News: Venues
Lilydale Squash and Fitness Centre in Melbourne rebrands as Genesis Health and Fitness site
Much-loved community hub - Lilydale Squash and Fitness Centre in Melbourne - is to receive a $3million upgrade as it rebrands as a Genesis Health and Fitness site. The expansive...
May 11, 2022
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Industry bodies unite to release plan for next Federal Government to back live music
Key Australian music industry bodies including APRA AMCOS, ARIA, Live Performance Australia and Support Act have today released a three-point plan for the next Federal...
May 11, 2022
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Perth’s Rooftop Movies secured for another three years
A new partnership deal between the City of Perth and ARTRAGE sees Rooftop Movies secured in Northbridge for another three years during the summer season. ARTRAGE has hosted the...
May 11, 2022
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SAS Supplier Group spotlight the safety benefits of new Aluminium Innovation product
SAS Supplier Group, the makers of a pioneering new product - AI (Aluminium Innovation) - is warning that a range of Australian retailers and builders are still risking people’s...
May 11, 2022
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Timaru’s Southern Trust Events Centre to remain open despite being designated as earthquake prone
The earthquake prone status of Timaru District Council's Southern Trust Events Centre will be resolved as part of an upcoming redevelopment project, with operations to continue...
May 10, 2022
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NSW sporting clubs partner with PCYC to launch Sporting Partnership Industry program
Launched yesterday at Sydney's Accor Stadium, the Sporting Partnership Industry program involves state sporting clubs partnering with PCYC clubs across NSW to engage young...
May 10, 2022
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Yas Island announces comedian Kevin Hart as its first Chief Island Officer
Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island has announced that US actor and comedian Kevin Hart as its Chief Island Officer - a role that will see him promote the “world’s most entertaining island”....
May 10, 2022
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Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena confirmed as host for pre-season NBA games
Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena has been confirmed as the host of two pre-season NBA games between the Atlanta Hawks and Milwaukee Bucks in October. Marking the NBA’s first-ever...
May 10, 2022
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Broken Hill City Art Gallery to reopen following completion of structural refurbishments
The newly named and refurbished Broken Hill City Art Gallery is set to reopen on 27th May following $1.7 million worth of repairs and upgrades having been carried out over the...
May 10, 2022
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Singapore Police warn of resurgence of concert ticket scams
The return of live entertainment to Singapore’s has been accompanied by a return of ticketing scams for popular concert events. Singapore Police last week warned ticket buyers...
May 9, 2022
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Auckland stages colourful event to boost recovery of city centre
More than 50 light and art installations are colouring-up Auckland as the city centre stages ‘City of Colour’ from 6th to 22nd May to help the city recover from the COVID-19...
May 9, 2022
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Live Nation advises of soaring revenues over last quarter
Global entertainment Live Nation has advised of its best ever quarterly financial results with its live music and related operations generating US$1.8 billion in revenue....
May 8, 2022
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Victorian Government partners with CrewCare to deliver training for Live music industry
CrewCare is to receive a $190,000 grant from the Victorian Government to train and deliver more job-ready music crew, supporting the State’s renowned live music scene with...
May 8, 2022
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Names being considered for Parramatta’s new $88 million aquatic and leisure centre
Names are currently being considered for Parramatta’s new $88 million aquatic and leisure centre which is anticipated to be completed in early 2023. The new facility will...
May 8, 2022
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Construction commences on new $2.7 million National Throws Centre of Excellence at QSAC
Construction has commenced on the new $2.7 million National Throws Centre of Excellence at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC) for shot put, discus, javelin and...
May 8, 2022
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MyVenue POS technology records more than 254,000 at the 2022 Miami Open
Stadium and arena point of sale (POS) specialists, MyVenue have recorded more than 254,000 food and beverage transactions across all concession and premium outlets at the 2022...
May 7, 2022
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OCA announces postponement of Hangzhou’s Asian Games
The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has today advised that because of the worsening Coronavirus situation in parts of China that the 19th Asian Games, scheduled to be held in the...
May 6, 2022
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VMA reveals new Board Members
The Venue Management Association has announced the results of the 2022 Board Election having called for nominations to fill five vacant Active Board positions. The VMA is...
May 6, 2022
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Wellington's BATS Theatre seeks to change performing arts sector's relationship with alcohol
Welcoming non-alcoholic spirits brand AF Drinks as its new corporate partner, Wellington's BATS Theatre has announced that it is looking to change within the performing arts and...
May 6, 2022
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Historic Toll House in Sydney's Moore Park transformed into contemporary fitness and wellness facility
The historic Toll House situated within Sydney’s Moore Park Precinct has been transformed into an inclusive fitness and wellness facility aimed at boosting community use....
May 6, 2022
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Central Coast's Niagara Park Stadium offers new accessible sports program
Central Coast Council has partnered with the NSW Office of Sport and Sport Central Coast and local sport and active recreation providers to deliver a low-cost multi-sport...
May 5, 2022
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Cairns Council seeks funding to upgrade Barlow Park into a premium location for events
Cairns Council is moving ahead with its plans to develop a Major Events Precinct with Stage 1 requiring a significant upgrade of the Barlow Park lights to attract more...
May 5, 2022
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AIME releases insights on success of its 2022 show
Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) - the leading meetings and conventions event in the region – has released new insights on the success of the show, recently...
May 5, 2022
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Optus Stadium’s accessible rooftop experiences an Australian first
Following the opening of Optus Stadium's VERTIGO rooftop experience in March, the experience is now open to people of all abilities with new safety equipment and harnesses...
May 5, 2022
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