News: Events
EVANZ announces inaugural New Zealand venue industry awards
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) has launched its inaugural EVANZ Venue Awards aiming to recognise and reward the success of venues and the...
Oct 26, 2013
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Japan, Brazil join BHP Billiton Aquatic Super Series
Five nations will compete in Western Australia's unique BHP Billiton Aquatic Super Series with the inclusion of strong swimming nations Japan and Brazil in the pool competition....
Oct 25, 2013
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Homebake festival cancelled after poor ticket sales
The 2013 Homebake festival in Sydney has been cancelled due to poor ticket sales. The event championing Australian music was set to celebrate its 18th birthday with appearances...
Oct 25, 2013
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International events award for Rotorua
Rotorua's reputation for hosting world-class events has been recognised on a global scale with the city receiving an International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA) World...
Oct 25, 2013
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Yas Waterworld hosts World Flowboarding Championships
Some of the world's top flowboarders have converged in Abu Dhabi to take part in the sixth annual Oakley Go Pro World Flowboarding Championships. Taking place at the award...
Oct 25, 2013
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Technogym Australia introduces 'Wellness on the Go'
Technogym Australia has been introducing the Mywellness Cloud in recent months - the first ever cloud computing technology within the fitness industry which allows fitness...
Oct 25, 2013
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Brands boosted by connection with sport fans
Brands that connect with sport fans on social media have a strong probability of getting them to consider its products. According to the annual Fan Engagement Study conducted by...
Oct 25, 2013
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OPTIMO engages with Australian and New Zealand venues and events market
Tickets, bookings and CRM software provider OPTIMO is looking to expand its presence in the Australasian and Asian venues and events market. Already providing software solutions...
Oct 25, 2013
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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi targets Asian MICE market
Having identified Asian visitors as the fastest growing visitor segment to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the world's largest indoor theme park is looking to target the MICE business...
Oct 24, 2013
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Racegoers to splurge on Melbourne Cup Carnival
As Australians gear up for 'the race that stops the nation', business information analysts at IBISWorld forecast that higher consumer sentiment will lift Melbourne Cup Carnival...
Oct 23, 2013
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Collaborative efforts to promote Oman
The Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre is taking centre stage to build awareness as one of the world's newest and exciting international congress venues. With the venue due for...
Oct 23, 2013
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Public Voting to decide Australia's Favourite Event
The Australia's Favourite Event category of the Australian Event Awards allows every Australian to cast a vote for the best public event that they attended between July 2012...
Oct 22, 2013
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New Zealand entertainment venues conference heads to The Edge
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) will be holding its annual conference at The Edge in Auckland from Monday 2nd to Wednesday 4th December. With the...
Oct 22, 2013
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Turnkey Management Group creates nearly $20 million in incremental value of live events for clients
The Turnkey Management Group recently announced a remarkable achievement in helping entertainment, sport and venue industry clients increase their income – generating $19.9...
Oct 22, 2013
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Heineken Green Room launches at Vector Area
Music and entertainment fans heading to Auckland's Vector Arena can now enjoy a pre-concert warm-up like no other, thanks to Heineken. Offering a unique experience for event...
Oct 21, 2013
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Australian Womensport and Recreation Association to stage leadership workshops in Darwin
Aiming to deliver on its aim to develop future female leaders in sport and recreation, the Australian Womensport and Recreation Association (AWRA) will be staging two days of...
Oct 21, 2013
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MCI Australia introduces Ovation destination management services brand
Expanding its resources to enhance destination services with a more creative approach to clients, MCI Australia has announced the arrival of its global destination management...
Oct 21, 2013
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MCG open day to celebrate Melbourne Cricket Club's 175th anniversary
The Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) will be staging an open day on Sunday 17th November in celebration of its 175th anniversary. The free event will allow the public to gain rare...
Oct 20, 2013
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AJ Hackett Bungy launches 25th birthday competition
Adventure tourism leader AJ Hackett Bungy will mark '25 years of Bungy' next month and is celebrating by offering one lucky Australasian, and a partner or friend, the chance to...
Oct 18, 2013
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Burst underground pipe to blame for Hong Kong Stadium pitch farce
A burst underground pipe, and not heavy rain or an intense match schedule, was primarily at fault for the turf fiasco at the Hong Kong Stadium that threatened the Barclays Asia...
Oct 18, 2013
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NSW Sports Federation appoints new chief executive
Cheryl Battaerd has been appointed Chief Executive of the NSW Sports Federation. Joining from the Active After Schools NSW, were she had been State Manager, Battaerd has also...
Oct 18, 2013
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Former PLA President wins Frank Stewart Distinguished Service Award
Bruce Fordham, Manager of Leisure and Events at the Hume City Council and a former Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) President has been presented with the 2013 Frank Stewart...
Oct 18, 2013
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Cultures of the world to converge at Cinema Park 2013
Sydney's Belmore Park is set to transform into a buzzing hive of film, music, food and cultural activity for five days in November when Cinema Park kicks off as part of the very...
Oct 17, 2013
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Partnership to improve integrity in sport
International Centre for Sport Security (ICSS) and World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) announce global integrity partnership The International Centre...
Oct 17, 2013
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