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Work of Queensland tourism volunteers highlighted on International Volunteer Day
The work of volunteers at Queensland's 122 accredited visitor information centres (VICs) was celebrated yesterday as part of International Volunteer Day. More than 2,000...
Dec 6, 2012
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Botanic Gardens 'family' of volunteers recognised for conservation efforts
The NSW Government has acknowledged the significant contribution volunteers make to Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust conservation programs, including two long-serving...
Dec 5, 2012
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Australian Fitness & Health Expo returns in 2013
The 2013 Australian Fitness & Health Expo is set to reveal the latest trends in fitness, following on from 2012 where the latest trends included Aqua Zumba, Tough Mudder, a...
Dec 5, 2012
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Pacific Strategy shares advice on lifting sports management capabilities
Having recently worked with a range of sport organisations, including Football NSW, consulting firm Pacific Strategy Partners is releasing a paper outlining key management...
Dec 4, 2012
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Singapore hosted seven million visitors in the first half of 2012
Singapore played host to about 7.1 million international visitors from January to June, 11% more than the same period last year. According to the Q2 report on tourism...
Dec 4, 2012
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Poker machine spending down to $10.2 billion as participation continues to decline
Australians' annual spend on poker machines has declined to $10.2 billion for the year to September 2012, down from $11.2 billion in September 2011. According to the latest Roy...
Dec 4, 2012
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APT7 exhibition to boost Brisbane visitor numbers
The 7th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art (APT7) exhibition at the Gallery of Modern Art and Queensland Art Gallery is expected to be a drawcard for more than 100,000...
Dec 3, 2012
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HOSTPLUS agrees five year Arts Centre Melbourne sponsorship
Industry superannuation fund HOSTPLUS has announced a five-year partnership with Australia's largest performing arts facility, the Arts Centre Melbourne. The partnership will...
Nov 29, 2012
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Research shows surfing has a strong alignment with Indigenous culture
A new research report on Indigenous community sport shows that surfing is considered a family and communal event with a strong alignment with Indigenous culture. The report,...
Nov 29, 2012
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Diana, Lady Isaac: 1921-2012, honoured by Isaac Theatre Royal
The Board, Trustees and Management of Christchurch' Isaac Theatre Royal offer their sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to family, friends and colleagues of the wonderful...
Nov 26, 2012
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Industry celebrated at 2012 NSW Tourism Awards
The achievements of the tourism industry in NSW have been celebrated at a gala ceremony to mark the 2012 NSW Tourism Awards. NSW Minister for Tourism and Major Events, George...
Nov 25, 2012
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Women in Fitness to empower women in 2013
Female leaders in the fitness industry are to address the third 'Women In Fitness Forum' to be held on Friday 22nd February 2012. The Forum, first held in 2010, aims to unite...
Nov 25, 2012
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Australia Council Chief Executive to step down
Australia Council for the Arts Chief Executive Kathy Keele is to leave the national funding and advisory agency at the end of this year. In making the announcement, Australia...
Nov 23, 2012
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Les Mills investigating childrens group exercise program
Australasian Leisure Management has learned that Les Mills International (LMI), the world's largest provider of choreographed group fitness classes, is exploring a group...
Nov 22, 2012
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Conference explores football's power to drive Asian engagement
The Lowy Institute for International Policy and the Local Organising Committee of AFC Asian Cup Australia 2015 are hosting a conference to explore how football can deepen...
Nov 22, 2012
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ABS records more than 50% employment growth for fitness instructors, managers and outdoor adventure
The number of people working as fitness instructors, managers and outdoor adventure workers in their main job grew by over 50% between 2006 and 2011, according to figures...
Nov 21, 2012
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Waterfront theatre nears fundraising target
The Auckland Theatre Company is closing in on its fundraising target for a new theatre at North Wharf in the Wynyard Quarter. Having raised $25 million of its $35 milllion...
Nov 21, 2012
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MONA grabs global interest but Tasmania needs to up spending on tourism marketing
Tourism leaders in Tasmania are calling on the Tasmanian Government to increase spending on tourism to leverage growing international recogniction. Global tourism review website...
Nov 20, 2012
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TTF calls for common Australian/New Zealand initiatives to boost tourism
A renewed appetite for streamlining trans-Tasman travel emerges from the latest edition of the TTF-MasterCard Tourism Industry Sentiment Survey. Tourism and Transport Forum...
Nov 20, 2012
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New wing for Asian Civilisations Museum
Singapore's Asian Civilisations Museum is set to grow with a S$5.5 million (US$4.5 million) extension plan that will see a new wing added to its current building in the city's...
Nov 19, 2012
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Best of Australian art to tour the country
Arts lovers from across the country will be treated to some of Australia's most exciting and innovative art exhibitions as a result of Federal Government funding. Federal Arts...
Nov 17, 2012
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Rugby Sevens' popularity grows among women
Rugby Sevens is continuing to grow in popularity in Australia with women's training sessions now being hosted in Western Australia, NSW, Victoria and Queensland. The new...
Nov 17, 2012
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Sydney's Centennial Park announces program of 125th anniversary celebrations
Centennial Park has revealed a program of events, activities and projects to mark its 125th anniversary. The 12-month long program aims to provide community celebration...
Nov 16, 2012
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Australian Ballet celebrates 50 years
The Australian Ballet has celebrated its 50th anniversary with a series of five gala performances at Melbourne's Arts Centre. Guest dancers from companies including the Paris...
Nov 15, 2012
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