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Australian promoter Untitled Group partners with live music executive Jessica Ducrou
Australian promoter and music company Untitled Group has announced an ongoing touring partnership with live music industry executive Jessica Ducrou, who has unveiled her new...
Jul 7, 2025
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MadisonAV audio technology enhances Orange Ex-Services Club event capabilities
Specialist distributor of professional and commercial grade audio visual products and solutions, MadisonAV, has completed a significant upgrade to the Orange Ex-Services Club’s...
Jul 7, 2025
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Dealer conference unites Maytronics and Focus networks for the first time
Following the acquisition in October 2024 of Focus Products by Maytronics Australia to enhance pool customer experience, Maytronics Australia has hosted its biggest-ever dealer...
Jul 7, 2025
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EOIs open for 2025 Melbourne International Games Week
With a growing reputation around the world, Melbourne International Games Week (MIGW) brings together local and international games industry leaders, developers, publishers,...
Jul 7, 2025
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ABEA announces board appointment of Colette Baini
The Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) has announced the board appointment of Colette Baini to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Baini is the Founder and...
Jul 7, 2025
Events
Sydney Fringe Festival announces Patrick Kennedy as new Chief Executive and launches 2025 program
Sydney Fringe Festival has announced the appointment of Patrick Kennedy as their new Chief Executive following Kerri Glasscock having stepped down from her dual roles in May...
Jul 7, 2025
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Western Australian Government invests in regional Racing Industry to boost tourism and local economies
The Western Australian Government is investing $25.2 million to upgrade regional racecourse infrastructure aimed at boosting tourism and local economies. The infrastructure...
Jul 7, 2025
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Save Women’s Sport Australasia calls for removing Sport NZ’s Guiding Principles for Transgender Inclusion
Save Women’s Sport Australasia has shared an open letter in which they express their deep concern regarding the ongoing delays in updating Sport New Zealand’s Guiding Principles...
Jul 7, 2025
Sport
Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre to hold intense swimming training camp and competition
Swimming Victoria will host an intense training camp and competition - the 2025 Tri Series - from 8th-12th July at the Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre, attracting...
Jul 6, 2025
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ICC Sydney Theatre moves to Entertainment Centre branding as search for new naming rights sponsor begins
ICC Sydney Theatre is to be temporarily rebranded as the Entertainment Centre as operators of the venue commence a search for a long term naming rights partner. With a...
Jul 6, 2025
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The Hills Shire Council awards tender for Box Hill Lands Sports Complex
The Hills Shire Council has awarded Glascott Landscape and Civil the tender for construction of the new sports complex at Water Lane Reserve in Box Hill, New South Wales. The...
Jul 6, 2025
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Woman undergoes surgery having lost arm in lion attack at Darling Downs Zoo
A woman has lost an arm after being bitten by a lion at Darling Downs Zoo, in Pilton, about 50km south of Toowoomba, west of Brisbane, on Sunday morning 6th July. Emergency...
Jul 6, 2025
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HOYTS expands its D-BOX offering with over 500 new haptic cinema seats
HOYTS and D-BOX are elevating their partnership, delivering more immersive movie experiences to audiences across Australia and New Zealand. HOYTS is expanding its D-BOX offering...
Jul 6, 2025
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AIS athlete ambassadors appointed into leadership positions
The Australian Institute of Sport's ‘Share a Yarn Program’, a powerful program which connects First Nations athletes around Australia, is celebrating its latest win after two...
Jul 6, 2025
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Sydney FC set to seek millions in compensation from Venues NSW over Allianz Stadium drainage issues
Sydney FC are reported to be set to seek millions of dollars in compensation from Venues NSW over drainage issues that the club has experienced during A-League fixtures at...
Jul 6, 2025
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WTTC looks into causes of tourism overcrowding
When the tourism industry is managed well, it fosters cultural exchange, global understanding, and environmental protection. But without smart planning, the benefits it brings...
Jul 6, 2025
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Western Australian-based design and construction team announced for Perth Entertainment Precinct
Following a competitive tender process, the preferred alliance team for the design and construction of the Perth Entertainment and Sporting Precinct is Seymour Whyte...
Jul 6, 2025
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Mogo Trails mountain bike hub supports regional regeneration
Mogo Trails, located in southeast NSW, has officially opened to the public as a premier mountain bike hub. Following its devastation by the Black Summer Bushfires, the trail...
Jul 6, 2025
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Entertainment re-prioritised for Sydney beach destinations Manly and Cronulla
With the NSW Government looking to invigorate Sydney’s night-time economy, two premier city beach destinations suburbs - Manly and Cronulla – will be trialled as Special...
Jul 6, 2025
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Lions Series Fan Zone to be installed at Federation Square for festival of Rugby
40,000 British & Irish Lions rugby fans are expected to be in Melbourne for a week in July to experience world-class rugby, interactive live sites and free, family-friendly...
Jul 6, 2025
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CSIRO partners with Australian Sports Commission to determine benefits of AI to sport
A new world-first research partnership between CSIRO, Australia's national science agency and the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) is aimed at helping Australian sport benefit...
Jul 6, 2025
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UN International Organization for Migration collaborates with YG Entertainment to promote renewable energy
The United Nations' International Organization for Migration (IOM) is collaborating collaboration with YG Entertainment, one of the world's leading K-pop entertainment...
Jul 6, 2025
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Kestrel Nest EcoHut becomes first International DarkSky approved accommodation in Australia
The Kestrel Nest EcoHut, located located at Highfield Farm and Woodland in the Snowy Mountains region of NSW, has been identified by DarkSky International as a place with little...
Jul 6, 2025
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Esports study spotlights benefits of competition
An Esports research study on millions of gamers suggests that from esports arenas to workplaces, rivalry may be the secret to successful teams. As Saudi Arabia kicks off the...
Jul 6, 2025
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