News: Security

VMA reports cyberattack

The Venue Management Association [Asia and Pacific] has reported that it has experienced a cyberattack targeting its email systems. In a communication to members it advises “we…

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Jan 20, 2025 Entertainment / Security / Technology / Venues /

 
 

Victoria Police to increase charges for patrols and security at major entertainment and sport events

A major revision of fees will see major sporting events, festivals and concerts having to pay more for patrolling and security undertaken by Victoria Police. The first adjustment to…

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Jan 10, 2025 Entertainment / Finance / Safety / Security / Venues /

 
 

Hong Kong Police arrest five over sale of fake concert tickets

Hong Kong Police have arrested five men for allegedly selling fake tickets to Cantopop Andy Lau Tak-wah holiday season concerts at the Hong Kong Coliseum via online platforms. Inspector…

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Jan 7, 2025 Entertainment / Legal / Security / Ticketing /

 
 

Bushfire evacuation centre opened at Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre

Out-of-control bushfires in Western Australia's south have prompted the opening of an evacuation centre at the Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre over recent days. The facility opened…

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Jan 3, 2025 Aquatics / Environment / Recreation / Safety / Security /

 
 

VMA looks back on its achievements through 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, the Venue Management Association [Asia and Pacific] has looked back on “a year of growth, collaboration, and learning”. In a social media post, the…

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Dec 30, 2024 Entertainment / Security / Sport / Ticketing / Venues /

 
 

Auditor-General critical of Tourism Australia’s spending though uncompetitive procurement processes

Tourism Australia is under fire for outsourcing the majority of its budget on third-party contractors in deals that did not have competitive tenders. The Auditor General report into…

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Dec 20, 2024 Finance / Government / Marketing / Security / Tourism /

 
 

World Athletics moves to protect 25 athletes from online abuse

Following the release of findings from a four-year report analysing online abuse in athletics, World Athletics has offered 25 athletes year-round AI protection on their social media…

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Dec 19, 2024 Safety / Security / Sport /

 
 

Rockhampton Zoo conducts ‘live’ animal escape drill

Rockhampton Zoo has carried out a simulated animal escape drill, with staff looking for Zoo Director Liz Bellward dressed up as a giant bird exhibit that had escaped. The simulated escape…

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Dec 19, 2024 Attractions / Safety / Security / Tourism / Zoos /

 
 

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