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Ticketmaster and YouTube to connect music fans to upcoming concerts

A new initiative between Ticketmaster and YouTube will see Australian concert event listings and ticket purchase opportunities integrated into the artists’ official channels.…

Oct 21, 2019 Entertainment / Technology / Ticketing /

New Universal Studios in Beijing to use facial recognition for guest access

The developers of the Universal Beijing Resort have announced they will install facial recognition technology to allow for ticketless entry to the under-construction theme park and…

Oct 21, 2019 Attractions / Entertainment / Technology / Ticketing / Tourism /

Eventbrite and YouTube partnership officially launches in Australia and New Zealand

Eventbrite's integration with YouTube has been officially launched in Australia and New Zealand with the combination of Australasia's biggest music streaming service with the…

Oct 17, 2019 Entertainment / Events / Technology / Ticketing /

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 /

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 /

Ardent Leisure raises Dreamworld ticket costs

Following Village Roadshow's decision to move away from ticket discounting for its Gold Coast theme parks, Ardent Leisure is to raise the cost of entry at its Dreamworld and WhiteWater…

Oct 17, 2019 Attractions / Entertainment / Finance / Ticketing / Tourism /

Adelaide Venue Management Corporation warns fans over unofficial Coopers Stadium website

The Adelaide Venue Management Corporation (AVMC) has issued an online warning to consumers looking to purchase tickets for A-League matches at Coopers Stadium. AVMC, which manages the…

Oct 15, 2019 Entertainment / Legal / Sport / Technology / Ticketing /

Brisbane venues thrive as Stadiums Queensland operations deliver more than $300 million in economic benefit

Venues in Brisbane - and the Brisbane Entertainment Centre in particular - were Stadiums Queensland’s star performers during 2018/19, while stadia outside of the Queensland capital…

Oct 10, 2019 Entertainment / Events / Sport / Ticketing / Venues /