News: Events
BCCI doubles value of Indian Premier League sponsorship with Pepsi deal
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced that PepsiCo will become the new title sponsor of the Indian Premier League (IPL), with a new five-year deal worth...
Nov 27, 2012
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Korean F1 Grand Prix committed to event's 'long-term' benefits
Organisers of the Korean Formula One Grand Prix have insisted that the race will bring long-term benefits to the country despite generating a loss of $36.4 million this year....
Nov 26, 2012
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Luna Park Sydney welcomes its 10 millionth visitor
Saturday (24th November) saw Luna Park Sydney welcome its 10 millionth visitor since its reopening in 2004, with the historic guest being greeted with a fanfare of celebrations....
Nov 26, 2012
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Awards celebrate the best in South Australian sport
The sport industry in South Australia joined together on Friday night for the 'KPMG Celebration of South Australian Sport'. Held at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, the event...
Nov 26, 2012
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Industry celebrated at 2012 NSW Tourism Awards
The achievements of the tourism industry in NSW have been celebrated at a gala ceremony to mark the 2012 NSW Tourism Awards. NSW Minister for Tourism and Major Events, George...
Nov 25, 2012
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Women in Fitness to empower women in 2013
Female leaders in the fitness industry are to address the third 'Women In Fitness Forum' to be held on Friday 22nd February 2012. The Forum, first held in 2010, aims to unite...
Nov 25, 2012
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Zaha Hadid Architects win competition to redesign Japan's National Stadium
The Japan Sport Council (JSC) has announced its selection of UK architects Zaha Hadid Architects to redesign Tokyo's Kasumigaoka National Stadium. The 80,000-seat stadium is...
Nov 24, 2012
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Nine-day St Kilda Festival to celebrate summer
The much-anticipated St Kilda Festival will take place over nine days this summer from Saturday 2nd to Sunday 10th February 2013. Now in its 33rd year, the St Kilda Festival...
Nov 24, 2012
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Rainbow's End wins top honours at IAAPA Brass Ring awards
The international attractions industry has awarded Auckland theme park Rainbow's End two major awards at the 2012 International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions...
Nov 23, 2012
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Sport management 'requires a much broader skill base and a more open attitude to recruitment'
Leading sport entrepreneurship academic Professor George Foster of Stanford University, USA will next week address the Sport Management Association of Australia and New Zealand...
Nov 23, 2012
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Ocean Park Hong Kong acclaimed as world's top theme park
Hong Kong theme park Ocean Park has been recognised as the world's top theme park winning four awards, including the prestigious 'Applause Award', at the 2012 International...
Nov 23, 2012
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New Event Industry Standard launched
Representatives of the Australian event industry have participated in the development of recently launched international standard ISO 20121: Event Sustainability Management...
Nov 23, 2012
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Rock Resort relaunch will boost Indigenous tourism
The recently completed $30 million refurbishment of Ayers Rock Resort aims to boost Australia's Indigenous tourism sector and lure more visitors to the Red Centre. Federal...
Nov 22, 2012
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Swimming Australia announces resignation of CEO Neil
Swimming Australia (SA) Chief Executive Kevin Neil has resigned following the Australian swimming team's disappointing and controversial performances at the at the London...
Nov 22, 2012
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Elton John's star shines over Sydney
To celebrate Sir Elton John's record-breaking 45 concerts at the iconic Sydney Entertainment Centre (SEC) since 1983, venue officials have acknowledged the remarkable milestone...
Nov 22, 2012
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Qatar faces FIFA World Cup bid investigation and infrastructure construction challenges
Qatar's successful bid to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup is facing a range of challanges following a decision by world football's governing body to investigate the nation's bid,...
Nov 22, 2012
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Conference explores football's power to drive Asian engagement
The Lowy Institute for International Policy and the Local Organising Committee of AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015 are hosting a conference to explore how football can deepen...
Nov 22, 2012
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SGL appointed to conduct review for Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Corporation
Leading consultancy SGL has been appointed by the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Corporation to conduct a review of the sports program and evaluate a number of sports that...
Nov 21, 2012
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Event speakers to share London Olympics experiences
With Australian businesses and individual professionals having played key roles at the London Olympics, an upcoming forum will hear from three Australian professionals who were...
Nov 21, 2012
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FFA announces record new A-League TV deal
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has announced a new broadcasting rights deal that will see one live A-League game broadcast on free-to-air television every Friday night. SBS...
Nov 20, 2012
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International expo organisers launch joint venture for Asia's pool and spa market
Two of the world's leading swimming pool and spa trade show organisers have formed a partnership to host a new event for the Asian pool and spa market. The new event, Piscine...
Nov 20, 2012
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Allphones Arena Manager wins AEG Ogden scholarship
Krystle Mutton has been awarded the Venue Management School's (VMS) AEG Ogden Scholarship, the most prestigious academic award achievable in the venue management industry....
Nov 19, 2012
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Carlile swimmers are safer with CPR mates
Carlile Swimming, one of Australia's premier swim school organisations, is this week supplementing its regular swim classes, with the 'SwimSAFER Water Safety Week', focusing on...
Nov 19, 2012
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The Trusts Arena shakes up event ticketing
Leading Auckland multipurpose venue The Trusts Arena is to introduce a new multi layered ticketing structure featuring some of the world's best ticketing agents. From 19th...
Nov 19, 2012
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