News: Education
NSW Government boosts Women's Football Legacy
The NSW Government is committing an additional $400,000 to the NSW Football Legacy Program - a key outcome of the state government's women's sport strategy, 'Play Her Way',...
May 5, 2025
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Rockhampton Library and Zoo collaborate on Storytime Program
A collaboration between Rockhampton Regional Libraries and Rockhampton Botanic Gardens & Zoo will once again deliver the popular Storytime Program at the Zoo. Communities,...
May 5, 2025
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WA Museum Boola Bardip to host renowned Terracotta Warriors in Australian exclusive
WA Museum Boola Bardip has secured an Australian exclusive in hosting ‘Terracotta Warriors: Legacy of the First Emperor’ from 28th June 2025 until 22nd February 2026 This...
May 2, 2025
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LIWA Aquatics launches 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards program
Looking to highlight and award excellence among Individuals and organisations within Western Australia’s aquatic recreation industry, LIWA Aquatics has announced that entries...
May 1, 2025
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Cricket Victoria’s first-ever Female Only Advanced Coaching Course welcomed 24 participants
Cricket Victoria’s first-ever Female Only Advanced Coaching Course, held at the CitiPower Centre, welcomed 24 participants, including Afghanistan Women’s team members Nahida...
May 1, 2025
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Aussie Ark makes conservation history with chlamydia-free koala population in Barrington Wildlife Sanctuary
Marking an historic milestone for conservation efforts, conservation organisation Aussie Ark has successfully recaptured and retested the Koalas residing in the Barrington...
Apr 30, 2025
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IPA Asia Pacific Play Conference to be staged in Melbourne
Set to offer “a conference like no other” the inaugural International Play Association (IPA) Asia Pacific Play Conference is aiming to attract a diverse mix of stakeholders from...
Apr 30, 2025
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EOI opens for advisory committee to oversee integration of museums into Borough of Queenscliffe’s Strategic Framework
The Borough of Queenscliffe Council has acknowledged the significant contribution of the Borough’s museums to its heritage, arts, culture, community and economic development. At...
Apr 30, 2025
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UNESCO forum in Hangzhou spotlights efforts of museums to be engaging and accessible
Over 100 museum directors, curators, and cultural leaders gathered at the third UNESCO High-Level Forum for Museums on 24th April in Hangzhou, China to explore how museums can...
Apr 29, 2025
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Victoria University research shows high sport avoidance during menstruation
According to new Victoria University research, free period products should be made mandatory at all community sporting facilities to support those who menstruate and play sport....
Apr 29, 2025
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Rescued critically endangered Fijian iguanas welcomed at San Diego Zoo
Wildlife smuggling is a real problem threatening Fiji’s endangered iguana populations that are already facing pressures from expanding human activities and invasive alien...
Apr 29, 2025
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Sport Singapore launches High Performance Sport Institute
Sport Singapore (SportSG) launched the High Performance Sport Institute (HPSI) - activated from 1st April 2025 and formed through the integration of the Singapore Sport...
Apr 28, 2025
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Public encouraged to visit Australian Museum’s Machu Picchu exhibition before May closing
The Australian Museum team are encouraging the public to experience the Australian its major summer exhibition ‘Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru’ before it closes...
Apr 28, 2025
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ASSA to stage mini-conferences for swim school educators
Following on from its successful Educators Day last year, the Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) is gearing up for a series of mini-conferences designed specifically for...
Apr 28, 2025
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Aquatic classes and Swimsmart programme contribute to successful first year for Matatiki Hornby Centre
Christchurch City Council’s popular pool and library facility - Matatiki Hornby Centre – recently celebrated its first anniversary with figures revealing the centre had an...
Apr 27, 2025
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Cleland Wildlife Park attraction opens innovative $2.6 million koala loft
A $2.6 million state-of-the-art koala loft has opened at Cleland Wildlife Park which benefits both the animals and the tens of thousands of visitors to the premier tourism...
Apr 26, 2025
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Archibald Prize portrait exhibition makes its inaugural tour to Alice Springs
Australia’s renowned portrait exhibition - the Archibald Prize - has officially opened at the Araluen Arts Centre in Alice Springs, marking a major cultural highlight for the...
Apr 26, 2025
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PATA report explores workforce gaps and evolving human capital in tourism industry in the Asia Pacific
Exploring workforce gaps, youth readiness and solutions for building a resilient tourism industry across the Asia Pacific region, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has...
Apr 24, 2025
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SWIMCON International events develop water safety and education in Nepal and Hong Kong
Led by a team of six from SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia (SWIM), SWIMCON International has successfully delivered a two-week program of water safety and training events in...
Apr 23, 2025
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UN Climate Change launches training courses to boost sport sustainability
UN Climate Change has launched online, free Sports for Climate Action training courses - designed to support sports organisations from local clubs to international governing...
Apr 23, 2025
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'She Hoops’ names Jessica Goodluck as recipient of 2025 Seattle Storm Fellowship
'She Hoops’, an initiative driven by Lauren Jackon's passion for elevating women in Basketball, have advised that Jessica Goodluck, Participation Coordinator at Basketball...
Apr 23, 2025
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Aussie Ark collaborates on first ever release of Eastern Quolls into feral-proof NSW Bannockburn sanctuary
Conservation organisation Aussie Ark has collaborated with the University of Sydney on a science-based reintroduction of eastern quolls on mainland Australia into a controlled...
Apr 23, 2025
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Cricket Australia and ICC support funding for exiled Afghanistan women's cricketers
Cricket Australia has joined the International Cricket Council (ICC) to provide monetary assistance and coaching to displaced Afghanistan women's cricketers. Afghanistan had 25...
Apr 22, 2025
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Rackley Swimming announces David Proud as Miami Coaching Team Lead Coach - Endurance Swimming
One of Queensland’s most experienced and awarded swim centre operators, Rackley Swimming, has announced the appointment of David Proud as Lead Coach – Endurance Swimming at the...
Apr 22, 2025
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