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New Dock Lift at Q Theatre
The Most Important Piece of Kit You’ll Never See Supported by industry representatives and funders, Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown officially opened Q...
The P.A. People Opens New Melbourne Office
The P.A. People has opened a new office in Melbourne, strengthening our presence in Victoria and bringing us closer to our customers across the...
That’s a Wrap: Integrate Expo 2026
The P.A. People was pleased to be part of Integrate Expo 2026 at ICC Sydney, showcasing the latest in venue engineering, stage technology and...
When Do I Need to Replace My Chain Hoist
Earlier this year we published an article entitled “Do chain hoists expire after 10 years?” where we examined the question of the design life of the...
Wired Lighting Bars – Part 3
Earth Leakage Protection and the Design of Wired Lighting Bars In our last article we looked at the phenomenon of earth leakage, the various ways it...
The P.A. People Deliver Audio and Communications for the 2026 Voltaren City2Surf
The P.A. People once again supported the iconic Voltaren City2Surf in 2026, delivering a comprehensive audio and communications solution across the...
Engineered Versatility at Nyaal Banyul Geelong
Delivering a Flexible, Future-Ready Stage Engineering and Entertainment Infrastructure Solution When Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event...
What Happens During a Maintenance Inspection?
A maintenance inspection involves much more than simply checking whether equipment powers on. Our technicians assess the overall condition of the...
On the Road – Connecting with the Industry
During May and June, The P.A. People were on the road attending several key industry events that the company proudly supports. ENTECH Australia once...
The P.A. People Delivers Next-Generation AV Solution for Lord Howe Island Community Hall
The P.A. People has delivered a comprehensive audiovisual solution for the Lord Howe Island Community Hall, creating a modern, connected venue while...
Versatile by Design – The TheatreQuip Arch Bar
The TheatreQuip Arch Bar is a wired lighting bar system designed and engineered by the team at The P.A. People. Designed for fixed applications, the...
Future Planning: Why Preventative Maintenance and Budgeting Matter
When it comes to venue equipment, waiting until something stops working is often the most expensive and disruptive approach. An unexpected failure...
Welcome to the Team – Tim Butler, Project Delivery Operations Manager
The P.A. People is pleased to welcome Tim Butler as our new Project Delivery Operations Manager. Tim brings almost three decades of experience...
Wired Lighting Bars – Part 2
In this second article in our series relating to wired lighting bars and cabling, we will look at the phenomenon of earth leakage – how it occurs,...
Modern Rigging and Audio Upgrade Transforms Ice Rink Experience
As part of a major refurbishment, Macquarie Ice Rink — located inside Macquarie Centre — has undergone a significant upgrade to improve production...
Wired Lighting Bars – Part 1
This is the first instalment in a new series exploring wired lighting bars and lighting bar cabling. Across the series, we’ll break down key...
ASM HCWA Highly Efficient Space Saving Scenery Hoist
HIGHLY EFFICIENT SPACE SAVING SCENERY HOIST ASM’s signature HCWA hoist was originally designed to replace the manual theatre counterweight system,...
What should a venue provide prior to service?
When our technicians attend a venue to carry out a service or maintenance inspection, our objective is simple: we want to complete the inspection...
The P.A. People Appoint Kate Kelly as Business Development Manager
The P.A. People are pleased to welcome Kate Kelly in the role of Business Development Manager, based in Melbourne. Kate brings more than fifteen...
Integrated Stage Engineering Systems Enhance Performance Capability at WAAPA
Over the past 18 months The P.A. People was asked to deliver a comprehensive package of stage machinery, rigging and curtain track systems across...
Booking your Service Early and Outside Peak Periods
Many of us have the responsibility of ensuring the staging equipment in our Venue is maintained and serviced, generally on an annual basis. So when...