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Wet'n'Wild Sydney reaches capacity
New Sydney waterpark Wet'n'Wild Sydney has announced that it has reached capacity - turning away visitors on the first weekend of the NSW school holidays. The management of the...
Dec 21, 2013
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World's largest arena to open in Manila in 2014
Construction of the world's largest domed indoor arena, the Philippine Arena, is advancing near the Philippine capital of Manila, with the completed venue set to open in July...
Dec 19, 2013
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Melbourne to serve up a world class 2014 Australian Open
To take place at Melbourne Park from 13th to 26th January 2014, the 2014 Australian Open is expected to build on the success of this years event. In 2013, the Australian Open...
Dec 19, 2013
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Special events and environmental messages to celebrate Christmas at Ocean Park
Hong Kong theme park Ocean Park is adding meaning to its Christmas events by launching the 'Blue Matters – Promoting Debris Free Oceans' campaign during its ever-popular...
Dec 18, 2013
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New Hamer Hall welcomes almost 400,000 patrons in first year of operations
Almost 400,000 people attended concerts at Arts Centre Melbourne's redeveloped Hamer Hall in the year from its re-opening on 26th July 2012, roundly cementing its reputation,...
Dec 18, 2013
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IMG Sports Technology Group launches Netball World Cup website
IMG Sports Technology Group (IMG STG) has launched the website for the Netball World Cup Sydney 2015. The pinnacle event of international netball, the Netball World Cup is held...
Dec 18, 2013
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Award preceedes Aussie World's peak season
The Aussie World amusement park is continuing its path of success and accolades having recently won, for the third year in a row, the significant Sunshine Coast Business Award...
Dec 18, 2013
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Adventure World set for bumper holiday season
Perth theme park Adventure World is getting set for a bumper summer season, with a new project on the cards and record guest numbers expected through the gates. The park's...
Dec 17, 2013
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Dubai plans world record New Years Eve fireworks
On 31st December, the Emirate of Dubai is planning to set the record for the world's 'Largest Fireworks Display' with The Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Palm, Islands of The World,...
Dec 17, 2013
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New Sydney Glebe Island exhibition centre takes shape
The construction of the Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island is approaching completion with the 150-tonne roof structure for the largest of the exhibition halls being tested...
Dec 17, 2013
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New Zealand Recreation Association celebrates professional success
Eight organisations and four individuals have been honoured for their contribution to the parks and recreation industry by the New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA). The...
Dec 16, 2013
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Brisbane Powerhouse announces APAM 2014 program
The program has been announced for the 2014 Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM), the premier biennial industry event for contemporary performing arts in the Asia Pacific...
Dec 16, 2013
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Details announced for 2014 ASCTA Convention and SwimFest 2014
The Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA) has confirmed that its 2014 Convention will be held on the Gold Coast from 26th April to 4th May 2014 while Swim...
Dec 16, 2013
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HKCEC marks 25 years of success with clients and partners
The 25th anniversary of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) has been celebrated at a cocktail reception hosted by venue managers Hong Kong Convention and...
Dec 16, 2013
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Australian Fitness & Health Expo to host Victorian Jiu Jitsu State Championship
Being held in Melbourne for the first time in 2014, the Australian Fitness & Health Expo will, among a suite of events, play host to the Victorian Jiu Jitsu State Championships....
Dec 16, 2013
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Celebrating Santa's Highest Grotto from the heights of the Sydney Tower Eye's Skywalk
The Sydney Tower Eye has rejoiced in the magic of Christmas with the launch of Santa's Highest Grotto, celebrating the opening with nine Santas walking on the Sydney Skywalk,...
Dec 15, 2013
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Victorian Government issues summer reminder on healthy swimming pool habits
With summer holidays arriving, the Victorian Department of Health has reminded Victorians to practice good personal hygiene when swimming to prevent cases of gastroenteritis....
Dec 15, 2013
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Glenn Tasker to lead Australian Paralympic Committee
The Board of Directors of the Australian Paralympic Committee (APC) has unanimously elected Glenn Tasker as its new President. Tasker was elected to the role at an APC Board...
Dec 14, 2013
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Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi part of global swimming lesson world record
Abu Dhabi's Yas Waterworld has numbered among over 400 aquatic facilities around the world that contributed to the World's Largest Swimming Lesson's attainment of a new Guinness...
Dec 14, 2013
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ANZ Stadium celebrates a year of sporting dreams
2013 has been a massive year for Sydney's ANZ Stadium with the former Olympic venue hosting the Socceroos' World Cup qualification, Manchester United, NRL clubs playing home...
Dec 14, 2013
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South East Asia Games open in Myanmar
While competition began last week, the 27th Southeast Asian Games officially began on Wednesday with a lavish opening ceremony in the Myanmar capital of Nay Pyi Taw. Held every...
Dec 13, 2013
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Company Christmas parties: 'tis the season to be
Insurance brokers OAMPS have issued guidance to businesses staging company Christmas functions, reminding them that the rules associated with regular business operations still...
Dec 13, 2013
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Abel Sports kick goals for the AFL
Australian goalpost manufacturer Abel Sports have recently completed a major project for the AFL at the Greater Western Sydney Giants' new state of the art training facility at...
Dec 13, 2013
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Sustainable tourism at the heart of 2014 ASEAN Tourism Forum
With the theme of 'Advancing Tourism Together', the 2014 ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) will explore the sustainable development of tourism and look at how tourism initiatives and...
Dec 12, 2013
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