News: Venues
Singapore Indoor Stadium to be redeveloped as ‘best-in-class’ venue
The Singapore Government is proposing to demolish the multi-purpose Singapore Indoor Stadium to make way for a new “best-in-class” arena. Announced in the Singapore Parliament...
Mar 6, 2024
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Eco-award winning Gwinganna retreat launches signature seven-night experience
Queensland’s eco-award winning Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat has launched a new signature seven night experience – ‘Ultimate Wellness – that will replace the Gwinganna Detox from...
Mar 6, 2024
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GWS Giants announce ENGIE as naming right holder for home ground at Sydney Olympic Park
In partnership with the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, the AFL’s GWS GIANTS have announced a new naming rights partner for their home ground at Sydney Olympic Park. The...
Mar 6, 2024
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Penrith’s Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre to host female First Nations hip hop concert
The popular concert Ngana Birrung, (pronounced Nin-Gahna, Bir-Rung, Dharug for ‘black stars’) is returning to Western Sydney with the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre in...
Mar 6, 2024
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NSW Sports Minister revives prospect of building a roof on Sydney's Accor Stadium
The addition of a roof on Sydney’s Accor Stadium is back on the agenda of the NSW Government according to media reports. The revival of plans for the Sydney Olympic Park venue...
Mar 5, 2024
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ASM Global and Carlton Breweries agree landmark five-year partnership
Carlton & United Breweries (CUB) has signed a landmark five-year partnership with ASM Global to exclusively supply beer and cider to some of the biggest entertainment venues in...
Mar 5, 2024
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Singapore Prime Minister defends Taylor Swift concert deal
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has defended the deal that saw the city become the only South-East Asian stop off for global singing star Taylor Swift during her...
Mar 4, 2024
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HBF drops naming rights branding at Perth’s HBF Stadium and HBF Arena
VenuesWest is to explore opportunities for the future naming for its HBF Stadium and HBF Arena venues following HBF's announcement that it is ending its longstanding sponsorship...
Mar 4, 2024
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Live Performance Australia calls for tax incentives to boost Australian theatre investment
Live Performance Australia (LPA), the peak body for the live arts and entertainment industry, has called on the Federal Government to introduce tax incentives to offset costs...
Mar 4, 2024
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Venue Safety and Security Exchange to return in July
Following the success of the inaugural the Venue Safety & Security Exchange (VSX) in 2023, event founder Eddie Idik of the Vital Protection Group has announced that the event is...
Mar 4, 2024
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Input invited on shaping future of live music in Greater Geelong
The City of Greater Geelong and the Live Music Office are inviting avid music fans, musicians and those working in the industry to share their ideas and help shape the future of...
Mar 4, 2024
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Dunedin landmarks turn Pink for P!nk
Ahead of pop sensation P!NK’s concert on 5th March at Dunedin’s Forsyth Barr Stadium, many of the city’s landmarks are being lit up in pink including Toitū Otago Settlers...
Mar 3, 2024
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Sydney Olympic Park Business Association Chief Executive highlights recent events
Sydney Olympic Park Business Association Chief Executive Allison Taylor has highlighted the recent events held at the Park and congratulated everyone associated with their...
Mar 3, 2024
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Yarrow Stadium to install new seats in East Stand upgrade
Taranaki Regional Council (TRC) has changed its plans to re-use hundreds of seats from the former East Stand as part of the final stage in the final stage of the upgrade of New...
Mar 3, 2024
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Queensland Government commits $10 million for proposed North Ipswich Stadium
The Queensland Government has committed $10 million to the proposed redevelopment of sporting facilities at North Ipswich. A proposal to redevelop North Ipswich Reserve includes...
Mar 3, 2024
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Sydney secures 2024 NRL Grand Final
The NSW Government has announced that it has reached an agreement with the Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) to host the 2024 NRL and NRLW Grand Finals in Sydney on...
Mar 3, 2024
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Camatic Seating beneath NRL fans in Las Vegas
As more than 40,000 fans headed to Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium overnight to watch the NRL’s groundbreaking double-header, a lesser-known element of the Australian presence at...
Mar 3, 2024
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Perth Stadium precinct offerings more accessible with increased transport options
Perth Stadium precinct offerings, including the Matagarup Zip+Climb, sensory playground and parklands have become more accessible with trains now stopping at Stadium Station...
Mar 1, 2024
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Auckland Council considers demolition of North Harbour Stadium
Describing it as “the least-used facility in the Auckland outdoor regional stadium network”, Auckland Council has released a consultation document on the future of its North...
Feb 29, 2024
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The Warehouse Project to stage shows in Melbourne and Sydney
Following huge international success in Europe at venues in Rotterdam, Netherlands and Antwerp, Belgium last year, The Warehouse Project is to make its Australian debut in...
Feb 29, 2024
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Momentus Technologies releases event software for smaller venues
Venue and event management software company Momentus Technologies has launched a new product tailored to meet the needs of small and midsized venues. Offering technology that...
Feb 29, 2024
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Investment in Perth’s Cockburn ARC female changing rooms aimed at attracting more women and girls
The Western Australian Government is investing in female and unisex changing rooms at Perth’s Cockburn ARC hoping to encourage increased participation from women and girls in...
Feb 29, 2024
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NRL double-header in Las Vegas generates more than 33,000 ticket sales
This weekend’s season opening NRL double-header in the USA city of Las Vegas is reported to have generated ticket sales in excess of 33,000. Being held at 65,000 Allegiant...
Feb 29, 2024
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Beijing selected as host for 2027 World Athletics Championships
The World Athletics Council has announced that the Chinese capital of Beijing has been selected as the selected host city for the 2027 World Athletics Championships. 12 years on...
Feb 29, 2024
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