News: Finance
Government gives financial approval for new Christchurch multi-use arena
Christchurch City Council’s plans to develop a new multi-use arena to replace the city’s former Lancaster Park have been boosted by the New Zealand Government’s approval of its...
Oct 26, 2018
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Live Performance industry breaks all records through 2017
Live Performance Australia has reported that over 23 million Australians attended live events in 2017, driving over $1.88 billion in ticket sales – representing a 23% growth in...
Oct 25, 2018
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Operator shut out of Auckland's Waiwera Thermal Resort
Auckland's Waiwera Thermal Resort faces an uncertain future following the revelation that its owners have cancelled the lease of the off-shore business that was operating the...
Oct 24, 2018
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AOC Chief Executive Matt Carroll calls for more money for Olympic and Paralympic sport
On a day of major announcements relating to elite sport, Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) Chief Executive Matt Carroll says an extra $60 million a year is needed to help...
Oct 23, 2018
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Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney deliver $140 million to NSW economy
A Deloitte report has found Sydney’s 'green lungs' - the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Domain - contributed around $140 million to the NSW economy in the 2016/17 financial year....
Oct 23, 2018
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Further $2.2 million invested in drowning prevention in New Zealand
Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) is continuing its investment in drowning prevention with the launch of a new research fund to find new insights into the country’s drowning...
Oct 23, 2018
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Australian Government announces extra $50 million funding for High Performance Sport
Federal Minister for Sport Bridget McKenzie has announced a $50 million boost in high performance sport investment over the next two years as Australia builds towards the 2020...
Oct 23, 2018
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Dubai-based attractions business planning IPO in Singapore
Leading Asian attractions, recreation and theme park consultancy and operator Sim Leisure is planning an initial public offering (IPO) of its Escape Penang outdoor adventure...
Oct 21, 2018
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Stock market launch for Club Lime owner Viva Leisure reflects positive fitness industry performance
The opening of an initial public offering (IPO) this week for fitness club owner and operator Viva Leisure is being seen as a reflection of not only the Canberra-based business’...
Oct 17, 2018
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Parramatta Eels refuse ‘unacceptable’ deal for tenancy at new Western Sydney Stadium
The Parramatta Eels have dealt a blow to the NSW Government’s redevelopment of the new Western Sydney Stadium by rejecting what it calls an “unacceptable” commercial deal to...
Oct 16, 2018
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Consultation suggests closer scrutiny of Major Performing Arts Framework funding
A consultation paper from the Federal Department of Communication and the Arts has suggested that funding to major performing arts companies should be under contracts reviewed...
Oct 16, 2018
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Two proposals submitted for Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Parks development
The Hong Kong Government is reported to be evaluating bids from two consortia to design, build and operate the planned Kai Tak Sports Park, to be built on the site of the city’s...
Oct 14, 2018
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Australian Cultural Ministers release consultation on future Major Performing Arts funding
The Australian, state and territory governments have today released a consultation paper on potential enhancements to the Major Performing Arts (MPA) Framework. Following...
Oct 14, 2018
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Australia Council announces new Chief Executive
The Australia Council for the Arts has today announced the appointment of Adrian Collette as its next Chief Executive. Currently employed as the Vice-Principal (Engagement) at...
Oct 11, 2018
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IAAPA confirms Hal McEvoy as President and Chief Executive
The Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has confirmed that its current interim President and Chief Executive, Hal McEvoy, is to assume the role on a permanent...
Oct 9, 2018
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Chinese tourists go cashless at Singapore attractions
Leading mobile payment platform Alipay has revealed the successful conclusion of a first ‘cashless’ trip made by Chinese visitors to Singapore. Backed by the Singapore Tourism...
Oct 8, 2018
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Wellness now a US$4.2 trillion global industry
The global wellness industry grew 12.8% in the last two years, from a US$3.7 trillion market in 2015 to US$4.2 trillion in 2017, according to an in-depth research report, the 2...
Oct 8, 2018
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COMPPS names David Gallop as next Chairperson
The Coalition of Major Professional and Participation Sports (COMPPS) has today announced that David Gallop, Chief Executive of Football Federation Australia (FFA), will become...
Oct 7, 2018
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary recognised for excellence by Hong Kong-Australia Business Association
The Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has been awarded for excellence in bilateral trade with Hong Kong by the Hong Kong-Australia Business Association Limited (HKABA). Presented on...
Oct 7, 2018
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International events attended by Tourism and Events Queensland executives under scrutiny
A trip by Tourism and Events Queensland executives to the Burning Man festival in the US state of Nevada is under scrutiny. Devoted to artistic self-expression, the highly...
Oct 5, 2018
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Successful A-League bid would prompt redevelopment of Campbelltown Sports Stadium
A potential redevelopment of the Campbelltown Sports Stadium would see its seating capacity increased from just over 13,000 to 20,000 within the next five years and the venue...
Oct 4, 2018
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Melbourne Storm looks to offer fan-ownership model
The major shareholders of the NRL’s Melbourne Storm have announced that they are assessing the viability of adopting a fan ownership model to drive the club’s future financial...
Oct 4, 2018
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Western Australian Government invests in Serena Williams to play at Hopman Cup
Serena Williams is set to face Roger Federer in her first event of the 2019 tennis season when the USA play Switzerland in the mixed doubles at the Hopman Cup in Perth at the...
Oct 3, 2018
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Hamilton City Council purchases riverside properties for park expansion plan
Hamilton City Council has purchased four central city buildings as part of long-term plans to develop a central city river park and link it with the planned Waikato Regional...
Oct 3, 2018
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