News: Environment
Environmental Defenders Office releases guidance on grassroots sport and climate change
Independent agency the Environmental Defenders Office (EDO) has released a guide to help grassroots sport clubs prepare for the impact of climate change. With local clubs and...
Jan 26, 2025
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Perth Zoo elephant begins journey to Monarto Safari Park
Perth Zoo's last remaining female elephant, Permai, has commenced her road journey to her new home at South Australia's Monarto Safari Park. Permai was this morning loaded into...
Jan 26, 2025
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NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service opens Dorrigo Walk Environmental Review for community input
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has opened an environmental review for community input on the proposed Dorrigo Escarpment Great Walk - a four-day walking track...
Jan 25, 2025
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Wagga Wagga’s latest group of Outback Lifesavers graduate
Wagga Wagga City Council and Royal Life Saving NSW partnered for a week-long waterways safety program which has seen the latest group of Outback Lifesavers graduate. The program...
Jan 25, 2025
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Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre secures award for Best Convention Centre in Southeast Asia
Marking a significant milestone in its 20th anniversary year, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) has been named Best Convention Centre in Southeast Asia by APAC Insider's...
Jan 24, 2025
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Victorians urged to follow water safety rules this Long Weekend
Ahead of the upcoming long weekend, Victorians are being urged to follow the basic water safety rules when swimming and boating. The Victoian Government and Life Saving Victoria...
Jan 23, 2025
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WTTC reveals need to make sustainable tourism more accessible and attractive
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has unveiled its latest report which explores the disconnect between what tourists say about sustainability and the choices they...
Jan 23, 2025
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Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre holds Open Water Safety Initiative
The Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre (BALC) held its new Inland Water Safety Program this week in the open waters of Lake Wendouree, equipping 25 children with essential...
Jan 23, 2025
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Tourism operators unite with Scientists to protect Great Barrier Reef
With the Great Barrier Reef being one of the most vulnerable ecosystems it faces an uncertain future as rising temperatures and extreme weather events threaten its delicate...
Jan 23, 2025
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Public Health Association of Australia urges action on Obesity, Gambling and Climate
The Public Health Association of Australia has urged the next Australian Government to take action on obesity, reduce gambling harms, and address climate change to protect human...
Jan 22, 2025
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University of Sydney study reveals catastrophic bleaching of Great Barrier Reef coral
University of Sydney marine scientists have highlighted the extent of coral bleaching and mortality that occurred on the southern Great Barrier Reef during the 2023-2024 global...
Jan 21, 2025
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Surf Life Saving NSW connects to emergency management messaging system
Surf Life Saving NSW’s State Operations Centre (SOC) is now officially connected to a statewide emergency management messaging system, ICEMS, which allows for internal...
Jan 21, 2025
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Giant pandas make public debut at Adelaide Zoo
Recently arrived Giant Pandas, Yi Lan and Xing Qiu, have made their public debut at Adelaide Zoo. They are both young pandas and were chosen with not only their ability to adapt...
Jan 20, 2025
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NSW Environment Protection Authority expands investigation into beach debris balls
Following the continued appearance of debris balls on NSW beaches in recent months and more recently on Sydney’s beaches , the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is...
Jan 19, 2025
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Rockhampton Zoo partners with ANBA to deliver native bee hotel workshop
Rockhampton Zoo has partnered with the Australian Native Bee Association (ANBA), Rockhampton Branch, to deliver the Zoo's first native bee hotel workshop, with a special focus...
Jan 19, 2025
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Community feedback sought on Fremantle draft Tree Retention Policy
The City of Fremantle recognises that tree canopy is increasingly important in urban environments with the greatest benefits coming from large, mature trees which provide the...
Jan 18, 2025
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Indigenous tourism to be expanded across Western Australia
The Federal and Western Australian Governments are investing $6 million to expand indigenous tourism across the state. The Strategic Indigenous Tourism Projects are aimed at...
Jan 16, 2025
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Putney Park Swim Site opening postponed due to Sydney’s severe storm activity
Severe storm activity across Sydney this week, with more inclement weather forecasted has seen the City of Ryde postpone the official opening of the Putney Park swim site from...
Jan 15, 2025
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Sydney's Northern Beaches Council reopens beaches
Sydney's Northern Beaches Council has reopened all beaches apart from Dee Why following the clean-up of marble-sized ball-shaped debris. Council was notified of the debris on...
Jan 15, 2025
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Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre introduces inland Water Safety Program
The Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre has introduced a new Inland Water Safety Program aimed at equipping children aged six to 14 years with essential survival skills in...
Jan 14, 2025
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Construction commences on Albany Artificial Reef Project
Construction has commenced on Western Australia's artificial 'Southern Ocean Surf Reef' at Middleton Beach in Albany – aimed at attracting surfers and tourists to the Great...
Jan 14, 2025
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Seymour War Memorial Outdoor Pool to reopen following flood repair
Mitchell Shire Council has advised that the Seymour War Memorial Outdoor Pool, located 40km north of Melbourne, is reopening on 17th January. Widespread damage from the October...
Jan 14, 2025
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Debris of uncertain origin causes closure of Sydney’s northern beaches
Nine of Sydney’s northern beaches have been closed today following the discovery of numerous white and grey marble-sized balls on the shorelines. Sydney’s Northern Beaches...
Jan 14, 2025
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Flood resilience enhanced for Omeo’s Livingstone Park
East Gippsland Shire Council is enhancing flood resilience for Omeo’s Livingstone Park with mitigation works to begin soon on protecting the 24-hectare centrepiece of Omeo....
Jan 13, 2025
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