News: Venues
UFC extends deal for Abu Dhabi fight deal for five more years
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) have announced an extension of their longstanding events deal...
Oct 19, 2023
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New Plymouth’s Yarrow Stadium reaches building milestone ahead of Taranaki Bulls home final
Taranaki Regional Council’s aim of making New Plymouth’s Yarrow Stadium the best regional stadium in New Zealand is on show this week with the hosting of the Bunnings NPC Final...
Oct 19, 2023
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Global attractions report shows theme parks, waterparks and museums heading towards full recovery
2022 marked a return to normal for many attraction operators around the world, who, according to the latest edition of the TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index , reported...
Oct 19, 2023
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Kryal Castle to host impressive summer concert series
Ballarat venue Kryal Castle has partnered with Horizontal Events to deliver and host an impressive summer series of five outdoor concerts over a period of three weekends....
Oct 19, 2023
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ARIA and PPCA welcome NSW Government’s regulatory overhaul of live entertainment
Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) and Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) have welcomed the NSW Government’s announcement of a package to “put...
Oct 19, 2023
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Innovative ‘multi-sport zone’ planned for Lyttelton Recreation Ground
Christchurch City Council has advised that a new ‘multi-sport zone’ will be built at the Lyttelton Recreation Ground with the redevelopment offering a solution for a site with...
Oct 19, 2023
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FSB to explore sustainability in sports facility and playground construction
Set to commence next week, FSB, the International Trade Fair for Public Space, Sports and Leisure Facilities, is turning the spotlight on sustainability. Being held in the...
Oct 19, 2023
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Western United to play A-League home games at Wyndham Regional Football Facility
A-League club Western United has advised that the majority of its 2023/24 home games will be played at its Wyndham Regional Football Facility at Tarneit in Western Melbourne....
Oct 19, 2023
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Populous announces private equity investment
International sport and entertainment architects Populous have announced that to broaden its reach and pursue growth opportunities globally it has sold a minority stake in the...
Oct 19, 2023
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Millie Millgate announced as inaugural Director of Music Australia
Creative Australia has announced the appointment of Millie Millgate to the role of Director of Music Australia. Adrian Collette, Chief Executive of Creative Australia advised...
Oct 19, 2023
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NSW Government vibrancy package aims to protect and empower live music industry
The NSW government is introducing a package of reforms to overhaul regulatory frameworks and remove red tape to help the state’s live music industry to thrive - encouraging...
Oct 18, 2023
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Multiple groups deliver proposals for new Auckland stadium
A scoping exercise by Auckland Council on the future of stadia in the city has seen eight private developers deliver plans for a plan for a major outdoor venue. Tasked with...
Oct 18, 2023
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Adelaide Festival Centre and riverbank precincts to light up with OzAsia Festival 2023
Opening tonight, OzAsia Festival 2023 will deliver more than 190 indoor and outdoor events across 18 days - lighting up the Adelaide Festival Centre and riverbank precincts with...
Oct 18, 2023
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Orange City Council backs ‘intergenerational’ Conservatorium and Planetarium project
With Orange City Council having agreed to contribute up to $18.5 million to fund a shortfall in grants, work to build a new home for the Orange Regional Conservatorium (ORC) and...
Oct 18, 2023
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Private consortium reveals alternative concept for Hobart's AFL Stadium
An alternative concept for Hobart's new AFL stadium has been revealed by a private development consortium. Proposed for a site further east than that currently envisaged by the...
Oct 17, 2023
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Artificial turf innovator SYNLawn to showcase sustainable products at FSB 2023
SYNLawn, a leading global manufacturer and innovator of sustainable artificial turf and synthetic surfacing products, is making its debut as an exhibitor at FSB 2023 - the...
Oct 17, 2023
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California Sports Surfaces named official supplier for major Chinese tennis events
California Sports Surfaces (CSS) has been named as the official surface for two major tennis tournaments - the ATP China Open and the Rolex Shanghai Masters men’s tournament....
Oct 17, 2023
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Christchurch City Council propose alcohol ban for large events at QEII
Christchurch City Council has advised it is considering amending its Alcohol Restrictions in Public Places Bylaw to provide an alcohol ban for QEII park and its surrounding...
Oct 16, 2023
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Qudos Bank Arena announces new Corporate Social Responsibility community program
Qudos Bank Arena has officially announced its new Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) community program with partners Foodbank NSW & ACT and Gotcha4Life and the extension of...
Oct 16, 2023
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Cairns Convention Centre launches new virtual tour experience
The renewed Cairns Convention Centre has launched a virtual tour experience enabling domestic and international clients to experience the Centre’s new expansion and...
Oct 16, 2023
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Community consultation opens for Canberra Theatre Centre project
Planning for the future expanded Canberra Theatre Centre is moving to the next stage with a community consultation expected to contribute to design development and help the...
Oct 16, 2023
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A-League Women season sees record attendances on opening weekend
Driven by the Matildas’ successful World Cup campaign, the 2023/24 Liberty A-League Women’s season kicked off over the weekend with a series of record-breaking attendances. Some...
Oct 15, 2023
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NBL concern over leaked CCTV footage of tunnel incident at Brisbane Bullets vs Cairns Taipans clash at Nissan Arena
The National Basketball Leagues (NBL) as released a statement condemning the "unauthorised distribution of CCTV footage" capturing a physical altercation in the tunnel at...
Oct 15, 2023
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Creative industries festival SXSW Sydney launched at ICC Sydney
Asia Pacific’s largest innovation, culture, gaming, music and screen festival - SXSW Sydney® - launched last night at International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) with...
Oct 15, 2023
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