News: Events
Major sporting and cultural events inject $31 million into Cairns economy
Cairns Council support of $1.47 million from Council’s Major Events Sponsorship program, resulted in $31 million being injected into the Cairns economy in the previous financial...
Nov 6, 2024
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Effective ways to realise commitments explored during Global Nature Positive Summit at ICC Sydney
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) hosted the world’s inaugural Global Nature Positive Summit attended by around 1,000 delegates including international...
Nov 5, 2024
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Environment
Jenny Graham announces retirement from Cairns Convention Centre
Jenny Graham, after an illustrious career spanning nearly 24 years at the Cairns Convention Centre, has announced her retirement. Currently in the role of Bid Strategy Manager,...
Nov 5, 2024
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Moshtix launches market-first solution for venues and event organisers
Moshtix has announced the launch of a free first-in-market solution that aims to solve marketing campaign attribution and reporting woes for venues and event organisers. The...
Nov 5, 2024
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Lorne Surf Life Saving Club volunteers to lead renowned surf coast events
Lorne Surf Life Saving Club’s dedicated volunteers will be leading two celebrated surf coast events, situated on Victoria's scenic Great Ocean Road, that highlight the power of...
Nov 4, 2024
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Aquatics
Koelnmesse expands into Saudi Arabia with FSB Sports Show Riyadh 2025
Koelnmesse, the organiser of FSB, International Trade Fair for Public Space, Sports and Leisure Facilities, since 1969, is expanding its international portfolio to Saudi Arabia....
Nov 4, 2024
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Bali International Convention Centre upgrades integrate technology with sustainable initiatives
The Bali International Convention Centre (BICC), managed by The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali and one of Bali's most prestigious convention and event venues, has completed...
Nov 4, 2024
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South Australia Government bids to host COP31 climate change conference in 2026
The South Australian Government is formally bidding to host COP31, the 2026 United Nations Conference of the Parties on Climate Change. The Adelaide Convention Centre, alongside...
Nov 3, 2024
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Environment
ASM Global promotes leaders for Middle East region
ASM Global has announced the promotion of three leaders for the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region for ASM Global. Mark Jan Kar has been promoted to Senior Vice President,...
Nov 3, 2024
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Sydney Marathon elevated to become seventh Abbott World Marathon Majors race
TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS has been elevated to become the seventh Abbott World Marathon Majors race - marking the second time that a race has been accorded this...
Nov 3, 2024
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Squash National Championships to be held in Queensland for next three years
Squash Australia is partnering with Queensland’s City of Moreton Bay to bring the Australian National Championships (ANC) to the region for the next three years. Having staged...
Nov 3, 2024
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Adelaide Festival 2025 program to include 65 events
The program for the 40th edition of South Australia’s premier arts festival - the Adelaide Festival - to be held in 2025 has been announced and promises an array of...
Nov 3, 2024
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New funding agreement supports return of Dark Mofo
Organisers of Tasmanian winter festival, Dark Mofo, are appreciative of a new state government funding agreement of $21.6 million to support the delivery of Dark Mofo through to...
Nov 3, 2024
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BIG4 Holiday Parks annual awards recognise exceptional achievements in 2024
The BIG4 Holiday Parks’ recently held annual awards held at Movie World on the Gold Coast, recognised exceptional achievements at both individual and park levels with a total of...
Nov 3, 2024
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Community activities struggle as volunteer numbers decline
Community events and sport across Australia are struggling as a result of falling numbers of volunteers, leading to cancellations. Having a specific impact in country Australia,...
Nov 2, 2024
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Australian Festivals Association announces new board
The Australian Festivals Association (AFA) has announced its new board for the next two years. The board was elected on 16th October during the peak industry body's annual...
Oct 31, 2024
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Opening date announced for Asia premiere of Harry Potter interactive experience
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences and NEON have announced the opening date for the Asia premiere of the interactive art experience ‘Harry Potter: Visions of Magic’ at...
Oct 31, 2024
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Ezypay Philippines event to attract APAC fitness industry leaders
With payments leader Ezypay having been growing its business in the Asia-Pacific region for more than a decade, the brand will be staging a night of networking and collaboration...
Oct 31, 2024
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ICC Sydney celebrates 100 entertainment events in 2024
The James Blunt concert taking place at ICC Sydney Theatre on Saturday 23rd November will mark the 100th show and record-breaking number of live entertainment events in 2024 for...
Oct 31, 2024
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Tradable Bits named as official fan engagement partner for East Asia Super League
East Asia’s premier basketball league and entertainment experience - East Asia Super League (EASL) - has named Tradable Bits as the league’s official fan engagement partner. As...
Oct 31, 2024
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Fever entertainment company to establish its Australasian headquarters in Melbourne
Leading global live-entertainment company, Fever, will be establishing its Australasian headquarters in Melbourne presenting Victorians with more experiences, exhibitions and...
Oct 30, 2024
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Football Australia launches National Second Tier Format
Following discussions with eight Foundation Clubs and consultation with other stakeholders, Football Australia has today launched the National Second Tier (NST) competition,...
Oct 30, 2024
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Adelaide Festival Centre Chief Executive and Artistic Director announces retirement
Chief Executive and Artistic Director of Adelaide Festival Centre, Douglas Gautier AM, has made the decision to retire after almost 19 years in the role. Gautier, who took on...
Oct 30, 2024
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BEIA anticipate 'biggest ever' MEETINGS exhibition for Auckland in 2025
Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) is anticipating that New Zealand's leading business events industry showcase, MEETINGS 2025 is to be another sell-out show and the...
Oct 30, 2024
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