News: Finance
Toowoomba Regional Council awards tender for Millmerran Aquatic Centre upgrade
After an extended tender process, Toowoomba Regional Council has announced that Queensland company Taylor Builders’ bid to redevelop and rehabilitate the Millmerran Pool has...
Feb 1, 2022
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Goulburn to host 2022 retro-futuristic Steampunk Victoriana Fair
The NSW Regional Events Acceleration Fund is enabling Goulburn to once again host the retro-futuristic Steampunk Victoriana Fair on 12th and 13th March 2022, with revellers...
Feb 1, 2022
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NSW Government announces $85 million funding to support performing arts and live music
Aiming to provide artists and performers with increased confidence to schedule live events, the NSW Government has today announced an $85 million funding package to support...
Feb 1, 2022
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Queensland sports technology company secures Government funding
Founded in 2015, Brisbane-based sports technology company VALD, have commercialised QUT-developed technology that’s on the cutting-edge of musculoskeletal testing for health and...
Feb 1, 2022
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Mother’s Day Classic and Sport Australia partner to launch free community program ‘MDC Move’
Australia’s largest fun run and walk for breast cancer research - the Mother’s Day Classic – held annually on Mother’s Day in up to 100 locations across Australia – is...
Jan 31, 2022
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New Zealand tourism businesses facing cybersecurity challenges
New Zealand tourism businesses are being warned to secure their social media accounts and IT systems in the wake of a series of cyberattacks. AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand is the...
Jan 31, 2022
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Learn-to-swim and music vouchers available to Northern Territory families
The Northern Territory Government is continuing to help families and support local businesses by boosting the Sport Voucher Scheme. This year these vouchers can be used for...
Jan 30, 2022
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South Australian regional events receive funding boost in 2022/23
South Australia’s regional events are set to receive $1 million in support with applications for the Regional Event Fund (REF) opening today and with South Australian Premier...
Jan 30, 2022
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Newcastle Art Gallery closes its doors in preparation for $40 million expansion
Newcastle Art Gallery has celebrated its final weekend of operation with extended hours and special activations before closing its doors today and reopening in two years’ time...
Jan 30, 2022
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Conservationists welcome funding to address water pollution and illegal fishing impacting the Reef
The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) has welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement that it will invest in a range of projects to help tackle local issues...
Jan 28, 2022
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Hancock Prospecting announced as sponsor of Australian Olympic Team
Mining magnate Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting has been announced as a sponsor for the Australian Olympic Team through to 2026 in a partnership that encompasses multiple...
Jan 27, 2022
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Queensland Government continues to support live music industry in 2022
The latest round of the Queensland Government’s Live Music Support Program will deliver $2.8 million to indoor venues with a track record of programming original live music...
Jan 27, 2022
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UAE’s first casino to open as part of integrated resort in Ras Al Khaimah
As the United Arab Emirates moves to legalise gambling, Wynn Resorts has announced plans for a “multi-billion” dollar integrated resort to be built in Ras Al Khaimah. Wynn...
Jan 26, 2022
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Clip ‘n Climb spotlights new openings and developments
Although having experienced economic challenges during COVID, international recreational climbing operator Clip ‘n Climb is still thriving - having added to its product range...
Jan 26, 2022
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Thailand introduces new international tourist arrival tax
The Government of Thailand is introducing a new tourist tax of 300 THB (US$10) for all overseas visitors starting in April. The tax was announced last week and will take effect...
Jan 24, 2022
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Tennis Australia and Santos end partnership after just one year
The sponsorship by oil and gas company Santos of Tennis Australia and its partnership with the organisation’s marquee tournament, the Australian Open, has ended just one year...
Jan 24, 2022
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Northern Territory Government releases tender for construction of the State Square Art Gallery
The Northern Territory has released a significant Future Tender Opportunity (FTO) to deliver both the construction of the State Square Art Gallery, and also the remaining...
Jan 24, 2022
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Victorian event industry survey shows three quarters of events planned for January and February either cancelled or postponed
Three out of four live events in Victoria are likely to be cancelled or postponed over the next six weeks according to industry group Save Victorian Events. Releasing the...
Jan 21, 2022
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Gladstone Regional Council welcomes funding commitment for Boyne Tannum aquatic centre
Gladstone Regional Council has welcomed a funding commitment of $15 million from the Federal Labor Opposition towards constructing the Boyne Tannum Aquatic Recreation Centre at...
Jan 20, 2022
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Belgravia Leisure secures five-year contract to run Gympie Regional Council aquatic facilities
Leading facility manager Belgravia Leisure has secured a five-year contract worth $2.84 million to run Gympie Regional Council’s aquatic facilities. The Council has this week...
Jan 19, 2022
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Swimming Australia bolsters 2020/21 profit despite sponsorship and broadcast transitions
Swimming Australia has advised that it posted a $1.3 million profit for the financial year ending 30th June 2021 despite a $2.6 million reduction in sponsorship revenue and...
Jan 19, 2022
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EEAA President welcomes NSW Events Saver Fund
Nicole Walker, president of the Exhibition and Event Association of Australia (EEAA) has welcomed the launch of the new Events Saver Fund for NSW Major Events announced on...
Jan 19, 2022
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Funding allows Goulburn Performing Arts Centre to hold performances in flexible spaces
A NSW Government Creative Capital Fund award to Goulburn Performing Arts Centre allows for performances to be held in flexible spaces such as the entry laneway and ‘the Meeting...
Jan 19, 2022
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PLAWA to present Leisure Facility Managers course in June
The Western Australian branch of Parks and Leisure Australia (PLAWA) is to present its WA Leisure Facility Managers Course 2022 from 13th to 17th June. The course is aimed at a...
Jan 18, 2022
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