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Burqini creator defends swimwear against French beach ban

A ban on women wearing burqini swimsuits at a number of French beaches has thrust Sydney-based fashion designer Aheda Zanetti into the international media spotlight. With France’s…

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Aug 21, 2016 Aquatics / Culture / Legal / Retail /

 
 

Adelaide agrees major festival partnership with Edinburgh’s flagship events

Adelaide has officially partnered with the world’s biggest festival city, Edinburgh, with the signing of a series of agreements that set out joint goals for artistic, business and…

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Aug 17, 2016 Arts / Culture / Entertainment / Ticketing / Venues /

 
 

Free Wi-Fi continues to grow in Napier

Napier City Council’s support of free Wi-Fi within the city has proven popular with both residents and visitors. Launched five years ago by local telecommunications company…

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Aug 15, 2016 Culture / Entertainment / Technology / Tourism /

 
 

UNESCO report urges protection of oceans with World Heritage status

The World Heritage Centre has urged the planet’s governments to expand its World Heritage programme to include sites in international waters. In an effort to preserve high seas…

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Aug 14, 2016 Culture / Environment / Tourism /

 
 

Sydney Opera House set for $202 million renewal

Plans for the biggest renovation of the Sydney Opera House since it was opened in 1973 have been unveiled, with $202 million to be spent on revamping the concert hall and upgrading other…

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Aug 11, 2016 Culture / Design / Entertainment / Venues /

 
 

Opera House opening the first stage in the largest cultural centre in the world

Set to be a momentous event for the United Arab Emirates, the upcoming opening of the Dubai Opera House on 31st August is just the first stage in what is planned as the world’s…

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Aug 6, 2016 Arts / Culture / Entertainment / Finance / Venues /

 
 

Record year for Adelaide’s major festivals

Adelaide’s major cultural events have enjoyed a remarkable year, with the Adelaide Festival, Adelaide Fringe and WOMADelaide 2016 each surpassing box office targets and breaking…

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Aug 4, 2016 Culture / Entertainment / Events / Ticketing / Venues /

 
 

Architects unveil design for Perth’s new WA Museum

Architects Hassell + OMA have unveiled their design for Perth’s $428 million Western Australian Museum building. The design by the two international design practices combines a mix…

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Aug 1, 2016 Attractions / Culture / Design /

 
 

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