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Sydney Showground unveils partnership with distiller Archie Rose
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) and Sydney Showground are elevating their food and beverage experience with the announcement of a new partnership with award-winning...
Jan 29, 2025
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Venues
Shellharbour Council shares detail of ocean pool cleaning
With the volume of water changing eight times a day through continuous pumping of fresh ocean water, Shellharbour City Council’s Beverley Whitfield Ocean Pool also requires a...
Jan 29, 2025
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Aquatics
Star casino to sell Sydney theatre and event venues to Foundation Theatres
Cash-strapped casino operator Star Entertainment has announced that is to sell its Sydney theatre and event venues to Foundation Theatres for a sum of $60 million. Foundation...
Jan 28, 2025
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AUSactive reveals dedicated Tai Chi Membership category
AUSactive has marked Chinese New Year celebrations by announcing the launch of a dedicated Tai Chi professional membership registration to provide tailored membership benefits...
Jan 28, 2025
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Fitness
Ticketmaster Australia renews Roundhouse Entertainment partnership
Ticketmaster Australia has announced the extension of its long-standing partnership with Roundhouse Entertainment, a subsidiary of the Mushroom Group. Melbourne-based Roundhouse...
Jan 28, 2025
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Billie Jean King Cup finals to be hosted in Shenzhen
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) has announced that, following a record-breaking 2024 event, the finals of the Billie Jean King Cup will be hosted in the Chinese city...
Jan 28, 2025
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2027 Rugby World Cup set to kick off in Perth
With World Rugby set to announce the host cities for the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup tomorrow, reports indicate that Perth’s Optus Stadium will host the opening match of the...
Jan 28, 2025
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Community input sought on Upper Hutt Bowling Club proposal
Upper Hutt Council is inviting the community to provide feedback on a proposal for Upper Hutt Bowling Club to take on a long-term lease of vacant land at Maidstone Terrace (1-21...
Jan 28, 2025
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Venues
Opera Australia advises of departure of Chief Executive Fiona Allan
Opera Australia Chair Rod Sims has today announced that Chief Executive Fiona Allan has decided to depart the organisation. Thanking Allan for her leadership over the past three...
Jan 28, 2025
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AXS unveils new biometric authentication system
Aimed at delivering enhanced security and seamless access, AXS has launched a new biometric authentication feature for its mobile app. Described as a “ticketing industry first”,...
Jan 28, 2025
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Work commences on new Alice Springs skate and play park
The Northern Territory’s much-anticipated Regional Skate and Play Precinct at Newland Park has officially broken ground, marking a major milestone in a game-changing project for...
Jan 28, 2025
Recreation /
Play
Surf Life Saving Australia congratulates 2025 Australia Day honourees
Surf Life Saving Australia has congratulated 12 surf lifesavers honoured on Australia Day 2025 and announced by the Governor General in Canberra. With almost 200,000 members,...
Jan 28, 2025
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Environment
NSW Premier backs Penrith Winter Sports World development
NSW Premier, Chris Minns, has visited the site of Western Sydney’s proposed $700 million Winter Sports World development, which was recently granted State Significant...
Jan 28, 2025
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Environment
World Wetlands Day 2025 spotlighted
The Australian Government’s Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water has spotlighted their efforts for World Wetlands Day 2025 which is upcoming on Sunday 2nd...
Jan 28, 2025
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Environment
Aquamoves Shepparton maintains its AUSactive Quality Accreditation status for 2025
Aquamoves in Shepparton have maintained their Quality Business Accreditation with AUSactive - highlighting their commitment to service excellence and consistent delivery of...
Jan 27, 2025
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Fitness
Dreamworld farewells The Claw
Dreamworld bid an emotional farewell to The Claw today, as the popular attraction swung for the final time - ending a two-decade legacy. Since opening in 2004, The Claw has been...
Jan 27, 2025
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Attractions
South Australian Government funding supports beach access
The South Australian Government has delivered new funding to allow for the expansion in the 2025 summer season of the estara beach access program for people with disabilities...
Jan 27, 2025
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Aquatics
Who do you trust in 2025?
A few decades ago, news media in the ‘western world’ was among the most trusted of institutions. Yet today, largely as the result of polarisation, manipulation and the dismissal...
Jan 27, 2025
New 20km Southern Headlands Walk for NSW south coast
The addition of a new 20km walk between Narrawallee and Burrill Lake will support the NSW south coast become a leading destination for hikers and nature lovers. Thanks to...
Jan 27, 2025
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Katapult 2030 Trends Report charts future for themed entertainment industry
A newly released report from UK-based themed attractions, experiences and destinations design team Katapult has looked at how consumer behaviour megatrends will change the...
Jan 27, 2025
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NSW Sports Facilities continue to secure Lifesaving Defibrillators
The NSW Government has today announced the delivery of almost 200 life-saving defibrillators to sporting and recreation organisations across the state - bringing the total...
Jan 27, 2025
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Wellness
Ticketbooth and Audience Republic partner to introduce new CRM and marketing tools
Ticketbooth, a product of Leap Event Technology, has extended its partnership with all-in-one event marketing platform, Audience Republic to provide clients with access to a...
Jan 27, 2025
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Ignite Fitness Business returns in March
Following sell-out events in 2024, independent gym owner Mel Tempest, founder of the Ignite Fitness Business events series, has announced that the program’s first event of the...
Jan 27, 2025
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Logan City Council invites tenders to manage four aquatic centres
Logan City Council has released a tender for the management and operation of four aquatic centres. These are the facilities at: Logan North Beenleigh Eagleby (seasonal) Bethania...
Jan 27, 2025
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Tenders
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