Sydney Showground is Entering a New Era
The recent 10 year anniversary celebration of the Sydney 2000 Olympics prompted me to reflect on just how far we have come as an events-based organisation since the ‘best games ever’.
The Sydney Showground, which played host to a range of Olympic events, now averages over 400 diverse events each year. From business meetings such as NSW Farmers’ annual conference, to unique product launches for clients like Mack Trucks. From trade shows like Better Homes and Gardens Live and The Safety Show to music festivals like Big Day Out. We host a unique range of events.
We continue to make investments in our venues with The Hub now on offer for small business meetings. And while these events are key part of our business, and will remain so, the Sydney Showground is entering a new era.
Sydney Showground has been announced as the homeground for the newest AFL club, Team GWS, and the upgrade to our Main Arena is expected to be completed for the 2012 football season. The upgrade, which brings seating up to 25,000, new media facilities and corporate entertaining facilities, will provide new opportunities for a whole gamut of events. We’ll keep you informed as our unique venue and facilities develop.
As we set out on this exciting stage in our growth, we are pleased to welcome Matthew Phelan to the team as General Manager of Sydney Showground.
Matt is responsible for the Sydney Showground business – from sales to event planning, operations and facilities management. Matt and the team are committed to providing the seamless execution of events to ensure the satisfaction of every one of our customers.
We look forward to a very busy time before Christmas with the V8 Supercars, Stereosonic music festival along with preparations for Amway China in January.
Have a safe and festive Christmas and New Year and we will see you in 2011.
Peter King
Chief Executive
Matthew Phelan appointed General Manager of Sydney Showground.
Matt joins the team from Football Federation Australia (FFA) where he held the position of Senior Manager Hyundai A-League Operations.
With his extensive experience in Sport and Venues operations in NSW, Matt’s expertise will provide invaluable operational support and direction, complementing the strengths of the Sydney Showground team.
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Access Award for Sydney Showground
 Sydney Showground has been presented with the 2010 Access Award for Physical Access by Auburn City Council at their annual Business Awards in September.
Sydney Showground, managed by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, was recognised for providing a venue which allows people with a disability to easily and safely attend the Sydney Royal Easter Show and other large public events.
The RAS is proud to be recognised with this award as the business prides itself on assisting all members of the community to access and enjoy its much loved event.
Free entry to all carers of a person with a disability is granted by the RAS to ensure every opportunity is given to experience and enjoy the largest event in the Southern Hemisphere.
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Young Event Organiser Finalist
 Congratulations to Shannon Hocking, one of our
talented Event Planners, on her nomination for Young Achiever of the Year at the Australian Event Awards. Shannon was selected as a finalist and finished in the top three. A great result in this highly contested national competition. Well done Shannon.
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW was also presented with the Award for Best Marketing Campaign for the 2010 Sydney Royal Easter Show, ahead of the AC/DC Black Ice Tour and the Fun4Kids Festival.
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Tricks of the Trade…Mastered
 At Sydney Showground, we know just how diverse the job of an Executive Assistant is and the responsibility many carry for delivering high quality events for their company.
'Mastering Events', a free, one day workshop was held at Sydney Showground in September with a program jam packed with industry experts delivering tips and tricks of the trade to EA’s from all corners of Sydney.
Event creation requires true partnership and it was in this spirit that Sydney Showground ran this event with support from Staging Connections, Ovations and Micenet Australia.
“It was great to see the flexibility of Sydney Showground. This event really showcased the possibilities of hosting an event here. All that you need to bring is your imagination,” said Catherine Ross from Urban Taskforce Australia.
We appreciate the participant feedback we received and congratulate our lucky prize-draw winner, Wendy Hogg of Nestle. Wendy won six bottles of Gold Medal wine from the Sydney Royal Macquarie Group Wine Show.
For more information about the day, visit our website.
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Save the Date - Sydney Royal Cellar Tasting
 Unlimited tasting of over 2300 Australian wines, including medal and trophy winners from the 2011 Macquarie Group Sydney Royal Wine Show. Attend a free Judges’ tutorial to learn all about the judging system, new varietals and trends and how to taste wine like a judge.
Register your interest
wine@rasnsw.com.au
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Stereosonic
 Now in its second year, Stereosonic brings the best in popular and new talent to a discerning music crowd. Featured acts include tiesto, Calvin Harris, Carl Cox, Robyn, Major Lazer SS, Sebastian Ingrosso, Benny Benassi, Wiley, Richard Villalobos and Infected Mushroom.
Book now for Saturday 27 November 2010
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The V8 Supercars Sydney Telstra 500
 The streets of Sydney Olympic Park will ignite over three days this December with the grand final of the V8 Supercars Championship Series plus one of the world’s biggest international rock acts, Guns N’ Roses, performing live on the Saturday night and Tony Hawke live in the Monster Skate Park.
Book now for Friday 3 December – Sunday 5 December 2010
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Sydney Tattoo and Body Art Expo
A showcase of the best local and international tattoo artists plus tattoo contests, a tattoo Art Gallery, music, burlesque dancers, a Pin-up Girl Pageant, fashion parades and naturally the opportunity to get inked.
Friday, 11 March 2011 – Sunday, 13 March 2011
Click here for more.
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