News: Venues
Radisson Hotel Group partners with JUSS Sports to operate and manage hotel at Xujiahui Sports Park in Shanghai
Radisson Hotel Group has partnered with JUSS Sports to operate and manage the fourth Radisson Blu property in Shanghai located at Xujiahui Sports Park, a world-class sporting...
May 17, 2023
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VMA names Phil King as new President
The Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) Ltd has announced the election of Phil King AVM, Chief Commercial Officer at the South Australian Cricket Association, as its...
May 16, 2023
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Melbourne's new music festival to be held across an array of venues
A new music event - the inaugural Eighty-Six festival – is scheduled for Melbourne in October with the first international acts having been announced and with more local acts...
May 16, 2023
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ICC Sydney promotes 30 team members
Acknowledging individuals’ contributions and potential, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global has announced 30 team member promotions from...
May 16, 2023
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Sydney Showground named MEA NSW State winner for event venue with capacity over 1,000
At an awards function held in Sydney last night, Sydney Showground was named as the 2021-2022 Meeting and Events Australia (MEA) NSW State winner for Best Event Venue, having a...
May 16, 2023
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Naming rights sale sees Auckland’s Mt Smart Stadium rebranded as Go Media Stadium
Auckland’s Mt Smart Stadium is being rebranded as part of sponsorship deal with outdoor advertising company Go Media. Auckland Stadiums, which is a part of the council’s Tātaki...
May 15, 2023
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Melbourne & Olympic Parks complete critical maintenance work on heritage-listed AIA Centre
Melbourne & Olympic Parks recently completed critical post-tensioning maintenance work on the AIA Centre to reinforce the building's stability by tightening 26 vertical tie down...
May 15, 2023
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BeaverFit outdoor gym solution launches in Australia
BeaverFit, the UK-based leader in bespoke outdoor gym solutions, has launched their unique container gyms in Australia. Their revolutionary fitness facilities meet the specific...
May 15, 2023
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New Middle East sport and entertainment entity launched
Abu Dhabi Motorsports Management and Flash Entertainment have integrated their activities and operations to launch a company called ‘Ethara’ - a new events, entertainment, and...
May 15, 2023
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Warrnambool's Reid Oval wins AFL national facilities award
The recently redeveloped Reid Oval in the regional Victorian town of Warrnambool has taken out the top national honour in the AFL’s annual Ken Gannon Community Football...
May 14, 2023
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Australian Sports Commission acknowledges volunteers during 2023 National Volunteer Week
With National Volunteer Week - Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteers - commencing today and running until 21st May, the Australian Sports Commission is paying...
May 14, 2023
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Coldplay reveals Asian tour dates and second Optus Stadium concert as Western Australian Government issues ticket scalping warning
As a result of extraordinary demand during today’s presale for Coldplay's concert at Optus Stadium on 18th November, the band will now add a second Perth concert as part of...
May 14, 2023
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New Geelong Arts Centre counts down to August opening
Following four years of design and construction, the opening of the $140 million Little Malop Street redevelopment is set to mark the completion of Geelong Arts Centre’s once in...
May 14, 2023
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EVANZ ready to host Mid Year Conference
Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) is ready to stage its 2023 Mid Year conference at Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts and Events Centre this week. Being held on...
May 14, 2023
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Thousands rally in Hobart in 'Stop the Stadium' protest
Thousands of people have turned out in Hobart to protest the Tasmanian Government’s plans to build a $715 million stadium at the city’s Macquarie Point. One of the largest...
May 13, 2023
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New facilities in Wendouree boost sports from skateboarding to football
New sport facilities at Wendouree West Recreation Reserve and nearby Victoria Park are anticipated to boost community participation in sports from skateboarding to football in...
May 12, 2023
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Carriageworks announces Fergus Linehan as its next Chief Executive
International arts administrator, Fergus Linehan has been named the next Chief Executive for Sydney’s contemporary multi-arts precinct, Carriageworks. Linehan is known...
May 12, 2023
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WA Museum Boola Bardip secures new major Ancient Egyptian Exhibition
A new major exhibition – ‘Discovering Ancient Egypt’ – has been secured by the Western Australian Museum Boola Bardip opening on 10th June 2023. Perth is the first Australian...
May 12, 2023
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Chinese Grand Prix confirmed to return to Formula 1 series in 2024
After being cancelled in the last four years due to the COVID pandemic, the Chinese F1 Grand Prix will return with a three year contract as of 2024. After losing its...
May 12, 2023
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Design Partner consortium announced to lead Canberra Theatre redevelopment
The Design Partner consortium chosen to deliver new designs for the Canberra Theatre Centre redevelopment has been announced by the ACT Government to include Architectus, Danish...
May 12, 2023
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VMA reveals results of 2023 Board Election
The Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) has revealed the results of its 2023 Board Election with Anthony Duffy AVM to return as an Allied Director and Malu Barrios...
May 11, 2023
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New Zealand Councils support independent review into sportsground fees
Upper Hutt City Council, Wellington City Council and Hutt City Council have all committed to reviewing sports field charges with Upper Hutt Mayor Wayne Guppy yesterday...
May 11, 2023
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HKCEC spotlights its awards in lead-up to 35th anniversary celebrations
In the lead-up to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre marking its 35th anniversary this November, the venue is spotlighting some of the awards it has recently secured...
May 11, 2023
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Australasian venues, events and executives named as finalists at TheStadiumBusiness Awards 2023
Events, executives and venues from Australia and New Zealand have been named as finalists in the TheStadiumBusiness Awards 2023 - the UK-based international award program...
May 11, 2023
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