News: Venues
Brisbane 2032 Legacy Committee meets under new chair
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Legacy Committee has today assembled to discuss key legacy planning opportunities. Chaired for the first time by Queensland...
May 7, 2024
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Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre launches five-year Sustainability Strategy
Furthering their commitment to operating in an environmentally conscious way, the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) has launched their five-year Sustainability...
May 7, 2024
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Tasmanian opposition changes stance to support Hobart stadium plan
Dean Winter, Tasmanian Labor’s recently appointed leader, has announced that the party is to now support the proposed AFL stadium at the Macquarie Point site in Hobart. With the...
May 7, 2024
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Victorian budget cuts $285 million in funding for major events and tourism promotion
Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas has revealed the state’s 2024/25 budget which will see a drop in investment for major events and tourism with $183.8 million to be spent next year...
May 7, 2024
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ASM Global’s Peter Loxton named on Billboard’s 2024 International Power Players List
Peter Loxton, ASM Global’s Asia Pacific Chief Operating Officer, has been named on Billboard ’s 2024 International Power Players List for the second consecutive year. The...
May 6, 2024
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24/7 Software set to stage APAC webinar on data-driven technology in venues
Cloud-based venue operations and safety management platform 24/7 Software is counting down to staging a webinar for the APAC region on 9th May. With the topic ‘How to Scale Your...
May 6, 2024
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Yarra City Council highlights fears that local live music scene may no longer be viable
Yarra City Council has lodged its submission to the Parliament of Australia Inquiry into the challenges and opportunities within the Australian live music industry. Advising...
May 6, 2024
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dmg events and FSB organiser Koelnmesse announce collaborate to develop trade exhibitions across the Middle East
Koelnmesse and dmg events, two global leaders in the exhibition industry, have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on developing key trade...
May 6, 2024
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South Australia’s largest surf club redevelopment complete at West Beach
An $8.5 million redevelopment of Adelaide’s West Beach Surf Life Saving Club - the biggest club investment of its kind in South Australian history - is complete, delivering a...
May 6, 2024
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Former Sydney WorldPride Chief Executive appointed to lead Sydney's City Recital Hall
The Board of Sydney's City Recital Hall has appointed Kate Wickett, former Chief Executive of Sydney WorldPride, as its new Chief Executive. With a stellar record of...
May 5, 2024
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Community input invited on proposed design for Powerhouse Museum Ultimo
The community is being encouraged to offer their feedback on the proposed design to revitalise the popular Powerhouse Museum in Sydney’s Ultimo. On exhibition until Thursday...
May 5, 2024
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Aquatic centres and theatres among South Australian facilities eligible to receive defibrillators
The South Australian AED Grants Program – which opened last week - will offer $1,000 grants to not-for-profit community, cultural or sporting organisations to assist with the...
May 5, 2024
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Sports lighting company VAILO extends partnership with AFL’s Hawthorn FC
AFL club Hawthorn has announced that it has extended its partnership with LED sports lighting and LED signage partner VAILO. Following an initial two-year partnership with the...
May 3, 2024
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Melbourne's Firelight Festival to stage new light show beneath Marvel Stadium
As part of the City of Melbourne's Firelight Festival, Marvel Stadium is to is to transform its below ground spaces with an underground light show and labyrinth. Running from...
May 3, 2024
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Cedar Mill Group acquires Musos Corner
Cedar Mill Group, founded by Winarch Group’s Paul Lambess, has acquired Musos Corner, a popular fixture within Australia’s music scene. This acquisition honours the legacy of...
May 3, 2024
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DAE Global secures B Corp certification
Leading event management company DAE Global has announced that it has achieved B Corp Certification - a designation that a business is meeting high standards of verified...
May 2, 2024
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Live Nation advises of US$3.8 billion in first quarter revenue
Global entertainment giant Live Nation has set another revenue record, reporting $3.8 billion in first quarter earnings. Improving the previous mark of US$3.1 billion in the...
May 2, 2024
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Bayside Community Sports Centre officially opened
Bayside Community Sports Centre at Sandringham Secondary College has been officially opened. Last week Bayside Mayor, Fiona Stitfold officially opened the Centre along with Ryan...
May 2, 2024
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ICC Sydney launches community ticket program giving children and youth access to performing arts
With the venue team at International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) recognising the power of live entertainment events in educating, shaping and inspiring young people,...
May 2, 2024
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YY Group announces strategic entry into Vietnam’s dynamic Hospitality Industry
YY Group Holding Limited, a Singapore-based data and technology-driven company specialising in creating enterprise intelligent labour matching services and smart cleaning...
May 2, 2024
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Auckland’s MOTAT Museum to open science and technology centre and appoints new Museum Director
Auckland’s Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT) is opening its new $7.4 million science and technology centre - Te Puawānanga - on 25th May and has also announced the...
May 2, 2024
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Brisbane live music venue the Zoo to close after 32 years
Brisbane live music venue The Zoo has announced that it will cease operation this July after 32 years in business, with owners saying that the venue is not financially viable....
May 1, 2024
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‘The Green Room’ venue in Byron Bay spotlights its live music offerings
Byron Bay premier live music venue, The Green Room, has been at the centre of the town's vibrant music scene for the past year, offering a haven for artists during Bluesfest and...
May 1, 2024
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New Zealand’s tourism industry excited for TRENZ
The New Zealand tourism industry is gearing up for TRENZ, New Zealand’s largest tourism business event, which opens in just a week’s time. Over 1000 TRENZ delegates are set to...
Apr 30, 2024
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