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Comiskey Group Unveils $350K Renovation of Imperial Hotel Eumundi’s Band Room

Comiskey Group Unveils $350K Renovation of Imperial Hotel Eumundi’s Band Room

The Comiskey Group has unveiled a $350,000 transformation of the band room at the iconic Imperial Hotel Eumundi, breathing new life into one of Queensland’s most beloved regional music venues. The…

By Jade Kennedy - Jun 10, 2025
Comiskey Group Unveils $350K Renovation of Imperial Hotel Eumundi’s Band Room

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Comiskey Group Unveils $350K Renovation of Imperial Hotel Eumundi’s Band Room

The Comiskey Group has unveiled a $350,000 transformation of the band room at the iconic Imperial Hotel Eumundi, breathing new life into one of Queensland’s most beloved regional music venues. The…

By Jade Kennedy - Jun 10, 2025
Night at the Barracks Expands Nationally with Brisbane Launch of Night at the Parkland

Night at the Barracks Expands Nationally with Brisbane Launch of Night at the Parkland

Australian-owned events company Second Sunday has announced the return of its flagship concert series Night at The Barracks for a fourth year—alongside the launch of a new sibling event, Night at The…

By Jade Kennedy - May 15, 2025
Night at the Barracks Expands Nationally with Brisbane Launch of Night at the Parkland

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Night at the Barracks Expands Nationally with Brisbane Launch of Night at the Parkland

Australian-owned events company Second Sunday has announced the return of its flagship concert series Night at The Barracks for a fourth year—alongside the launch of a new sibling event, Night at The…

By Jade Kennedy - May 15, 2025
‘People Still Save for Gigs That Matter’: New Report Explores How Australians Engage with Live Music

‘People Still Save for Gigs That Matter’: New Report Explores How Australians Engage with Live Music

Australians still love going to a show and they’ll save up for the big moments, even though play-money is hard to come by. That’s one of the takeaways from Listening in: Insights on Live Music…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 29, 2025
‘People Still Save for Gigs That Matter’: New Report Explores How Australians Engage with Live Music

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‘People Still Save for Gigs That Matter’: New Report Explores How Australians Engage with Live Music

Australians still love going to a show and they’ll save up for the big moments, even though play-money is hard to come by. That’s one of the takeaways from Listening in: Insights on Live Music…

By Lars Brandle - Apr 29, 2025
'It's an Institution': Peter Noble Talks Long-Term Future of Bluesfest

'It's an Institution': Peter Noble Talks Long-Term Future of Bluesfest

"Certain things are going to have to happen now for it to move into the next decade,” Peter Noble tells TMN.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 24, 2025
'It's an Institution': Peter Noble Talks Long-Term Future of Bluesfest

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'It's an Institution': Peter Noble Talks Long-Term Future of Bluesfest

"Certain things are going to have to happen now for it to move into the next decade,” Peter Noble tells TMN.

By Lars Brandle - Apr 24, 2025
‘Festivals Are Back’: Bluesfest 2025 Boasts Third-Biggest Attendance

‘Festivals Are Back’: Bluesfest 2025 Boasts Third-Biggest Attendance

“We’ve had the highest attendance of any Australian festival since pre-COVID at 109,000 attendances - the third-biggest event we've done".

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2025
‘Festivals Are Back’: Bluesfest 2025 Boasts Third-Biggest Attendance

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‘Festivals Are Back’: Bluesfest 2025 Boasts Third-Biggest Attendance

“We’ve had the highest attendance of any Australian festival since pre-COVID at 109,000 attendances - the third-biggest event we've done".

By Lars Brandle - Apr 22, 2025
With a New Venue, Rabbits Eat Lettuce Festival Pulls a 'Rabbit Out of the Hat'

With a New Venue, Rabbits Eat Lettuce Festival Pulls a 'Rabbit Out of the Hat'

Announced Thursday afternoon, REL 2025 will now take place this Easter at Crystal Springs, a 3,500-acre property in Stonelands.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
With a New Venue, Rabbits Eat Lettuce Festival Pulls a 'Rabbit Out of the Hat'

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With a New Venue, Rabbits Eat Lettuce Festival Pulls a 'Rabbit Out of the Hat'

Announced Thursday afternoon, REL 2025 will now take place this Easter at Crystal Springs, a 3,500-acre property in Stonelands.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 20, 2025
Lollapalooza 2025: RÜFÜS DU SOL, Dom Dolla, Royel Otis Lead Australian Contingent

Lollapalooza 2025: RÜFÜS DU SOL, Dom Dolla, Royel Otis Lead Australian Contingent

Leading the Aussie vanguard at Lollapalooza 2025 are ARIA Award winners Dom Dolla, Royel Otis and RÜFÜS DU SOL.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 19, 2025
Lollapalooza 2025: RÜFÜS DU SOL, Dom Dolla, Royel Otis Lead Australian Contingent

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Lollapalooza 2025: RÜFÜS DU SOL, Dom Dolla, Royel Otis Lead Australian Contingent

Leading the Aussie vanguard at Lollapalooza 2025 are ARIA Award winners Dom Dolla, Royel Otis and RÜFÜS DU SOL.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 19, 2025
Vivid Live 2025: New Venues, Big Celebrations & Industry Insights

Vivid Live 2025: New Venues, Big Celebrations & Industry Insights

As Vivid Sydney prepares for its 2025 edition, the festival’s music programming is taking a significant leap forward—not just in lineup diversity, but in scope and industry impact. With the addition…

By Jessica Lynch - Mar 12, 2025
Vivid Live 2025: New Venues, Big Celebrations & Industry Insights

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Vivid Live 2025: New Venues, Big Celebrations & Industry Insights

As Vivid Sydney prepares for its 2025 edition, the festival’s music programming is taking a significant leap forward—not just in lineup diversity, but in scope and industry impact. With the addition…

By Jessica Lynch - Mar 12, 2025
John Rostron Locked in for Keynote at 2025 Australian Festival Industry Conference

John Rostron Locked in for Keynote at 2025 Australian Festival Industry Conference

Now entering its fourth event, and heading to Brisbane for the first time, AFIC is the region’s powwow for festival management professionals.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 10, 2025
John Rostron Locked in for Keynote at 2025 Australian Festival Industry Conference

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John Rostron Locked in for Keynote at 2025 Australian Festival Industry Conference

Now entering its fourth event, and heading to Brisbane for the first time, AFIC is the region’s powwow for festival management professionals.

By Lars Brandle - Mar 10, 2025
Australian Promoters Take Spotlight On Pollstar's Year-End List

Australian Promoters Take Spotlight On Pollstar's Year-End List

Although Live Nation globally dominated Pollstar's 2024 year-end Promoter List, five Australian promoters have cracked the top 100.

By Jade Kennedy - Jan 9, 2025
Australian Promoters Take Spotlight On Pollstar's Year-End List

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Australian Promoters Take Spotlight On Pollstar's Year-End List

Although Live Nation globally dominated Pollstar's 2024 year-end Promoter List, five Australian promoters have cracked the top 100.

By Jade Kennedy - Jan 9, 2025
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