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Blockbuster Bledisloe Cup returns to Optus Stadium in 2025

The Bledisloe Cup will return to Perth’s Optus Stadium on 4th October 2025 and will notably be the only match of the Cup held in Australia next year. The event is one of the...

NTIA 2024 recognise outstanding contributions from Australian tourism industry

The 2024 National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA) were held on 26th October with the sold-out event at ICC Sydney bringing together the Australian tourism industry’s finest to...

Pickleball and Augmented Reality Fitness a focus at Global Sources Sports and Outdoor Show

With growing global awareness of health consciousness, the sports and outdoor industry is experiencing explosive growth. The Global Sources Sports and Outdoor Show first...

New measures amplify protection for NSW live music venues

New measures introduced by the NSW Government will give extra protection to Live music venues across the state against threats to their survival. As part of the second tranche...

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Art installation event sees 5,500 nude participants transform Brisbane’s Story Bridge

Brisbane has today experienced an unusual transformation of its Story Bridge with 5,500 nude participants coming together for ‘Rising Tide’, a monumental live nude installation...

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Tourism Tropical North Queensland recognises excellence at 2024 awards

The Tropical North Queensland tourism industry recognised its innovative people and products at the 2024 Expedia Group TNQ Tourism Industry Excellence Awards held on Friday...

New networking experiences and creative activations among IAAPA Expo 2024 offerings

IAAPA Expo, the premier event for the global attractions industry, will feature an array of new offerings for attendees this year. In addition to a sold-out trade show floor and...

Career Kickstart Training Program among initiatives revealed at ATIA inaugural Beyond Borders Summit

During the inaugural Beyond Borders Summit, held Friday 25th October at ICC Sydney, the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) unveiled a series of landmark initiatives...

IBM study shows sport fans as being ready to embrace AI-powered digital experiences

Sports fans’ collective appetite for data analytics is continuing to grow - as evidenced by a newly released IBM study and by several presentation at this week’s Australia...

Shane Warne stand unveiled at Junction Oval in Melbourne

A heritage listed grandstand at Melbourne’s Junction Oval, where the late Shane Warne made his first-class cricket debut, was yesterday renamed in his honour. The newly named...

Sydney's Footbridge Theatre to reopen after almost 20 years

After almost 20 years of use as a lecture hall, the University of Sydney’s Footbridge Theatre is set to reopen - managed by the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. First opened in...

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MCG Breakfast event kicks off Disability Sport and Recreation CEO Wheelchair Challenge

A breakfast event at the MCG has launched the 2024 Disability Sport and Recreation (DSR) CEO Wheelchair Challenge. Held on Thursday morning (24th October) as part of Australia...

Free ferry fares launched for community to enjoy HOTA experience

The Gold Coast’s locally owned and operated on-water, sight-seeing cruise, the ‘Hopo Ferry’ has launched ‘Free Fare Sunday’ between Surfers Paradise and Home of the Arts (HOTA)....

Revitalised Lake Parramatta set for reopening after $1.4 million upgrade

Western Sydney swimming spot Lake Parramatta will reopen this weekend for the summer season complete with its own beach, after a $1.4 million upgrade funded by the NSW...

Kai Tak Sports Park set to stage first event

Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Sports Park is set to stage its first event on Sunday, with 1,500 spectators expected to attend a local second division football match between Sai Kung and...

Questions asked over Marvel Stadium security measures for Travis Scott concerts

Reports and imagery of concertgoers jumping barricades, fighting and throwing objects into the audience during American rapper Travis Scott's concerts at Melbourne's Marvel...

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Ocean Park Hong Kong announces AJ Hackett partnership to deliver new adventure zone

Aiming to diversify its product opening, Ocean Park Hong Kong has unveiled plans for a new adventure activity precinct that will feature zip lines, bungee jumping, a ropes...

Blockbusters at Perth venues contribute to $286 million boost for Western Australian economy

Premier Perth venues including RAC Arena, Optus Stadium and HBF Park with their ability to hold massive crowd numbers and deliver impressive and memorable event experiences,...

APOLA President Bruce Hopkins partners with GOswim to promote 'float to survive' message

Bruce ‘Hoppo’ Hopkins, President of the Australian Professional and Ocean Lifeguards Association (APOLA) and Bondi Rescue identity is partnering with swim school, GOswim, to...

Healthy Ageing Summit 2025 to explore future of active, healthy living

The Healthy Ageing Institute has announced the Healthy Ageing Summit 2025 - with the theme ‘The Way to the Future’ - will be held from 30th to 31st May at the Crowne Plaza Hotel...

Sport NZ campaign spotlights importance of play

Play Week Aotearoa 2024 runs from 26th October to 1st November with a Sport NZ Campaign introducing the ‘Play Lab’ where children will show the importance of play and how it...

New members appointed to Football Australia’s Development Committee

Football Australia’s Development Committee plays a key role of contributing effectively to Football Australia’s strategic football development initiatives. To strengthen the...

MCEC provides hub for addressing pressing environmental challenges

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) this week hosted the Waste Expo and All-Energy Australia conference, showcasing the latest innovations in waste reduction and...

Busselton $44 million Convention and Performing Arts Centre nears completion

Busselton's new $44 million Convention and Performing Arts Centre - ‘Saltwater’ - is nearing completion with an anticipated opening forecast for mid-2025. Situated across from...

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