News: Venues
ICC Sydney's inclusive workplace recognised with elevation to Silver status
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has had its approach to an inclusive workspace recognised with an elevation to Silver Tier status in...
Jun 3, 2024
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Live music fans move from festivals towards stadium and arena acts
Australians are moving away from music festivals towards stadium and arena acts, with new figures by Flight Centre Travel Group’s Stage and Screen showing almost a third (31%)...
Jun 2, 2024
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IAKS ANZ to stage Architects Forum plus eight sessions at NSC 2024
In the lead up to the 2024 National Sports and Physical Activity (NSC), the International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities Australia and New Zealand (IAKS ANZ) is...
Jun 2, 2024
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Athletics Australia names Polytan and Rekortan brands as official track partner
With the nation’s elite athletes requiring world class tracks on which to develop and perform, Athletics Australia has announced Sport Group brands Polytan and Rekortan as its...
Jun 2, 2024
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Genesian Theatre Company continues to thrill ahead of move to new location
The Genesian Theatre Company is currently staging their production of ‘Let's Kill Agatha Christie’, directed by Gregory George and delivering a humourous take on the murder...
Jun 2, 2024
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Palmerston looks forward to securing its first Scout Hall
The Northern Territory Government is granting a lease of Crown land to the Scout Association of Australian Northern Territory Branch (Scouts NT) which will help Palmerston...
Jun 2, 2024
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Araluen Arts Centre marks 40th anniversary
Central Australia’s premier arts venue, the Araluen Arts Centre - a creative arts hub established by community members in Alice Springs - is today celebrating its 40th...
May 31, 2024
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Live Nation confirms Ticketmaster customer information data breach
Global ticketing giant Ticketmaster has confirmed that it has suffered a data breach, potentially impacting hundreds of millions of customers around the world. In a first...
May 31, 2024
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Lake Macquarie Council capital works spend includes commitment to new learn-to-swim pool and Hunter Sports Centre expansion
Lake Macquarie City Councillors have voted to adopt a $111.5 million capital works spend over the next financial year. Advising of her confidence that the Council had produced a...
May 31, 2024
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Ticketek Australia advise that customer accounts may have been accessed in cyber security breach
Ticketek Australia has advised that the names of some of its customers, as well as their dates of birth and email addresses, may have been accessed in a data breach. In a...
May 31, 2024
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Auckland Council selects two proposals for new city stadium
Auckland Council has narrowed down plans for a future city stadium to two proposals - the Eden Park 2.1 proposal from the Eden Park Trust and the Te Tōangaroa/Quay Park...
May 31, 2024
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X-Golf relaunches Toowoomba venue
X-Golf Australia is expanding in the Queensland city of Toowoomba with their Keefe Street venue relaunched following extensive renovations and under new ownership. Originally...
May 30, 2024
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Concept designs released for Chandler Sport Precinct’s $257 million makeover
Concept design images were released today offering a first glimpse of what Brisbane’s Chandler Sports Precinct will look like after its $257 million makeover is complete, as...
May 30, 2024
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FIFA delegation undertakes evaluation of stadium improvements in Indonesia
Supporting the improvement of venue infrastructure in Indonesia, world football governing body FIFA has announced the completion of an evaluation of eight stadiums across the...
May 29, 2024
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Adelaide Zoo marks 141 years with opening of original MInchin Directors’ home
Adelaide Zoo has today opened the doors of Minchin House, the original Directors’ home and announced it has renewed the license on the grave of Richard E. Minchin, the first...
May 28, 2024
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Australian Live Music Business Council welcomes US law change on ticketing transparency
The Australian Live Music Business Council (ALMBC) has released a statement advising that “huge positive changes are on their way in global ticketing” following the US House of...
May 28, 2024
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Wollongong Art Gallery announces Daniel Mudie Cunningham as new Director
Daniel Mudie Cunningham has been appointed as the new Director for Wollongong Art Gallery following the retirement of outgoing Director John Monteleone. Mudie Cunningham brings...
May 28, 2024
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VenuesWest and Tourism & Transport Forum flag significance of National Reconciliation Week
Australia’s National Reconciliation Week (NRW) - held every year from 27th May to 3rd June - is a time for all Australians to learn about shared histories, cultures, and...
May 28, 2024
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Clubs and schools co-ordinate usage of Christchurch’s Hagley Park netball courts
Christchurch’s Hagley Park netball courts are the site for the midweek winter school sport season alongside also being used on weekends for club games by Christchurch Netball,...
May 28, 2024
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ICC Sydney partners with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has partnered with Hidden Disabilities Sunflower – an organisation dedicated to supporting people living with non-visible...
May 27, 2024
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Encore Event Technologies showcases Sofitel Sydney’s commitment to innovation
When Sofitel Sydney Wentworth reveals its $60 million refurbishment this Spring, among the impressive innovations are those delivered by Encore Event Technologies. Sofitel...
May 27, 2024
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Wellington City Council projects secure top Public Architecture awards
Three Wellington City Council supported facilities secured top awards in their categories at the region’s Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects awards held last...
May 27, 2024
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Sunshine Coast Council Chief Executive to head Brisbane Olympic Games Authority
Emma Thomas, Chief Executive of Sunshine Coast Council, has been appointed interim Chief Executive to the Queensland's independent Games Venue and Legacy Delivery Authority....
May 26, 2024
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Eventfinda TixSuite report shows Australians have low trust in ticketing providers
A new study commissioned by Eventfinda TixSuite which dives into the consumer experience of purchasing tickets in 2024, shows that while demand for live events remains high,...
May 26, 2024
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