News: Venues
Football and basketball clubs among those to benefit from South Australia's ‘Power of Her’ funding program
Football and basketball clubs are among the 50 South Australian clubs and organisations which will receive support to upgrade and develop sporting facilities, programs and...
Apr 23, 2025
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Live Nation acquires Japanese concert promoter Hayashi International
USA-based entertainment giant Live Nation has announced its acquisition of Hayashi International Promotions (HIP), one of Japan’s largest concert promoters. HIP, which promotes...
Apr 23, 2025
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Weekend fixtures see NRL break crowd records and AFL pass two 2 million season attendees
Round 7 of the 2025 NRL season has seen the code reach a new attendance record of 218,833 at an average of 27,354 per match (71.12% of capacity). So far this season, 1.122...
Apr 22, 2025
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PMY acquires EVENT360 and grows its EMEA presence
International venue, events and infrastructure technology solutions business, the PMY Group, has acquired UK-based EVENT360, a premier producer of match-day entertainment,...
Apr 22, 2025
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EVANZ sponsors Venue of the Year as part of the NZEA Awards
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) has advised that it is to again sponsor the Venue of the Year category as part of the New Zealand Events Association...
Apr 22, 2025
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Fitness and entertainment additions at Changi Airport Terminal 2
Offering an escape to combat jet lag, resist fatigue and boost energy for transit passengers, a new Fit&Fun Zone is now operating within the transit area at Singapore’s Changi...
Apr 22, 2025
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Fitness
City of Melton opens $15 million Aintree Sports And Recreation Hub
Melton City Council has unveiled the new $15.3 million community sport and recreation precinct in Aintree with the new reserve expected to deliver a district level active open...
Apr 21, 2025
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Concepts revealed for upgrades at Sydney’s Leichhardt Oval
Design concepts for the redevelopment of Sydney’s Leichhardt Oval - one of the home venues for the NRL’s Wests Tigers - have been submitted to the NSW Government for approval....
Apr 21, 2025
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Steven Alderton appointed as new Mosman Art Gallery Director
Former Director and Chief Executive of the National Art School, Steven Alderton has been appointed as Mosman Art Gallery Director and Mosman Council's Manager of Cultural...
Apr 21, 2025
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Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress to consider smarter, more connected and more sustainable venues
As the premier gathering for venue industry professionals across Australasia and Asia, the Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress will deliver an unparalleled experience filled...
Apr 21, 2025
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Campaspe Shire Council calls for establishment of national program for aquatic infrastructure
Campaspe Shire Council has announced a $5 million contribution towards aquatic facilities to replace the flood-demolished Rochester District War Memorial Pool while also calling...
Apr 21, 2025
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Western Australian Government invests $290 million in Perth Film Studios
The Western Australian Government is investing $290 million to grow the State's screen industry with massive sound stages and workshops being erected at the Perth Film Studios...
Apr 21, 2025
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Byron Bay to become first NSW regional area to trial Special Entertainment Precinct
The New South Wales north coast town of Byron Bay will become the first regional area to establish a trial Special Entertainment Precinct to promote and preserve its nightlife....
Apr 20, 2025
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Development application approved for Launceston’s UTAS Stadium
The City of Launceston Council has approved a Development Application for the $130 million redevelopment of UTAS Stadium. The approved Development Application includes the...
Apr 17, 2025
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Work begins on $309 million Penrith Stadium redevelopment
The NSW Government has begun construction on the $309 million redevelopment of Penrith Stadium with the project led by John Holland Group. The State Government has worked with...
Apr 16, 2025
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Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena introduces new fan-first digital entertainment ecosystem
Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena has revealed that it is investing in digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) that will see it launch a suite of new features in order elevate...
Apr 16, 2025
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Community feedback sees Ulladulla Leisure Centre to remain open on Sundays
Shoalhaven City Council has advised that following a meeting on 15th April, Councillors - having taken into consideration a petition signed by more than 706 residents, the...
Apr 16, 2025
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Aquatics
Snowy Monaro Council commences work on Bombala Showground new sporting facilities
Snowy Monaro Council has advised that work has begun on new sporting facilities, pathways and seating at Bombala Showground as part of stage one in the long-awaited Bombala...
Apr 16, 2025
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Victorian Convention and Event Trust announces appointments for Accessibility Advisory Committee
Victorian Convention and Event Trust (VCET), operators of Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) and soon-to-open Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre,...
Apr 16, 2025
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Global Institute of Sport launches postgraduate sport degree at the SCG and Allianz Stadium
The Sydney Cricket Ground and the neighbouring Allianz Stadium will soon play host to university students working towards a future career in sport. The Global Institute of Sport...
Apr 16, 2025
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ICC Sydney flags its reputation as a premier destination for Technology Sector Events
With its purpose design to host future-focused events, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has spotlighted its reputation as a premier...
Apr 15, 2025
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Technology
Eastern Riverina Arts transforms underused space into creative powerhouse
Eastern Riverina Arts is transforming Wagga Wagga’s historic Ambulance Station into a hub for regional creativity with the official launch of The Station Creative Workspace...
Apr 15, 2025
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GL Events named major delivery partner for 2026 Asian Games and Para Asian Games
GL Events named major delivery partner for 2026 Asian Games and Para Asian Games Global supplier GL Events has been announced as the major delivery partner for the Aichi-Nagoya...
Apr 15, 2025
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Live Performance Australia calls for political parties to pay attention to live arts and entertainment industry
With Federal election day approaching, Live Performance Australia has called on candidates to talk about their plans for the nation’s live arts and entertainment industry, which...
Apr 14, 2025
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