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Sydney New Year's Eve embraces accessibility
The City of Sydney succeeded in making Sydney's New Year's Eve celebrations more accessible by improving the information and options available for people living with a...
Jan 1, 2013
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Kylie to mark musical career anniversary at Sydney's New Year's Eve fireworks
To mark her quarter-century musical career, Australia's queen of pop, Kylie Minogue, will light up Sydney's night sky on New Year's Eve with a signature firework. Foti Fireworks...
Dec 31, 2012
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Eye Fitness set to excite with Sproing Fitness Trainer
The Sproing Fitness Trainer, described by Eye Fitness Principal David Norman as "the most cost effective yet versatile cardio and strength solution on the market" is set to be...
Dec 30, 2012
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Thanyapura Club marks a third successful IronKids Phuket
The Thanyapura Sports and Leisure Club (TSLC) recently welcomed 300 determined youngsters competing in the third IronKids Phuket race. Youngsters from around Thailand and south...
Dec 29, 2012
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Firework family's three generations behind Sydney New Year's Eve celebrations
Three generations of the famous Foti Fireworks family will be working on Sydney's New Year's Eve celebrations for the first time, with recent high-school graduate Elena Foti,...
Dec 29, 2012
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Darwin Convention Centre supports Northern Territory community and charities
The first weekend in December provided a remarkable indication of the Darwin Convention Centre's support for its local community with the venue hosting a series of fundraising...
Dec 22, 2012
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Early finish for Perth's Big Day Out
A tightening of noise conditions for the 2013 Big Day Out music festival at Perth's Claremont Showground will see the event finish at 10pm - an hour earlier than scheduled....
Dec 21, 2012
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New Zealand boosted by 2011 Rugby World Cup
The 2011 Rugby World Cup attracted over 133,000 international visitors to New Zealand and had a short-term economic impact of NZ$1.73 billion (US$1.46 billion), according to a...
Dec 21, 2012
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Malaysian Diabetes Association urges promotion of school sport to help fight diabetes
The Malaysian Diabetes Association (MDA) is urging Malaysian schools to provide more sporting activities in order to spur students to lead a healthier lifestyle. MDA President...
Dec 21, 2012
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High Performance Sport New Zealand to invest in medal success
With a view to medal success for New Zealand sport, High Performance Sport New Zealand has announced its sport investments for its next four-year funding cycle. HPSNZ Chief...
Dec 20, 2012
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Anticipation rises as Star Event Centre opening approaches
The Star, Sydney's new premium event and entertainment destination, perched on the edge of the Sydney Harbour foreshore, is to offer unlimited event opportunities with the...
Dec 20, 2012
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53,000 runners join in Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore
53,000 people participated in the recent Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore, joining in various categories of events including the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 kilometre...
Dec 20, 2012
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Kuwait amends sports law after IOC ban threat
Kuwait has amended its sports law following threats from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) that it would suspend the country over inference from government authorities...
Dec 19, 2012
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Brisbane Fitness and Health Expo to return in 2013
After two successful expos, the Brisbane Fitness and Health Expo is to return in 2013 with the event to be held on the weekend of 12th and 13th October at the Brisbane...
Dec 19, 2012
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Critics round on Sydney International Convention, Exhibition and Entertainment Precinct proposal
Venues within the recently announced plans for Sydney's new integrated convention, exhibition and entertainment precinct have been criticised for being too small while the man...
Dec 19, 2012
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Sound Technology hailed in Caloundra Music Festival success
Organisers of the successful three-day Caloundra Music Festival have credited innovative sound technology as a contributing factor towards the best patron experience to date....
Dec 19, 2012
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New Zealand Government welcomes IRB Junior World Championship announcement
New Zealand Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce and Sport and Recreation Minister Murray McCully have welcomed the announcement that New Zealand will host the 2014...
Dec 18, 2012
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International sport federations generate $2 billion in sponsorship
International sports federations receive more than $2 billion per year in sponsorship according to the latest research from Sponsorship Today. The monthly report series analysed...
Dec 18, 2012
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HASSELL + Populous to design new Sydney International Convention Precinct
Joint venture partners, HASSELL + Populous have won the architectural contract for the design of Sydney's new integrated convention, exhibition and entertainment precinct at...
Dec 18, 2012
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Luna Park Melbourne celebrates 100 years
Luna Park Melbourne has celebrated its 100th birthday with free community activities, music concerts and heritage events set to continue throughout the summer months while also...
Dec 17, 2012
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Fitness Expo and Entech Connect acclaimed at EEAA Awards for Excellence
Two leisure industry trade shows have been acclaimed at the 2012 Exhibition and Events Association of Australasia (EEAA) Awards for Excellence. The Australian Fitness and Health...
Dec 17, 2012
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Royal Australian Mint revs up for Summernats visitors
The Royal Australian Mint is getting ready to welcome visitors from Australia's biggest motoring festival, Summernats, with a new exhibition that celebrates the power behind the...
Dec 17, 2012
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Penang Waterfront Convention Centre set to revive Penang as a business tourism destination
Designed to compete with the best venues in South East Asia, The Penang Waterfront Convention Centre (PWCC) aims to revive Penang as a business tourism destination. With...
Dec 17, 2012
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Victorian Minister for Sport & Recreation to attend MSAC's Swim School Christmas Party
Victoria's Minister for Sport and Recreation and Minister for Veterans' Affairs Hugh Delahunty will attend the Melbourne Sport and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) Swim School Christmas...
Dec 16, 2012
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