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UTS hosts SMAANZ 2012 conference
The 2012 Sport Management Association of Australia and New Zealand (SMAANZ) Conference is to be hosted in the harbour city by the University of Technology, Sydney. The 18th...
May 18, 2012
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Heritage attractions mark International Museum Day
Museums and heritage attractions are today marking International Museum Day. International Museum Day events focus on the motto 'museums are an important means of cultural...
May 18, 2012
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Yas Island waterpark to open by year end
The highly anticipated Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is set to open its doors only in the fourth quarter of 2012. The US$163 million water park, developed by Abu Dhabi real estate...
May 17, 2012
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Gorman to head new Western Sydney A-League team
A-League Head Lyall Gorman has been appointed Executive Chairman of the New Sydney Club representing western Sydney in the Hyundai A-League. The full-time role, similar to a...
May 17, 2012
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IRB to address member unions' financial concerns
The Council of the International Rugby Board (IRB) has announced the formation of a working group and the dedication of new finance to aid participants in the 2015 Rugby World...
May 17, 2012
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Business roundtable for Personal Trainers
Active Management and PTBizCoach, the leaders in business solutions for the fitness industry, have announced the launch of NSW REX (Roundtables for Executives) for Personal...
May 17, 2012
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Nike continues backing of Asian football
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced an extension to its commercial agreement with Nike. The renewed deal with the US sportswear giant, which has been an...
May 16, 2012
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Chatswood venues boost promotion of Sydney's third largest business district
With its recently opened venue The Concourse set to be host of the Australian season of the English National Ballet next month, Willoughby City Council is undertaking an...
May 16, 2012
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Kryal Castle begins tourism transformation
Works have commenced on the redevelopment of Kryal Castle - the medieval castle attraction located just outside of Ballarat, Victoria. The redevelopment will see an array of...
May 16, 2012
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Centaman customers top of the class at ARI
Three of the four award winners at the 48th Aquatics Recreation Institute (ARI) conference were to facilities that utilise Centaman software solutions to help them manage all...
May 15, 2012
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Kiwi event conference set to inspire
A group of internationally acclaimed event industry leaders will be converging on Wellington in August, sharing their expertise and advice as part of dedicated events conference...
May 15, 2012
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More than 2,500 professionals attend Australasia's premier fitness industry convention
The Australian fitness industry converged on Darling Harbour in Sydney for the recent FILEX 2012 Fitness Industry Convention. Held over four days from at the end of April 2012...
May 15, 2012
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NBL to reintroduce All-Star game
The continuing resurgence of the National Basketball League will take another leap forward with the reintroduction of the popular All-Star Game as a pre-Christmas classic during...
May 14, 2012
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Yeosu Expo opening draws big crowds
The 2012 Yeosu Expo got underway in spectacular fashion on Friday night with a lavish opening ceremony. The International Exposition, in the south western Korean city of Yeosu,...
May 14, 2012
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Skyline Queenstown launches new website and celebrates mountain biking success
Skyline Queenstown, one of the most popular and most spectacular attractions in the world-renowned resort, continues in its exceptional position in New Zealand tourism. Skyline...
May 14, 2012
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Inaugural SwimNT Conference 2012
The Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA), Swim Australia and Swimming Northern Territory have been working together to launch the inaugural SwimNT...
May 14, 2012
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2014 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships set for WA's Scarborough Beach
Western Australia's Scarborough Beach is set to host the 2014 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships. Western Australia Tourism Minister Kim Hames announced that the WA...
May 13, 2012
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Qatar to invest $17 billion in tourism
Qatar is set to invest an estimated US $17 billionn on tourism-related infrastructure projects overseen by Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) in the next five years. The volume of...
May 12, 2012
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AALARA 2012 set to bring industry leaders together
The 2012 Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) conference is set to commence on the Gold Coast on Monday, presenting four days of learning and...
May 11, 2012
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Chris Eaton takes up post at the International Centre for Sport Security
The International Centre for Sport Security (ICSS), the not-for-profit institution that specialises in sport security and integrity, has announced the arrival of Chris Eaton as...
May 11, 2012
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New website packed with safety tips for adventure tourism operators
A new world-first website offers adventure tourism and commercial outdoor operators a 'one stop shop' for information and advice on running a safe business. New Zealand Prime...
May 11, 2012
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Donations and industry support spur Fit for Good
Fit for Good, the charitable foundation designed to provide health and fitness opportunities for Australians in need, enjoyed a successful Australian Fitness & Health Expo and...
May 11, 2012
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New Zealand tourism set to exploit interest in The Hobbit
The filming of the latest J.R.R. Tolkien tale, The Hobbit, in News Zealand is set to boost the country's tourism. Speaking at this week's TRENZ (Tourism industry rendezvous New...
May 10, 2012
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Middle East operators engage with social media to boost tourism
Prospects for growth in tourist arrivals in the Middle East and the success of some regional operators in using social media were key topics at the recent WTM Vision Conference...
May 10, 2012
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