News: Venues
Newcastle’s Cooks Hill Surf Life Saving Club at risk from coastal hazards
Several storm events this year has resulted in significant damage and loss of sand to Newcastle's southern beaches especially the stretch of coastline between Nobbys Beach and...
Oct 15, 2022
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Stratford Aquatic Centre gets official opening
Stratford District Council, situated in New Zealand’s North Island, has officially opened its Wai o Rua - Stratford Aquatic Centre. The facility is more than twice the capacity...
Oct 14, 2022
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International Cricket Council announces Aramco sponsorship and fan experience plans for T20 World Cup
With the 2022 Men’s T20 World Cup set to commence at Geelong’s Kardinia Park on Sunday, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed the digital experiences that fans...
Oct 13, 2022
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Inner West Council invests almost $1 million to upgrade Leichhardt Oval amenities and sport field
Sydney’s Inner West Council is investing $960,000 in Leichhardt Oval - delivering upgrades to the playing field surface and male and female amenities from October 2022. As part...
Oct 13, 2022
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TodayTix launches in Brisbane to increase access to shows and experiences
TodayTix, the digital gateway to arts and cultural experiences, has launched in Brisbane, providing affordable access to tickets to some of the country’s most in-demand shows....
Oct 13, 2022
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Local sports communities to benefit from City of Casey's new sports pavilion
Works have commenced on the City of Casey’s new and improved sports pavilion at Robert Booth Reserve in Hampton Park with the $5.4 million project, seeing cricket, football and...
Oct 13, 2022
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Ballarat’s infrastructure to receive significant investment ahead of Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games
Mars Stadium along with the proposed athletics facility and village are among the infrastructure projects which will share in up to $200 million funding delivered from the...
Oct 13, 2022
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Queue-it announces new Chief Executive and ongoing global growth
Ticket onsales technology company Queue-it has announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive, Jesper Essendrop, who will succeed company co-founder Niels Henrik Sodemann as...
Oct 13, 2022
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WTTC partners with Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to build net positive hospitality industry
The World Travel and Tourism Council have announced a partnership with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, committing both organisations to closer collaborative working,...
Oct 13, 2022
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Quayclean teams on hand for T20 World Cup, concerts and racing carnivals
Months of detailed planning will unfold when Quayclean Australia’s teams implement cleaning, waste management, hygiene, and presentation services for capacity crowds attending...
Oct 12, 2022
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New Zealand Government funding helps to progress redevelopment of Canterbury Museum
A one-off New Zealand Government grant of $25 million has been announced to support Canterbury Museum progress with its planned redevelopment. The Canterbury Museum Trust Board...
Oct 12, 2022
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Bangladesh Cricket Board engages Populous to design new 50,000-capacity stadium
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced that global architecture firm Populous will serve as the international consultant for the Sheikh Hasina Cricket Stadium, a planned new...
Oct 12, 2022
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Walsh Bay Arts Precinct to host behind-the-scenes architectural tours for Sydney Open 2022
Award-winning architecture firms Tonkin Zulaikha Greer and Hassell will guide behind-the-scenes architectural tours of Walsh Bay Arts Precinct as part of this year’s program for...
Oct 12, 2022
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New Chief Executive named for Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust has today announced the appointment of Natalie O’Brien as Chief Executive of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)....
Oct 12, 2022
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Major upgrade planned for Ballarat's Mars Stadium ahead of Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games
The Victorian Government is allocating up to $150 million to upgrade Mars Stadium, located in the regional city of Ballarat, in preparation for the Victoria 2026 Commonwealth...
Oct 11, 2022
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Fish N Flips Swim School in Townsville experiences growing popularity
Since its opening on 4th July 2022, more than 450 children have signed up for swimming lessons at City Venue Management’s new Fish N Flips Swim School located in Townsville’s...
Oct 11, 2022
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Baldivis Sports Complex celebrates hosting its first sporting event
The City of Rockingham’s new Baldivis Sports Complex celebrated a major milestone on 8th October 2022 as it hosted its first ever cricket match. The game between the White...
Oct 11, 2022
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New business guide helps hospitality sector with hosting low cost music for first time
Developed by sister organisation of OneMusic, the Live Music Office have just released a new guide – Small Business Guide to Live Music Presentation - to help retailers and the...
Oct 11, 2022
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ICC Sydney shares factors contributing to its 99% satisfaction rating
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has today shared that its attainment of 99% client and 99% delegate satisfaction ratings are a result...
Oct 11, 2022
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Works underway on Fitzroy Gasworks Sports Centre
Works are now underway on a much-needed multi-purpose sports facility in Fitzroy, located in Melbourne’s inner-north. The innovative sports centre is being constructed by Built...
Oct 11, 2022
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Georges River Council seeks new naming rights sponsor for Jubilee Stadium
Georges River Council, situated south of Sydney CBD, is seeking proposals for the naming rights sponsorship of Jubilee Stadium in Kogarah and is offering this sponsorship for a...
Oct 11, 2022
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Four new members appointed to Zoological Parks Authority Board
Four new appointees have been announced for the Zoological Parks Authority Board to oversee implementation of Perth Zoo’s 20-year Master Plan. Tully Carmady has been appointed...
Oct 10, 2022
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Shooting added to array of sports secured by Gippsland for Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games
The Victorian Government has announced that Gippsland has secured the Shooting and Para Shooting events for the 2026 Commonwealth Games adding to the region’s existing...
Oct 10, 2022
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Brisbane 2032 Board meeting announces February forum to shape Olympic and Paralympic Games Legacy Plan
Sports stars and administrators will be joined by around 500 of Australia's community, school and business leaders in February at the Brisbane 2032 Legacy Forum tasked with...
Oct 10, 2022
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