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SCG's 100th cricket Test wins global honour
The Sydney Cricket Ground's 100th cricket Test has been named winner of the prestigious Sport Event of the Year Award at the global 2013 Stadium Business Awards. The SCG's 100th...
Jun 8, 2013
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World's Largest Swimming Lesson aiming to break swim lesson participation record
Set to be held on Tuesday 18th June, this year's World's Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL) event is again looking to break records. The simultaneous global event, which aims to...
Jun 7, 2013
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Phil Durkin assumes AALARA Presidency, and gets thrust into media spotlight
The recent AGM of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) saw Phil Durkin, Director of Phil Durkin Special Events, assume the role of Association...
Jun 7, 2013
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Baseball Australia seals technology link with IMG Sports Technology Group
Baseball Australia and IMG Sports Technology Group (IMG STG) have established a collaboration that will see IMG STG become the sole technology provider to the sport. The...
Jun 7, 2013
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$1.9 million upgrade to facilities and access at Purnululu National Park
Western Australian Environment Minister Albert Jacob has announced the completion of $1.9 million worth of improvements to Purnululu National Park in the East Kimberley as part...
Jun 7, 2013
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Queenstown's Ziptrek Ecotours embraces World Environment Day
As a local pioneer in sustainable business practices, Queenstown's Ziptrek Ecotours is raising awareness of environmental management issues on World Environment Day (WED) today...
Jun 5, 2013
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Frankston City Council looks for a name for its new regional aquatic centre
Frankston City Council is inviting the public to have a say in the naming of its new $49 million regional aquatic centre, scheduled to open mid 2014. Entrants can win a $500...
Jun 5, 2013
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Government needs organisations, such as the YMCA, to help it reach its goals
NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell has said that the NSW Government can't achieve its targets without not-for-profit charitable organisations such as the YMCA. Speaking (on Friday 31st...
Jun 4, 2013
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Growth in extreme activities as younger people move away from 'structured' sport
The growing trend of younger people moving away from the structured sporting environments of older generations, and engaging in extreme sport and recreation activities was a key...
Jun 4, 2013
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Cairns tourism technology on show to Australia
Technology designed in Cairns to streamline the management and distribution of tourism marketing collateral will be showcased at Australia's largest tourism industry conference...
Jun 3, 2013
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Bolshoi Ballet arrives for Brisbane exclusive
The Bolshoi Ballet's exclusive Brisbane season has proved a major drawcard for visitors and arts lovers with more than 95% of tickets already sold. Welcoming the world renowned...
Jun 3, 2013
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Bellagio executive to explain how the resort saved over 15,148,050kwh in five years
Robert Stowe, Vice President of Engineering for the Bellagio Resort and Spa in Las Vegas will this week address the Total Facilities Live conference, explaining the management...
Jun 3, 2013
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Geelong play first game under Simonds Stadium's new lights
Saturday night (1st June) saw the Geelong Cats host the Gold Coast Suns under new four new floodlight towers at Simonds Stadium. After 60 years, the match was the first ever...
Jun 3, 2013
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Writers and representatives for Australasian Leisure Management
One of the strengths of Australasian Leisure Management is that it is written by industry professionals for industry professionals. In compiling the printed Australasian Leisure...
Jun 2, 2013
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Approval given to demolish Burswood Dome
Perth's Burswood Arena, the Western Australian entertainment venue that has hosted some of the world's biggest acts on its stage, is to be demolished after 26 years of providing...
Jun 1, 2013
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Oman on show at global business event
The convention, event and tourism potential of the Sultanate of Oman combined with its world-class facilities were showcased at Europe's premier meetings and incentive travel...
May 30, 2013
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Swimming Pool and Spa Alliance to host new SPASA Convention
The NSW-based Swimming Pool & Spa Alliance (SPASA) has launched a new aquatic industry conference and exhibition the SPASA Convention 2013, to be held at the Sydney Olympic Park...
May 30, 2013
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WorkSafe Queensland issues safety alert following Darling Downs school fete ride incident
WorkSafe Queensland have issued an amusement ride safety alert advising that prohibition notices will be issued to ride operators who do not adhere to ride safety requirements,...
May 30, 2013
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Operators sought to offload lease for Sydney's ANZ Stadium
The leasees of Sydney's ANZ Stadium reportedly sought to end the lease for the former Sydney Olympic Stadium. News Ltd media sources recently reported that Stadium Australia...
May 29, 2013
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Countdown to inaugural National Synthetic Surfaces Conference and Expo
Industry professionals, local authorities and sport clubs and organisations are being urged to register to attend the upcoming National Synthetic Surface Conference & Expo...
May 29, 2013
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Victorian Government commits $11.7 million for renewal of Federation Square
The Victorian Government has announced that the iconic Federation Square will undergo an $11.7 million upgrade. Explaining this announcement from the 2013/14 State Budget,...
May 28, 2013
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International Hockey Federation launches new hockey pitch standards
World hockey governing body, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) has launched its new standard for hockey pitch standards, the 'Handbook of Performance, Durability and...
May 28, 2013
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Infrastructure NSW in new negotiations with Glebe Island Expo underbidders
Having terminated negotiations with the Sydney Harbour Expo consortium for the creation of temporary exhibition facilities at Glebe Island last week, the NSW Government is now...
May 28, 2013
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Art and culture can contribute to tourism
Cultural institutions are recognising the contribution they can make to the local tourism industry for the industry's benefit and their own, ongoing viability, according to the...
May 25, 2013
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