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October dates confirmed for 24th World Travel and Tourism Council Global Summit in Perth
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has confirmed that its 24th Global Summit in Perth will be held from 8th to 10th October. With Perth announced last November as the first ever…
read moreAustralian Government bolsters rugby league in Papua New Guinea
The Australian Government is continuing its support for rugby league player development in Papua New Guinea with further assistance for high-performance pathways and the participation of…
read moreIranian Government eases restrictions on women entering football stadiums
Longstanding restrictions on Iranian women watching live football in the nation’s sport stadia -marked by high profile protests over the years - appear to have been eased with 3,000…
read moreMalaysia’s ALIFE calls for end to politicisation of concerts
Malaysia’s Arts, Live Festival and Events Association (ALIFE) has called on the nation’s Government to stop the politicisation of concerts. ALIFE made the plea following the…
read moreFootball Australia rules out 2034 FIFA World Cup bid in boost for Saudi Arabia hopes
Football Australia has issued a statement advising that it has decided against bidding for the hosting rights for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, opening the way for Saudi Arabia to host the…
read morePATA Chair says tourism faces threats of climate change and geopolitical unrest
Peter Semone, Chair of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), has delivered a sobering message to delegates at the PTM Forum, held this week in conjunction with PATA Travel Mart…
read moreEasing diplomatic tensions to see renewal of home-and-away football fixtures between Iran and Saudi Arabia
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced that the national football teams and clubs of Saudi Arabia and Iran have reached an agreement to play matches between them on a…
read moreAustralian Government commits $5.5 million to boost Papua New Guinea pathway to NRL
The Australian Government’s ongoing sporting diplomacy among its neighbours in Oceania has seen Federal Minister for International Development and the Pacific Pat Conroy announce a…
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