News: Venues
City of Playford unveils new vision for Elizabeth Oval
A long-term vision to transform the Elizabeth Oval in Adelaide’s north into an inclusive and community-focused sporting venue has been released, with City of Playford Council...
Jul 24, 2025
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PCYC spotlights Karly Moller-Buck’s journey from volunteer to disability advocate and role model
PCYC is spotlighting Karly Moller-Buck’s journey from PCYC volunteer at the Muswellbrook facility to disability advocate and role model. Living with cerebral palsy and reliant...
Jul 24, 2025
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SIS Pitches invests in fleet of Next Generation Hybrid Pitch Stitching Machines
SIS Pitches, a British sports surfaces manufacturer which produces premium hybrid, synthetic and natural pitches for an array of sports, has made a multi-million-pound...
Jul 24, 2025
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Milestone 50% design completion reached for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Gallery of Australia
The Northern Territory Government has advised of a milestone being reached with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Gallery of Australia (ATSIAGA) in Mparntwe (Alice...
Jul 24, 2025
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Events and entertainment industry legend Harvey Lister inducted into Queensland Business Leaders Hall of Fame
In recognition of an outstanding contribution to the Events and Entertainment industry for over more than 50 years, Harvey Lister AM has been inducted into the Queensland...
Jul 24, 2025
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Queensland Government begins procurement for Brisbane 2032 Games precinct
The Queensland Government has commenced the procurement process for the Victoria Park precinct Olympic and Paralympic Games infrastructure. The Expression of Interest (EOI)...
Jul 23, 2025
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Athletics and Rugby participants to benefit from $2.5 Million revitalisation of CV Kelly Park
Outdated amenities at CV Kelly Park in Girraween, located 30 km west of central Sydney, are set to be replaced via $2.5 million from the NSW Government – benefitting Girraween...
Jul 23, 2025
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New agreement unites three Cairns galleries under one operator
Cairns Regional Council has approved a new agreement that brings the city’s three major public galleries – Cairns Art Gallery, Court House Gallery, and Mulgrave Gallery – under...
Jul 23, 2025
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Cost of planned Brisbane Olympic Aquatic Centre set to double to $1.2 billion
The estimated cost of delivering Brisbane’s National Aquatic Centre (NAC) for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games has surged to $1.2 billion, almost double the price forecast...
Jul 22, 2025
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Melbourne Park and Tennis Australia open Expressions of Interest process for ticketing services
Tennis Australia and Melbourne Park are preparing to release Expressions of Interest (EOI) to the market for ticketing services, signalling a strategic review of their fan...
Jul 22, 2025
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Live Nation set to launch new country music festival
Backed by the team behind the Spilt Milk festival, a new country music festival, Strummingbird has announced its debut tour dates for spring 2025. Set to tour Queensland, NSW...
Jul 22, 2025
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Deloitte report suggests 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games could bring $70 billion in economic opportunities
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games could deliver $70 billion in economic benefits according to a new report from consultants Deloitte Access Economics. Released on...
Jul 22, 2025
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New $10 million program to support collaboration in Western Australian community sport
A $10 million investment by the Western Australian Government is aimed at making community sport more inclusive and accessible. Benefitting Public schools and local sporting...
Jul 22, 2025
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Major works underway on Cooma Festival Swimming Pool
Snowy Monaro Regional Council has advised that site preparations for the Cooma Festival Swimming Pool Upgrade Project are complete, with major demolition and construction work...
Jul 21, 2025
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Co-artistic directors selected for South Korea's Busan Biennale 2026
Amal Khalaf (UK/ Bahrain) and Evelyn Simons (Belgium) - both active on the international art scene - have been appointed as co-artistic directors of Busan Biennale 2026. Busan...
Jul 21, 2025
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Sport NZ releases roadmap charting how AI is revolutionising sport and recreation
Sport New Zealand has unveiled its landmark 'AI in Sport and Recreation 2025' report, mapping out the rapid transformation underway across the sector. Providing both real-world...
Jul 20, 2025
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New QPAC performing arts space to be named Glasshouse Theatre
The new theatre at Brisbane’s Queensland Performing Arts Centre is to be named the Glasshouse Theatre in recognition of its stunning glass façade. The naming by the Queensland...
Jul 20, 2025
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Tasmania Football Club 'ready to work' with incoming Government
With uncertainty surrounding which party or parties will form the state's next Government following Saturday's election, the Tasmania Football Club has released a statement...
Jul 20, 2025
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Queensland Government cuts size of Brisbane Games Organising Committee
Looking to streamline operations for the 2032 Games, the Queensland Government has announced a culling of members of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympic Organising...
Jul 19, 2025
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Thousands march in support of new Hobart stadium and Tasmanian AFL team
On the day of the latest Tasmanian state election, thousands of people have marched through Hobart in support of the proposed new harbourfront stadium and the new Tasmanian AFL...
Jul 19, 2025
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Redeveloped Lyttelton Recreation Grounds supports array of sports in Christchurch
Christchurch City Council has advised that the $2 million redevelopment of Lyttelton Recreation Grounds involved building a new change pavilion, upgrading the grass sports...
Jul 19, 2025
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All-weather community hub to support year-round healthy, active lifestyles in Katherine
The Northern Territory Government is investing $1 million to deliver a new all weather, multi-purpose facility at the Katherine Country Club, supporting year-round community...
Jul 18, 2025
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Ticket sales underway for AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia
The countdown to the biggest celebration of women’s football in Asia has commenced with thousands of eager supporters jumping online to purchase tickets for the AFC Women’s...
Jul 18, 2025
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Six new Entertainment Precincts to open in Sydney’s Inner West
Sydney’s Inner West Council has advised that six new Entertainment Precincts will be opening for the first time across the Inner West this weekend. From tonight these new...
Jul 17, 2025
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