News: Environment
Surf Life Saving Australia issues warning ahead of severe heatwave conditions
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a severe heatwave warning for many parts of Queensland, Western Australia and Northern Territory, with a hot air mass causing...
Nov 7, 2024
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Rainforest Wild Asia immersive and accessible experience to launch at Mandai Wildlife Reserve in 2025
Rainforest Wild Asia - the first phase of Singapore’s fifth zoological park - will be launched at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve in March 2025. Rainforest Wild Asia will offer a...
Nov 7, 2024
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RealNZ acknowledged with top honour at 2024 New Zealand Tourism Awards
South Island tourism operator RealNZ has been named supreme overall winner in this year’s New Zealand Tourism Awards. RealNZ was among the winners announced yesterday evening at...
Nov 6, 2024
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Human generated waste revealed as composition of black balls found on Sydney's eastern beaches
First reports emerged in mid October 2024 of numerous black spheres appearing on the sand at Coogee beach in Sydney’s east with preliminary testing by Randwick Council...
Nov 6, 2024
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Taronga Zoo announces LG Electronics Australia as partner for its ecopreneurial Hatch program
Taronga Conservation Society Australia has announced technology innovators LG Electronics Australia (LG) as the first-ever presenting partner for Taronga’s annual ecopreneurial...
Nov 6, 2024
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Southland's Hump Ridge designated as New Zealand's 11th great walk
The Department of Conservation (DOC) has advised that Southland's Hump Ridge track near Tuatapere has been designated as New Zealand’s 11th great walk. The Tuatapere Hump Ridge...
Nov 6, 2024
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Parks Victoria climbing decision for Mount Arapiles delivers mixed reactions
Parks Victoria has released a new management plan for Mount Arapiles, in western Victoria, with plans to close half of the climbing routes as well as the renowned Pines...
Nov 5, 2024
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Effective ways to realise commitments explored during Global Nature Positive Summit at ICC Sydney
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) hosted the world’s inaugural Global Nature Positive Summit attended by around 1,000 delegates including international...
Nov 5, 2024
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Anurak Lodge secures Thailand Responsible Tourism Award
Anurak Community Lodge, located in southern Thailand, has secured the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) 2024 Responsible Tourism Award in the ‘Responsible Tourism...
Nov 5, 2024
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National Park transformation to expand Newcastle’s green space
The City of Newcastle has proposed for an underutilised section of National Park to be transformed into open green space - activating an area in one of the city's largest and...
Nov 5, 2024
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New Zealand Conservation Boards strengthened by new appointments
New Zealand’s Department of Conservation (DOC) has made 64 appointments to 14 Conservation Boards aiming to strengthen environmental efforts across Aotearoa New Zealand....
Nov 5, 2024
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Work progresses on new Perth Zoo gibbon habitat as part of multi-million dollar masterplan
Perth Zoo has advised that construction of its new gibbon habitat - expected to be complete in early 2025 - is moving forward The latest phase of the Zoo’s Western Australia...
Nov 5, 2024
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RE4ORM advises of successful recycling of synthetic turf waste from Sydney’s Cromer Park
RE4ORM, the industry-focused solution to artificial sports field waste, has advised of the successful recovery and recycling of a synthetic turf surface at Cromer Park, home of...
Nov 4, 2024
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Koalas transferred from wildlife attractions to Perth's Yanchep National Park
Koalas have been transferred from Ballarat Wildlife Park in Victoria and Cleland Wildlife Park in South Australia and introduced into the Yanchep National Park, north of Perth....
Nov 4, 2024
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South Australia Government bids to host COP31 climate change conference in 2026
The South Australian Government is formally bidding to host COP31, the 2026 United Nations Conference of the Parties on Climate Change. The Adelaide Convention Centre, alongside...
Nov 3, 2024
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South Australian Tourism Award winners announced for 2024
The Tourism Industry Council South Australia has revealed the 2024 South Australian Tourism Awards winners which reflect the diversity and strength of the state’s tourism...
Nov 3, 2024
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13th International Aquarium Conference to be held in China
The International Aquarium Congress (IAC) last week handed over the flag from Mexico to China, marking the official countdown to the 13th IAC in 2027. The flag was transferred...
Nov 3, 2024
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Australia’s first electric powered ground roller put to use at The Gabba
In an Australian first, Brisbane venue The Gabba has introduced an electric/solar powered roller for use by its groundskeeping team that is now in use for the preparation of...
Nov 1, 2024
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2023/24 NSW State of the Beaches Report shows improvements on the Central Coast
Central Coast Council has welcomed the findings of the NSW Government’s 2023/24 State of the Beaches report which has rated water quality at all of the areas beaches as either...
Oct 31, 2024
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Australian Conservation Foundation names Ros Harvey as its new President
The Australian Conservation Foundation has appointed Ros Harvey as its new President and Chair of the Board. Harvey is an accomplished activist, innovator, and technology...
Oct 31, 2024
Environment
Greater Sydney on the brink of a waste crisis
The NSW Government has warned that Greater Sydney is on the brink of a waste crisis noting that if urgent action isn’t taken, the state will run out of landfill space by 2030....
Oct 31, 2024
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Wagga Wagga City Council highlights importance of water safety
Wagga Wagga City Council encourages community to enjoy the city’s water resources - from the Murrumbidgee River to the Oasis Aquatic Centre - but urges care. Council’s...
Oct 30, 2024
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Melbourne's south-east parks suffer from significant tree vandalism
Glen Eira City Council, situated in Melbourne’s south east, is abhorred by the destruction of around 200 newly planted trees across eight of its parks on Sunday night by...
Oct 29, 2024
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Countdown to reinvented Piscine Global - the world's largest swimming pool exhibition
Recognised as the international benchmark for new releases and innovations in the swimming pool and aquatic wellness industry, Piscine Global is reinventing itself for 2024,...
Oct 29, 2024
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