News: Finance
AusCycling slams NSW Government over neglect of Sydney 2000 Velodrome
The governing body for Australian cycling has criticised the NSW Government over what it claims is a "failure" to secure the future of the state's only indoor velodrome, which...
Nov 14, 2024
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Mondrian announced as platinum sponsor for Hong Kong Pride Parade 2024
Mondrian Hong Kong has been announced as Platinum Sponsor of the 2024 Hong Kong Pride Parade, underscoring its dedication to inclusivity and equality in the city. Going beyond...
Nov 13, 2024
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Sunshine Coast Beach Volleyball competition secures funding boost
The Sunshine Coast Beach Volleyball competition held at Mooloolaba Beach has secured a much-needed funding boost to help attract crowds and strengthen the local economy. The...
Nov 11, 2024
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Tchoukball Singapore launches Coaches’ scholarship and partnership program
Tchoukball Singapore (TBAS) recently hosted a successful Coaches Engagement Forum at the National Youth Sport Institute, bringing together marketplace tchoukball coaches from...
Nov 11, 2024
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Resorts World Sentosa to commence US$5 billion waterfront expansion project
Genting Singapore is set to commence work on a waterfront development as part of Resorts World Sentosa’s S$6.8 billion (US$5 billion) expansion. In a newly-released...
Nov 10, 2024
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Broken Hill’s ‘the Bomber’ among NSW war memorials to secure funding
Broken Hill City Council has been awarded $10,000 for conservation work on the town’s Great War Memorial - dubbed ‘the Bomber’ comprising an imposing bronze sculpture of an...
Nov 10, 2024
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Netball Australia’s Stacey West sets out 10-year vision for the game’s future
In the countdown to its centenary year in 2027, Netball Australia Chief Executive Stacey West has set out her long-term strategic vision for the sport to build community reach...
Nov 7, 2024
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Business Events Adelaide reveals record financial year for 2023/24
Business Events Adelaide, a 50-year-old independent, not for profit, member-based organization, has announced that business events secured for South Australia in the last...
Nov 7, 2024
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Major sporting and cultural events inject $31 million into Cairns economy
Cairns Council support of $1.47 million from Council’s Major Events Sponsorship program, resulted in $31 million being injected into the Cairns economy in the previous financial...
Nov 6, 2024
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Aboriginal youth gym among projects to benefit from NSW ClubGRANTS
A musical society, marine rescue organisation and Aboriginal youth gym are among 46 recipients to share a total of $12.75 million this financial year – allocated under the NSW...
Nov 5, 2024
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Global Wellness economy anticipated to reach US$9 trillion by 2028
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI), this week convening at the 18th annual Global Wellness Summit in St Andrews, Scotland, has revealed new research on a wellness market with...
Nov 5, 2024
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Australian Government looks to introduce in-stadium ban on gambling advertising
The Federal Government is pushing to introduce a ban on in-stadium ban on electronic sideline advertisements promoting gambling during AFL and NRL games. Falling short of...
Nov 5, 2024
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ASM Global promotes leaders for Middle East region
ASM Global has announced the promotion of three leaders for the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region for ASM Global. Mark Jan Kar has been promoted to Senior Vice President,...
Nov 3, 2024
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New funding agreement supports return of Dark Mofo
Organisers of Tasmanian winter festival, Dark Mofo, are appreciative of a new state government funding agreement of $21.6 million to support the delivery of Dark Mofo through to...
Nov 3, 2024
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Rising costs of North Sydney Olympic Pool rebuild set to impact ratepayers
The increasing costs of the rebuilding of the North Sydney Olympic Pool - understood to have now reached $91 million - are reported to be pushing North Sydney Council into a...
Oct 31, 2024
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Live Music Fund to support Gold Coast venues, promoters and musicians
The Gold Coast live music sector is to be given a boost via the Live Music Fund which will support venues, independent local promoters, and Gold Coast based professional...
Oct 30, 2024
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Tasmania's small hospitality businesses given financial boost
The Tasmanian Government is supporting the hospitality sector to invest in activities aimed at attracting visitors to the regions. The $400,000 Multicultural Small Business...
Oct 30, 2024
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World Gym Taiwan announces acquisition of World Gym International
World Gym Taiwan has announced that it has acquired its parent company, the USA-based World Gym International (WGI). According to a statement on its website, World Gym Taiwan -...
Oct 29, 2024
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NSC Sports Investment Summit announces Deloitte and CAS as event partners
The organisers of the upcoming NSC Sports Investment Summit have announced that Deloitte, one of the world’s leading professional services firms, and the Confederation of...
Oct 29, 2024
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PMY Group secures capital injection from USA investor Alignment Growth Management
USA-based media and entertainment investor Alignment Growth Management has secured a strategic stake in Melbourne-based live entertainment and venue technology provider PMY...
Oct 28, 2024
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Event organiser slams Melbourne Showgrounds caterer for high prices
Event organisers of AUSjet 24 waterjet technology exhibition and conference have slammed what they are calling an outrageous ‘rip-off’ at the Melbourne Showgrounds charged by...
Oct 28, 2024
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Victorian Government opens applications for community sports infrastructure fund
To help local communities plan, design and build local sport facilities, applications are now open for the Victorian Government’s Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund...
Oct 28, 2024
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New Queensland Premier to deliver changed plan for main venue for Brisbane Olympics
Plans for the main venue for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics look set for a reboot with Queensland Premier-elect David Crisafulli pledging to scrap the proposal to...
Oct 27, 2024
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Blockbusters at Perth venues contribute to $286 million boost for Western Australian economy
Premier Perth venues including RAC Arena, Optus Stadium and HBF Park with their ability to hold massive crowd numbers and deliver impressive and memorable event experiences,...
Oct 24, 2024
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