News: Venues
Foundation Theatres reveals plans for new 1550-seat venue at Sydney’s The Star
Coinciding with yesterday's announcement that it is to acquire the Lyric Theatre, The Star Sydney Event Centre and other additional spaces within The Star Sydney complex,...
Jan 30, 2025
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Seven host cities confirmed for 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup
World Rugby has today confirmed the host cities that will stage fixtures during Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027. Set to run from 1st October to 13th November 2027, seven cities -...
Jan 30, 2025
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AEG announces realignment of international business operations
Global sports and live entertainment business leader AEG has announced a realignment of its international business divisions with a new structure that aims to better position...
Jan 29, 2025
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Tomaree Sports Complex secures new funding
Tomaree Sports Complex , one of the largest sporting facilities in Port Stephens, in the Hunter Region of New South Wales has secured a $2.9 million funding injection from the...
Jan 29, 2025
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Sydney Showground unveils partnership with distiller Archie Rose
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) and Sydney Showground are elevating their food and beverage experience with the announcement of a new partnership with award-winning...
Jan 29, 2025
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Star casino to sell Sydney theatre and event venues to Foundation Theatres
Cash-strapped casino operator Star Entertainment has announced that is to sell its Sydney theatre and event venues to Foundation Theatres for a sum of $60 million. Foundation...
Jan 28, 2025
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Ticketmaster Australia renews Roundhouse Entertainment partnership
Ticketmaster Australia has announced the extension of its long-standing partnership with Roundhouse Entertainment, a subsidiary of the Mushroom Group. Melbourne-based Roundhouse...
Jan 28, 2025
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Billie Jean King Cup finals to be hosted in Shenzhen
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) has announced that, following a record-breaking 2024 event, the finals of the Billie Jean King Cup will be hosted in the Chinese city...
Jan 28, 2025
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2027 Rugby World Cup set to kick off in Perth
With World Rugby set to announce the host cities for the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup tomorrow, reports indicate that Perth’s Optus Stadium will host the opening match of the...
Jan 28, 2025
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Community input sought on Upper Hutt Bowling Club proposal
Upper Hutt Council is inviting the community to provide feedback on a proposal for Upper Hutt Bowling Club to take on a long-term lease of vacant land at Maidstone Terrace (1-21...
Jan 28, 2025
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AXS unveils new biometric authentication system
Aimed at delivering enhanced security and seamless access, AXS has launched a new biometric authentication feature for its mobile app. Described as a “ticketing industry first”,...
Jan 28, 2025
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Ticketbooth and Audience Republic partner to introduce new CRM and marketing tools
Ticketbooth, a product of Leap Event Technology, has extended its partnership with all-in-one event marketing platform, Audience Republic to provide clients with access to a...
Jan 27, 2025
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ICC Sydney’s sustainable 2025 Menu Collection looks to connect people through food
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has released its 2025 Menu Collection, building on its sustainably designed food and beverage...
Jan 27, 2025
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Australian Open achieves largest ever attendance
The 2025 Australian Open will go down as the biggest ever, drawing a record crowd of more than 1.2 million fans. Surpassing the previous attendance record set just last year,...
Jan 26, 2025
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New beginning for The Genesian Theatre
A new chapter has begun for The Genesian Theatre with the recent opening of their first production at their newly built theatre in the Sydney suburb of Rozelle. For a company...
Jan 26, 2025
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Ballarat Art Gallery temporarily closes for extensive interior upgrades
Looking to display more works from its permanent collection and secure international exhibitions, the Art Gallery of Ballarat will close in March to prepare for extensive...
Jan 25, 2025
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Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre secures award for Best Convention Centre in Southeast Asia
Marking a significant milestone in its 20th anniversary year, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) has been named Best Convention Centre in Southeast Asia by APAC Insider's...
Jan 24, 2025
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Melbourne Park crowd behaviour under scrutiny during Australian Open
An apparent increase in poor crowd behaviour at the Australian Open has been played down by Tournament Director and Tennis Australia Chief Executive Craig Tiley. With drunken...
Jan 23, 2025
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Nissan Arena renews Ticketek partnership
Nissan Arena and Ticketek Australia have announced the renewal of their partnership for a further six years. Under the renewed multi-year deal, the organisations will work...
Jan 23, 2025
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SIS Pitches announces major project in Saudi Arabia
SIS Pitches, a British sports surfaces manufacturer and the team behind the Kingdom Arena pitch, has announced it is set to deliver a major project in Saudi Arabia. SIS Pitches,...
Jan 23, 2025
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Australia’s peak aquatic sports unite in proposal for legacy Brisbane Olympics aquatic centre
Ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Australia’s peak aquatic sports - Swimming Australia, Diving Australia, Water Polo Australia and Artistic Swimming...
Jan 22, 2025
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Changing Places accessible facility opened at Kilsyth Stadium
Yarra Ranges Council has advised of the opening of a new Changing Places accessible toilet and change room facility at Pink Reserve Sporting Stadium in Kilsyth. This marks the...
Jan 22, 2025
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Port Adelaide's New Found Sound live music event attracts over 5,500 attendees
Port Adelaide's second iteration of the New Found Sound multi-venue live music discovery event held on 18th January attracted over 5,500 attendees to the historic Port Adelaide...
Jan 22, 2025
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Organisers release motto and visual identity for World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25
The Local Organising Committee of the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25 (WCH Tokyo 25) have unveiled the official motto and visual identity for this year’s highly...
Jan 22, 2025
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