation events booming around the world, the ninth edition of the Mass Participation World (MPW) conference is returning to Vietnam this week. Opening tomorrow...
Dec 2, 2024
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Hawthorn FC delivers sensory space for Cazalys Stadium in Cairns
Hawthorn FC delivered game-day sensory spaces staffed by occupational therapists at Cazalys Stadium in Cairns during last month’s AFLW match against the Narrm Demons. In a...
Dec 2, 2024
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Greater Shepparton to host panel discussion on sport, inclusion and disaster recovery
Greater Shepparton City Council has invited the local community to attend ‘Beyond the Game’, a powerful panel discussion about sport, inclusion, and disaster recovery. This free...
Dec 2, 2024
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City of Newcastle enhances accessibility for New Year's Eve
The City of Newcastle will, for the first time, be delivering an audio description of the New Year’s Eve fireworks and celebrations to enhance the experience for people who are...
Dec 2, 2024
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Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2024 draws over 55,000 participants
Over 55,000 runners from around the world - a participation record - have gathered in Singapore for the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) 2024 over the weekend. Held...
Dec 1, 2024
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CME Group secures multiple awards for Adelaide Oval innovative lighting transition
CME Group has been recognised for their work in upgrading the Adelaide Oval's tower lights from HID to LED, featuring full colour and animation capabilities - securing a ‘double...
Dec 1, 2024
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Dubai Fitness Challenge eighth edition more inclusive and accessible
This year ‘s Dubai Fitness Challenge - the eighth edition of the event - was more inclusive and accessible than ever before, helping millions of residents and visitors of all...
Dec 1, 2024
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Conversation of Sport report highlights importance of gender balance in sports media
Victorian Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence today released ‘The Conversation of Sport report’, which examined more than 4,000 sports news stories throughout the FIFA...
Dec 1, 2024
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Partnership launched between Snap Fitness and parkrun Australia
A two-year partnership has been launched between leading 24/7 fitness franchise Snap Fitness and parkrun Australia – aimed at getting communities more connected and active....
Dec 1, 2024
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Sporting Organisations welcome Australian Government’s record investment package
The Australian Sports Commission announcement yesterday of a record $385 million investment package in 70 sports over the next 18 months, supporting high-performance and...
Nov 29, 2024
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KOJO and CUE partner to deliver premium Fan Engagement technology to Australia and New Zealand
KOJO - market leader in fan first sport experiences – has formalised a strategic partnership with CUE, a US-based leader in fan-first engagement technology. With KOJO as CUE's...
Nov 29, 2024
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Kids Dash run kicks off 2024 Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon’s festive weekend
Over 5,500 children, along with their parents, have signed up to the Kids Dash at the 2024 Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) this year, marking a 10% increase in...
Nov 29, 2024
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Lismore City Council commences sustainable Christmas celebrations
Lismore City Council has unveiled its ‘sustainable city’ Christmas tree, marking the start of a month-long series of festive activations for community and business. It is the...
Nov 29, 2024
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Record investment package announced for all levels of Australian sport
The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has today unveiled a record investment of $385 million in 70 sports over the next 18 months with the investment aimed at ensuring...
Nov 28, 2024
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Merlin Entertainments' Scott O’Neil set to replace Greg Norman as LIV Golf Chief Executive
In a move seen as hastening the merger of LIV Golf and the PGA, multiple media reports are advising that Scott O’Neil, Chief Executive of Merlin Entertainments is to replace...
Nov 28, 2024
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Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust releases report showing impact of events
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust (MCET), operator of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) and the future Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event...
Nov 28, 2024
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Dunedin City Council Music Advisory Panel mixes experience, youth and passion
Following its Expressions of Interest for membership on a new Music Advisory Panel – opened in September 2024 - Dunedin City Council has selected a blend of experience, youth,...
Nov 28, 2024
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Array of venues to participate in Port Adelaide’s ‘New Found Sound’ live music event
Port Adelaide’s free, family-friendly live music event - ‘New Found Sound’ – will see local artists performing across 10 venues and historic spaces when the immersive experience...
Nov 28, 2024
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Winarch Group releases second annual Australian Live Music Census
The Winarch Group has released their second annual Australian Live Music Census - commissioned each year to understand the pulse and perceptions of Australians when it comes to...
Nov 28, 2024
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New Zealand tourism, event and venue industry to share knowledge and hospitality at PCOA24
Representatives from across New Zealand’s event, tourism and venue industries will be out in force, sponsoring speakers and exhibition hospitality at this year's Professional...
Nov 28, 2024
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