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Former Chief Executive of Harvest Rain Theatre Company faces multiple abuse charges
The identity of the Brisbane theatre producer charged with numerous child and adult sex offences has been confirmed as former Harvest Rain Theatre Company Chief Executive,...
Jan 16, 2025
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Arts
18,000 fans expected for trial concert at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park
Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park is set to welcome its largest attendance to date on Saturday, with 18,000 people expected at the main stadium’s first trial concert, ahead of a...
Jan 16, 2025
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Indigenous tourism to be expanded across Western Australia
The Federal and Western Australian Governments are investing $6 million to expand indigenous tourism across the state. The Strategic Indigenous Tourism Projects are aimed at...
Jan 16, 2025
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Environment
'Miserable weather' impacts guest numbers at Hastings Splash Planet
Poor weather during its traditional peak summer period has impacted guest numbers at the Splash Planet waterpark and amusement attraction in Hawke’s Bay with Hastings District...
Jan 16, 2025
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Mary Valley Rattler ventures into the past to mark Australia Day 2025
Gympie’s popular tourist attraction, the Mary Valley Rattler is offering a special Australia Day service allowing passengers to take their own trip back into Australia’s...
Jan 16, 2025
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Rugby goal posts returned and reinstated at Alice Springs’ Anzac Oval
Rugby goal posts have been returned and reinstated for use ahead of the 2025 rugby season at Anzac Oval in Alice Springs with Northern Territory construction company BluePrint...
Jan 16, 2025
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Venues
New Chair announced for BEIA approved Professional Conference Organisers Group
Rachel Cook has been appointed Chair of the Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) Approved Professional Conference Organisers (PCO) Group. BEIA is the official...
Jan 16, 2025
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Venues
Lighting upgrades make Springwood Tennis Club safer and more inclusive
Blue Mountains Council has advised that major upgrades to Springwood Tennis Club are now complete with new LED floodlighting creating a safer, more inclusive, and...
Jan 16, 2025
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Surfaces
Western Queenslanders contribute to 20-year tourism masterplan discussion
The Queensland Government has advised that it is developing a “visionary 20-year tourism plan for Queensland that reflects the voices of our vibrant industry and diverse...
Jan 16, 2025
Tourism
Inaugural Singapore Tennis Invitational Cup to be hosted at Kallang Tennis Hub
Organised by Singapore Tennis Association in partnership with Kallang Alive Sport Management, the inaugural Singapore Tennis Invitational Cup is being hosted at the Singapore...
Jan 16, 2025
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Sport
UNSW Beach Safety Group researcher calls for ‘consensus’ on water safety messages
With the summer period seeing a rise in drownings, Samuel Cornell, a University of NSW PhD Candidate, has questioned the effectiveness of marketing campaigns designed to...
Jan 15, 2025
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SportNXT 2025 to address key issues facing sport
SportNXT, Melbourne’s annual global sport business summit, has released details of the issues and many of the speakers that will feature at the fourth edition of what has become...
Jan 15, 2025
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Venues
Belgravia Leisure signs up to R&A Women in Golf Charter
Belgravia Leisure, the operator of nine golf courses across Australia as well as a range of aquatic and recreation centres, has become just the second golf management company in...
Jan 15, 2025
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Golf
Cumberland City Council advises of upgrades at multiple playgrounds
With an aim to help families connect, play and stay active, Cumberland City Council has advised of a series of upgrades to playground and recreational spaces across its local...
Jan 15, 2025
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Parks
AIS appoints Jenni Banks to drive coaching expertise for Para athletes ahead of Brisbane 2032
Renowned coach Jenni Banks has been appointed by the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) to ensure the nation’s Para athletes have access to the world’s best coaches in the lead...
Jan 15, 2025
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Auckland Council replaces derelict tennis courts with green open space
Following the closure of Auckland’s Mt Roskill Tennis Club, the courts at Arthur Faulkner Park slowly became an eyesore - occupying much of the reserve space. Auckland Council...
Jan 15, 2025
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Parks
Putney Park Swim Site opening postponed due to Sydney’s severe storm activity
Severe storm activity across Sydney this week, with more inclement weather forecasted has seen the City of Ryde postpone the official opening of the Putney Park swim site from...
Jan 15, 2025
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New operator announced for Wimmera River Pedal Boats tourism offering
Horsham Rural City Council has appointed private entity, The Boat House, to operate the Wimmera River Pedal Boats. The Boat House has been managing the boats near Horsham City...
Jan 15, 2025
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Infosys unveils latest digital experiences for 2025 Australian Open
Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting has partnered with Tennis Australia to create new Generative AI Innovations at the 2025 Australian...
Jan 15, 2025
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Technology
FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup returns to Singapore Sports Hub
Top basketball players from Asia and Oceania are participating in the FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup when it returns to Singapore Sports Hub from 26th to 30th March for its fourth...
Jan 15, 2025
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Sport
Darkfield premieres its fifth immersive audio experience ‘Invisible’ at Adelaide Fringe
Darkfield is premiering its fifth immersive audio experience Invisible in Australia at the Adelaide Fringe alongside its other experiences ‘Séance’ and ‘Flight’. Darkfield’s...
Jan 15, 2025
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Entertainment
Saudi Arabia’s entertainment authority opens registrations for ‘Happiness Creators’ and unveils investment opportunities
Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority has announced the opening of registration for the fourth cohort of its ‘Entertainment Leaders’ and ‘Entertainment Fellowship’...
Jan 15, 2025
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Entertainment
Sydney's Northern Beaches Council reopens beaches
Sydney's Northern Beaches Council has reopened all beaches apart from Dee Why following the clean-up of marble-sized ball-shaped debris. Council was notified of the debris on...
Jan 15, 2025
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Environment
BTL launches mental wellness treatment ‘Exomind’
BTL, an innovator in medical and aesthetic technologies, has introduced Exomind, powered by ExoTMS technology - a state-of-the-art, non-invasive brain stimulation treatment...
Jan 15, 2025
Wellness /
Technology
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