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ABEA and AIPC partner to deliver inaugural leadership training program for convention centres  
The International Association of Convention Centres (AIPC) and Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) have partnered to deliver a tailor-made leadership training program...
Feb 12, 2025
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New Zealand Rugby sues INEOS over non-payment of All Blacks sponsorship
New Zealand Rugby has revealed that it is taking legal action against the INEOS Group - for alleged breach of a $48 million partnership deal - following non-payment of the first...
Feb 12, 2025
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QTouring unveils its premier touring Arts Market and Conference
QTouring - Queensland’s new arts touring and engagement service – has unveiled its QShowcase: Arts Market + Conference, to be held from 9th-11th June 2025 in Toowoomba. This...
Feb 12, 2025
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Horsham water recycling infrastructure helps parks and ovals stay green
Horsham, located on a bend in the Wimmera River, approximately 300 kilometres northwest of Melbourne, has secured new water recycling infrastructure aimed at helping parks,...
Feb 12, 2025
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BASSINTHEGRASS unveils lineup for 22nd edition in 2025
The line-up for the Northern Territory’s largest music festival, BASSINTHEGRASS has been announced for the event’s 22nd edition being held on 17th May 2025. Held at Mindil...
Feb 12, 2025
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Qiddiya Investment Company and Six Flags sign management agreement to operate two Saudi theme parks
Qiddya Investment Company has announced that it has signed a comprehensive management services agreement under which Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, North America’s largest...
Feb 12, 2025
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Barrington Coast secures Ecotourism Australia certification
Located on the lower mid-north coast of New South Wales, MidCoast Council has advised that the Barrington Coast region has achieved ECO Destination Certification through...
Feb 12, 2025
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Environment
Te Pae Christchurch spotlights its sustainability leadership
Strong demand for events along with industry-leading sustainability and standards contributing to a major economic, environmental and social impact for the region have delivered...
Feb 12, 2025
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AUSactive announces founding members of Supplier Advisory Group
AUSactive has announced the founding members of its Supplier Advisory Group (ASAG) with a focus on increasing strategic collaboration between the active health and exercise...
Feb 12, 2025
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Wexer partners with Fitness First MENA to enhance member experience
Leading provider of digital fitness solutions, Wexer, has partnered with Fitness First MENA to enhance group exercise offerings, optimise space usage, and improve operational...
Feb 12, 2025
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Fitness
2025 Australian Heritage Festival in NSW to deliver raft of offerings
This year’s National Trust Australian Heritage Festival – the nation’s largest community-driven heritage event will see the NSW arm of the Festival being held from 18th April...
Feb 12, 2025
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Work on Napier Aquatic Centre $4 million refurbishment enters final phase
The $4 million maintenance and refurbishment on Napier Aquatic Centre, located on the eastern coast of the North Island of New Zealand, has entered its final phase with some...
Feb 12, 2025
Venues /
Aquatics
Victor Wang announced as Director of Artspace
Contemporary Sydney art centre, Artspace has appointed Victor Wang as its Director to lead the senior leadership team, defining and shaping the strategic direction of the...
Feb 12, 2025
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Arts
Olympic Pool cost blow out contributes to North Sydney Council rates increase
Despite resident protests, North Sydney Council has voted to increase rates by more than 87% over two years. Agreed by a vote late on Monday night, the Council will need to get...
Feb 12, 2025
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Greater Sydney and Central Coast councils invited to apply for green space funding
Greater Sydney and Central Coast councils are invited to apply for a share of $4 million in grants via the Metropolitan Greenspace Program 2024-25 to build more parks,...
Feb 12, 2025
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Qatar Airways marketing campaign showcases enhanced passenger experiences
Qatar Airways YouTube campaigns conducted over the last six months (August 2024 to January 2025) focus on strategic collaborations, technological advancements, and enhancing...
Feb 12, 2025
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Tourism
Work underway on new sports precinct at Campbelltown’s Bob Prenter Reserve
Works have started on a $7.8 million upgrade to the Bob Prenter Reserve in the Western Sydney suburb of Macquarie Fields, transforming the site into a leading regional sporting...
Feb 11, 2025
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Wavegarden spotlights features that position it as a global leader
Artificial surf wave technology group Wavegarden has spotlighted an array of reasons for selecting its offerings. The energy efficiency of Wavegarden's wave generator, combined...
Feb 11, 2025
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Waterparks
Ingenia Holiday Parks backs returning 2025 Sydney Family Show
The Sydney Family Show has announced that Australia's leading holiday park operators, Ingenia Holiday Parks, will return as the event’s naming rights partner for 2025. Being...
Feb 11, 2025
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First phase of ChristchurchNZ research program reveals positive impacts of conferences
The first phase of ChristchurchNZ's three-year research program - The Conference Legacy Project - has revealed the positive impacts of four international conferences held in...
Feb 11, 2025
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New appointments to Australian Sport Commission board
Federal Minister for Sport, Anika Wells has announced five appointments to the Australian Sports Commission board. Led by Kate Jenkins AO as Chair of the Commission, Nick Green...
Feb 11, 2025
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Government
Josh Mahoney named the AFL's new General Manager of Football Performance
The AFL has announced to changes in its football department with Josh Mahoney named the League's new General Manager of Football Performance and Nicky Couston named its Head of...
Feb 11, 2025
Sport
Melbourne City and Federation University partner to launch new sports course
Federation University Australia and Melbourne City Football Club have teamed up to launch a new Diploma of Business and Sports Management course helping graduates kick off a...
Feb 11, 2025
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Education
University of Newcastle to develop program aimed at keeping teenage girls in sport
University of Newcastle researchers have secured $868,000 in state government funding to develop a program aimed at keeping teenage girls in sport, while tackling key challenges...
Feb 11, 2025
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Education
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