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Final touches ready Kryal Castle for relaunch
A range of entertaining fantasy based attractions and entertainment experiences are set to be offered at Kryal Castle. With the Victorian attraction in the final stages of its...
Dec 6, 2012
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Botanic Gardens 'family' of volunteers recognised for conservation efforts
The NSW Government has acknowledged the significant contribution volunteers make to Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust conservation programs, including two long-serving...
Dec 5, 2012
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Early bird registration closes for Business of Sport Summit 2013
Potential attendees and delegates have until 7th December to make the most of the discounted early bird registration fee the Business of Sport Summit (BOSS). To be held in...
Dec 5, 2012
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Asian Tour loses out in court case
Singapore's High Court has ruled against the Asian Tour golf circuit in a restraint of trade case brought against it by four golfers, with the episode marking the latest...
Dec 5, 2012
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Australian Fitness & Health Expo returns in 2013
The 2013 Australian Fitness & Health Expo is set to reveal the latest trends in fitness, following on from 2012 where the latest trends included Aqua Zumba, Tough Mudder, a...
Dec 5, 2012
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ARV urges Victorians to 'Play it Safe by the Water' this summer
With Water Safety Week in full swing, Aquatics & Recreation Victoria (ARV) is organising an open water lesson at Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron tomorrow (Wednesday 5th December) to...
Dec 4, 2012
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$50,000 to open a Vision Personal Training studio in Melbourne
Vision Personal Training are offering a competition prize of $50,000 for a personal trainer to open or enhance a personal training studio in Melbourne. The largest network of...
Dec 4, 2012
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Winter Games NZ to deliver unprecedented international media profile
The 2013 Winter Games NZ are set to achieve an unprecedented level of international television and internet coverage as a result of a ground breaking marketing partnership. For...
Dec 4, 2012
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Tenders submitted for Glebe Island Expo
Five parties have submitted tenders for the planned interim venue that will operate at Glebe Island during the $1 billion redevelopment of Sydney's convention, exhibition and...
Dec 3, 2012
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Tourism spotlight to shine on Margaret River
The Shire of Augusta-Margaret River has announced that the Australian Regional Tourism Network conference, Australia's major regional tourism conference, will be held in...
Dec 3, 2012
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APT7 exhibition to boost Brisbane visitor numbers
The 7th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art (APT7) exhibition at the Gallery of Modern Art and Queensland Art Gallery is expected to be a drawcard for more than 100,000...
Dec 3, 2012
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NSW Government confirms $5 million to redevelop base for Football NSW
The NSW Government has this week confirmed a $5 million investment into the redevelopment of facilities for Football NSW at Valentine Sports Park in western Sydney. The...
Dec 1, 2012
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HKCEC named Asia's Best for the 10th time
The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) has been voted Asia's Best Convention and Exhibition Centre for the tenth time by readers of MICE (meetings, incentive...
Dec 1, 2012
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Attractions industry leaders to speak at 2013 AALARA Conference and Exhibition
The 2013 Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) Conference is set to deliver insight from local and international attractions industry leaders -...
Dec 1, 2012
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$25 million to set WA athletes on course for Rio Olympics
The Western Australia Government has approved funding of almost $25 million for the next four years to ensure West Australian athletes get the very best preparation to compete...
Nov 30, 2012
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Australia's Winning Edge targets world best results
Details of Australia's Winning Edge 2012-2022, the high performance game plan for Australian sport have been unveiled at the Melbourne Cricket Ground today by the Australian...
Nov 30, 2012
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New fitness expo for Western Australia
The Fitness Show, a Western Australian version of the hugely successful Australian Fitness & Health Expo, is set to highlight the growth of the State's fitness market. To be...
Nov 29, 2012
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James Strong named Chairman as V8 Supercars readies for new era
V8 Supercars has appointed James Strong AO as non-Executive Chairman of the Board, replacing long-serving Executive Chairman Tony Cochrane. In his new role, Strong will join...
Nov 29, 2012
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Hobbit mania grips Wellington for world premiere
Hobbit mania erupted in New Zealand's capital on Wednesday evening for the world premiere of Peter Jackson's new trilogy. The first of the three movies - prequels to the Lord of...
Nov 29, 2012
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Top female tennis stars to miss Hopman Cup
Fears that Perth's Hopman Cup tennis tournament would be downgraded following its takeover by Tennis Australia in March of this year appear to have been realised with claims...
Nov 28, 2012
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FIFA to expand bribery charges against Mohammed Bin Hammam
World football governing body FIFA is to expand its enquiry into bribery charges against its suspended Vice-President and former Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President...
Nov 28, 2012
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Powerful speaker line-up for Business of Sport Summit 2013
The key annual meeting for Australian sporting leaders will returns to Sydney with a powerful line-up in March 2013. Providing unrivalled sport business insights within a...
Nov 28, 2012
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Beatty Park Leisure Centre celebrates 50th anniversary and outdoor pool reopening
The weekend opening of Beatty Park Leisure Centre's refurbished outdoor swimming pool coincided with the facility's 50th anniversary. Built in 1962 for the VIIth 1962 British...
Nov 27, 2012
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Australian Outback Spectacular to celebrate Christmas in the bush
The Australian Outback Spectacular will showcase traditional Aussie Christmas celebrations in a special 'Bush Christmas' show from Tuesday 4th December until Saturday 22nd...
Nov 27, 2012
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