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IATA says proposed tourism tax will harm New Zealand's economy
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has urged New Zealand to reconsider the proposed tourism tax on international visitors. In a position paper submitted to New...
Dec 27, 2017
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Parramatta Council defers aquatic centre decision until February 2018
Plans for a new aquatic centre to replace the former Parramatta War Memorial Swimming Pool, which was demolished earlier this year to make way for Western Sydney Stadium, have...
Dec 27, 2017
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Final stage of Kardinia Park redevelopment to cost $100 million
The fifth and final stage of the redevelopment of Geelong's Kardinia Park (GMHBA Stadium) redevelopment will cost $100 million to complete – the most expensive upgrade during...
Dec 23, 2017
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Indian Government looks to privatise major stadia
The Indian Government is looking to privatise stadia owned and managed by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) to boost its visitor experience. Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore,...
Dec 21, 2017
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Surfaces
South Sydney Rabbitohs welcomes backing for Community and High Performance Centre
The South Sydney Rabbitohs have welcomed NSW Government’s commitment of $8.696 million towards its Community and High Performance Centre to be built in South Sydney heartland at...
Dec 21, 2017
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Seven NSW NRL clubs to share $50 million for ‘Centres of Excellence’
The NSW Government has announced that seven NSW-based rugby league clubs are to share $50 million in funding allocated for NRL Centres of Excellence. The NRL Centre of...
Dec 20, 2017
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New Federal Minister for Sport named in Australian Cabinet reshuffle
Australia will have its third Sport Minister in less than 12 months as a result of Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull's Cabinet reshuffle. Announced yesterday, Bridget McKenzie,...
Dec 19, 2017
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Budget submission calls for Federal Government backing for live performance
The Federal Government has been called on to provide more incentives to support innovation and more original Australian live performance works. Live Performance Australia (LPA)...
Dec 17, 2017
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Three groups move to next stage in Hong Kong sports park project
Three consortiums - headed by an Alibaba Group subsidiary, New World Development and Dragages Hong Kong respectively - have made the Hong Kong Government Home Affairs Bureau’s...
Dec 15, 2017
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Councils to benefit from new tourism infrastructure funding
The New Zealand Government’s announcement of a $14.9 million investment in tourism infrastructure will help regions benefit from the growth in tourism, according to Tourism...
Dec 14, 2017
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$10 million funding boost for Tokyo Olympics athletes
The Australian Government will boost high performance sport funding with an additional $10 million as part of a targeted drive towards the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic...
Dec 12, 2017
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Stadium economics: Spending billions on empty seats
With ongoing industry and public debate about the value of the NSW Government's plans to rebuild Sydney's Allianz and ANZ Stadiums, Chris Beattie, Division Manager Venues &...
Dec 11, 2017
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QTIC welcomes continuity of Queensland Government
With the result of the Queensland election confirmed, the Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) has welcomed the continuity of the new Queensland Government led by Premier...
Dec 7, 2017
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Regional tourism calls for national debate on planned tourism tax
With the New Zealand Government this week seeking advice from officials on its pre-election policy that would see international visitors pay a $25 tax at the border, regional...
Dec 3, 2017
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New governance model to be introduced for Victoria’s alpine resorts
The Victorian Government has announced that it is to implement a new governance model and refresh the three northern Alpine Resort Management Boards. Victorian Minister for...
Nov 27, 2017
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Environment
NSW Government confirms massive rebuilding plans for Allianz and ANZ Stadiums
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has today confirmed that Sydney’s Allianz and ANZ stadiums will be rebuilt and transformed in a $2 billion program. The long-running latest...
Nov 24, 2017
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NSW Government to spend more than $2 billion on Allianz and ANZ Stadium rebuilds
After months of media speculation the NSW Cabinet of Premier Gladys Berejiklian has today reportedly agreed to demolish and rebuild two of Sydney's major sports stadiums - the...
Nov 22, 2017
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Chinese cinema sees box office records broken
China’s cinema industry has enjoyed a record year with box office takings having now passed the symbolic landmark of RMB50 billion (US$7.5 billion). More than 1.45 million...
Nov 22, 2017
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Entertainment
Rising cost fears lead to review of Christchurch Metro sports facility plans
The New Zealand Government has ordered an urgent review of plans for Christchurch’s new Metro Sports facility amid concern that the project’s $217 million budget could blow out...
Nov 21, 2017
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Aquatics
Federal Government releases new movement guidelines for children
The Australian Government has today released new movement guidelines to help parents and carers create healthy daily practices for babies and young children. With a major...
Nov 21, 2017
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Play
Victorian Government offers more life-saving defibrillators for sports clubs
The Victorian Government has opened the fourth round of its Defibrillators for Sporting Clubs and Facilities Program, offering Victorian sports clubs another chance to apply for...
Nov 20, 2017
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Monkey Mia tourism to benefit from Federal infrastructure boost
Popular tourist destination Western Australian tourism destination Monkey Mia is to receive Federal Government funding to enhance its visitor facilities, experiences and tourism...
Nov 20, 2017
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Environment
Victorian Government provides $8.2 million backing for Puffing Billy
Dandenong Ranges attraction Puffing Billy is to benefit from a $8.2 million Victorian Government funding package that aims to boost visitor numbers to the region. The popular...
Nov 16, 2017
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Environment
Australian Government begins ticket scalping consultation
A nationwide consultation process to combat ticket scalping and protect Australian concert-goers and live sport lovers has been announced by Federal Small Business Minister...
Nov 16, 2017
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