News: Events
MCI's event roadshow to address challenges for Australian associations
MCI's Asia Pacific President and Association Division Chief Executive Robin Lokerman, is making a dedicated visit to Australia to share insights with association leaders and the...
Jun 22, 2012
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59th Sydney Film Festival closes on a record-breaking note
The 59th Sydney Film Festival (SFF) wrapped on Sunday (17th June) with the Australian Premiere of the US sci-fi comedy, Safety Not Guaranteed, bringing to a close the most...
Jun 22, 2012
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Stellar guest lands for Carnarvon space museum opening
Apollo 11 astronaut Dr Buzz Aldrin, the second man to set foot on the moon, is about to touch-down in Western Australia for the official opening of the Carnarvon Space and...
Jun 21, 2012
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Aspire Zone to host Ramadan Sports Festival
Qatar's Aspire Zone Foundation will continue to provide healthy lifestyle activities during the holy month of Ramadan following the announcement today that it will host a...
Jun 21, 2012
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International speakers to address key ways to attract crowds
The 2012 Sport is Fantastic 'Achieving Bigger Crowds' conference at Sydney's Allphones Arena next week is set to be "game changing" according to conference organiser Simon...
Jun 21, 2012
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Facility Management leaders to provide an interactive forum for local venue and event managers
Returning to the Gold Coast for the second consecutive year, the MSAC Institute of Training is presenting 'Successful Sport Facility Management: from Concept to Reality', on...
Jun 21, 2012
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Aucklanders love the arts
Nearly 90% of Aucklanders agree it is important for their city to be known as a place that supports the arts, according to a new survey. The survey identified that the Pasifika...
Jun 21, 2012
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Asian Attractions Expo 2013 heads to Marina Bay Sands Singapore
Following the successful Asian Attractions Expo 2012 in Hong Kong, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has announced that the 2013 event...
Jun 20, 2012
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Visitors vital to Christchurch recovery
A vibrant tourism industry is vital to rebuilding Christchurch's economy, according to the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIANZ). In the run-up to the release of the...
Jun 20, 2012
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Sunshine Coast visitor icon for sale
Australia's only Norman style castle, the Sunshine Castle is for sale. Located centrally on the Sunshine Coast in Bli Bli, the Sunshine Castle was one of the first attractions...
Jun 20, 2012
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Newcastle Entertainment Centre celebrates 20 years of success
The Newcastle Entertainment Centre (NEC) this week celebrates two decades of delivering quality, world-class entertainment for the people of the Hunter region. Venue General...
Jun 20, 2012
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iEDM appointed to Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000
Event service specialists iEDM have been appointed by V8 Supercar Events to provide site management and labour services for the 50th Anniversary Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000....
Jun 19, 2012
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SLSA picks new Gold Coast beaches for 2013 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships
Surf Life Saving Australia has confirmed Gold Coast beaches North Kirra and Tugun will host the 2013 Australian Championships. The relocation of the event, to be held from 15th...
Jun 19, 2012
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Saboteur sours Big Pineapple train relaunch
Police are investigating apparent sabotage of the Big Pineapple plantation train over the weekend. The relaunch of the Sunshine Coast attraction's sugarcane train was stopped at...
Jun 19, 2012
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Port Hedland's 2012 Spinifex Spree Carnival set to be the biggest ever
The 2012 Spinifex Spree Carnival will be bigger and more exciting than ever as it combines with the official opening of the new Multi Purpose Recreation Centre (MPRC) in South...
Jun 17, 2012
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Superbike World Championship set for Indian debut
The Superbike World Championship will become the first major motorcycling series to enter India after a four-year deal was reached to stage a race at the Buddh International...
Jun 15, 2012
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'Work to be done' following 2012 Australian Water Safety Conference
Over 150 water safety and drowning prevention experts from across Australia, Singapore, Japan and New Zealand, attended the recent Australian Water Safety Conference 2012 in...
Jun 15, 2012
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Perth welcomes global tourism industry
More than 2,000 delegates will descend on Perth over the next week to take part in one of the world's biggest travel trade shows, the Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) 2012....
Jun 15, 2012
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Study to reveal impact of country and community shows
The Queensland Chamber of Agricultural Societies (QCAS) is completing a study outlining the economic and social impact of country and community shows. The national study, to be...
Jun 14, 2012
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Departures at Queensland events and tourism agencies
Following the recent resignation of Events Queensland Chief Executive John O'Sullivan it has been announced that Tourism Queensland Chairman Don Morris is to step down....
Jun 14, 2012
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Tourism makes huge contribution to New Zealand: Snedden
Tourism is a strong, vibrant industry that will meet and overcome the short-term challenges it is currently facing, according to new Tourism Industry Association New Zealand...
Jun 14, 2012
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How to make the most of your skate park
Skate parks are a great way to connect with young people, link them to the wider community and encourage physical and social activity, according to YMCA Skate Services Manager...
Jun 13, 2012
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Priava launches flagship cloud solution to simplify event and venue bookings
International venue and event management software company Priava has launched its new flagship Cloud product. The new Cloud based Priava solution helps simplify the management...
Jun 13, 2012
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Men's Health Week aims to stop continued early deaths
Australian men are being urged to loosen their neck ties, shrug off their work vests and get their blood pumping by heading back to nature with their friends and family as part...
Jun 12, 2012
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