News: Consultants
Otium Planning Group announces the release of a Regional Multi-Use Trails Strategy
The Otium Planning Group has announced the release of a Regional Multi-Use Trails Strategy for Cassowary Coast (CCRC) and Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) regions which they...
Feb 3, 2019
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Gemba supports employees through new FDV policy
Leading industry consultants The Gemba Group has developed a policy which it believe assist its staff financially, emotionally and practically should they find themselves in a...
Jan 29, 2019
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Generate Network launches Xyst Young Leaders Scholarship
New Zealand's Generate Network and the Xyst consultancy are inviting applicants for the Xyst Young Leaders Scholarship, established to support one young potential leader to...
Dec 26, 2018
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Taskforce sets out future for Stadiums Queensland venues
Ballymore Stadium, the historic home of Queensland rugby union, should be demolished while a process to find a naming rights partner for historic Brisbane cricket ground the...
Dec 18, 2018
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Confusion over Victorian Government’s refusal of funding for redevelopment of the St Albans Leisure Centre
In a pre-election environment when spending pledges are being announced across Victoria, backers of the planned redevelopment of the St Albans Leisure Centre have been left...
Nov 11, 2018
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Gurri Wanyarra Wellbeing Centre opening marks 100th facility landmark for consultant Michael King
The weekend opening of the City of Greater Bendigo’s new aquatic and recreation centre at Kangaroo Flat, the Gurri Wanyarra Wellbeing Centre, not only represents one of the...
Oct 28, 2018
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Otium Planning Group launches new Facility Advisory Services
Otium Planning Group has announced the launch of a new Facility Advisory Services directly tailored for the aquatic, recreation and sport industry. Led by Bruce Mackay, one of...
Oct 22, 2018
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Dubai-based attractions business planning IPO in Singapore
Leading Asian attractions, recreation and theme park consultancy and operator Sim Leisure is planning an initial public offering (IPO) of its Escape Penang outdoor adventure...
Oct 21, 2018
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Cairns Communications consultant Liz Inglis wins Australasian Leisure Management media executive award
Communications consultant Liz Inglis’ excellence in the promotion of Tropical North Queensland has been recognised by Australasian Leisure Management with her being named as the...
Oct 18, 2018
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First Singapore Golf Industry Report shows 80,000 local participants
Aiming to define the local golf industry, the Singapore Golf Association (SGA) has released the first Singapore Golf Industry Report - in association with the R&A and engagement...
Sep 24, 2018
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Greater Melbourne’s first ever Destination Management Visitor Plan gets industry unveiling
Representatives from across Greater Melbourne’s tourism industry were on hand today at the official launch of Greater Melbourne’s first Destination Management Visitor Plan. The...
Sep 23, 2018
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Council calls for proposals on expanded Queenstown sport and recreation facilities
Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) is seeking proposals to develop a joint masterplan covering the proposed expansion of both Queenstown Events Centre (QEC) and Wanaka...
Sep 16, 2018
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Wet’n’Wild Haikou Lifeguards exceed expectations through first summer season
Wet’n’Wild Haikou has announced the completion of an aquatic safety audit performed by Ellis & Associates, with two members of staff being recognised for having ‘exceeded...
Sep 14, 2018
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Appointment marks new era for Otium Planning Group
The Otium Planning Group has announce the appointment of Bruce Mackay to head up its new Operational Management Support and Advisory Services unit in a move it describes as...
Aug 27, 2018
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Otium Planning Group appoints new consultant to NSW office
Otium Planning Group (OPG) has announced the appointment of Yvette Audet as Senior Consultant in its NSW office. Audet joins the OPG team with a vast range of experience across...
Aug 14, 2018
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Otium Planning to investigate options for new Port Macquarie aquatic centre
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council has appointed Otium Planning Group to investigate options to replace the ageing Port Macquarie Olympic Pool. As reported by Port Macquarie News,...
Jun 11, 2018
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Expanding Otium looks for Sydney-based consultants
Leading industry consultancy the Otium Planning Group is currently recruiting for two permanent roles within its Sydney office. Providing services in planning, facility...
Jun 5, 2018
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Major sports back Auckland stadium strategy
New Zealand’s major sports have backed Regional Facilities Auckland’s vision for enhancing the city’s outdoor stadium infrastructure. The release of RFA’s Venue Development...
May 27, 2018
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John Lee to head group evaluating the management of Queensland stadiums
A taskforce consisting of industry and commercial experts will evaluate the management of State Government venues as part of Queensland’s first Sport and Active Recreation...
May 23, 2018
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Consultants report reopens debate on new Auckland Stadium
A report from consultants PwC has outlined plans for a new rectangular sports stadium in downtown Auckland to be built in one of six locations. The pre-feasibility study,...
May 19, 2018
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Former sport and recreation manager jailed in Ballarat Council fraud case
A former City of Ballarat sport and recreation manager has been jailed for three years for defrauding the council of almost $200,000 between 2013 and 2015. Lukas Peter Carey,...
May 7, 2018
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WREDA report supports case for new Wellington indoor arena
A new report shows Wellington is missing out on large performances, family and sport events because it doesn’t have an indoor arena of the appropriate size. The report, from...
Apr 23, 2018
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New consulting collaboration launches to service theme parks in Australia, Asia and the Arabian Gulf
A new ‘full project cycle’ consultancy specialising in theme parks, attractions, tourism and hospitality has launched this week bringing together some of the industry’s leading...
Mar 19, 2018
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Optus Stadium senior executive made redundant less than two weeks after venue opening
A senior executive at Perth’s new Optus Stadium has been made redundant as part of an "organisational structure update" less than two weeks after the $1.6 billion venue's...
Jan 31, 2018
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