News: Environment
Australian Reptile Park becomes first NSW zoo to receive an endangered numbat
The Australian Reptile Park has become the first New South Wales zoo to receive a numbat. The arrival of the endangered female numbat (named Pip), will help raise the awareness...
Jan 27, 2019
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Saltwater crocodile killed at popular Broome beach
Western Australian Parks and Wildlife Service officials have defended the decision to kill a 3.7-metre saltwater crocodile at a popular Broome beach in Western Australia's...
Jan 25, 2019
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Prominent industry achievers recognised in Australia Day Honours
Stars of the stage and screen, top athletes and dozens of local heroes are among the 1,127 Australians across a wide range of industries to be recognised in this year's...
Jan 25, 2019
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Plan for Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens to attract more visitors
Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens could soon be attracting thousands more visitors, with the Victorian Government to provide a $5 million in initial funding for a proposed new...
Jan 25, 2019
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Marine sanctuaries allow rock lobsters to thrive
Parks Victoria surveys of rock lobsters in Victorian marine protected areas have revealed populations are thriving, indicating that Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park,...
Jan 23, 2019
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Melbourne Zoo builds hydro gym for reptiles
Melbourne Zoo has built a revolutionary, world-first hydro gym for its reptiles - designed to keep the animals fit and healthy. The concept for the custom-designed exercise pool...
Jan 21, 2019
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Taronga Zoo to acknowledge critically endangered species on Australia Day
Taronga Zoo is highlighting that Australia Day celebrations should also include acknowledging some of the nation's critically endangered species such as a little known native...
Jan 21, 2019
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Sports Environment Alliance looks to improve facilities' sustainability
Since its launch in 2015, the Sports Environment Alliance (SEA) has set about highlighting best practice in reducing sport's impact on the environment and increasing the...
Jan 20, 2019
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SEA LIFE Trust partners with Cargolux to transport Beluga Whales to Icelandic sanctuary
Merlin Entertainment’s conservation partner charity, the SEA LIFE Trust has announced that all-cargo airline Cargolux has become the official transport partner of the Trust and...
Jan 20, 2019
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Research highlights the destructive impact on Papuan National Parks from road construction
Recent research conducted by distinguished research Professor William Laurance and his team at Queensland’s James Cook University considers that the West Papuan Trans-Papua...
Jan 19, 2019
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Western Sydney University scientist creates star rating for playground heat performance
With Australia’s current heatwave having a massive impact on outdoor play and recreation, urban ecosystem scientist Dr Sebastian Pfautsch of Western Sydney University is...
Jan 19, 2019
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Three days of festivities offered at Otway Fly Treetop Adventures
Otway Fly Treetop Adventures are calling on locals and holidaymakers to experience three days of festivities from 26th to 28th January. Visitors soaking up the breathtaking...
Jan 17, 2019
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Auckland Zoo welcomes zebra foal
Auckland Zoo welcomed a beautiful zebra foal in the very early hours of Christmas eve 2018. Seven year old female zebra Layla and foal (sex still unknown) are both doing well....
Jan 17, 2019
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2019 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards finalists announced
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced the 15 finalists for its 2019 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards. The 2019 finalists are organised into the following new...
Jan 17, 2019
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Cambodian Camp chosen as a finalist in WTTC Tourism Awards
Cardamom Tented Camp in Cambodia has been chosen as one of 15 global finalists in the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Tourism for Tomorrow Awards 2019. The camp is one of...
Jan 16, 2019
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Design concept revealed for pool on Melbourne CBD river front
Yarra Pools have teamed up with WOWOWA Architects to realise community vision in their design concepts for Melbourne’s river front Yarra pool. The Yarra Pools concept was first...
Jan 16, 2019
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Looming catastrophe for Queensland crocodiles
Terri Irwin, owner of Australia Zoo, has spoken against the Queensland Government's decision to allow crocodile egg harvesting in Queensland. Changing environmental laws to...
Jan 15, 2019
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New international dark sky sanctuary revealed on Stewart Island
New Zealand’s Stewart Island/Rakiura has been officially recognised for its exceptional night sky quality by the International Dark Sky Association (IDA). Already a conservation...
Jan 15, 2019
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Recreational users of Great Sandy Marine Park are invited to help guide its future management
Recreational users including boaties and fishers of the Great Sandy Marine Park are invited to take part in a review of the park’s zoning plan to help guide its future...
Jan 13, 2019
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Major parties make funding commitments to revive Kakadu’s tourism industry
Pledges of up to $220 million by the Federal Liberal National Party and Labor Party to rejuvenate Kakadu National Park’s ageing tourism infrastructure has been welcomed by the...
Jan 13, 2019
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Rafting NZ to double operations with Lake Rotoaira Forest Trust partnership
Award-winning rafting company Rafting New Zealand has announced that it has entered into a joint venture with Lake Rotoaira Forest Trust (LRFT) of Ngāti Tūwharetoa. The...
Jan 13, 2019
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1Rebel becomes first gym chain to ban plastic bottles
UK-based fitness chain 1Rebel - which is expected to open its first gyms in Australia this year - has introduced a zero-tolerance rule on plastic bottles in an effort to reduce...
Jan 11, 2019
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Name selected for The Australian Reptile Park koala joey following thousands of entries
A name has finally been selected for The Australian Reptile Park’s most beloved koala joey. After a long search between thousands of entries - with people commenting on the...
Jan 9, 2019
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IAAF installs air quality monitor at Sydney Olympic Park Athletics Centre
As part of a pilot program to measure air quality at venues around the world, global athletics governing body the IAAF has installed an air quality monitor at the Sydney Olympic...
Jan 7, 2019
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