News: Venues
Music organisations welcome re-elected Federal Government’s continued support for the sector
As part of the Vote Music 2025 platform, 20 music organisations, have welcomed the Federal election results and look forward to the re-elected Government’s continued support for...
May 4, 2025
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Reduced venue hire fee aims to incentivise addition of Australian talent to international musical touring acts
The NSW Government is incentivising some of the biggest international musical touring acts to add an Australian support act to their bill when they perform at NSW’s largest...
May 4, 2025
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Inner west Sydney venue Lazybones secures national music award
Marrickville’s Lazybones Lounge Restaurant & Bar located in Sydney’s inner west secured the Licensee of the Year Award at the 2025 APRA Music Awards held in Melbourne last week....
May 4, 2025
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Lighting project completed for Greater Shepparton’s Tatura Park Western Oval
Greater Shepparton City Council has advised that the Tatura Park Western Oval Lighting Project is now complete and expects the significant investment to boost participation,...
May 4, 2025
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Christchurch’s Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre edges towards completion
Christchurch’s long-awaited Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre is moving towards completion, with construction teams pushing to complete its final stages. Understood to be...
May 3, 2025
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Tweed Shire assesses need for new regional indoor sports and aquatic facilities
Tweed Shire Council is undertaking a study to assess the need for a new regional indoor sports facility. This is in line with its 10-year Sport and Active Recreation Strategy....
May 3, 2025
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Parramatta Aquatic Centre secures top award at The Aquas
Parramatta Aquatic Centre has secured the award for 'Aquatic Facility of the Year' at this year’s Royal Life Saving Awards Gala - The Aquas – held in Sydney on 1st May. The...
May 2, 2025
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WA Museum Boola Bardip to host renowned Terracotta Warriors in Australian exclusive
WA Museum Boola Bardip has secured an Australian exclusive in hosting ‘Terracotta Warriors: Legacy of the First Emperor’ from 28th June 2025 until 22nd February 2026 This...
May 2, 2025
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Idea Live entertainment venue opens in Malaysia
Aiming to transform Malaysia’s entertainment and live performances landscape the new Idea Live Arena has opened in the city of Petaling Jaya, a metropolitan community to the...
May 2, 2025
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USA-based sport investor agrees to acquire majority stake in A-League’s Western United
KAM Melbourne, a subsidiary of USA-based KAM Sports, has today announced its agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Western United Football Club and its parent company...
May 1, 2025
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Adelaide Convention Centre to host Australian Tourism Exchange in 2026
Adelaide has secured the hosting of Australia’s largest and most prestigious tourism conference, the Australian Tourism Exchange in May 2026. The annual conference, which is...
May 1, 2025
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Eventfinda collaborates with Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts to enhance event experiences
New Zealand’s largest independent ticketing provider, Eventfinda, has partnered with the Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts - the University of Waikato’s world-class Hamilton...
May 1, 2025
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Queensland Government's new bill allows disregard of planning laws for 2032 Olympic venues
The Queensland Government has today introduced a bill to parliament giving the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA) power to overrule 15 planning...
Apr 30, 2025
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Draft program and further speakers announced for AFIC 2025
Organisers of the Australian Festival Industry Conference (AFIC) have unveiled its draft 2025 program and announced nine more speakers for its September event. Due to be held at...
Apr 30, 2025
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Auckland Council to undertake public consultation on future use of Western Springs Stadium
Auckland Council is to consult the public on plans for the future of the Western Springs Stadium, which include a proposal for a multi-purpose precinct centred on a 12,500-seat...
Apr 30, 2025
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ICC Sydney promotes Marc Singerling to role of Director of Event Delivery
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has promoted Marc Singerling to the role of Director of Event Delivery. Singerling commenced in his...
Apr 30, 2025
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Campbelltown Athletics Centre reopens following Polytan track upgrades
Resurfacing works to the Campbelltown Athletics Centre’s track undertaken by Polytan Australia will benefit tens of thousands of athletes. The venue has been closed since early...
Apr 30, 2025
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PMY Group named Official Technology Partner for Grand Slam Track
International venue, events and infrastructure technology solutions business, the PMY Group, has been named the Official Technology Partner for Grand Slam Track™, the global...
Apr 30, 2025
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Bankwest renews Perth’s RAC Arena partnership with new benefits for patrons
Perth’s RAC Arena and Bankwest have announced a renewal of their partnership, ensuring customers’ a continued enhanced fan experience at the ASM Global managed venue. Bankwest...
Apr 30, 2025
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Cairns’ Barlow Park seating repurposed for local sporting groups
Five sporting groups in Cairns will benefit from the repurposing of seating from the temporary grandstand at Barlow Park, which is being redeveloped in preparation for the...
Apr 30, 2025
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New Taipei City Art Museum opens and commits to becoming all inclusive
The New Taipei City Art Museum (NTCAM) opened on 25th April with a commitment to becoming a 'Museum for All', offering diverse exhibitions across five floors and a vast outdoor...
Apr 30, 2025
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Green Music Australia report reveals impact of extreme weather on live music attendance and ticket sales
Green Music Australia and RMIT University have today released a new report looking into how the consequences of climate change and extreme weather are already impacting...
Apr 30, 2025
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ARIA and PPCA appoint Nick Esmore to newly created role of Finance Director
The Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) and the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) have appointed Nick Esmore to the newly created role of Finance...
Apr 30, 2025
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EOI opens for advisory committee to oversee integration of museums into Borough of Queenscliffe’s Strategic Framework
The Borough of Queenscliffe Council has acknowledged the significant contribution of the Borough’s museums to its heritage, arts, culture, community and economic development. At...
Apr 30, 2025
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