News: Finance
Research shows Victoria’s tourism investment pipeline accounting for one quarter of Australia’s total
The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) has welcomed new research from Tourism Research Australia that indicating that, in 2018/19, the tourism investment pipeline in...
Dec 13, 2019
Tourism /
Finance /
Attractions
New Zealand Commission clears Cardrona to acquire Treble Cone
The Commerce Commission, New Zealand’s competition, consumer and regulatory agency, has granted clearance for Cardrona Alpine Resort Limited to acquire either the shares of...
Dec 12, 2019
Sport /
Finance /
Recreation
A-League newcomers release stadium development update
A-League club Western United has provided an update of the status of its plans for the Wyndham City Stadium, its proposed new home venue which will replace its current temporary...
Dec 11, 2019
Sport /
Finance /
Venues
Fund manager takes on Co-Chairman role at Central Coast Mariners
The Central Coast Mariners have announced that fund manager Anton Tagliaferro has been appointed as Co-Chairman of the Club alongside Mike Charlesworth. Tagliaferro’s...
Dec 9, 2019
Sport /
Finance
Christchurch City Council to consider investment case for new stadium plan
Christchurch City Council is moving forward with its consideration of the development of a new 25,000-seat multi-purpose stadium and will consider an investment case for the new...
Dec 9, 2019
Sport /
Finance /
Venues /
Entertainment
Napier City Council considers $77 million redevelopment or closure for National Aquarium
Napier City Council has unveiled ambitious plans for the development of a new National Aquarium and Oceans Centre on its foreshore, presenting a business case for a new...
Dec 6, 2019
Tourism /
Finance /
Attractions /
Environment
Brisbane Lions accrue first profit in a dozen years
The Brisbane Lions have recorded their first profit since 2007, with $648,618 profit, as outlined in the AFL club’s 2019 financial report. After appearing in their first AFL...
Dec 5, 2019
Sport /
Finance /
Venues
Rugby Australia Chief Executive says code 'didn't back down' on Folau settlement
Rugby Australia Chief Executive, Raelene Castle has rejected media reports that the confidential settlement of the ongoing legal dispute between the code and former Wallaby...
Dec 5, 2019
Sport /
Legal /
Finance
Live Performance Australia seeks answers from Google as Viagogo advertising returns
With Viagogo appearing to once again be advertising on Google, Live Performance Australia has sought urgent clarification from the search engine giant about the terms by which...
Dec 4, 2019
Marketing /
Legal /
Finance /
Technology /
Ticketing
China looks to boost sport industry with potential new investment fund
The General Administration of Sport (GAS) of China and China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) are working to launch a Government-backed sport industry...
Dec 3, 2019
Events /
Sport /
Finance /
Venues
Prime Minister Scott Morrison backs beach safety at start of summer
Marking the start of summer, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has acknowledged Surf Life Saving Australia members for their dedication to saving lives and their...
Dec 3, 2019
Safety /
Finance /
Recreation /
Government /
Aquatics
Infinite Cycle studio franchise opportunities looks to transform indoor cycling
BRAND POST: Innovative new indoor cycling fitness franchise Infinite Cycle, is offering investors a solution in meeting consumer demand for a time-effective, fun and...
Dec 2, 2019
Marketing /
Finance /
Retail /
Fitness
Viva Leisure looks to raise new capital as it announces acquisition of 13 Fit n Fast clubs
Canberra-based Viva Leisure Limited has announced that it is to acquire 13 Fit n Fast Health Clubs at a cost of $13.5 million. The strategic acquisition, in line with Viva...
Dec 2, 2019
Finance /
Fitness
AIS and Sport Australia look to increase leadership depth and diversity in sport
The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) is calling on talented leaders to apply for the latest intake of the AIS Talent Programs to address the underrepresentation of women in...
Nov 30, 2019
Sport /
Education /
Finance
Failure to secure builder set to delay construction of new Sydney Football Stadium
The NSW Government appears to be set to miss the deadline it set for hiring a new builder to construct the Sydney Football Stadium, as it continues to negotiate with two bidders...
Nov 29, 2019
Sport /
Design /
Finance /
Government /
Venues
Rod Laver Arena named as a top 10 highest grossing venue
International music magazine Billboard has named Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena as one of the world’s top 10 highest grossing venues over the past decade. Built in 1988, Rod Laver...
Nov 27, 2019
Events /
Finance /
Venues
Swimming Australia honours Gina Rinehart with Lifetime Contribution Award
Swimming Australia has recognised its benefactor Gina Rinehart, presenting the Chairman of Hancock Prospecting with its inaugural Lifetime Contribution Award at its 2019 Awards....
Nov 27, 2019
Sport /
Marketing /
Finance /
Aquatics
NSW Government opens tender process for new Sydney Theatre Royal operator
Plans to reopen Sydney's Theatre Royal have moved closer with the NSW Government today announcing that it has reached a commercial agreement with the owners of the venue to...
Nov 27, 2019
Finance /
Venues /
Entertainment /
Arts
Sunshine Coast arts sector to receive funding boost
Sunshine Coast artists and creatives will have the opportunity to access $165,000 in Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) grants during 2019/20 thanks to the continued...
Nov 26, 2019
Culture /
Finance /
Arts
TSG acquires Legend Club Management Systems
Transaction Services Group (TSG), has today announced an agreement to acquire Legend Club Management Systems, a provider of software and services for the leisure management and...
Nov 25, 2019
Finance /
Technology /
Fitness
Viagogo acquires rival ticket reseller StubHub in US$4 billion deal
Secondary ticketing firm Viagogo has announced a US$4 billion deal to buy its rival StubHub, in the biggest ever transaction in the secondary ticketing market. With eBay having...
Nov 24, 2019
Legal /
Finance /
Venues /
Entertainment /
Ticketing
Last minute funding ensures Manly’s VolleyFest will run in 2020
VolleyFest, Australia’s premier volleyball tournament will remain at Manly Beach next year following an announcement from the NSW Government and Northern Beaches Council that...
Nov 22, 2019
Events /
Sport /
Finance
Golf Australia announces new partnership with AgBioEn
Golf Australia has announced a new four-year major partnership with renewable energy company AgBioEn. AgBioEn is Australia’s first fully integrated, carbon negative, renewable...
Nov 21, 2019
Finance /
Golf
Creative Partnerships Australia survey shows private sector increasing donations to the arts
A survey of 2,208 arts and cultural organisations across Australia has revealed that private sector support for the arts continues to rise. Conducted by Creative Partnerships...
Nov 19, 2019
Marketing /
Finance /
Entertainment /
Arts