News: Venues
NBL welcomes rise in viewing and game attendance
Following significant uplift in growth metrics during its last season, the National Basketball League (NBL) has reported a strong start to its 2024/25 competition. The Hungry...
Nov 8, 2024
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Plans unveiled for 12,000-seat arena on the Gold Coast
The City of Gold Coast has revealed plans for a new $480 million indoor arena, with Southport chosen as the home for the indoor arena and event precinct. Seen as key to plans...
Nov 7, 2024
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VMA launches new industry podcast
The Venue Management Association [Asia and Pacific] has launched a new industry podcast, ‘The Next Stage - Exploring the Future of the Venue Industry’. Promising a new era of...
Nov 7, 2024
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Sydney Motorsport Park secures Australia-first sustainability accreditation
Sydney Motorsport Park managed by the Australian Racing Drivers’ Club (ARDC) in partnership with the NSW Government, has received Australia’s first and only sustainability...
Nov 7, 2024
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Orange Community Carols to trial new venue at the Botanic Gardens
Orange City Council has advised that their Community Christmas Carols event will be held at a new location this year - the open spaces of the Orange Botanic Garden. The event...
Nov 7, 2024
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Music Victoria and Support Act among contributors to Live Music Parliamentary Inquiry
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts is holding a public hearing on 8th November for its inquiry into the challenges and opportunities...
Nov 7, 2024
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World Rugby and Fanatics partner to launch global licensed merchandise program
World Rugby has announced an exclusive global partnership with digital sports platform Fanatics to launch and manage its official retail and licensing program, including Rugby...
Nov 7, 2024
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More social sports wanted for Fremantle Park Sport and Community Centre
Through an Expression of Interest process, the City of Fremantle is looking to add more social sports to its offerings at Fremantle Park Sport and Community Centre. The venue,...
Nov 6, 2024
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East Perth Power Station confirmed as venue for 2025 Perth Festival
Perth Festival will revive and re-activate the historic East Perth Power Station site as a creative hub that will be home to major programs featuring First Nations visual art as...
Nov 6, 2024
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Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena marks 25 years of live entertainment
Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena is today celebrating 25 years as Australia’s largest and most diverse indoor venue. Built as one of the major venues for the Sydney 2000 Olympic and...
Nov 5, 2024
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Federal Government announces new appointments to Portrait Gallery Board
The Federal Government has announced Sam Meers as a member and future Chair, the reappointment of Penny Fowler as interim Chair and Elizabeth Dibbs as a member of the Board to...
Nov 5, 2024
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Effective ways to realise commitments explored during Global Nature Positive Summit at ICC Sydney
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) hosted the world’s inaugural Global Nature Positive Summit attended by around 1,000 delegates including international...
Nov 5, 2024
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Jenny Graham announces retirement from Cairns Convention Centre
Jenny Graham, after an illustrious career spanning nearly 24 years at the Cairns Convention Centre, has announced her retirement. Currently in the role of Bid Strategy Manager,...
Nov 5, 2024
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Australian Government looks to introduce in-stadium ban on gambling advertising
The Federal Government is pushing to introduce a ban on in-stadium ban on electronic sideline advertisements promoting gambling during AFL and NRL games. Falling short of...
Nov 5, 2024
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Moshtix launches market-first solution for venues and event organisers
Moshtix has announced the launch of a free first-in-market solution that aims to solve marketing campaign attribution and reporting woes for venues and event organisers. The...
Nov 5, 2024
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Kemp Street Sporting Complex to be revitalised
Kempsey Shire Council’s Kemp Street Sporting Complex - already a central hub for football (soccer) and other sports activities, is about to undergo an upgrade to enhance its...
Nov 4, 2024
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Koelnmesse expands into Saudi Arabia with FSB Sports Show Riyadh 2025
Koelnmesse, the organiser of FSB, International Trade Fair for Public Space, Sports and Leisure Facilities, since 1969, is expanding its international portfolio to Saudi Arabia....
Nov 4, 2024
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Bali International Convention Centre upgrades integrate technology with sustainable initiatives
The Bali International Convention Centre (BICC), managed by The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali and one of Bali's most prestigious convention and event venues, has completed...
Nov 4, 2024
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ASM Global promotes leaders for Middle East region
ASM Global has announced the promotion of three leaders for the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region for ASM Global. Mark Jan Kar has been promoted to Senior Vice President,...
Nov 3, 2024
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Upgraded East Fremantle Community Park completed featuring Belgravia Leisure managed gym
Works on the revitalised $34 million East Fremantle Community Park are now complete, with a new commercial gym among its offerings. The redevelopment of the facility also...
Nov 3, 2024
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Community activities struggle as volunteer numbers decline
Community events and sport across Australia are struggling as a result of falling numbers of volunteers, leading to cancellations. Having a specific impact in country Australia,...
Nov 2, 2024
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Australia’s first electric powered ground roller put to use at The Gabba
In an Australian first, Brisbane venue The Gabba has introduced an electric/solar powered roller for use by its groundskeeping team that is now in use for the preparation of...
Nov 1, 2024
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Australian Festivals Association announces new board
The Australian Festivals Association (AFA) has announced its new board for the next two years. The board was elected on 16th October during the peak industry body's annual...
Oct 31, 2024
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ICC Sydney celebrates 100 entertainment events in 2024
The James Blunt concert taking place at ICC Sydney Theatre on Saturday 23rd November will mark the 100th show and record-breaking number of live entertainment events in 2024 for...
Oct 31, 2024
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