News: Venues
AFL looks to increase match attendances to beyond 10 million fans a year
AFL Chief Executive Andrew Dillon has this week unveiled plans to push attendances at AFL and AFLW games and events over the next three years beyond the 10 million fan barrier...
Feb 20, 2025
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Foundry Theatre opens at Sydney Lyric
An unused space behind the Sydney Lyric has transformed as a new theatre space with room for 630 standing patrons or 360 in seats. Making use of the Sydney Lyric’s dock - where...
Feb 19, 2025
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Bendigo Stadiums takes on management of Swan Hill Stadium
Following a formal tender process for the lease contract, Swan Hill Rural City Council has announced the appointment of Bendigo Stadiums as the new facility manager for its Swan...
Feb 19, 2025
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Lifeguards to occupy H2O Xtream Aquatic centre following blessing
New Zealand’s Upper Hutt City Council's H₂O Xtream Aquatic Centre has celebrated a blessing (Karakia Waerea) - marking the beginning of its new journey. Staff, including...
Feb 18, 2025
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Bayside City Council closes Sandringham Family Leisure Centre pool to undertake repairs
Victoria’s Bayside City Council has advised that the pool at its Sandringham Family Leisure Centre located in Melbourne’s south, will be closed for 18 weeks from 7th April for...
Feb 18, 2025
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Tender opens for Bombala Showground sporting infrastructure upgrades
Snowy Monaro Regional Council is investing in upgrading Bombala Showground’s sporting infrastructure and has opened the tender process for Stage 1 of the upgrade, inviting...
Feb 18, 2025
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New video screen unveiled at Sydney's Drummoyne Oval
In a bid to further solidify the venue as a premier destination for local and elite sport, the City of Canada Bay Council has installed a state-of-the-art video replay screen at...
Feb 18, 2025
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Queensland Government to reveal Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games Delivery Plan on 25th March
The Queensland Government has advised that it will release the Delivery Plan for the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics - that is expected to include an announcement on the main...
Feb 18, 2025
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ICC Sydney welcomes UTS graduate to new Event Management Graduate Program
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has selected Bachelor of Management (Events) graduate Emily Howe to join its ranks as part of a new Event Management Graduate...
Feb 17, 2025
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Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre to host 2025 Australian Short Course Championships
Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) is to host another premier swimming event with the 2025 Australian Short Course Championships confirmed for 1st to 3rd October. MSAC...
Feb 17, 2025
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Diverse event offerings help Eden Park in delivering strong financial performance
Releasing its 2024 Annual Report Auckland’s Eden Park has advised of having achieved a net operating profit of $3.7 million in the 12 months to 31st October 2024 - exceeding...
Feb 16, 2025
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My NRMA Rewards reveals new TEG partnership
My NRMA Rewards, one of Australia’s largest membership and rewards programs, has announced a joint partnership with live entertainment and ticketing leader TEG that will give...
Feb 16, 2025
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Felton Industries announces new comfort grandstand range
Felton Industries, Australia’s leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of premium Australian-made aluminium outdoor furniture, has unveiled its new comfort grandstand range....
Feb 16, 2025
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Experienced financier appointed to Australian National Maritime Museum Council
The Australian Government has appointed Nataliya Dikovskaya to the Australian National Maritime Museum Council for a three year term. Dikovskaya holds a Masters of Applied...
Feb 16, 2025
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Sunshine Coast Council’s Cérge partnership looks to increase access to entertainment and sporting venues
Sunshine Coast Council is moving to give residents and visitors improved access to a range of entertainment, sporting and art venues thanks to new partnership with a local...
Feb 14, 2025
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Adam Gilchrist Pavilion unveiled at Lismore Regional Sporting Hub
Lismore City Council has advised of the unveiling of the Adam Gilchrist Pavilion at the Lismore Regional Sporting Hub. Named in honour of one of Australia's greatest cricketers,...
Feb 14, 2025
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Walker Corporation reveals plan for 7000-seat arena on the Sunshine Coast
Developer the Walker Corporation has unveiled a billion-dollar proposal for a 7000-seat arena, athlete village and five-star hotel on the Sunshine Coast. Submitted to the...
Feb 13, 2025
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New female facilities open for Orange football season at Sir Jack Brabham Park
Orange City Council has advised that football players at Sir Jack Brabham Park in the coming season will be the first to make use of the new purpose-built female changerooms,...
Feb 13, 2025
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New pavilion and netball courts open at Pearcedale Recreation Reserve
The City of Casey, located in the outer southeastern suburbs of Melbourne, has advised that the Pearcedale Recreation Reserve is now home to a new pavilion and netball courts,...
Feb 13, 2025
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Adelaide Venue Management looks to enhance event legacies through new community impact program
The operator of Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide Entertainment Centre and Coopers Stadium has unveiled its new Community Impact Program as it builds on its commitment to be...
Feb 12, 2025
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Gerringong Surf Life Saving Club to negotiate new lease for club house
Kiama Council and Gerringong Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) have advised that the new club house and kiosk are now complete. Gerringong SLSC received development consent in April...
Feb 12, 2025
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ABEA and AIPC partner to deliver inaugural leadership training program for convention centres
The International Association of Convention Centres (AIPC) and Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) have partnered to deliver a tailor-made leadership training program...
Feb 12, 2025
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Te Pae Christchurch spotlights its sustainability leadership
Strong demand for events along with industry-leading sustainability and standards contributing to a major economic, environmental and social impact for the region have delivered...
Feb 12, 2025
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Work on Napier Aquatic Centre $4 million refurbishment enters final phase
The $4 million maintenance and refurbishment on Napier Aquatic Centre, located on the eastern coast of the North Island of New Zealand, has entered its final phase with some...
Feb 12, 2025
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