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Burwood Council commits to Enfield Aquatic Centre upgrades

Burwood Council in inner western Sydney has unveiled plans for upgrades to its Enfield Aquatic Centre that include a new 25 metre pool. Explaining that the upgrades will cater for a surge…

Oct 17, 2019 Aquatics / Recreation /

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens Visitor and Event Centre now open

Aiming to attract new visitors to the green space, the new $9.9 million George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens Visitor and Event Centre is now complete. Providing a hub for visitors to learn…

Oct 17, 2019 Attractions / Education / Parks / Recreation / Tourism /

Wellington’s Public Trust Hall set to reopen after renovations

After 11 months of renovations, Wellington's Public Trust Hall will be officially opened at a formal reception on Monday 21st October by New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.…

Oct 17, 2019 Events / Hospitality / Venues /

TodayTix joins Sydney Festival as Digital Ticketing Technology Partner

TodayTix, the premier digital gateway to arts and cultural experiences, has partnered with Sydney Festival to give fans of theatre, music and beyond the opportunity to discover the best…

Oct 17, 2019 Entertainment / Events / Ticketing /

YMCA Victoria backs Sport Australia’s position on physical literacy

YMCA Victoria has endorsed Sport Australia’s national Position Statement on Physical Literacy, released on Tuesday this week. YMCA Victoria joins 50 Australian sporting…

Oct 17, 2019 Education / Fitness / Wellness /

Gold Coast SUNS to take AFL Premiership games to the Northern Territory

Struggling AFL expansion club the Gold Coast SUNS will move one of its Premiership games to Darwin every season for the next four years, under a deal with the Northern Territory Government…

Oct 17, 2019 Sport / Venues /

New ticketing initiatives drive increased attendances at Shanghai Tennis Masters

A 20% rise in attendances at the 2019 Shanghai Tennis Masters have been driven by new ticketing initiatives adopted by the organisers. The 11th edition of the event held at the Qizhong…

Oct 17, 2019 Events / Marketing / Sport / Ticketing / Venues /

Ban on large events in Sydney’s Hyde Park leaves organisers searching for new venues

A decision by the City of Sydney council to ban large, multi-day events at Hyde Park from next year is forcing the organisers of two of Sydney’s biggest events to find new venues.…

Oct 17, 2019 Events / Parks /