Canberra has slipped so far down the list of touring act "B market" locations the city is now ranked below Newcastle, Townsville and the Gold Coast, and one of Australia's leading promoters says a proposed entertainment pavilion may not solve the issue.
In news that could prompt changes to the ACT government's infrastructure plan, the tour promoter behind acts including Taylor Swift says Canberra needs a major venue revamp to be an attractive concert destination.