News: Environment
World Parks Congress learns of decline in Kakadu National Park wildlife numbers
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has described a decline in wildlife numbers in Kakadu National Park as a "significant concern". Presented at IUCN...
Nov 15, 2014
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Plans move forward for Mount Wellington cable car
The sometimes controversial plans for a cable car to take visitors and adventurers to the top of Hobart's Mount Wellington are to be guided through the approvals process with...
Nov 13, 2014
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Conservation and parks leaders gather for World Parks Congress in Sydney
Over 5,000 delegates from 160 countries have gathered in Sydney to participate in the once-in-a-decade International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Parks...
Nov 13, 2014
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Parks Forum ceases operations
The Parks Forum, the peak body representing major park management agencies in Australia and New Zealand, has apparently ceased operations. A worsening financial situation and a...
Nov 12, 2014
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Pacific Island leaders sail into Sydney Harbour with call to protect oceans
The leaders of Kiribati, Cook Islands and Palau have called on the world to follow their lead in ocean protection, after sailing into Sydney Harbour aboard traditional voyaging...
Nov 12, 2014
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Parks
David Attenborough and Jane Goodall back campaign for a new national park in Victoria
International conservationists Sir David Attenborough and Dr Jane Goodall have made an unusual intervention into Victorian politics by calling for a new national park to be...
Nov 11, 2014
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Only one in four protected areas is well managed
A fundamental change involving an increase in funding and political commitment is urgently needed to ensure that protected areas deliver their full conservation, social and...
Nov 11, 2014
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ACT Parks and Conservation Service launches new accessibility program
The ACT Parks and Conservation Service has launched the TrailRider volunteer sherpa program, an initiative that aims to make the beauty of the ACT’s national parks and nature...
Nov 11, 2014
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Outdoors New Zealand honours industry achievements and memories
Outdoors New Zealand has honoured organisations and individuals who have achieved high respect and regard from their peers over the past year and beyond. The awards paid special...
Nov 11, 2014
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Harvested water to revitalise Sydney Park
Scenic cascades will carry water through Sydney Park’s wetlands to the city’s largest stormwater harvesting system to create a haven for native frogs and birds and encourage...
Nov 10, 2014
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Saltwater crocodile shot in Lake Kununurra
A saltwater crocodile has been destroyed after a four-month operation to trap and remove it from Lake Kununurra in Western Australia's Kimberley region. Staff from the Western...
Nov 10, 2014
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Chinese theme park operator to introduce Tesla electric cars
USA-based electric car manufacturers Tesla has signed a memorandum of cooperation with Chinese theme park operator Haichang Holdings to build charging stations at its...
Nov 9, 2014
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Public transport means cheaper entry to Wellington Zoo
Continuing Go Wellington’s longstanding relationship with Wellington Zoo, anyone travelling on a Go Wellington bus to the Zoo during November will pay only half price Zoo entry....
Nov 9, 2014
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Victorian Goverment moves ahead with hot springs resort development in Port Nepean National Park
The Victorian Government has pushed ahead with its plans to open Victoria's national parks for private development, granting a 50-year lease to the Point Nepean Leisure Group to...
Nov 7, 2014
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Steve Irwin Day to honour legacy of Australia's wildlife warrior
Australia Zoo is to celebrate the life and legacy of Steve Irwin on Saturday 15th November, with the staging of the annual Steve Irwin Day. Held in honour of the original...
Nov 6, 2014
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New LED lighting illuminates Sydney Opera House Concert Hall
The Sydney Opera House’s Concert Hall is benefitting from the installation of 355 custom-made LED lights, installed in the first major upgrade of the theatre's lamps in the...
Nov 4, 2014
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Sydney prepares for once in a decade World Parks Congress
Co-hosts the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NSWPWS) and Parks Australia are gearing up for global environmental event, the International Union for the Conservation of...
Oct 31, 2014
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Bundaberg region to promote turtle tourism
Tourism and Events Queensland has launched a major advertising campaign to promote the Bundaberg North Burnett and the Southern Great Barrier Reef region ahead of the local...
Oct 28, 2014
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DOCS ready for New Zealand Conservation Week
The Department of Conservation (DOC) is ready to highlight New Zealand's great places and hidden treasures from 1st to 9th November. With DOC managing over 1,400 parks, places...
Oct 28, 2014
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KICKON partygoers app taps into underground party boom
Early lockout laws in Sydney have sparked a renewed interest in underground parties with revellers turning in their thousands to a revolutionary new party events app, KickOn, to...
Oct 28, 2014
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New EcoBoat Adventures at Victoria's Phillip Island
As of 8th December, Phillip Island Nature Parks will launch two new EcoBoat Adventure tours allowing visitors to venture beyond the island’s shores and explore the rugged...
Oct 26, 2014
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Environment
Indian indoor stadium delivers on green initiatives
Design and and energy-saving measures at an indoor sports arena and aquatic centre in the city of Hassan in Karnataka, southern India are being acknowledged as the most...
Oct 24, 2014
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Oman moves forward with new attractions and developments
The Sultanate of Oman is going through a period of great activity with two significant development projects being revealed and signed off in the last month. With the population...
Oct 20, 2014
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New Gentoo penguin breeding season underway at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium staff are hoping to welcome a new generation of happy feet with keepers having recently announced the first eggs laid for the 2014 Gentoo Penguin...
Oct 19, 2014
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