News: Venues
Albany Entertainment Centre officially opened
The new Albany Entertainment Centre (AEC) has been officially opened by Western Australia's Culture and the Arts Minister John Day. Minister Day said it was one of the most...
Dec 14, 2010
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Beijing to host 2015 World Athletics Championships
Beijing has been selected to host the 2015 International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) World Championships. The selection of the Chinese capital to host the 15th...
Dec 14, 2010
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World Cup to boost Qatar's infrastructure
Qatar winning the bid to host the FIFA 2022 World Cup will spur the country's infrastructure projects according to a just released report. Launching the The Gulf Coopertaion...
Dec 13, 2010
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AEG Ogden's Geoff Donaghy receives JMIC Award
The Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) has announced the winner of the 2010 JMIC Profile and Power Award as Geoff Donaghy of AEG Ogden, Immediate Past Chair of the Business...
Dec 10, 2010
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Upgrade for ACT's Manuka Oval
In the wake of Australia's unsuccessful FIFA World Cup bid, plans for a proposed $270 million rectangular stadium in Canberra have been shelved. The new 40,000-seat arena, that...
Dec 9, 2010
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NCC appoints new Marketing Manager
The National Convention Centre Canberra (NCCC) has announced the appointment of Anthony Smith as its new Marketing Manager, replacing US-bound Amanda Holling. In his new...
Dec 6, 2010
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China interest in hosting 2030 FIFA World Cup
China should bid for the 2030 FIFA World Cup finals, according to China Football Association (CFA) General Secretary Wei Di. China's Xinhua news agency quoted Wei Di as saying...
Dec 4, 2010
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Qatar wins 2022 World Cup bid
The 2022 World Cup will be held in Qatar after the country's bid won FIFA's vote in Zurich. Qatar will become the first Middle Eastern hosts of the World Cup after Sepp Blatter,...
Dec 3, 2010
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NSW Minister: Olympic Park and Darling Harbour are 'dead and lifeless'
David Borger, the NSW Government's Minister for Western Sydney and Minister for Roads, has broken ranks with Labor collagues by labelling Sydney Olympic Park and Darling Harbour...
Dec 3, 2010
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Australia's final World Cup pitch to FIFA
Australia has made its final presentation to the FIFA Executive Committee overnight (2nd December) at the home of FIFA in Zurich, in a bid to win the rights to host the 2022...
Dec 2, 2010
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'Extraordinary' Asian Games end
The 2010 Asian Games, came to an end on Saturday with the Closing Ceremony at Haixinsha Square in Guangzhou, China. 15 days of sporting excellence saw the host nation reinforce...
Dec 1, 2010
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Sydney Theatre Company launches rooftop solar power system
An array of 1,906 solar panels on the roof of The Wharf theatre on Sydney Harbour have been switched on by the company's Artistic Directors actress Cate Blanchett and her...
Dec 1, 2010
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Ekka transformation wins development approval
The $2.9 billion redevelopment of the RNA showgrounds in the Brisbane suburb of Bowen Hills has won conditional development approval. Redevelopment of the Ekka includes plans...
Dec 1, 2010
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Surprise $500,000 gift for NZ Arts Foundation
Sir Eion Edgar, a well known philanthropist for sport, health and public facilities has announced that his family is donating $500,000 to the Arts Foundation of New Zealand. His...
Nov 30, 2010
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VMA's pre-Christmas 'After Five' events in Brisbane, Christchurch and Sydney
The Venue Management Association has announced details of pre-Christmas 'After Five' events in Brisbane, Christchurch and Sydney. The events are: Friday 3rd December 2010 -...
Nov 30, 2010
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A Revolution in Buffet Service
Hospitality furniture design and manufacturer SICO South Pacific has released its newest innovation in mobile food service tables designed by and for Executive Chefs. The DECO...
Nov 29, 2010
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Heat is on for 2022 FIFA World Cup to go to Qatar
Qatar looks to have emerged at the head of the pack of nations bidding for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. With world football governing body FIFA set to make its hosting decision for...
Nov 29, 2010
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Victorian Premier makes $80 million commitment to the Arts
A future Victorian Labor Government will invest more than $80.6 million and establish Creative Victoria to ensure the arts and creative industries in Victoria continue to...
Nov 26, 2010
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Victorian Premier pledges $30 million for AFL in Ballarat but uncertain on F1 GP Future
Victorian Premier John Brumby has announced that Ballarat would become North Melbourne Football Club's second home as part of a proposal to bring AFL football to regional...
Nov 25, 2010
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Gala Concert to celebrate Albany Entertainment Centre opening
A gala concert featuring more than 200 local artists will be held on 11th December to mark the official opening of Albany's newly constructed entertainment centre. The $70...
Nov 25, 2010
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Two Commonwealth Games officials arrested
Indian police have arrested and formally charged two high-ranking officials from the organising committee of the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games for corruption. Joint Director...
Nov 23, 2010
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Sarah Smith wins 2010 AEG Ogden PVMS Scholarship
Last week's successful 2010 Public Venue Management School (PVMS), held at the Hyatt Regency, Sanctuary Cove, Queensland, saw Year Two graduate Sarah Smith awarded the AEG Ogden...
Nov 19, 2010
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Expansion of MCEC exhibition space revealed
The Victorian Government has announced its commitment to a $242 million expansion of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). The expansion will see a versatile...
Nov 19, 2010
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Luna Park Sydney wins International Innovation Award
Luna Park Sydney has won the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA)'s Brass Ring Award for 'Most Innovative Program'. The Award, presented on...
Nov 19, 2010
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