News: Events
Industry Council highlights importance of tourism in NSW
The Tourism Industry Council of NSW launched a new initiative 'Tourism in Focus', that aims to highlight the importance of tourism to the NSW economy and to celebrate tourism...
Aug 1, 2012
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Brisbane celebrates World Ranger Day
Queensland National Parks Minister Steve Dickson has invited South East Queensland residents and visitors to show their support during this year's World Ranger Day celebrations....
Jul 31, 2012
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$75 million performing arts academy proposed for Hobart's CBD
A University of Tasmania (UTAS) proposal to build an Academy of Creative Industries and Performing Arts would attract 3,000 international students to Tasmania and boost the...
Jul 31, 2012
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Olympic debut links to Qatar advancing sport for women
With their female athletes having made their debut at the London Olympic Games, Qatar is aiming to further advance women's sports in the country and the region. On Saturday,...
Jul 31, 2012
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Leisure venues and open space at the heart of a new Christchurch
A convention centre, sports stadium and performing arts complex are among the landmark projects planned for a new-look Christchurch. The Recovery Plan for New Zealand's oldest...
Jul 31, 2012
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AAC ID Solutions joins forces with the Australian Grand Prix Corporation
Leading identification solutions provider AAC ID Solutions has secured a two year agreement with the Australian Grand Prix Corporation (AGPC) for the supply of wristbands. The...
Jul 30, 2012
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Melbourne arts precinct revitalised
After a two year hiatus Hamer Hall, Melbourne's premier concert venue, has just reopened and is ready to claim its position as one of world's great concert venues. Closed for a...
Jul 30, 2012
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Legacy of London Games can last two decades: Sydney Olympic Park Chief Executive
An Olympic Games lasts two memorable weeks but its legacy can live on in buildings and people for decades to come if the experience of Sydney 2000 is anything to go by. Alan...
Jul 30, 2012
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Architects shortlisted for West Kowloon Cultural District arts venue
The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) has announced a shortlist of five design teams that have been invited to submit proposals for the design of the Xiqu Centre,...
Jul 30, 2012
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Gold Coast Mayor seeks to fasttrack Aquatic Centre upgrade for Pan Pacs
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate is urging the Queensland Government's Office of Commonwealth Games Coordination to bring forward the redevelopment of the Gold Coast Aquatics Centre...
Jul 29, 2012
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Australia's creative spark ignites the Olympic Cauldron
The concept of the magnificent London Olympic Flame and Cauldron was brought to life thanks to experts from a South Australian company, FCT Flames. The Adelaide-based company,...
Jul 28, 2012
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London reception backs Australia's sports events industry
Australia's major sporting event industry was showcased over the weekend at a high-level networking reception in London. Coinciding with the opening of the London 2012 hundreds...
Jul 28, 2012
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2012 Sports Contractors Association annual conference to learn about latest surface developments
The annual Sports Contractors Association (SCA) conference, being held today at the Quay West Suites in Sydney's Rocks, is set to learn of new developments in tennis facilities,...
Jul 27, 2012
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NSW welcomes record numbers of business events
New South Wales has experienced one of its most successful periods in its events hosting history, according to the Minister for Tourism and Major Events George Souris, with up...
Jul 26, 2012
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Ticketek launches new website
Ticketek Australia has relaunched its leading entertainment events website to provide a more enriched customer experience to its 1.9 million unique visitors every month. The...
Jul 26, 2012
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Commonwealth sport ministers agree to protect integrity of sport
Federal Minister for Sport, Kate Lundy, has met with her international counterparts on at the sixth Commonwealth Sport Ministers meeting in London. Senator Lundy said the...
Jul 26, 2012
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State Governments quietly end support for sport exports agency
With just days until the start of the London Olympics, another event at which Australia's sport events expertise is being praised while also earning valuable export income for...
Jul 25, 2012
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Winter sports world elite head to New Zealand
Winter Games NZ 2013 is set to be the largest and most prestigious international snow sports event held in New Zealand with confirmation the Games will host at least five World...
Jul 25, 2012
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Technogym equips 20 gyms at London Olympic venues
With the London Olympics just days away, Technogym, the exclusive fitness equipment supplier to the Games, has revealed how it has designed and equiped the main gym at the...
Jul 25, 2012
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Supercross set to shine at Aussie MotoGP
The cream of Australian motorcycling's on and off-road talent is set to come together at Phillip Island, with confirmation that the Australian Supercross Championship will...
Jul 24, 2012
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Sydney Entertainment Centre wins IAVM Venue Excellence award
The International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) has announced the Sydney Entertainment Centre (SEC) as the winner of its 2012 Venue Excellence Award (Arenas) the first...
Jul 24, 2012
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Brett Gosper appointed IRB Chief Executive
The International Rugby Board (IRB) has announced the appointment of Brett Gosper as its new Chief Executive. The 53-year-old Australian will start the role on 15th August and...
Jul 24, 2012
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Baseball and softball bodies unite to seek Olympics return
The International Baseball Federation (IBAF) and International Softball Federation (ISF) are set to merge in an effort to return their sports to the Olympic program. The...
Jul 24, 2012
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First New Zealand Fitness Expo set for action-packed launch
The inaugural New Zealand Fitness Expo, set to be one of the biggest and most exhilarating fitness events ever to be staged in New Zealand, will be held in Auckland this...
Jul 23, 2012
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