News: Venues
Stage two upgrades completed for Sunshine Coast’s Kawana Aquatic Centre
Stage two of a multimillion-dollar major upgrade is now complete for Kawana Aquatic Centre - one of the Sunshine Coast’s busiest aquatic centres with stage two upgrades...
Aug 12, 2025
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Sustainability and carbon footprint of live music venues in NSW recognised by Green Music Australia
Live music venues across NSW could save over $1.53 million annually and reduce emissions by more than 70,000 tonnes – the equivalent of taking over 16,000 cars off our roads -...
Aug 12, 2025
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GWS Giants open new aquatic facility designed by Populous
Greater Western Sydney AFL club, the Giants, have opened their new aquatic facility - designed by global architectural firm Populous - at the club’s high-performance training...
Aug 12, 2025
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Lakeside Sports Complex secures lighting upgrade via Play Our Way funding
Port Stephens Council has advised that a vital lighting upgrade from a $766,000 investment was secured through the Play Our Way program and demonstrates a strong commitment to...
Aug 12, 2025
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Sphere Entertainment concludes agreement for Abu Dhabi venue and looks for smaller-scale arenas
An agreement between Sphere Entertainment and Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) will see the second Sphere venue developed in the capital of the United Arab...
Aug 12, 2025
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Three-year partnership announced between MG Motor and Qudos Bank Arena
A three-year partnership has been announced between renowned MG Motor brand and premier entertainment venue, Qudos Bank Arena. With Qudos Bank Arena regularly welcoming over one...
Aug 12, 2025
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Tasmania Government looks to phase out greyhound racing
The Tasmanian Government is to end its funding for greyhound racing across the state, effectively leading to a winding up of the heavily subsidised industry. The timing...
Aug 11, 2025
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Registrations open for aquatic and recreation industry webinar on exploring diversity, equity and inclusion
Registrations are now open for the virtual launch event for important research to strengthen communities through inclusive aquatic and recreation facilities. The webinar will be...
Aug 11, 2025
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No disruption to Ekka by Brisbane showground upgrades ahead of 2032 Games
The Queensland Government has today announced that upgrades to the Brisbane Showgrounds commencing next week will not disrupt the Ekka until 2032. The works at the showgrounds...
Aug 10, 2025
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Darwin Entertainment Centre takes on AANT branding
Darwin Entertainment Centre has been renamed AANT Centre following a 10-year naming right deal with the Automobile Association of the Northern Territory. Originally named the...
Aug 10, 2025
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Christchurch's new One NZ Stadium to open with hosting of 2026 rugby Super Round
Christchurch's new One NZ Stadium has been announced as the host of Super Rugby Pacific’s returning Super Round in April next year - marking the first time the fixtures have...
Aug 10, 2025
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Lismore City names sports precinct grandstand after Craig Foster
Lismore City Council has named the third and final grandstand at Oakes Oval in honour of “one of the city's most respected sporting sons” Craig Foster. A former Socceroo and...
Aug 10, 2025
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Felton Industries opens third grant program offering prize pool of $40,000
Felton Industries, Australia’s leading designer, manufacturer, and supplier of Australian-made premium aluminium outdoor furniture has opened its 2025 Felton Grant program with...
Aug 10, 2025
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Adelaide Oval turf team to maintain playing surfaces at local grounds and schools
The team behind Adelaide Oval’s playing surface has revealed a new partnership that will see it prepare and maintain grounds on the city's Fitzroy Terrace as well as...
Aug 10, 2025
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Grants open to support South Australian community AFL clubs upgrade infrastructure and facilities
South Australian community AFL clubs can now apply for grants of up to $300,000 to help upgrade their infrastructure and facilities, with over $3 million available in the latest...
Aug 8, 2025
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Renowned Darwin events showcase Indigenous art and music
This week, two of Australia’s most celebrated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts and music events are being held in Darwin - the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair (DAAF) and...
Aug 8, 2025
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New financing sees return of Mount Isa Rodeo
The Mount Isa Rodeo has returned this weekend, boosted by funding from the Queensland Government under a new partnership with the Mount Isa City Council. Placed into voluntary...
Aug 8, 2025
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New Tasmanian Government ministry announced
Forming a new minority government, Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has presented his new Cabinet, in which Nick Duigan will remain as Minister for Energy and Renewables,...
Aug 8, 2025
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Royal Life Saving Australia and CERM PI partner and encourage aquatic facilities to participate in 2025 survey
Royal Life Saving Australia and CERM Performance Indicators research team at the University of South Australia have formalised a national partnership to strengthen benchmarking...
Aug 7, 2025
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Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park unveils new outdoor sport courts and innovative play area
Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP), Hong Kong's largest integrated sport and entertainment hub is is committed to fostering an inclusive community and has unveiled its new outdoor zone...
Aug 7, 2025
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Vivenu ticketing platform partners with STWS
vivenu has partnered with STWS (Sports Tech World Series) to offer Australian event organisers a modern, flexible, and easy-to-use ticketing platform. vivenu is one of the most...
Aug 7, 2025
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2025 Ekka offers discounted tickets and cheap train travel
Counting down to the opening of the Ekka on Saturday, the Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland (RNA) has highlighted offers available to those...
Aug 7, 2025
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Second phase of 'The Dunes' development unveiled for Mount Maunganui Golf Club
Golf New Zealand has advised that Mount Maunganui Golf Club, located in the Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand's North Island, has officially opened the second phase of its...
Aug 6, 2025
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Wyndham City supports local sport with $3.75 million revitalisation boost
Wyndham City is investing $3.75 million in local sport and active recreation through its new Wyndham Active Revitalisation Program, to be delivered across the 2025/26 and...
Aug 6, 2025
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