Auckland's NZICC burns

Photo: RNZ / Danielle Street

Auckland's SkyCity Convention Centre is still ablaze at the time of writing, after a fire began in the roof of what is currently a construction site. The official cause of the blaze is unknown, but early reports pointed the finger at an unattended blowtorch. The new Convention Centre is a $700m project, and was due to hold its first conference in 12 months. READ MORE>

NSW Govt won't consult on Festival legislation

Pic: The Hon. Victor Dominello, MP, Member for Ryde, Minister for Customer Service

The NSW Live music industry is stunned as the Minister commits to consultation only after new legislation is passed. READ>

Over 6 Million Pixels For MCEC

ULA Group has supplied the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre with VuePix Infiled LED screen technology, delivering eight supersized screens throughout their award-winning complex. READ MORE>

Canberra's Capital Sound & Lighting retire

Canberra based sound and lighting business Capital Sound & Lighting have announced their company retirement after 10 years providing audio visual services. READ MORE>

Aussies Recognised at Allen & Heath 50th

TAG's Stephen Bray and Andrew Crawford were presented with A&H's ‘Distributor of the Year’ award at the brand's 50th birthday celebrations in the UK. “This is a huge honour for us and it’s a humbling experience to be here and receive this award among our international peers,” said Bray. “It’s fair to say we’d drive the Ampervan to the moon and back if Allen & Heath asked us to,” added Crawford. READ MORE>

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