News: Venues
Tixel and Bolster Group release third ticketing state of play report
Australian ticket resale marketplace, Tixel, and leading culture marketing agency, Bolster Group, have today revealed their latest Ticketing State of Play research report – a...
Sep 4, 2024
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Federal and NSW Governments back Paddle Australia’s 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships hosting
With just over 400 days to go until the 2025 International Canoe Federation (ICF) Canoe Slalom World Championships at Penrith Whitewater Stadium, the NSW and Federal Governments...
Sep 4, 2024
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Orange’s new sport stadium to be named after former Mayor
Orange City Council has announced that the new main stadium at the Orange sports precinct will be named after former Mayor, John Davis. Last night’s Council meeting, the last of...
Sep 4, 2024
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Stakeholders look forward to reopening of Ballarat’s refreshed Her Majesty’s Theatre
The heart of Ballarat’s creative and artistic life will soon reopen its doors to the public, with the finishing touches being made to a refreshed Her Majesty’s Theatre. The...
Sep 3, 2024
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Live Nation study reveals growing consumer interest in live Asian Pop experiences
Live Nation Entertainment has released its latest Fan Insights Study ‘Future Sound’ which profiles Asia Pop/A-Pop’s unprecedented boom in Australia and New Zealand, with a...
Sep 3, 2024
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Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre set to offer more than 450 building, design and construction jobs
The development of the new $142 million Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre - for which expressions of interests for the managing contractor and principal consultant - are...
Sep 3, 2024
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Scotland could host 2026 Commonwealth Games financed by Victorian Government
Commonwealth Games Scotland (CGS) has stated it could host the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow without any financial support from Scottish or UK Governments thanks in part to...
Sep 2, 2024
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Lismore Memorial Baths to open following flood-restoration work
The popular Lismore Memorial Baths will open for the 2024 summer season from 13th September, following the installation of the final piece of flood-restoration work. Following...
Sep 2, 2024
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Final design and naming revealed for Melbourne Arts Precinct urban garden
The Melbourne Arts Precinct Corporation has this week revealed the final design and naming of the garden, Laak Boorndap advising “this space will be more than a garden – it is...
Sep 2, 2024
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Multiple venues across Casey to host Special Olympics Victoria State Summer Games
Following on from the success of the 2024 Special Olympics Victoria State Games in July, the City of Casey will be hosting the State Summer Games on Saturday 21st September and...
Sep 2, 2024
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Nowra Aquatic Park reopens following mechanical repairs
Nowra Aquatic Park officially reopened this morning following the successful completion of essential mechanical repairs. The pool is back just in time for the spring swimming...
Aug 31, 2024
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Australian Grand Prix organisers ordered to pay over $2.8 million to promoters over cancelled Robbie Williams concert
The Australian Grand Prix Corporation (AGPC) has been ordered to pay $2.84 million in compensation to a Melbourne touring company over the cancellation of a Robbie Williams...
Aug 29, 2024
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World Athletics extends with track partnership with Mondo to 2029
World Athletics has announced an extension of its long-standing partnership with track and field surfaces provider Mondo. The new five-year deal will see Mondo retain its...
Aug 29, 2024
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EVANZ invites 2024 Award entries and board nominations
Looking to celebrate the industry’s brightest and the best and reflect the theme: ‘Ka Mate Kainga Tahi, Ka Ora Kainga Rua. Out of Aversity Comes Creativity’, the Entertainment...
Aug 29, 2024
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Stadiums Queensland websites set for updating
Campfire Digital Services has won a contract to overhaul the online presence of Stadiums Queensland's venues, including The Gabba and Suncorp Stadium. The project aims to...
Aug 29, 2024
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Carlingford’s Peggy Womersley Reserve transforms with new $3.2 million pavilion
Carlingford’s Peggy Womersley Reserve has been transformed with the completion and naming of a new $3.2 million pavilion. Carlingford is located approximately 15 kilometres...
Aug 29, 2024
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Tender process underway for Leederville Oval $3.8 million major redevelopment
Leederville Oval, an Australian rules football ground located in the Perth suburb, Leederville, has received a $3.8 million funding commitment from the Western Australian...
Aug 29, 2024
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Solar PV system completed for Mildura Sporting Precinct
Mildura Sporting Precinct recently saw the completion of a 99-kilowatt solar PV system - saving up to $19,000 from the precinct’s annual electricity bill. The solar PV system is...
Aug 29, 2024
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Major interior upgrade project aims to enhance Art Gallery of Ballarat’s reputation
The Art Gallery of Ballarat Interior Upgrades project, which aims to enhance the Art Gallery of Ballarat’s ability to attract the best exhibitions and loans from around the...
Aug 29, 2024
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ICC Sydney hosts 'Trust in Partnerships’ event
To share event planning best practices, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, this week hosted Professional Conference Organisers (PCOs)...
Aug 28, 2024
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Laissez-faire Catering secures coveted hospitality and event award
Sydney founded and based caterer, Laissez-faire Catering, has solidified its status as a leader in Sydney’s catering scene by securing the coveted title of Events Caterer – Over...
Aug 28, 2024
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Contract awarded for major upgrades to Shepparton BMX Pavilion
Greater Shepparton City Council has awarded the contract for the construction of the new Shepparton BMX Multi Use Events Pavilio. The contract for $1.7 million was awarded to...
Aug 28, 2024
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Cairns’ Barlow Park to get $91 million Olympic upgrade
A $91 million upgrade of Cairns’ Barlow Park is set to support the region to attract more major events and ensure that the city is able to be part of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic...
Aug 28, 2024
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Perth’s HBF Park hosts new international women's football tournament
Perth’s HBF Park is the host venue for a new International Football Cup which commences today with Perth welcoming elite women's football teams for the week-long competitive...
Aug 28, 2024
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