News: Venues
EVANZ presents 2023 New Zealand entertainment venue awards in Dunedin
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) has recognised excellence in venue management with the presentation of its 2023 Entertainment Venue Awards. Presented...
Nov 29, 2023
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Work commences on refurbishment of Suncorp Stadium’s Members Reserve
The refurbishment of the Members Reserve at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium is underway with Buildcorp chosen to complete the works. The 2000 metre² renovation includes the Level 5...
Nov 29, 2023
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Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh secures rights to World Expo 2030
The Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), the sanctioning body for world expositions, has today announced that the Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh will host World Expo...
Nov 28, 2023
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IBTM World report explores global trends shaping the events industry
A new report from IBTM World is presenting insights on the influence of artificial intelligence on the meetings and events industry, the growing importance of accessibility -...
Nov 28, 2023
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Future plans revealed for Sunshine Coast’s Nambour Showgrounds
Future plans revealed for Sunshine Coast’s Nambour Showgrounds Sunshine Coast Council has revealed a 15-year blueprint for the Nambour Showgrounds - one of the region’s most...
Nov 28, 2023
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ICC Sydney presents array of entertainment options over summer season
This summer, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney is offering an extraordinary array of entertainment events to choose from at its theatres. ICC Sydney will stage...
Nov 28, 2023
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Gender neutral terminology introduced on Adelaide Oval’s historic scoreboard
The historic scoreboard at the Adelaide Oval scoreboard has introduced gender-neutral terminology to align with recent changes to the Laws of Cricket. 112-year-old scoreboard at...
Nov 27, 2023
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Eventfinda and ASB Theatre Marlborough reveal ticketing partnership
Eventfinda - New Zealand’s largest independent ticketing provider - and the Marlborough Civic Theatre Trust, owner and operator of the ASB Theatre Marlborough, have revealed a...
Nov 27, 2023
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Tasmanian grassroots clubs and schools partner to increase participation in sport
A partnership between the Tasmanian Government, Lauderdale Primary School, Basketball Tasmania and the Grenadiers Basketball Club identified and implemented improvements to the...
Nov 26, 2023
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Melbourne Convention Bureau surpasses expectations for 2022/23 financial year
The Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) has announced annual results for the 2022/2023 financial year exceeded all targets with business events attracting impactful gatherings...
Nov 26, 2023
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Kardinia Park new GMHBA Stadium stand to be named after Geelong Football Club’s Joel Selwood
The new grandstand at Kardinia Park’s GMHBA Stadium in Geelong will be named after former Geelong Football Club premiership captain and games record holder Joel Selwood....
Nov 26, 2023
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ICC advise of record Cricket World Cup 2023 attendance and new transgender policy
The Cricket World Cup 2023 in India has become the most attended International Cricket Council event ever staged with the governing body advising that 1,250,307 fans attended...
Nov 26, 2023
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New Melbourne library opens and unveils suite of public artworks
New Melbourne library opens and unveils suite of public artworks A suite of public artworks and commissions celebrating the richness of Kulin culture have been unveiled by the...
Nov 26, 2023
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Camden’s Kirkham Oval to receive $2.8 million upgrade to cater for growth in female participation
Camden Council and the NSW Government are funding a $2.8 million upgrade to Kirkham Oval to cater for the increase in female participation in sport at the facility. As part of...
Nov 25, 2023
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Mornington Peninsula sculpture park secures Yayoi Kusama Pumpkin
The Sculpture Park at Pt. Leo Estate situated on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula has secured a work of Japan’s most successful living artist,Yayoi Kusama. The Yayoi Kusama (born...
Nov 24, 2023
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Queensland Government announces commencement of design and construction procurement for new Gabba Stadium
The Queensland Government has today announced that its Gabba Project Validation Report (PVR) has been completed and that design and construction procurement will now begin for a...
Nov 24, 2023
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Victoria’s ALWAYS LIVE program set to fill venues across the state
Today marks the start of the Victorian Government’s ALWAYS LIVE music program which is anticipated to fill venues and attract thousands of visitors across the state. Grammy...
Nov 23, 2023
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MCEC puts sustainability on the menu at BBC Earth Experience
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) - home of the renowned BBC Earth Experience - has launched Habitat Café, offering visitors a sustainable dining experience...
Nov 23, 2023
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Mike Barnett Sports Complex marks 40th anniversary with community event
The City of Rockingham is hosting a special community open day at Mike Barnett Sports Complex (MBSC) to mark the facility’s 40th anniversary. The free open day being held on...
Nov 22, 2023
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Fan dies after Allianz Stadium concert fall
A woman who was seriously injured during a concert by Robbie Williams at Sydney's Allianz Stadium last week has died. The woman, reported as being in her 70s, had been in...
Nov 22, 2023
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Ticketek unveils accessible ticket booking platform
Major ticketing platform Ticketek has today advised of its launch of an accessible ticket booking platform that aims to make it easier for people with a disability to get...
Nov 21, 2023
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NBL enjoys early season growth
The National Basketball League has advised of an “incredible start” to the 2023/24 season, with unparalleled growth across all key areas. On the back of strong growth last...
Nov 21, 2023
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Auckland expansion team secures full A-Leagues Licence
Australian Professional Leagues (APL) has announced the award of a full A-Leagues licence to Bill Foley, the owner of AFC Bournemouth of the English Premier League, FC Lorient...
Nov 21, 2023
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New generation of leaders emerge at 28th Venue Management School
The Venue Management Association has advised of the success of its 2023 Venue Management School (VMS) and VMA Leadership Institute (LI) held earlier this month at Kingscliff in...
Nov 20, 2023
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