News: Venues
City of Launceston votes to transfer the ownership of UTAS Stadium to Stadiums Tasmania
The City of Launceston Council has this week passed a motion to end its ownership of the UTAS Stadium, transferring its responsibilities to the Stadiums Tasmania agency....
Nov 14, 2024
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Federal Government releases new path for equity in the arts
The Australian Government has released its Equity: the Arts and Disability Associated Plan , an initiative to support the arts, cultural, screen and digital games sectors to...
Nov 14, 2024
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VMA advises of successful completion of 2024 Venue Management School and Leadership Institute
The Venue Management Association (VMA) has advised of the successful completion of its Venue Management School and Leadership Institute, marking the 29th Edition of these...
Nov 14, 2024
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AusCycling slams NSW Government over neglect of Sydney 2000 Velodrome
The governing body for Australian cycling has criticised the NSW Government over what it claims is a "failure" to secure the future of the state's only indoor velodrome, which...
Nov 14, 2024
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VenuesLive reveals new operational structure
VenuesLive has unveiled a new structure for its operations with seven key divisions providing customised solutions across every aspect of venue management, catering and events....
Nov 14, 2024
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Bursary and Scholarship award winners announced at Venue Management School graduation
The Graduation Dinner concluding the Venue Management Association’s 2024 Venue Management School and Leadership Institute program has announced the recipients of the...
Nov 14, 2024
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Art centres, libraries and museums among Victorian venues to offer free feminine hygiene products
The Victorian Government recognises that feminine hygiene products are not a luxury - but a necessity and so are delivering free pads and tampons via machines in public places....
Nov 13, 2024
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Eden Park to host ESI’s first New Zealand Applied Crowd Science course
Event Safety Institute has announced that experienced safety professional and trainer Roderick van Gelder will deliver Professor Keith Still’s world renowned three-day course...
Nov 13, 2024
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Negotiations completed for construction of Hockey Australia Centre of Excellence
Negotiations have been completed for the transformation of the Perth Hockey Stadium into the Hockey Australia Centre of Excellence to be established at Curtin University in...
Nov 13, 2024
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Liquor & Gaming NSW reminds venues to help keep ‘Schoolies’ safe
Liquor & Gaming NSW inspectors will visit venues in traditional ‘Schoolies’ areas in the coming weeks to ensure they comply with responsible service of alcohol (RSA)...
Nov 13, 2024
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City of Darwin reveals plans for new $150 million civic centre
The City of Darwin Council has today advised that it is to lodge an application with the Northern Territory’s Development Consent Authority for the development of the new Civic...
Nov 12, 2024
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AFL’s North Melbourne confirms end to Tasmanian games with future matches in Western Australia
North Melbourne has announced that is has finalised a deal to play two regular season ‘home’ fixtures in Western Australia for each of the next three years. The Kangaroos will...
Nov 12, 2024
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Stretching sessions among Quayclean’s commitment to workplace health and safety
Leading Australian-owned cleaning, hygiene and waste management services company, Quayclean Australia, successfully completed its nation-wide Safe Work Month education program...
Nov 12, 2024
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Venue uncertainty to see NSW Institute of Sport end track cycling program
Uncertainty over the future of Sydney 2000 Olympic venue the Dunc Gray velodrome is reported to have led the NSW Institute of Sport (NSWIS) to drop its high-performance track...
Nov 12, 2024
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Sydney Thunder WBBL secures new home ground at Drummoyne Oval
The City of Canada Bay has announced a five year partnership with Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) team - Sydney Thunder - which sees Drummoyne Oval, a multi-use sports ground in...
Nov 11, 2024
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Cronulla Sharks starts search for new stadium naming rights partner
The NRL’s Cronulla Sharks are inviting potential sponsors to apply to gain the exclusive naming rights for their stadium following the end of the longstanding partnership with...
Nov 11, 2024
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Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival adopts refocused approach for 2025
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival returns from 14th February to 2nd March 2025 and with a refocused approach, promises an extraordinary celebration of LGBTQIA+...
Nov 10, 2024
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Parramatta Aquatic Centre secures multiple architecture awards
Parramatta Aquatic Centre (PAC) has recently secured three prestigious architectural awards, capping off a successful year for the Centre following its winning the Sir John...
Nov 10, 2024
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Victorian Institute of Sport announces former Olympian as new Chief Executive
Nicole Livingstone, three-time Olympian, has commenced in her role as the new Chief Executive of the Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS). Livingstone succeeds Anne Marie...
Nov 10, 2024
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Sunshine Coast Council fears venue upgrades at risk
Due to tenders not having been secured ahead of the recent Queensland elections, planned major upgrades to three Sunshine Coast venues are now subject to a 100-day review of all...
Nov 10, 2024
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Free outdoor concert returns to Christchurch’s North Hagley Park
The free 2025 Mitre10 Sparks outdoor concert is returning to North Hagley Park on Saturday 8th February, showcasing the talents of Christchurch Symphony Orchestra (CSO) and a...
Nov 10, 2024
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Three appointments made to Venues NSW board
The NSW Government has announced the reappointment of veteran sports administrator John Quayle along with new members Ian Roberts and Yvonne Sampson to the board of Venues NSW....
Nov 9, 2024
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Curtin Stadium hosts Australia’s largest astronomy festival
Astrofest – Australia's largest astronomy festival – is returning to Perth today with more than 5,000-star gazers expected to attend the event at Curtin Stadium and Edinburgh...
Nov 8, 2024
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Baseball United announces completion of Dubai’s new Ballpark
Baseball United, the first professional baseball league focused on the Middle East and South Asia, has announced the completion of Dubai’s Baseball United Ballpark, the first...
Nov 8, 2024
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