News: Environment
New Western Sydney Zoo gets planning approval
An ambitious proposal to build a cage free zoo at Blacktown in Sydney's west has been approved by the NSW Planning Assessment Commission. The 16.5-hectare zoo, to be located...
Sep 13, 2017
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MCG launches energy sharing initiative
The Melbourne Cricket Ground has launched an initiative that will allow Victoria-based EnergyAustralia customers to share their excess energy with the famous venue. The pilot...
Sep 12, 2017
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Venues around the world make increasing use of renewable energy
Entertainment and sporting venues around the world are increasingly introducing sustainability and green best practice initiatives according to the 2017 Green Venue Report ....
Sep 12, 2017
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Wellington Opera House performance adjusts ticket prices to reflect gender pay gap
Organisers of a political rock musical running at the Wellington Opera House have adjusted ticket prices to reflect New Zealand’s apparent gender pay gap. Promoters of the...
Sep 11, 2017
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Scenic World bolsters tourism investment with new Skyway upgrade
Blue Mountains visitor attraction Scenic World is to commence a $3 million upgrade of its popular Scenic Skyway, in a move that aims improve the visitor experience and...
Sep 11, 2017
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Polar Bear Cub Mishka makes her public debut at Sea World
Four month old Polar Bear Cub, Mishka has today made her public debut at Polar Pre-School at Sea World. The cub, who has been kept away from the public until now, delight crowds...
Sep 9, 2017
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$3 million boost for native wildlife on Threatened Species Day
Amid widescale habitat destruction across Australia, the Federal Govermment marked yesterday's Threatened Species Day by announcing 19 new grants, worth more than $3 million,...
Sep 7, 2017
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Rare ACT plants in the spotlight on Threatened Species Day
ACT Conservator of Flora and Fauna Dr Annie Lane has advised that citizen scientists across Canberra have found some new rare plant species in the region. Speaking on National...
Sep 6, 2017
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New Australian Standard for turf use
After many months of investment in research and trialling from the Australian turf industry, using turf as an erosion control method is now officially listed as an Australian...
Sep 3, 2017
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Adventure travel experts launch epic Tasmanian journey
Australian specialist walking operator, Tasmanian Expeditions (a division of World Expeditions), has launched a new wilderness experience - a five-week traverse of Tasmania. The...
Sep 2, 2017
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South Australia's Black Cliff Lookout now accessible for people with wheelchairs and prams
A new accessible trail at Hallett Cove Conservation Park is now open to those with wheelchairs and prams who want to take in the view from the Black Cliff Lookout. The trail,...
Aug 31, 2017
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Plan for Eden Project to put down roots in Tasmania
Hobart is a step closer to getting its very own ‘bio-dome Eden’, following the launch of a new international company run by the founders of the world-renowned, ecotourism...
Aug 28, 2017
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Rottnest Express achieves Ecotourism Certification
Leading Western Australian tour operator Rottnest Express has been awarded Ecotourism Certification by Ecotourism Australia for each of its three Rottnest Island tours....
Aug 27, 2017
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Mt Buller named as official Winter Olympic Training Centre
Victoria’s Mt Buller is to become a key element in the development of future Olympic athletes in aerial and mogul skiing, with its new designation as an official Winter Olympic...
Aug 23, 2017
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New Zealand farming leaders pledge to make all rivers swimable
Amid rising concern over water quality, leaders representing 80% of New Zealand's farming industry have pledged to make all of the country's rivers swimmable. The pledge states...
Aug 21, 2017
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Hidden cameras reveal native species of the Great Otway National Park
Hidden remote monitoring cameras in Victoria’s Great Otway National Park have revealed that a rich diversity of native animals, reptiles and birds call the Otways home. The...
Aug 21, 2017
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Central energy plant to reduce energy use at Perth Cultural Centre
A central energy plant being installed in the Perth Cultural Centre is set to reduce the energy use and carbon emissions of its cultural buildings by up to 40% from 2020. Two...
Aug 21, 2017
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City of Greater Geraldton uses microchipping to deter tree thieves
The City of Greater Geraldton has taken the unusual step of microchipping expensive plants, after thieves recently made off with two Grass Trees worth $300 each. As reported in...
Aug 13, 2017
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Waitakere Ranges Regional Park faces closure over kauri dieback
Visitors could be banned from the entire Waitakere Ranges Regional Park, as Auckland Council tries to fight the disease that could wipe out kauri trees in a generation. With...
Aug 12, 2017
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2017 New South Wales Landscape Architecture Awards winners revealed
A neighbourhood climate resilience pilot project, a playground immersed within native vegetation in Parramatta Park and an ambitious Blue Mountains walking trail were among 19...
Aug 11, 2017
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Infant Sea Turtles settle in at SEA LIFE Melbourne
Four baby Flatback Sea turtles have recently been moved from quarantine to their new home on display in the Rainforest Adventure exhibit at SEA LIFE Melbourne. The tiny infants,...
Aug 9, 2017
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Australia’s great outdoors needs to be more accessible for nature-based tourism
Australia’s potential as one of the world’s leading nature-based tourism destinations will not be realised unless there is significant investment in making the wealth of our...
Aug 9, 2017
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Alpine resorts invest in snowmaking to reduce impact of climate change
To combat predictions that climate change will slash the duration of Australia's ski seasons, resorts are making big investments in snowmaking equipment to ensure the industry...
Aug 5, 2017
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Climate to increasingly impact Australia's ski industry
While this weekend is witnessing the largest snow falls of the season at Australia’s alpine resorts, a flurry of media reports are reinforcing predictions that climate change is...
Aug 5, 2017
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