News: Education
Taronga Western Plains Zoo celebrates first anniversary of Platypus HQ
Taronga Western Plains Zoo has celebrated the first anniversary since the opening of the world's largest purpose-built platypus conservation centre on Dundullimal Tubba-Gah...
Feb 25, 2025
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NSW Government supports providers in delivering free learn to swim and water safety lessons
The NSW Government is supporting communities at the highest risk of drowning by funding the delivery of free learn to swim and water safety lessons by learn to swim providers at...
Feb 24, 2025
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Volleyball Centre of Excellence opens at Craigslea State High School
An $18 million Volleyball Centre of Excellence has opened at Craigslea State High School in Brisbane’s north at Chermside West. The indoor sports hall will benefit local...
Feb 24, 2025
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City Venue Management take on operations contract at Townsville’s Northern Beaches Leisure Centre
Following a public tender, Townsville City Council has awarded the contract to manage its Northern Beaches Leisure Centre to City Venue Management (CVM) - commencing as of 1st...
Feb 23, 2025
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Fitness First Middle East partners with GoXPro
Fitness First Middle East has partnered with GoXPro, an innovative digital platform for personal training and clubs, to enhance coaching and deliver an even more immersive and...
Feb 20, 2025
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Intrepid Travel partnership delivers exclusive First Nations-guided Larapinta Trail tour
A partnership between Intrepid Travel and Indigenous-owned operator 100% Finke River Culture & Adventure has seen the launch of its first-ever Larapinta Trail trip guided by...
Feb 19, 2025
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Trauma and bleeding control course offered for surfers
Eurobodalla Shire Council has advised that TacMed Military Medics will be conducting a one-off trauma and bleeding control course for surfers and ocean-users at Broulee this...
Feb 19, 2025
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Tourism operators encouraged to complete Country Fire Authority module
A Cape Otway accommodation owner, Maxwell Vella, owner of Sky Pods Cape Otway, is encouraging fellow tourism operators to complete the Country Fire Authority (CFA) Tourism Fire...
Feb 18, 2025
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Australian Institute of Sport launches new high performance coach program
The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) is further enhancing coach development with the launch of a new program supporting high performance (HP) coaches to thrive as people,...
Feb 18, 2025
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Education
UniSA and SportsUnited look to combat loneliness through sport nostalgia
Working with SportsUnited, a study by the University of South Australia is exploring the experiences and benefits of older people involved in a community reminiscence program -...
Feb 18, 2025
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ICC Sydney welcomes UTS graduate to new Event Management Graduate Program
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has selected Bachelor of Management (Events) graduate Emily Howe to join its ranks as part of a new Event Management Graduate...
Feb 17, 2025
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Elite athletes in high demand for school and sports club mental health program
The Australian Institute of Sport Mental Fitness Program - a joint venture with the Black Dog Institute built around elite athletes delivering powerful talks to high school...
Feb 17, 2025
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NSW Government, NRL and PCYC partner to engage youth through fitness and sport
The NSW Government has entered into a new partnership with the National Rugby League and PCYC to help keep youth 'on the right track' by engaging young people in important...
Feb 16, 2025
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Australian Sports Commission looks to address research gaps in community sport participation
The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) is looking for highly experienced researchers to fill a new role aimed at advancing community sport knowledge in Australia. The...
Feb 16, 2025
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Education
Branded children’s swimwear can boost visibility and revenue
Kylie Hadid, Managing Director of Splash About Australia, has highlighted how branded swimwear and related products can play a significant role in boosting visibility, customer...
Feb 16, 2025
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New sports high school opens in southwest Sydney
Eagle Vale High School located in Campbelltown, southwestern Sydney, has become Australia’s newest sports high school. The school’s Talented Sports Program kicked off on day one...
Feb 16, 2025
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Education
Experienced financier appointed to Australian National Maritime Museum Council
The Australian Government has appointed Nataliya Dikovskaya to the Australian National Maritime Museum Council for a three year term. Dikovskaya holds a Masters of Applied...
Feb 16, 2025
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Monash University study highlights benefits of drones in wildlife studies
Newly research from Monash University and Phillip Island Nature Parks has found how drones are emerging as a critical scientific tool and revolutionising the way scientists...
Feb 15, 2025
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AUSactive launches network, administration and education program, ConnectX
AUSactive is launching its new and exclusive members-only exercise business network and business administration program - ConnectX - next Thursday 20th February. The ConnectX...
Feb 13, 2025
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Sports Medicine Australia funds Concussion Management Awareness campaign
Sports Medicine Australia recognises that concussion is a serious issue, and staying up to date with the latest guidance can be challenging. That’s why Sports Medicine Australia...
Feb 13, 2025
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Collaborative project explores whether artificial intelligence can save the Great Barrier Reef
A collaborative project led by the University of South Australia (UniSA), with input from Queensland and Victorian researchers is aimed at designing a global real-time...
Feb 13, 2025
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ABEA and AIPC partner to deliver inaugural leadership training program for convention centres
The International Association of Convention Centres (AIPC) and Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) have partnered to deliver a tailor-made leadership training program...
Feb 12, 2025
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First phase of ChristchurchNZ research program reveals positive impacts of conferences
The first phase of ChristchurchNZ's three-year research program - The Conference Legacy Project - has revealed the positive impacts of four international conferences held in...
Feb 11, 2025
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Melbourne City and Federation University partner to launch new sports course
Federation University Australia and Melbourne City Football Club have teamed up to launch a new Diploma of Business and Sports Management course helping graduates kick off a...
Feb 11, 2025
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Education