News: Events
Sunshine Coast businesses engage with Million Moves challenge
Local Sunshine Coast fitness businesses have jumped onboard to support AUSactive’s Million Moves challenge offering free gym access, classes and sessions during May to help the...
Apr 18, 2024
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Fitness
SEA Changer Award Winners announced at SEA Summit 2024
Sports Environment Alliance (SEA), at the conclusion of their highly informative and insightful Summit held today at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium, announced this year’s winners of...
Apr 18, 2024
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Local suppliers and new infrastructure at Christchurch venues help attract large international conferences
Local suppliers, new infrastructure and talented service providers at Christchurch venues including Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, Christchurch Town Hall and Wolfbrook...
Apr 17, 2024
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SEA Summit delivers insightful program on sport and sustainability practices and climate challenges
The Sports Environment Alliance (SEA) Summit 2024, held today at Melbourne's Marvel Stadium, focussed on the theme of the The Future of Sport: Taking action today for tomorrow ,...
Apr 17, 2024
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Toowoomba Regional Council approves marathon event sponsorship
Toowoomba Regional Council has this week endorsed $45,000 in sponsorship to help organisers stage the Toowoomba Marathon, presented by Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport, 5th May. The...
Apr 16, 2024
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Recreation
Independent festival and ticketing businesses critical of multinational companies benefitting from government funding progams
Amid the challenges facing outdoor festivals and with Federal and state government stepping in with funding programs, live performance industry stakeholders are questioning...
Apr 16, 2024
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Entertainment
ACT Government commits to boosting Canberra’s night-time economy
The ACT Government has passed the Liquor (Night-Time Economy) Amendment Bill 2024, highlighting the their commitment to supporting businesses and boosting Canberra’s night-time...
Apr 15, 2024
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Murrumbidgee Council launches new venue planning guide
Aiming to help ease the event planning processes, Murrumbidgee Council has released a new Venue Guide. Presenting the array of venue and event options available in the...
Apr 15, 2024
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Venues
Microhire announces appointment of Susan Hamilton as Director of Sales and Marketing
Australian-owned supplier of audio-visual and event staging services, Microhire, has appointed Susan Hamilton as Director of Sales and Marketing. In the new role, Hamilton will...
Apr 15, 2024
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Monash University to host World Health Summit 2024 at MCEC
Melbourne’s Monash University is to hosting the World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2024 from 22nd to 24th April at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) bringing...
Apr 15, 2024
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Wellness
World Athletics looks for ticketing partner for Tokyo 2025 Championships
Aiming to ensure smooth ticket sales for the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo in 2025, World Athletics has opened a new official sponsorship opportunity for an event...
Apr 14, 2024
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Australian Grand Prix to open 2025 Formula 1 season
The Rolex Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne will once again feature as the season opening round of the FIA Formula 1 World Championship with the sport’s global governing body...
Apr 14, 2024
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Fremantle Passenger Terminal to activate its space with rock concert
After recently hosting two major events during Fremantle Biennale, the heritage listed Fremantle Passenger Terminal is re-opening its expansive space to host legendary rock band...
Apr 14, 2024
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Promotions commence for 9th Asian Winter Games
The organisers of the 9th Asian Winter Games to be held in Harbin, China in 2025, have commenced the promotion of the event with the unveiling of visual identity for the Games,...
Apr 14, 2024
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Sport
Margaret River Pro surfing event backing extended until 2028
The Western Australian Government has secured the future of the Margaret River Pro surfing competition until 2028 under a new multi-year sponsorship agreement with the World...
Apr 14, 2024
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New grants to back Victorian live music venues and festivals
The Victorian Government has announced $10 million in new grants for musicians, music venues and festivals, intending to support local jobs for musicians and helping venues and...
Apr 13, 2024
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Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships gets underway on Sunshine Coast
The Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships ('the Aussies') is underway - making its long-awaited return to the Sunshine Coast this weekend, and with over nine days of...
Apr 12, 2024
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Safety
Lithgow Show Society secures funding to replace outdated speaker system
The Lithgow Show Society has been awarded $25,000 from the Royal Agricultural Society Foundation (RASF) for the installation of a professional sound system at the Tony Luchetti...
Apr 12, 2024
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Venues
Parrtjima festival illuminates Alice Springs in a celebration of First Nations culture
Parrtjima – A Festival in Light commenced last night in Alice Springs and runs until 21st April, promising 10 nights of new illuminations, captivating artworks, engaging talks,...
Apr 12, 2024
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NSW Government to create new Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport
In a move to bring together key leisure sectors including sport while refocusing the arts, hospitality, tourism and the night-time economy portfolios, the NSW Government has...
Apr 11, 2024
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Hume City Council resurrects Sunbury music festival
Sunbury ’24, hosted by Hume City Council at The Nook on Saturday 13th April, is set to see history repeated as visitors have the opportunity to experience a daylong festival....
Apr 11, 2024
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Entertainment
Loss of venue forces cancellation of 2024 Ballarat Show
The Ballarat Agricultural and Pastoral Society has advised that, due to an inability to secure a venue, the 2024 Ballarat Show will not go ahead. Usually held at the Ballarat...
Apr 11, 2024
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Sendrato technology powers more than 3 million transactions at 2024 Sydney Royal Easter Show
Empowering events and venues by supplying comprehensive software and hardware solutions that deliver better visitor experiences, increased efficiency and enhanced revenue...
Apr 11, 2024
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Music Australia approves four Delivery Partners for pilot investments in 2024
Four firms have been announced as Music Australia Delivery Partners in 2024 and will share $900,000 in pilot funding aimed at fostering growth and development within the...
Apr 10, 2024
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