News: Venues
Ticketek expands UK presence with Motorpoint Arena Nottingham deal
In an expansion of its UK activities, TEG-owned Ticketek has advised that it has signed an exclusive deal with Motorpoint Arena Nottingham for the supply, installation and...
Mar 6, 2023
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South East Centre for Contemporary Art announces inaugural exhibition ahead of opening
South East Centre for Contemporary Art (formerly known as Bega Valley Regional Gallery) will have its official opening on 29th April 2023 and has today announced its inaugural...
Mar 6, 2023
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Inaugural Venue Safety and Security Exchange conference to be staged in Sydney
A new event focussing on venue safety and security for event and venue safety practitioners is to launch in Sydney in July. To be held at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney on 12th...
Mar 5, 2023
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Singapore Sports Hub secures three-year deal to host FIBA Intercontinental Cup
The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has agreed a three-year deal with Sport Singapore for the city to host its Intercontinental Cup club competition. The Singapore...
Mar 5, 2023
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AEG names Andrew Travis to lead Australasian operations for AXS ticketing outlet
AXS, the ticketing division of global sport and entertainment business AEG, has appointed Andrew Travis as Chief Executive of its new division that will operate in the...
Mar 5, 2023
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Redevelopment underway on Palm Beach Aquatic and Community Centre
The Southern Gold Coast’s Palm Beach Aquatic and Community Centre redevelopment is underway. Concrete pours have begun, with construction next focussing on the podium suspended...
Mar 5, 2023
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Coolangatta AFL change rooms to benefit Gold Coast sportswomen
New $828,000 female change rooms have officially opened at Len Peak Oval for Tweed Coolangatta Junior Australian Football Club (AFC) with the new building including an amenities...
Mar 4, 2023
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Concepts revealed for new sport and entertainment in Singapore’s Toa Payoh town
An ambitious project to replace the Toa Payoh Swimming Complex with a major community sports and entertainment precinct has been revealed by lead agency Sport Singapore....
Mar 2, 2023
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Asahi extends drinks partnership at Melbourne and Olympic Parks
Leading drinks company, Asahi Beverages, has extended its partnership to supply the Melbourne and Olympic Parks precinct’s venues with some of Australia’s favourite drinks. To...
Mar 2, 2023
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iTICKET announced as ticketing partner for Dunedin’s Edgar Centre
New Zealand ticketing company iTICKET, has entered into a new three-year partnership with Dunedin’s Edgar Centre. Going forward, iTICKET will be the exclusive ticketing provider...
Mar 2, 2023
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Surf Coast Shire changes plans for Surf Coast Aquatic and Health Centre
Surf Coast Shire Council has changed its plans for the new Surf Coast Aquatic and Health Centre which will now offer the option of year-round lap swimming and learn to swim...
Mar 2, 2023
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Castle Hill Showground Arena to be transformed into modern venue and thriving cultural hub
Funding received under the NSW Government’s $5 billion WestInvest Fund will see the Castle Hill Showground Arena be transformed into a modern venue that can hold a range of...
Mar 1, 2023
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Bega Valley Shire Council’s new-look gallery SECCA seeks volunteers
The South East Centre for Contemporary Art is encouraging people in the Bega Valley Shire with a passion for the arts and culture to look into volunteering at SECCA. Gallery...
Mar 1, 2023
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Additional funding secures all-abilities nature play space for East Fremantle Oval
Redevelopment has begun of East Fremantle Oval which when completed will provide an integrated community and sporting precinct. A Lotterywest grant of $1.3 million towards an...
Mar 1, 2023
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Cedar Mill Group proposes permanent outdoor entertainment venues for Greater Sydney parklands
Winarch Capital-owned Cedar Mill Group, in partnership with Business Sydney and Business Western Sydney has proposed a transformation of three Greater Sydney parklands into...
Feb 28, 2023
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$54 million redevelopment of Rockhampton's Browne Park Stadium unveiled
The Queensland Government has today announced a major funding boost for the redevelopment of Browne Park in Rockhampton, unveiling artist impressions of the new western...
Feb 28, 2023
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Marvel Stadium to enhance accessibility after accusations of 'ableism and discrimination'
Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium has committed to add a second sensory room and retrain its staff on accessibility protocols after being publicly accused of "ableism and...
Feb 28, 2023
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VMA launches 30th Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress
The Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) has officially launched the 2023 Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress which will be hosted over three days from 21st to 23rd...
Feb 28, 2023
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Western Australia's first Creative Tech Innovation Hub officially launches
The WA Creative Technology Innovation Hub (WACTIH) has officially launched with the state-wide network anticipated to bring together and support tech creatives both online and...
Feb 28, 2023
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Tasmanian Government delivers package of community sport and recreation initiatives
The Tasmanian Government is working to ensure that long-term demand for sporting infrastructure will be met by taking important steps to address the growing need for more...
Feb 28, 2023
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ASTN and Women in Sports Tech release report on female sports innovators in Australia
Australian Sports Technologies Network and Women in Sports Tech have today released a new report - ‘Paving the way for Sports Innovation in Australia’ – in recognition and...
Feb 27, 2023
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Construction commences on Munarra Centre for Regional Excellence
Construction has commenced on the Munarra Centre for Regional Excellence - an Aboriginal-led educational, sporting, cultural and community centre on Yorta Yorta Country in...
Feb 27, 2023
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Business Events Industry Aotearoa launches 10th BE Mentored Programme
Recognising the importance of nurturing and developing talent within New Zealand’s business event industry, BEIA has launched its 10th BE Mentored Programme with a one day...
Feb 27, 2023
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YMCA continues its connection with RecWest and the Maribyrnong community
YMCA Victoria has announced that it will continue to manage the RecWest facilities at Footscray and Braybrook in Maribyrnong. The Y has been awarded the contract to continue...
Feb 27, 2023
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