News: Venues
International swimmers arrive ahead of 2022 FINA World Swimming Championships in Melbourne
International swimmers have started to arrive in Melbourne for the 2022 FINA World Swimming Championships (25 metres) taking place next week, 13th-18th December 2022, at...
Dec 8, 2022
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Luxury glamping tents built in time for Woodford Folk Festival
The Queensland Government has invested $1.2 million into permanent luxury glamping accommodation for visitors to Woodfordia, near Woodford in the Moreton Bay Region hinterland...
Dec 8, 2022
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Qatar set to fall short of 1.2 million visitor target for FIFA 2022 World Cup
Qatar has received just over 765,000 visitors during the first two weeks of the FIFA World Cup, falling short of the organisers’ target to attract 1.2 million arrivals for the...
Dec 8, 2022
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Sydney Showground named Best Venue Team at 2022 EEAA Awards
The event team at the Sydney Showground has been named Best Venue Team at the 2022 Exhibitions and Events Association of Australasia (EEAA) Awards for Excellence for their work...
Dec 8, 2022
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Construction commences on new Kangaroo Island golf course
Construction has commenced on The Cliffs Kangaroo Island - a $20 million destination golf course on Kangaroo Island - with breathtaking views overlooking the Southern Ocean, and...
Dec 8, 2022
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Citing climate change concerns IOC delays decision on host for 2030 Winter Olympics
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has delayed plans to award hosting rights to the 2030 Winter Olympics citing concerns about the impact of climate change on the Games....
Dec 7, 2022
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Gambling income drives revenues at AFL’s Carlton FC
The Carlton AFL club has posted operating revenue of $77.7 million for the financial year ending 31st October - a rise of 36% on the previous year - delivering a $2 million...
Dec 7, 2022
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Industry excellence recognised at 2022 at EEAA Awards
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), Sydney Showground and event technology company eTechSuite and were among the winners at last night’s 2022 Exhibition and...
Dec 7, 2022
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Live Performance Australia calls for national skills and careers pathway for live arts and entertainment industry
Live Performance Australia (LPA) has today called for a national skills and careers pathway framework for the live arts and entertainment industry to support its rebuild after...
Dec 7, 2022
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Hopman Cup to be held in France for 2023 tennis season
The Hopman Cup - the ITF’s official mixed team tennis competition - having been staged in Perth from its inception in 1989 until it was last staged in 2019, is to be held at...
Dec 7, 2022
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Kayo Sports agrees naming rights deal for home venue for NRL’s Dolphins
NRL debutant club the Dolphins has today announced a naming rights partnership that will see the club’s home venue renamed as the Kayo Stadium. Set to enter the NRL competition...
Dec 6, 2022
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Australian F1 Grand Prix partners with Tixel to mitigate ticket fraud and scalping
With the Australian F1 Grand Prix being an official ‘major declared event’, the organisers have appointed Tixel as a preferred resale platform to help fans buy and sell unwanted...
Dec 6, 2022
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Concepts unveiled for St George Illawarra Dragons Community and High Performance Centre
St George Illawarra Dragons has submitted a development application for its planned new Community and High Performance Centre (CHPC) at the University of Wollongong’s Innovation...
Dec 6, 2022
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Hobbiton listed exclusively on Airbnb for $10 per night
Marking the 10th anniversary of The Hobbit: An unexpected Journey and 20 years of touring, Hobbiton has offered the public the chance to book a night at the Hobbiton set through...
Dec 6, 2022
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Mums call for more family-friendly focus in live sport
Expanded alcohol dry zones and installing baby change tables in the men’s toilets are among a raft of recommendations made by mums aimed at improving family attendance at...
Dec 6, 2022
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Four projects share in funding to create performances in regional Western Australia
The Western Australian Government's Made in WA funding will support four successful recipients to bring their Western Australian projects to fruition. Known for their...
Dec 5, 2022
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INTIX announces partnership with Victoria’s Eastern Football Netball League
Looking to streamline operations using digital ticketing technology, Victoria’s Eastern Football Netball League (EFNL) has partnered with INTIX for the next three seasons....
Dec 5, 2022
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Saudi Arabia in line to be awarded 2027 AFC Asian Cup after India withdraws bid
Saudi Arabia is set to host the AFC Asian Cup in 2027 after the All India Football Federation (AIFF) withdrew its bid to stage the national team tournament. With Saudi Arabia...
Dec 5, 2022
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Facility development grants help profit rise for AFL’s Western Bulldogs
The AFL’s Western Bulldogs has announced increased revenue and a $5.19 million profit for the financial year ending 31st October - the Club’s ninth consecutive year of total...
Dec 5, 2022
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Gawler Aquatic Centre celebrates 60th Anniversary
In 2022, the Town of Gawler’s Gawler Aquatic Centre, located at Victoria Terrace in the South Australian town is celebrating 60 years of being in operation. The Centre is a...
Dec 4, 2022
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Coffs Harbour new Wiigulga Sports Complex opens
Coffs Harbour City Council has advised that the new Wiigulga Sports Complex in Woolgoolga has opened. The opening was marked with a Community Day of sport and performance to...
Dec 4, 2022
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Fremantle Leisure Centre offers free entry to celebrate reopening of its indoor pools
The indoor pools at the Fremantle Leisure Centre are on track to reopen before Christmas and the public are being offered free casual entry to the pools on 23rd-24th December to...
Dec 4, 2022
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Georges River Council recognises Carss Park as preferred option for local aquatic facility
Georges River Council has resolved to recognise Carss Park as the preferred option for a local aquatic facility at its meeting in late November. This decision follows detailed...
Dec 4, 2022
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Art Gallery of NSW opens its $344 million Sydney Modern Project
Today, the Art Gallery of NSW opened its highly anticipated $344 million Sydney Modern Project, described as Sydney’s "most significant cultural development" since the Opera...
Dec 3, 2022
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