News: Events
John Eren appointed as new Kardinia Park Stadium Trust Chair
Former Victorian Sports and Major Events Minister, John Eren has been appointed as Chair of the Kardinia Park Stadium Trust, bringing valuable experience across tourism, sport...
Jul 4, 2025
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Venues
IAKS ANZ spotlights success of Architects & Sports Design Forum 2025
IAKS ANZ has flagged the resounding success of the Architects & Sports Design Forum which they hosted on 24th June at the BECA offices at Melbourne Quarter Tower, Docklands. The...
Jul 3, 2025
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IAAPA Expo Asia exceeds last year’s attendance
IAAPA Expo Asia 2025, which has concluded at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), exceeded last year’s attendance - showing continued growth in the APAC region....
Jul 3, 2025
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Attractions
Funding agreement reached for 2032 Games infrastructure and procurement launched for four key venues
The Australian Government has today announced it will contribute $3.435 billion towards the $7.1 billion cost of building the venues for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, clearing the...
Jul 2, 2025
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Creative Australia releases external review into its decision process for 2026 Venice Biennale
Following the reinstatement of renowned Lebanese Australian artist Khaled Sabsabi as Australia's representative at the 2026 Venice Biennale - almost six months after he was...
Jul 2, 2025
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Arts
Grant Program opens to support Victoria's First Nations Athletes
The Victorian Government is supporting the state’s next generation of First Nations athletes with the Aboriginal Sport Participation Grant Program now open for uniforms,...
Jul 2, 2025
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Finance
Destination NT initiative launched to bring together tourism, events and hospitality sectors
The Northern Territory Government has launched a bold new initiative ‘Destination NT,’ aimed at bringing together the tourism, events and hospitality sectors in one dynamic,...
Jul 2, 2025
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Hospitality
ICC Sydney continues to produce award-winning graduates of AIPC Future Shapers program
Driving business events industry progress, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has produced another award-winning graduate of the...
Jul 2, 2025
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Venues
Enterprise Ireland brings delegation of leading SportsTech startups to Australia
Enterprise Ireland, Europe’s most active SportsTech VC investor and the trade agency of the Irish Government, has brought a delegation of Ireland’s leading SportsTech startups...
Jul 2, 2025
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Technology
PCYC NSW enters long term strategic partnership with digital media company Motio
An innovative corporate partnership sees media company Motio installing digital place-based displays in PCYC NSW Clubs. PCYC NSW is set to unlock new funding streams for its...
Jul 1, 2025
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AusFitness Industry 2025 to bring entire fitness ecosystem together
AusFitness Industry 2025, being held on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th September at ICC Sydney isn’t just a trade show - it’s the flagship B2B event for Australia’s fitness...
Jul 1, 2025
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Fitness
Queensland Academy of Sport becomes State’s newest Statutory Body
The Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) has become the state’s newest Statutory Body with the Queensland Government having fast-tracked the transition enabling greater efficiency...
Jul 1, 2025
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Aquatics
BCEC new menu reflects sophisticated evolution in wellness-driven cuisine
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has unveiled its new menu for 2025/2026 which reflects a sophisticated evolution in wellness-driven cuisine, where fresh, premium...
Jul 1, 2025
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Venues
Kakadu’s Cooinda Lodge celebrates NAIDOC week with emphasis on engaging younger generations
Kakadu National Park’s Cooinda Lodge is marking NAIDOC week from 5th July to 12th July by inviting visitors to celebrate the region’s deep Aboriginal heritage. The theme of...
Jul 1, 2025
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Environment
Capricorn Coast Netball Association facilities secures $4.5 million for upgrades
The Queensland Government is funding $4.5 million in the 2025-26 Budget for a major upgrade of the Barmaryee Sports Complex at Yeppoon with the upgrade to the Capricorn Coast...
Jul 1, 2025
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Venues
Venues West Chief Executive David Etherton receives VMA Lifetime Achievement Award
The 32nd Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress held in Sydney last week concluded with a Gala Dinner and Venue Industry Awards – the event and venue industry’s highest...
Jun 30, 2025
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Venues
Play 32 launches position paper calling to prioritise play in Brisbane 2032 Olympic planning
The Play 32 collective launched their position paper during the International Play Association Asia Pacific Play Conference, held in Melbourne on Thursday 26th June. The Play 32...
Jun 30, 2025
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polytec secures naming rights for Central Coast Stadium
Leading Australian decorative surfaces brand, polytec, has been announced as the official naming rights partner for the Central Coast's premier events stadium. Already a major...
Jun 30, 2025
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Adelaide 36ers appoints global sports agency 54 as its commercial and marketing partner
The NBL's Adelaide 36ers have revealed a partnership with global sports agency 54 to deliver a commercial and marketing strategy to capitalise on basketball's worldwide boom....
Jun 30, 2025
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Entertainment
World Health Organization flags benefits of social connection to improved health
In its latest global report, The World Health Organization (WHO) Commission on Social Connection has flagged the benefits of social connection to improved health. The report...
Jun 30, 2025
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Parks
Eventfinda selected as ticketing partner for Palmy Venues
Eventfinda, New Zealand’s leading independent ticketing provider has been selected by Palmerston North City Council (PNCC) as its official ticketing partner for Palmy Venues,...
Jun 30, 2025
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Raft of aquatic activations endorsed for Lake Macquarie
Surfing events are among the activations endorsed for Lake Macquarie following Council’s approved funding of 21 applications for a total of $75,004 under round one of the Event...
Jun 29, 2025
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Aquatics
FSB Sports Show Riyadh concludes successful launch
The inaugural FSB Sports Show Riyadh has concluded a successful launch with 13,110 visitors in attendance – supporting its establishment as Saudi Arabia’s largest trade event...
Jun 29, 2025
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Recreation
Snow Australia holds inaugural Adaptive Festival at Perisher Resort
Snow Australia held its inaugural Adaptive Festival at Perisher Resort last week as it continues to create new opportunities for inclusive snow sports. With the support of...
Jun 29, 2025
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Snowsport