News: Venues
Nando’s Chicken Shop Sessions sets out to support emerging music artists
The first in a new series that aims to give emerging artists a platform to perform and music fans the opportunity to enjoy new artists has been launched in Melbourne. Held last...
Jul 24, 2024
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AAC ID Solutions spotlight their innovative sustainable EcoBands Wristbands
AAC ID Solutions, Australia’s leading manufacturer of wristbands and lanyards, has spotlighted their innovative product – EcoBands - designed to combine functionality, style,...
Jul 24, 2024
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AFL and TGI Sport establish Lumen8 Media
Following their announcement in November 2023 of a 10-year strategic partnership, the AFL and TGI Sport have launched Lumen8 Media – an agency that will harness technology and...
Jul 24, 2024
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Kevin Betts Stadium expands to cater for basketball and wheelchair sports demand
Blacktown City Council has begun expansion works on the Kevin Betts Stadium at Mount Druitt to cater for increased demand from basketball and wheelchair sports. Two indoor...
Jul 24, 2024
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EOIs released for new $142 million Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre
Expressions of Interest have today been released for the Managing Contractor and Principal Consultant of the new $142 million Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre. The new centre...
Jul 23, 2024
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New digital platform launched to showcase top Queensland sporting venues
A new digital sports venue platform - Sport Venues Connect - has been launched to showcase top Queensland sporting venues to a national and global audience. Sport Venues Connect...
Jul 23, 2024
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AFL’s Western Bulldogs officially reopen redeveloped Mission Whitten Oval
AFL’s Western Bulldogs have officially reopened Mission Whitten Oval following the completion of a $78 million redevelopment aimed at supporting elite and grassroots sporting...
Jul 23, 2024
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Initial design for Brisbane Olympic stadium shows venue with one grandstand
Images of the current concept for the main venue for Brisbane’s 2032 Olympics and Paralympics show that a redeveloped Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC) will feature...
Jul 23, 2024
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New Meridian heating system to be installed at Orange Aquatic Centre
Orange City Council has a long-term sustainability plan to make the Orange Aquatic Centre more energy efficient. The first step, which is currently underway, is the replacement...
Jul 23, 2024
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Venue Management Association announces Joel Edmondson as new Chief Executive
Venue Management Association (VMA) has today announced the appointment of Joel Edmondson as its new Chief Executive. Edmondson will replace VMA’s Chief Executive of more than...
Jul 23, 2024
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Christchurch City Council provides latest update on One New Zealand Stadium
Christchurch City Council has shared the latest project update for the One New Zealand Stadium as construction of the city’s new $683 million multi-purpose venue enters one of...
Jul 23, 2024
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Brisbane and Sydney public hearings announced for live music inquiry
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts is holding its first round of interstate public hearings this week for its inquiry into the...
Jul 22, 2024
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Sydney Fringe Festival launches 2024 program with over 400 events
Sydney Fringe Festival, has today launched its 2024 program, featuring over 400 events spanning theatre, music, comedy, dance, visual art, circus, and cabaret presented across...
Jul 22, 2024
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Sprintr launches 100% recyclable kiosk for event delegate registration
Sprintr, a curator of event technology, has today launched their new event offering - EcoKiosk - a sustainable, light weight, modular designed kiosk option for delegate...
Jul 22, 2024
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Auckland Council urged to stop privatising management of aquatic and recreation centres
New Zealand’s Public Service Association (PSA) is calling for Auckland Council to stop privatising the management of aquatic and recreation centres and to consult with the...
Jul 22, 2024
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NRL's Penrith Panthers to play at CommBank Stadium in 2025
Penrith Panthers has confirmed the club will host eight NRL home matches at Sydney’s CommBank Stadium in 2025 while its home venue is being redeveloped. Moving to the 30,000...
Jul 21, 2024
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Penrith City Libraries marks Library and Information Week with enhanced services
Penrith City Libraries is marking this year’s Library and Information Week, which runs from 29th July to 4th August 2024, with enhanced key services for its members. Free...
Jul 21, 2024
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Perth Soccer Club among eight women's football clubs in Western Australia to secure $300,000
Perth Soccer Club is one of eight women's football clubs in Western Australia to have each secured $300,000 as part of State Government funding to ensure a lasting legacy after...
Jul 21, 2024
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Significant upgrades to Newcastle sport facilities aimed at supporting women's sport
The City of Newcastle's 10-year Strategic Sports Plan is aimed at renewing and upgrading existing sportsgrounds to improve their functionality in order to meet the current and...
Jul 20, 2024
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Christchurch multi-purpose Hornby Centre has strong start since opening
Christchurch’s Hornby Centre has had a strong first three months of operation. Since opening its doors in April, Christchurch’s newest pool, library and customer service hub has...
Jul 20, 2024
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Shadowbox Studios to boost Gold Coast Screen Industry
International studio developer and operator, Shadowbox Studios, has been backed by Gold Coast Council as the preferred proponent to deliver the screen production facility on the...
Jul 20, 2024
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International Frida Kahlo exhibition secured for Bendigo Art Gallery
The international exhibition ‘Frida Kahlo: In her own image’ has been secured with the help of the Victorian Government for the Bendigo Art Gallery and is expected to attract...
Jul 20, 2024
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ASM Global reveals strategic partnership with Project Admission
ASM Global and Project Admission, a solutions platform that provides tools to help the live events industry capture the full value of every ticket, have announced that they have...
Jul 20, 2024
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Worldwide technology outage impacts leisure industry
An unprecedented electronic network outage is affecting major institutions and businesses in Australia and internationally, impacting airlines, banks, supermarkets, media...
Jul 19, 2024
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