News: Venues
New Zealand Government announces $120 million to support arts and culture recover from Omicron
The New Zealand Government has announced that an extra $120 million from its Covid Response and Recovery Fund will be used to support the arts and culture sectors. With...
Feb 6, 2022
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NSW Waratahs host official launch match at Cumberland Council’s Eric Tweedale Stadium
The Eric Tweedale Stadium in the Western Sydney suburb of Merrylands has staged its launch event with a healthy crowd turning up to watch the Waratahs take on West Harbour, the...
Feb 6, 2022
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Queensland Museum secures ‘Disney: The Magic of Animation’ as their 2022 blockbuster
The Queensland Museum has secured Disney: The Magic of Animation opening 24th June and offering visitors the opportunity to experience a creative journey through Disney’s...
Feb 5, 2022
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Unilumin LED lighting enhances visual aesthetics of Beijing Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony
The Opening Ceremony for the Beijing Winter Olympics held on 4th February 2022, was enhanced visually by the ultra-high definition (UHD) display on the stage of the National...
Feb 5, 2022
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Australian cricketers launch initiative to get solar panels on clubhouse roofs
Australia’s leading cricketers, including Australian men’s captain Pat Cummins and women's vice-captain Rachael Haynes, have launched an initiative to have solar panels...
Feb 4, 2022
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Gold Industry Group renews sponsorship deal with Netball WA
The Gold Industry Group, the industry association for Australia’s gold mining industry, has renewed its sponsorship of Netball WA, its charity arm Glass Jar Australia and its...
Feb 4, 2022
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23rd Biennale of Sydney sees artists and collectives from 33 countries focus on water, ecology and climate
The 23rd Biennale of Sydney - opening free to the public from 12th March to 13th June 2022 - has today announced it will present over 330 artworks by 89 participants in a series...
Feb 3, 2022
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Waratahs to play Super Rugby Pacific home fixtures at Sydney’s Leichhardt Oval home after Manly refusal
The NSW Waratahs will play the bulk of their home games in the upcoming Super Rugby Pacific tournament as Sydney’s Leichhardt Oval after their use of Manly’s 4 Pines Park was...
Feb 3, 2022
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New SportNXT conference announces speakers for April event
Postponed from 2021, the organisers of Melbourne’s inaugural SportNXT conference have announced international speakers including Formula1 Chief Executive Stefano Domenicali, NBA...
Feb 3, 2022
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INTIX expands with digital ticketing offering for Emirates Dubai Sevens
Victorian digital ticketing provider INTIX has announced a significant international contract that saw it work with UAE Digital Wallet Company Back 9 Solutions, to provide over...
Feb 3, 2022
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New mentorship opportunity for women and gender non-binary youth to explore careers in live music
Australian youth music organisation The Push is partnering with Crowded House and Live Nation to create a mentorship experience for youth interested in careers in live...
Feb 3, 2022
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COVID-19 forces Super Rugby Pacific teams to relocate to Queenstown hub
Amid further COVID outbreaks, New Zealand Rugby has confirmed that the six domestic-based teams will move to Queenstown, with games set to be played at Wakatipu Rugby Club and...
Feb 3, 2022
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Work commences on Stonnington’s $40 million sporting precinct
Work is underway on the $40 million precinct for local and community sport at Percy Treyvaud Memorial Park in Malvern East marking the City of Stonnington’s biggest ever...
Feb 2, 2022
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Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival announces full program of events for 2022
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival returns this month from 18th February – 6th March with an impressive program of events, performances, exhibitions and community...
Feb 2, 2022
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Australian Open 2022 scores with sponsorship and broadcast success
Tennis Australia has revealed that the 2022 Australian Open has generated its highest ever broadcast audience and one of its strongest ever commercial results. Ash Barty’s win...
Feb 2, 2022
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Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia names new Chief Executive
The Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia has announced that Robyn Sermon has been appointed as its new Chief Executive. Revealing the appointment, Royal Agricultural...
Feb 2, 2022
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Stage 1 redevelopment work now complete at SA Athletics Stadium
Stage 1 works on the ongoing plan to upgrade the SA Athletics Stadium in the Adelaide suburb of Mile End are now complete with the addition of a new $370,000 LED video screen...
Feb 2, 2022
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Kingpin launches social entertainment centre in Queenstown
Kingpin will be opening the doors of its first international social entertainment centre in Queenstown, New Zealand on 10th February, with the 3000 square metre, two level...
Feb 1, 2022
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NSW Government announces $85 million funding to support performing arts and live music
Aiming to provide artists and performers with increased confidence to schedule live events, the NSW Government has today announced an $85 million funding package to support...
Feb 1, 2022
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ICC Sydney launches new Professional Growth Traineeship Program
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has launched its Professional Growth Traineeship Program - a paid traineeship program spanning culinary, audio visual, event...
Jan 31, 2022
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IOC aims for 30% venue capacity at Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic venues
International Olympic Committee (IOC) Olympic Games Executive Director, Christophe Dubi has suggested that a scheme is set to be introduced that will allow spectators to attend...
Jan 31, 2022
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Eden Park annual report reflects on year of ‘extreme highs and lows’
The newly released Eden Park annual report has advised of a “year of two halves” for New Zealand’s largest stadium, with sporting successes, community involvement and the...
Jan 31, 2022
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Quayclean wins new customers in the private education sector
Quayclean Australia has significantly increased its presence in the Australian education sector for the commencement of 2022 after reaching agreements with seven major private...
Jan 31, 2022
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Adelaide Crows lose out on bid to redevelop former gasworks site for new headquarters
The AFL’s Adelaide Crows bid build a new headquarters as part of the redevelopment of the old Brompton Gasworks site in the city's inner-west has been thwarted. The Crows plans...
Jan 31, 2022
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