News: Venues
The P.A. People looks back on period of successful projects
Leading audio-visual equipment supplier The P.A. People has shared an update on its recent work, covering installations, major events, engineering and equipment at The Play...
Dec 6, 2023
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NSW Parliament passes live music vibrancy reforms
NSW Parliament has passed landmark legislation introducing a package of reforms to overhaul regulatory frameworks and remove red tape to help the state’s live music industry to...
Dec 5, 2023
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Christina Matthews to step down as WA Cricket Chief Executive
One of cricket's most successful administrators, Christina Matthews, the long serving Chief Executive at the Western Australia Cricket Association has announced that she is...
Dec 5, 2023
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Fair Work Ombudsman targets Brisbane hospitality sector
The Fair Work Ombudsman is targeting the hospitality sector in Brisbane’s south this week with surprise inspections being made to check workers are getting the right pay and...
Dec 5, 2023
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MKTG Sports + Entertainment report shows growth in gender equity perception
MKTG Sports + Entertainment Australia, part of dentsu Sports International has unveiled groundbreaking findings from its latest research report, FanSpeed, which delves into the...
Dec 5, 2023
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MEAA members to petition Australian theatregoers in bid for new performers collective agreement
Major theatrical productions to be targeted by members of the Media Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA) after the break down of talks over a new performers collective...
Dec 5, 2023
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Victorian tourism operators recognised at VTIC’s 2023 Awards
Three of Victoria’s leading tourism operators have been inducted into the Victorian Tourism Awards Hall of Fame. Geelong Gallery, Bendigo Visitor Centre and Searoad Ferries...
Dec 5, 2023
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New Ticketek partnership will allow Qantas frequent flyers to earn and use points when booking live events and experiences
A newly announced partnership between Ticketek and Qantas will allow members of the airline’s popular frequent flyer program able to earn and use Qantas Points when booking live...
Dec 5, 2023
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Vale: VMA Past President and founding member Gareth James
Australasian Leisure Management is saddened to report the death of Gareth James at the age of 74. Described in an obituary in The Age as “the most distinguished and visionary...
Dec 4, 2023
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Redevelopment concept designs and three-year closure announced for Powerhouse Ultiimo
Alongside the NSW Government releasing the concept designs for the revitalisation of Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo this week, the Government has also announced a three...
Dec 4, 2023
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Cockburn ARC fitness and wellness facilities to be revamped over 2024/25
Fitness and wellness facilities at Perth’s Cockburn ARC will undergo a major revamp over 2024-2025 benefitting both the community and AFL’s Fremantle Dockers. The transformation...
Dec 4, 2023
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NGV Triennial blockbuster added to Melbourne’s summer calendar of creative events
Exploring the themes of Magic, Matter and Memory, the NGV Triennial blockbuster exhibition has been added to Melbourne’s summer calendar of creative events. More than an...
Dec 4, 2023
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CVM Academy’s rebrand to Ampd Academy marks move to expand training services beyond the aquatic industry
In a move aimed at addressing the evolving needs of the aquatic industry, the CVM Academy has announced its rebrand into Ampd Academy. The significant move for the Ampd Academy...
Dec 3, 2023
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Gold Coast Council abandons notion to host 2026 Commonwealth Games
Citing lack of support from the Federal and Queensland Governments, the City of Gold Coast has scrapped plans to step in to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Gold Coast Mayor...
Dec 3, 2023
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Hospitality venues need to recruit now for bumper summer holiday season
Australia’s largest hospitality jobs platform, Barcats, has spotlighted the need for hospitality venues to recruit now for upcoming bumper summer holiday season. More than two...
Dec 3, 2023
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Brisbane Lord Mayor quits 2032 Olympics Forum
The Lord Mayor of Brisbane, Adrian Schrinner, has resigned from the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Intergovernmental Leaders’ Forum, saying the Queensland Government...
Dec 3, 2023
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Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre and Toitoi - Hawke’s Bay Arts and Events Centre welcome EVANZ Awards
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre and Toitoi - Hawke’s Bay Arts and Events Centre welcome EVANZ Awards Toitoi - Hawke’s Bay Arts and Events Centre and the Te Pae...
Dec 3, 2023
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Boronia Cricket Oval renamed after Penrith local hero Pat Yates
Penrith City Council has renamed the Boronia Cricket Oval, in Boronia Park, North St Marys as the Pat Yates Oval in honour of local hero 76-year-old Pat Yates and his...
Dec 3, 2023
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ARIA and PPCA welcome first appointments to Sound NSW Advisory Board
Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) and Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) today welcome the first nine appointments to the Sound NSW Advisory...
Dec 1, 2023
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20,000 seat stadium to be built at Brisbane’s RNA Showgrounds as temporary Gabba replacement
The Queensland Government has announced that the Main Arena at Brisbane’s RNA Showgrounds has been identified as the best possible temporary venue for the Brisbane Lions and...
Nov 30, 2023
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Coldplay adds more Australasian concerts as they smash ticket sales records
Having announced a series of Australasian dates immediately after their pair of concerts at Perth’s Optus stadium on the 18th and 19th November, demand for tickets for Coldplay...
Nov 30, 2023
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Queensland Performing Arts Centre flags employment opportunities
With the new theatre at Brisbane’s Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) on track to be completed by the middle of next year, the leading cultural institution has been...
Nov 30, 2023
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MyVenue and Humanitix among Australian Export Awards 2023 winners
The Australian Exporter of the Year and Australia's top exporters were awarded at the 61st Australian Export Awards ceremony held at Parliament House, Canberra on 30th November...
Nov 30, 2023
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Malaysia’s ALIFE calls for end to politicisation of concerts
Malaysia’s Arts, Live Festival and Events Association (ALIFE) has called on the nation’s Government to stop the politicisation of concerts. ALIFE made the plea following the Loy...
Nov 29, 2023
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