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2010 MEMBER NEWS
ACTA launches new name, logo and strategy
The Adelaide Convention Tourism Authority (ACTA) has rebranded as the Adelaide Convention Bureau to align itself with other peak Convention Bureaus and gain recognition from potential clients. The brand incorporates a new 'bright spark' atom logo and a new strategic direction to position Adelaide as a convention, business meetings and incentive travel destination.
Vale Ale wins in Sydney
McLaren Vale Beer Company’s Vale Ale product has won two silver medals at the recent 2010 Sydney Royal Beer Competition. Vale Ale was the leading winner amongst fellow South Australian entrants, receiving medals in the ‘Class 6 Golden/Pale Ales category for bottles as well as the ‘Class 19 Golden/Pale Ales’ category for draught.
Hames Sharley named Innovator to Watch
Lead design firm, Hames Sharley, was named the winner of the inaugural CleverGreen Innovators to Watch Awards held last month. Hames Sharley was selected from a group of eight finalists for its commitment and holistic approach to eco design. The company was also recognised for its leadership in the industry, having recently completed projects such as South Australia's first four-star green building at 70 Light Square.
2010 Adelaide Fringe celebrates stellar ticket sales
The 2010 Adelaide Fringe Festival has reached record-breaking ticket sales, despite there still being ten days until the festival's close. For the first time in its 50 year history, the Adelaide Fringe has sold more than 200 000 tickets, with 100 000 of these being sold before the festival's launch on Friday 19 February. The 2010 program is also the biggest ever delivered by the Adelaide Fringe, with a total of 705 shows on offer.
Chateau Tanunda signs exclusive deal with top US wine importer
Barossa winery, Chateau Tanunda, has entered into an exclusive agreement with America’s number one wine importer, Banfi-Vintners. The deal will enable Chateau Tanunda to enter the US market for the first time in its 120 year history. Banfi-Vintners will look to distribute Chateau Tanunda’s highly acclaimed Grand Barossa range and its Nobel Baron individual vineyard wines.