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Kerri Glasscock to step down from roles as Sydney Fringe Chief Executive and Festival Director
Sydney Fringe has advised that after 12 years, Kerri Glasscock will be stepping down from her dual roles as Sydney Fringe Chief Executive and Festival Director. Glasscock will...
Apr 30, 2025
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New Taipei City Art Museum opens and commits to becoming all inclusive
The New Taipei City Art Museum (NTCAM) opened on 25th April with a commitment to becoming a 'Museum for All', offering diverse exhibitions across five floors and a vast outdoor...
Apr 30, 2025
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Green Music Australia report reveals impact of extreme weather on live music attendance and ticket sales
Green Music Australia and RMIT University have today released a new report looking into how the consequences of climate change and extreme weather are already impacting...
Apr 30, 2025
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New Chief Executive among leadership appointments announced for Parks Victoria
New leadership appointments have been announced for Parks Victoria to ensure that the state's public land remains open and accessible for all Victorians to enjoy. Lee Miezis has...
Apr 30, 2025
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ARIA and PPCA appoint Nick Esmore to newly created role of Finance Director
The Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) and the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) have appointed Nick Esmore to the newly created role of Finance...
Apr 30, 2025
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Record crowds drive third successive surplus for Netball Australia
Record crowds and rising broadcast audiences have helped drive Netball Australia to its third consecutive operating surplus. Netball Australia’s full year financial results for...
Apr 30, 2025
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Change of scope for Willoughby Leisure Centre refurbishment sees budget rise by $26 million
The latest example of delays and cost increases for an aquatic centre redevelopment in metropolitan Sydney has seen Willoughby City Council announce a 61% increase in its budget...
Apr 30, 2025
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EOI opens for advisory committee to oversee integration of museums into Borough of Queenscliffe’s Strategic Framework
The Borough of Queenscliffe Council has acknowledged the significant contribution of the Borough’s museums to its heritage, arts, culture, community and economic development. At...
Apr 30, 2025
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Red Bull athletes support Wings for Life ‘runners of all ability’ event
Red Bull athletes are supporting 'Wings for Life' as the largest global ‘runners of all ability’ event aims to set a new world record for the number of runners on Sunday 4th...
Apr 30, 2025
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Paddle Australia launches new strategic plan
Paddle Australia has today unveiled ‘Paddle Forward 32’ - its new strategic plan which sets up a bold new vision for paddling in Australia. Paddle Forward 32 has been developed...
Apr 30, 2025
Sport
Midnight Mafia to be second music festival to participate in NSW pill testing trial
Midnight Mafia being held on 3rd May 2025 will be the second music festival to participate in the NSW pill testing trial. The first trial site was located at the Yours and Owls...
Apr 29, 2025
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UNESCO forum in Hangzhou spotlights efforts of museums to be engaging and accessible
Over 100 museum directors, curators, and cultural leaders gathered at the third UNESCO High-Level Forum for Museums on 24th April in Hangzhou, China to explore how museums can...
Apr 29, 2025
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Aerial Shark patrol season extended for beaches along South Australia's coastline
Shark surveillance aircraft will continue to monitor beaches on weekends along South Australia's coastline for an additional month following sustained warmer weather and shark...
Apr 29, 2025
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Victoria University research shows high sport avoidance during menstruation
According to new Victoria University research, free period products should be made mandatory at all community sporting facilities to support those who menstruate and play sport....
Apr 29, 2025
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NRL fans at Suncorp Stadium able to support flood affected western Queensland farmers
A sellout crowd is expected at Suncorp Stadium this weekend to cheer on their favourite teams in the NRL Magic Round, with fans able to support flood affected western Queensland...
Apr 29, 2025
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Dubai secures recognition as first Certified Autism Destination in Eastern Hemisphere
Dubai has officially secured recognition as the first Certified Autism Destination™ in the Eastern Hemisphere – a designation which underscores a citywide effort to make the...
Apr 29, 2025
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Independent inquiry to be launched into future of ACT club industry
Across Australia’s eastern states, clubs and pubs are increasingly shunning poker machines mostly in response to the growing anger across the nation about the impact of...
Apr 29, 2025
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Rescued critically endangered Fijian iguanas welcomed at San Diego Zoo
Wildlife smuggling is a real problem threatening Fiji’s endangered iguana populations that are already facing pressures from expanding human activities and invasive alien...
Apr 29, 2025
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Belgravia Leisure welcomes Liberal election pledge to fund Yarrambat Park Golf Course upgrades
Belgravia Leisure has welcomed a Federal election announcement from the Liberal candidate for McEwan, Jason McClintock to commit $400,000 to improvements at the Yarrambat Park...
Apr 29, 2025
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Australian Tourism Exchange 2025 gets underway in Brisbane
The Australian Tourism Exchange 2025 (ATE25) is underway at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre with local tourism operators to be showcased to more than 720...
Apr 29, 2025
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GoCardless research reveals that dishonour fees erode gym member loyalty
New research has revealed that fitness facilities across Australia are losing members to ‘dishonour fees’ charged by their payment providers. The research from bank payment...
Apr 28, 2025
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Hyrox appoints new Technical Director to oversee elite competition
Having moved beyond just being a fitness race to fast becoming a professional sport with a global following and serious athletic prestige, Hyrox has appointed Mat Lock as the...
Apr 28, 2025
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City of Darwin and Swimming Northern Territory look to develop new Olympic and Paralympic training facility
The City of Darwin is backing a proposal from Swimming Northern Territory, supported by Swimming Australia and other stakeholders, to build a new land-based Olympic and...
Apr 28, 2025
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LEGOLAND Malaysia opens world first LEGO Flower Garden
LEGOLAND Malaysia has this week opened their new LEGO Flower Garden Miniland - a vibrant fusion of LEGO artistry and nature - and a world first. LEGOLAND Malaysia recognised...
Apr 28, 2025
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