News: Venues
Business Events Industry Aotearoa virtual summit offers optimism for industry recovery
Speaking at the Future of Business Events Virtual Summit (live-streamed from a media studio at Auckland’s Aotea Centre on 9th December) industry leaders highlighted that the...
Dec 11, 2021
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Outgoing Sydney Symphony Orchestra Chief Executive alleges NSW Government ‘hit job’
Outgoing Sydney Symphony Orchestra Chief Executive Emma Dunch has claimed she was subject to a “politically architected ‘hit job’ of the highest order” by the NSW Government as...
Dec 10, 2021
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NSW Government confirms backing for new rectangular stadium in Penrith
The NSW Government has confirmed that the BlueBet Stadium in outer western metropolitan Sydney, home of the NRL’s Penrith Panthers, will be redeveloped into a new venue with a...
Dec 9, 2021
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AFL reveals 10-year vision to develop women's game
The AFL has released an ambitious plan for the women's game aiming to make 50% of coaches in the AFLW system female and to have the most engaged audience across any women's...
Dec 9, 2021
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ICC Sydney celebrates five years of operation
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) is this week celebrating five years of operation, having contributed to $2.53 billion of visitor expenditure and a host of...
Dec 9, 2021
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Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena unveils its events diversification strategy
In light of an ever-changing live events market, Dubai’s Coca-Cola arena has revealed details on its diversification strategy - adapted to ensure the venue is seen as more than...
Dec 8, 2021
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Five-screen Reading Cinema to be included in Busselton Shopping Centre development
Australian Unity, owner of Busselton Shopping Centre in Western Australia, has commenced the largest and final stage of its $45 million redevelopment, which will add a range of...
Dec 8, 2021
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Melbourne Cricket Club Museum re-opens following renovation
The story of the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) and its relationship to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has been reimagined through an exciting new redevelopment of the MCC...
Dec 8, 2021
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New facility for The Hangar at Tullamarine will support elite and aspiring para-athletes
A new community, education and events centre at The Hangar at Tullamarine, features accessible training and accommodation facilities for para-athletes, a theatre and meeting...
Dec 6, 2021
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Open day to display near completed Stage 1 redevelopment of the Goulburn Aquatic and Leisure Centre
Goulburn Mulwaree Council will be holding an open day to day allow the community to walk through the near complete Stage 1 Redevelopment of the Goulburn Aquatic and Leisure...
Dec 6, 2021
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Puffing Billy Railway resumes daily services for first time since pre-COVID
Following months of COVID lockdowns for many attractions and tourist destinations in Victoria, one of the State’s most popular tourist attractions - Puffing Billy Railway – has...
Dec 6, 2021
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Saudi Arabia partners with France to host Villa Hegra at AlUla as hub for tourism training and cultural exchange
Saudi Arabia has partnered with France to introduce the 'French villa' model of Villa Hegra at AlUla - a region of outstanding natural and cultural significance in north-west...
Dec 6, 2021
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Venue Management Association announces dates for 2022 Asia Pacific Venue Industry Congress
The Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced to members and the industry the dates for the 2022 Congress to be held in Sydney - which will run Monday 30th May to...
Dec 6, 2021
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Cricket Australia confirms Perth will not host Ashes series finale
Cricket Australia has this afternoon confirmed that the fifth Ashes Test of the upcoming summer will not be played in Perth, with the Western Australian Government’s...
Dec 6, 2021
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Dates confirmed for 2022 Southeast Asian Games
The Vietnam Olympic Committee has advised that the 31st Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Hanoi will take place from 12th to 23rd May 2022 next year. Rescheduled from this year,...
Dec 6, 2021
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My Vaccine Pass required to enter Queenstown facilities and venues
Queenstown Lakes District Council has advised that people aged 12 and older visiting most of their staffed services, facilities and venues will need to show proof of full...
Dec 6, 2021
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Formula 1 makes dramatic Saudi Arabian debut
The first ever Saudi Arabian F1 Grand Prix has seen world champion driver Lewis Hamilton beat championship rival Max Verstappen in a thrilling race overnight. Held in the city...
Dec 5, 2021
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PwC Chief Executive backs proposed Darwin stadium in support of Northern Territory AFL team
The proposal for a new $300 million Darwin city stadium to support the Northern Territory’s bid to enter the AFL has been backed by Tom Seymour, Chief Executive of consultants...
Dec 3, 2021
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New $24.8 million Puffing Billy Visitor Centre officially opens
One of Victoria’s most popular tourist attractions - Puffing Billy Railway – has had its new $24.8 million Visitor Centre officially opened today. The Lakeside Visitor Centre...
Dec 3, 2021
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Tenth edition of Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art opens at QAGOMA
The internationally acclaimed art exhibition - Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art - has opened at the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) and is...
Dec 3, 2021
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Preliminary design images released for new Canterbury Arena
Four preliminary design images for the Canterbury Multi-Use Arena have been released today giving a glimpse into what the central Christchurch venue will look like when...
Dec 3, 2021
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COVID-19 restrictions and player quarantine for Australian Open see Tennis Australia record $100 million loss
Tennis Australia sustained a net loss of more than $100 million in the 15 months around this year's delayed - and COVID-19-affected - Australian Open, the body's 2020/21 annual...
Dec 3, 2021
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Barcats collaborates with multi-national company to boost Australian hospitality industry training
The demand for training hospitality workers has led Barcats - one of Australia’s leading hospitality platforms - to join forces with multi-national beverage company Diageo to...
Dec 2, 2021
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New legislation establishes Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee
The Queensland Government has passed legislation to establish an organising committee for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Passed in the state Parliament...
Dec 2, 2021
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