News: Events
Australian Regional Tourism Convention to be staged in Mackay in October
Australian Regional Tourism has announced that the Queensland city of Mackay will host the 2024 Australian Regional Tourism Convention from 9th to 11th October. Home to...
Jan 9, 2024
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Qatar counts down to AFC Asian Cup and World Aquatics Championships
Having successfully hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Qatar is gearing up to host two mayor sporting tournaments - the AFC Asian Cup 2023 and the World Aquatics Championships, the...
Jan 8, 2024
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Tourism and Transport Forum advise of key event dates for first half of 2024
Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF) Australia has unveiled three major events that it will be hosting in the first half of 2024. Each of the events offers the chance to connect with...
Jan 7, 2024
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Eight people left in critical condition following suspected drug overdose at Melbourne’s Hardmission Festival
Eight people are in a critical condition following a suspected ecstasy overdose at the Melbourne rave - Hardmission Festival - on Saturday night. Mobile Intensive Care Ambulance...
Jan 7, 2024
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LetsPlay.Live announces commitment to grassroots esports tournaments
Leading esports tournament organiser and media company LetsPlay.Live has announced ‘LPL Pathfinder’, a renewed direction for 2024 focusing on supporting grassroots tournaments...
Jan 7, 2024
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Melbourne Park ready to welcome tennis fans to 2024 Australian Open
Melbourne Park is set to welcome tennis fans from across Australia and the world for the 2024 Australian Open which is one week away. The main draw will begin on Sunday 14th...
Jan 6, 2024
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Concert ticket scams on the rise in Hong Kong
Over 1,200 cases of online scams involving concert tickets were recorded in Hong Kong in the first 10 months of 2023, resulting in a total loss of HK$11 million (US$1.4 million)...
Jan 4, 2024
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20 sport and recreation activities receive funding from Western Australian Government
Margaret River Ocean Swim and Goldfields Regional Festival of Football are among the 20 sport and recreational activities to receive funding from the Western Australian...
Jan 4, 2024
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Tasmanian hospitality sector continues to benefit from business events and conferences
Tasmanian business events and conferences have delivered a bumper 2023 for the hospitality sector with Business Events Tasmania having already locked in 67 conferences for 2024...
Jan 3, 2024
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Hospitality
Perth’s Fringe World organiser ends partnership with Woodside
Following a multi-year campaign by members of the Western Australian arts community to remove Woodside’s involvement in Perth's Fringe World Festival, the organisation that runs...
Jan 2, 2024
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Northern Territory funding opens for community organisations
A new round of major grants are now available to support not-for-profits through the Northern Territory’s Community Benefit Fund. These grants are a fantastic way for community...
Jan 2, 2024
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NSW Police launch largest operation to ensure public safety at New Year's Eve events
NSW Police Force have today launched ‘Operation New Year’s Eve 2023’ - their largest operation this year with thousands of officers out in force - to ensure a positive start to...
Dec 30, 2023
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Events Tasmania continues to support Hobart’s ‘Taste of Summer' festival
Through Events Tasmania, the Tasmanian Government is continuing its support of Hobart’s ‘Taste of Summer' festival via a $7.7 million investment over five years - through to...
Dec 30, 2023
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Dubai Events Security Committee announces comprehensive plan for New Year’s Eve
Along with the spectacle of 38,000 tonnes of fireworks, Dubai’s Events Security Committee has revealed its grand plans for New Year’s Eve 2023. Dubai Municipality plans for the...
Dec 30, 2023
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Safety
Victorians urged to make safety a priority this New Year’s Eve
The Victorian Government is collaborating with Victoria Police, emergency services and local councils to prioritise safety this New Year’s Eve to ensure everyone can enjoy the...
Dec 30, 2023
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Safety
Belgravia Leisure says thank you to its communities
Belgravia Leisure has released a booklet and video celebrating its successes through 2023. Belgravia Leisure Chief Executive Nick Cox advised on LinkedIn “the year has been full...
Dec 28, 2023
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United Cup at Perth's RAC Arena showcases Western Australia to global fans
The United Cup has commenced at Perth's RAC Arena with the event attracting some of the world's top tennis players and showcasing Western Australia to global fans. The event...
Dec 28, 2023
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Trip.com offers insights into 2024 tourism trends for attractions, events and AI
Leading global travel service provider, Trip.com, has reflected on the tourism industry landscape over the past year, offering insights into the trends set to shape the journey...
Dec 28, 2023
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Woodford Folk Festival set to host more than 120,000 fans
Opening today (27th December) and running until Monday 1st January, the 36th Woodford Folk Festival is set to host 25,000 people daily and more than 120,000 visitors in total...
Dec 26, 2023
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Normanville Surf Life Saving Club to host Masters State Championships following redevelopment
Normanville Surf Life Saving Club, located on the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia, recently reopened following its more than $7 million redevelopment. In March 2024 the...
Dec 26, 2023
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New Western Australian laws ban 82 offenders from attending popular night precincts
New Western Australian laws have seen 82 violent and anti-social offenders banned from entering five Protected Entertainment Precincts (PEPs) in the year since the laws were...
Dec 23, 2023
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AMSA briefs Sydney Hobart Yacht Race crew and officials
With the fleet for the 2023 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race preparing for the 78th running of the ocean race, as in previous years, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has...
Dec 23, 2023
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Strip-search class action lawsuit against NSW Police to go ahead
The NSW Government's attempt to have the Supreme Court throw dismiss a massive class action against strip searches at music festivals has failed. Facing allegations it allowed...
Dec 21, 2023
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Deloitte report shows Australian domestic events help drive tourism industry recovery
The latest edition of Deloitte Access Economics’ Tourism Market Outlook shows Australian tourism is thriving - not just surviving - with events motivating domestic travel....
Dec 21, 2023
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