News: Venues
Dunedin’s new Mosgiel Pool to open in June
Dunedin’s new Te Puna o Whakaehu Mosgiel Pool will officially be opened on 19th June offering a fully accessible for everyone, with ramps into every pool. The complex includes a...
May 30, 2023
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NRL’s Rabbitohs Centre of Excellence gets official opening
The NRL’s South Sydney Rabbitohs have celebrated the official opening of their new $25.7 million Centre of Excellence. The Heffron Centre at Heffron Park is the new home for the...
May 30, 2023
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Sydney Opera House launches tour of never-before-seen areas
In celebration of its 50th anniversary year, the Sydney Opera House has announced a new tour of its back-of-house area, Hidden House, for a limited-run from June to October....
May 29, 2023
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Hong Kong Government ‘quite confident’ Kai Tak Sports Park will be able to host 2025 China National Games
The Hong Kong Government has said it remains confident that the delayed Kai Tak Sports Park will be ready to open by the end of 2024, in time for the city to co-host the 2025...
May 29, 2023
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Sharks and WAnderland among winners at Museums and Galleries National Awards
The Australian Museum and the Western Australian Museum are among the winners of the Australian Museums and Galleries Association (AMaGA) awards with the ceremony held 16th May...
May 29, 2023
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Details released for Singapore’s hosting of first-ever Olympic Esports Week
The International Olympic Committee (IOC), together with the Singapore National Olympic Council (SNOC), has released the event details and ticketing information for the...
May 29, 2023
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Parramatta secures Purple Flag accreditation in recognition of its night-time offerings
The City of Parramatta has secured Western Sydney’s first Purple Flag award in recognition of a high standard of excellence in managing its night-time offerings of lively...
May 28, 2023
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Gold Coast’s major sporting venues welcomed over two million visitors this financial year
Gold Coast Major Sporting Venues have marked major milestone in 2023, welcoming over two million visitors already this financial year. Welcoming the significant increase from...
May 28, 2023
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Logan’s revitalised Noffke Farm Park facility to support community sporting clubs
Set to support community sporting clubs including the Waterford Demons Rugby League Club, a revitalised Noffke Farm Park facility, located in the southern Brisbane suburb of...
May 28, 2023
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Expanding LED lighting innovator VALO rebrands to VAILO
Adelaide based venue lighting innovator VALO has announced that it will be changing its name and rebranding to VAILO as part of its expansion internationally. Aaron Hickmann,...
May 28, 2023
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Genesian Theatre delivers a not so elementary production of Sherlock
Celebrating their 79th year in 2023, community theatre group, The Genesian Theatre Company, delivers an impressive comedic adaption of ‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’– based on...
May 28, 2023
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Spectacular opening night for Vivid Sydney 2023
Fireworks, laser beams, drones, illuminated landmarks and Welcome to Country marked the start of the Vivid Sydney light-based art and cultural festival celebrating its 13th year...
May 26, 2023
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Geelong to host Commonwealth Games 2026 aquatic events in temporary competition pools
With the Victorian Government having designated Geelong as the host city for swimming, para swimming and diving events for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, details have emerged of...
May 25, 2023
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VMA launches Venue Safety and Security education program
The Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced the launch of an education program aimed at improving safety and security in venues safe. Described as “an important step in...
May 25, 2023
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Queensland Government announces next steps in planning for 2032 Olympics legacy
The Queensland Government has advised that nearly 14,000 ideas have been shared as part of planning for the legacy of the Brisbane 2032 OIympic and Paralympic Games. The Hopes...
May 25, 2023
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The Calyx in the Royal Botanic Garden transforms during Vivid Sydney
Lightscape - the internationally acclaimed multi-sensory experience of light, colour and sound – is transforming the Calyx in the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney into an after-dark...
May 25, 2023
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$3 million Kayo Stadium lighting installation illuminates Dolphins’ first NRL home night game
A new $3 million lighting installation at Kayo Stadium has tonight illuminated the Dolphins’ historic first NRL home night game against the Dragons. Four new 44-metre-high...
May 24, 2023
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ICC Sydney launches Accessible and Inclusive Events Guide
To help event planners activate welcoming events that cater for everyone, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) is providing guidance and resources through its...
May 24, 2023
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New business events peak body announces board of directors and new brand
Newly formed peak body for the business events industry - The Australian Business Events Association - has announced its board of directors and launched its new logo in the lead...
May 24, 2023
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Catering tender up for renewal at Jubilee Stadium
Georges River Council is inviting qualified and experienced contractors to respond to its Request for Tender to provide catering and hospitality services at Netstrata Jubilee...
May 24, 2023
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Victoria 2026 organisers commence search for Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremonies team
Organisers of Victoria 2026 have begun the search for a creative team to produce ‘show-stopping’ Opening and Closing Ceremonies for the next Commonwealth Games. As part of an...
May 24, 2023
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30th Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress attracts record 554 attendees and shares inspiration, innovation and knowledge
The Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) completed its 2023 Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress hosted over three days from 21st to 23rd May at Centrepiece,...
May 24, 2023
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New report reveals ongoing growth of Australia’s sports tech industry
Australia’s sports tech industry is now worth $4.25 billion, equal in value to the nation’s fintech sector, according to the Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN) annual...
May 23, 2023
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MEETINGS 2023 to offer raft of new business, networking and knowledge opportunities
Alongside the 220-strong exhibition representing 19 regions across New Zealand, Business Events Industry Aotearoa's MEETINGS national trade exhibition to be held on 21st and...
May 23, 2023
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