Tuesday, 20 July 2021, 1:37 pm
Entries into the 2021 NZ Events Association NZ Event
Awards closed in June with an all-time record of 108
entries.
Ségolène de Fontenay, General Manager of
the NZ Events Association (NZEA), says the record numbers
this year are remarkable given the impacts of COVID-19
during the qualifying period.
“Traditionally, the
purpose of the awards has been to recognise excellence,
promote best practice and creativity, raise awareness of the
events sector and celebrate the contribution of the
industry,” says de Fontenay. “But this year we also
needed to recognise the resilience, flexibility and
responsiveness of the industry under the trying
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South Australian Tourism Commission
Australia’s new major event, Illuminate Adelaide officially opens today, after having to delay by a day due to severe weather warnings. Following great anticipation and intrigue, Adelaide will play host to this event, a celebration of music, art, innovation and light over the next 16 days and nights.
With over 300,000 people expected to venture into the city to experience 150 installations, performances, and events, including 41 world premieres, Illuminate Adelaide promises to really set the city alight this winter.
Co-founders and creative directors, Rachael Azzopardi and Lee Cumberlidge said: “We urge audiences to embrace the winter and explore our beloved city, but not as they normally see it. Bring a warm jacket, throw on comfortable shoes and embrace Illuminate Adelaide.