News: Events
MCEC safety workshop leads the way for Melbourne
Safety managers from Melbourne’s leading event venues came together at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) on Monday to share information, hear about the...
Jun 20, 2014
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Space themed Goldfields KidsFest set to blast off in Kalgoorlie-Boulder
Youngsters in Kalgoorlie-Boulder are looking forward to the annual Goldfields KidsFest, being held on 5th and 6th July. This year's event will feature headline performances by...
Jun 20, 2014
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Aquatics
History making month at Cairns Convention Centre
The team at the Cairns Convention Centre are celebrating following the success of their biggest month since opening in 1996. May 2014 was not only a record month but also saw...
Jun 19, 2014
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World’s Largest Swimming Lesson recognised with anti-drowning award
The World Waterpark Association (WWA) was recently a recipient of the United States National Drowning Prevention Alliance’s prestigious Lighthouse Award for 2014. The Award was...
Jun 19, 2014
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Waterparks
Planning moves forward for Queenstown Convention Centre
Remarkables Park has announced details of its multi-million-dollar Queenstown Convention Centre, scheduled to open in the second half of 2016. Plans for Stage One of the centre,...
Jun 19, 2014
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Venues
Asian Attractions Expo opens in Beijing
The 2014 Asian Attractions Expo has opened at the China National Convention Centre in Beijing, covering more than 9,000 metres2 of net exhibition area and attracting 325...
Jun 18, 2014
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Waterparks
Cox Architecture to design Queensland State Velodrome for 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games
Leading sport architects Cox , through its Brisbane-based affiliate Cox Rayner Architects, will design the new $55 million Queensland State Velodrome project, an integral...
Jun 17, 2014
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New Zealand’s ultimate fitness event returns for 2014
At next month’s 2014 New Zealand Fitness Expo, fitness enthusiasts will have the chance to meet inspirational athletes, witness incredible strength and endurance feats, and...
Jun 17, 2014
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Fitness
Cirque du Soleil celebrates 30th anniversary, announces Australian tour
On Monday 16th June 2014, Cirque du Soleil celebrated its 30th anniversary. Three decades ago, Cirque du Soleil was the dream of a small community of travelling performers in...
Jun 17, 2014
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Entertainment
Match Australia program unveiled in India
Business and sporting ties between India and Australia have been advanced with the Australian Government launching its Match Australia business networking program for the 2015...
Jun 17, 2014
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Government
Entries open for Australian Event Awards
Event organisers, industry suppliers and organisations from around the country have just eight weeks to plan their entries and submit their events and products for the...
Jun 17, 2014
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Entertainment
Lake Macquarie to host International Children’s Games
Planning of Lake Macquarie City Council’s hosting of the 2014 International Children’s Games is advancing with the world’s largest multi-sport youth games event securing funding...
Jun 17, 2014
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Culture
Five steps to promote online registration
For businesses and facilities wanting to promote online registration for classes, The Active Network has issued advice on encouraging members and participants to book online....
Jun 16, 2014
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Fitness
FIFA World Cup action at Singapore's Changi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport is bringing live 2014 FIFA World Cup action to transit passengers with three separate locations across the airport transformed into special event areas...
Jun 16, 2014
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Hospitality
Vbase opens Christchurch's newest venue
Christchurch's newest venue has opened in the heart of Christchurch’s beautiful Botanic Gardens. Designed by leading New Zealand architects Patterson Associates, the $16.4...
Jun 16, 2014
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Queensland regional events boosted by $500,000 funding
Residents in regional Queensland will be able to enjoy 23 community events with $520,000 of new funding from Tourism and Events Queensland’s Regional Development Program....
Jun 15, 2014
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Entertainment
Federation Square lights up Melbourne's winter
As Melbourne edges towards mid-winter, the city has switched on its ‘Light in Winter’ celebration. Now in its eighth edition, under the direction of leading cultural identity...
Jun 15, 2014
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New Coomera Sport and Leisure Centre to be Gold Coast Commonwealth Games venue
The final list of venues for the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games includes a 10,000 metre2 indoor sports arena to be built on the northern Gold Coast. Included in the...
Jun 15, 2014
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Luna Park Melbourne to celebrate Christmas in July
With tinsel, Christmas lights and baubles Luna Park Melbourne is set to be transformed into a winter wonderland during the upcoming school holidays as it celebrates Christmas in...
Jun 13, 2014
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Attractions
Royal ICC appoints new sales and marketing manager
The Royal International Convention Centre (Royal ICC) and Brisbane Showgrounds has appointed Royal ICC National Business Development Manager Sally Pulford as the new General...
Jun 12, 2014
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Entertainment
Aquatic & Recreation Institute celebrates its 50th Conference and Trade Show
Over 20 trade exhibitors and 80 delegates converged on the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre (SOPAC) for the recent Aquatic & Recreation Institute (ARI) NSW 50th Annual...
Jun 12, 2014
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Aquatics
Dubai launches innovative Sports Event Ranking System
The Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has moved to bolster the city’s sports event hosting credentials by launching a Sports Events Ranking System. All sporting events that take place...
Jun 12, 2014
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Recognising life changers in New Zealand’s fitness industry
The Exercise Association of New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) has received a record number of nominations for the New Zealand Fitness Industry Awards already this year. The vast majority...
Jun 11, 2014
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Wellness /
Fitness
Reddawn delivers safety and security solutions for venues and events
Recently established professional services provider Reddawn is establishing a formidable reputation for its risk management expertise for organisations requiring crowd safety...
Jun 9, 2014
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Security