News: Venues
City of Sydney approves $3 million for new precinct activation program
Street Festivals, hospitality activations and light installations are among the types of events the City of Sydney has approved to provide funding worth $3 million in cash and...
May 16, 2022
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New indoor cricket centre for Hornsby but not for Waverley
Hornsby Shire Council has advised that work has commenced on the new $3.5 million indoor cricket centre at Mark Taylor Oval, Waitara while Waverley Council has decided not to...
May 16, 2022
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Shire of Broome Council endorses new ambitious Sport and Recreation Plan
Aiming to give a major boost to local sporting infrastructure in upcoming years, the Shire of Broome Council has endorsed a new ambitious Sport and Recreation Plan 2021-2031....
May 16, 2022
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Redevelopment plans progress to next stage for Parramatta’s Riverside Theatres
After three decades of performances, events and screenings, Parramatta’s Riverside Theatres is preparing for its significant redesign and expansion. The Council owned and...
May 16, 2022
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Walsh Bay Arts Precinct revitalisation secures National Trust Heritage Award
The Walsh Bay Arts Precinct - a cultural precinct on Sydney Harbour foreshore presenting a diverse program of theatre, music and art – has won the 2022 National Trust Heritage...
May 16, 2022
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Covid-hit China relinquishes hosting rights for 2023 AFC Asian Cup
China will not host the AFC Asian Cup 2023 with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) announcing today that it had been notified by the Chinese Football Association (CFA) that...
May 15, 2022
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West HQ’s Sydney Coliseum Theatre to host debut international ballet gala
West HQ’s Sydney Coliseum Theatre will host the debut of the spectacular Sydney International Ballet Gala - World Stars of Ballet on 16th and 17th July with the architecturally...
May 15, 2022
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Goulburn Visitor Information Centre lights up for charitable causes
The Goulburn Visitor Information Centre is showing its support and helping to raise awareness for various charitable causes and events by lighting the facade of the building in...
May 15, 2022
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ICC Sydney’s Autumn calendar of events energises Sydney’s CBD
The Autumn calendar for the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has attracted large numbers of business event attendees into Sydney’s CBD and the Darling Harbour...
May 15, 2022
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Great Cobar Museum among the 16 winners announced for 2022 National Trust Heritage Awards
The 28th annual National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards ceremony, held yesterday at Sydney’s Doltone House spotlighted 16 winners across eight categories, with the Judges' Choice...
May 15, 2022
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Early works commence on Melbourne Arts Precinct transformation
The Victorian Government has awarded the early works contract for the Melbourne Arts Precinct transformation to Lendlease who have commenced laying essential groundwork ahead of...
May 14, 2022
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Protesting insurance crisis operators halt rides at regional shows across NSW and Queensland
Amusement ride operators at nine regional shows across NSW and Queensland have stopped operating their rides over a 15-minute period as part of an protest and the rising cost of...
May 14, 2022
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Argentina pull out of MCG ‘Superclasico’ fixture against Brazil
Next month’s planned Superclasico football match at the MCG has been cancelled with Argentina backing out of its contractual agreement to play rivals Brazil. The match had been...
May 13, 2022
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Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore named as hosts of consecutive SEA Games from 2025
Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore have been named as the hosts of the 2025, 2027 and 2029 editions of the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games. The SEA Games Federation Council revealed...
May 13, 2022
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Live Nation project aims to make Middle East concert tours more environment-friendly
In an effort to enhance sustainability standards in the Middle East, Live Nation has joined with Emirates Nature-WWF to announce a new initiative best practice initiative to...
May 13, 2022
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Goulburn Performing Arts Centre brings the stage to the screen
Goulburn Performing Arts Centre has teamed up with Southern Tablelands Arts to present Best of the Fest - a selection of filmed versions of highlights of the 2022 Sydney...
May 13, 2022
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VenuesWest seeking casual staff to work at its sport and entertainment venues
VenuesWest, owner and manager of 13 Western Australian sport and entertainment venues on behalf of the State Government, is currently seeking staff for employment opportunities...
May 13, 2022
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Football Australia implements its first licensing regulations for domestic clubs
Football Australia aims to strengthen the professional landscape of Australian football with the implementation of the Football Australia Club Licensing system for A-League Men...
May 13, 2022
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Artworks light up Adelaide Festival Theatre shells for community enjoyment
Adelaide Festival Centre’s Festival Theatre shells are currently being animated with new large scale projections by local South Australian artists, in a collaboration with the...
May 12, 2022
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First charity partnership announced for BASSINTHEGRASS
The Northern Territory’s biggest music festival, BASSINTHEGRASS, has partnered with one of the Territory’s most important charities - Dolly’s Dream - to raise awareness about...
May 12, 2022
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Golf Business Forum\PGA Expo announces partnership with SHANX Mini Golf
Australia’s golf business event - Golf Business Forum \ PGA Expo - has announced a principal partnership with SHANX Mini Golf, producers of some of Australia’s best mini golf...
May 12, 2022
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Fans treated to free FC Barcelona Fan Party and Open Training Session at Accor Stadium
Marking their historic first visit to Australia, and ahead of their match against A-Leagues All Stars, FC Barcelona are staging a free Official Fan Party and Open Training...
May 12, 2022
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Operator announced for new Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre
The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust has been named as the operator for the new Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCEC) that will open in 2026. The Trust...
May 12, 2022
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Christchurch City Council promises full public disclosure on escalating costs of new arena
With the $533 million budget under pressure for building Christchurch’s new multi-use arena - Te Kaha - Christchurch City Council has promised to release all information...
May 11, 2022
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