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A Night With Johnathan Thurston by Major Events Company

When Australia’s best NRL player hung up his boots, Adam decided to give the standard sportsman’s lunch a makeover, suggesting Johnathan tell his story in a theatre setting for a night of family-friendly entertainment.

“We all sort of took a punt on each other and said, ‘Alright, let’s do it’ – and it was a big hit.

So when I proposed we do a run of shows after his playing career ended in 2018, I think it was an easy decision for him.” Touring Australia to sell out crowds, the theatrical format of connecting this sporting legend with his fans is not only filling large-scale venues but creating a new stream of sporting events.

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Mount Isa Mines Rodeo

Celebrating a second win in the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards in 2018 and 60 years of rodeo action in 2019, the Mount Isa Mines Rodeo has evolved from humble beginnings into a spectacular week-long celebration for visitors from both Australia and overseas. Elite bullriding and rodeo action, headline music acts, community events, party atmosphere and the stunning red Mount Isa landscape are unique drawcards alone, combined they deliver an unforgettable, addictive, destination event.

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The Teneriffe Festival

It seems incredible that a one-day festival that celebrates the food, culture, entertainment and lifestyle of Teneriffe, a small Brisbane riverside community, welcomed an incredible 50,000 visitors in 2018.

In its eighth year, more room was made for the growing crowds by relocating the headline music acts onto a river barge, allowing patrons from all over Brisbane and beyond more space to enjoy top music acts, wander the food, drink and market stalls and explore the nearby restaurants and hidden laneways.

The laid back Teneriffe vibe is integral to this event, and the growing visitor numbers show the wider community can’t get enough of it.

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The Townsville Turf Club

Established in 1884, this regional racecourse is a hidden gem that had until recently, laid dormant between race meetings.

Set in picturesque garden surrounds and featuring a 100 year-old timber grandstand, the CEO is now looking to the future with the installation of a permanent marquee and an innovative game plan to not only host race days but encourage weddings, parties, expos, anything –to fully utilise the perfect event space and sustain it into the future.

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A Touch of Salt

The Townsville riverfront restaurant has built on their loyal following by hosting festivals and events that expand into their picturesque surrounds, showcasing their renowned hospitality and talented chefs. Thanks to the combination of fantastic location, entertainment and service, exceptional food and drink and the ease of online ticketing and pre-sales, the first modest crowd of 150 has increased to many times that and continues to grow this forward-thinking, community-driven family business.

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The Gympie Show

Who can resist the fun of the fair and the thrill of the rides? Celebrating 130 years of all things agricultural in 2018, the three-day event that draws competitors and spectators from across the state and beyond. Livestock and small animals, horse riding and the biggest rodeo on the National Rodeo Association calendar in Australia, while the creative community is represented with the craft, cookery and arts and crafts categories. There’s something for all ages to enjoy, with increasing crowds and returning visitors clear indicators of event success.`