As a singer-songwriter, publicist, venue booker, manager, and Brunswick Music Festival programmer, Emily Ulman's experience in, and scope of, the music industry is second to none. That's why it's so exciting that, in its second year, she has taken over as programmer...

In huge news for Townsville, Elton John will be the first to perform at the new 25,000 seat stadium when he arrives at the venue on Saturday 29 February 2020. A lucky Townsville resident, Lyndsey Goriss was first in line, making history when she purchased the first...

The partnership will see a host of initiatives launched across the portfolio of Live Nation and Ticketmaster companies in Australia and New Zealand, while also aiming to bring together the wider industry to tackle the current challenges and capitalise on the...

You probably know him best as the bassist for legendary Australian rockers Powderfinger, but now John ‘JC’ Collins has a new venture in his sights – Brisbane’s Fortitude Music Hall. We chatted to JC about his new venue, ahead of their huge opening night event, to get...

Held at the Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester UK, TheStadiumBusiness Awards are the stadium industry’s most respected awards program, celebrating the most innovative and leading sports facilities from around the world. Melbourne's Marvel Stadium has been recognised...

With almost 30 years of experience in live entertainment, Live Nation Australasia's Chief Executive Officer Roger Field has seen many changes and developments take place. Through his current position, Field has been at the forefront of it all.  Live Nation Australasia...

The 2019 Presidents Cup marks just the third time in 25 years (held biennially) that the tournament will take place in Victoria. As a special treat for VMA Congress attendees, Ticketmaster will host the Presidents Cup trophy at our VMA Congress booth from Monday 27...

As Ticketmaster (International)'s Chief Product Officer, Troy Suda is responsible for defining and implementing the company's product strategy and development across 18 countries, including Australia and New Zealand. From HQ in London, he leads a team of more than 80...

Forum Melbourne will be the first venue in Australia to switch towards a fully mobile ticketing service which will transform the fan experience and simplify the ticket process from start to finish.  The partnership will allow Marriner Group to utilise the latest tool...

Following the announcement in March that Splendour In The Grass had secured their permanent home at North Byron Bay Parklands, the festival increased their capacity to 42,500, After announcing another huge lineup for 2019 – featuring over 100 acts across four stages,...

Many of New Zealand’s biggest musical acts will come together at Auckland’s Spark Arena to raise funds and stand in solidarity for those affected by the Christchurch terror attacks. All proceeds from ticket sales for the concert events, You Are Us/Aroha Nui, will go...

The Venue Management Association (VMA), the number one venue industry network in the Asia and Pacific region, will bring together an impressive lineup for their 2019 Asia Pacific Venue Industry Congress. With both an impressive sporting pedigree, being a three-time...