News: Environment
Mount Gambier Aquatic Centre's new biomass boiler helps the environment
The installation of a new biomass boiler at the Mount Gambier Aquatic Centre will see forest industry residue produce power for the Centre, reducing its reliance on fossil...
Aug 15, 2013
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Hagley Oval gets go ahead to host ICC World Cup Cricket 2015 matches
Canterbury Cricket's proposed development of Hagley Oval in order for the venue to host International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup Cricket 2015 matches is set to proceed...
Aug 15, 2013
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Fresh snow alert at Hotham and Falls Creek
Wednesday night snowfalls across Falls Creek and Hotham Alpine Resorts have been welcomed by guests and are set to boost snow quality over the coming days. At Falls Creek, 23...
Aug 9, 2013
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Ballarat Wildlife Park calls for help in feeding its 16 koalas
A shortage of eucalyptus leaf sources for Ballarat Wildlife Park has led management at the wildlife attraction to call for help in feeding its 16 koalas, including three babies....
Aug 8, 2013
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Sponsorship agency supports Canterbury education programme
Future Rivers, a New Zealand sponsorship management agency, based in Mid-Canterbury, has donated funds from its Conservation Trust to initiate the facilitation of a youth...
Aug 5, 2013
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ACT Parks and Conservation 'blitz' national park vandalism
ACT Parks and Conservation Service rangers have teamed with ACT Policing to identify and fine seven people who were guilty of using their cars to deface parkland in remote parts...
Aug 2, 2013
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Neptune-Benson filtration system gets 'Smart Approved' water saving accreditation
Leading commercial aquatic filtration systems manufacturer Neptune-Benson's Defender® Aquatic Filtration system has been certified as a Smart Approved water saving device by the...
Jul 31, 2013
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Taronga Zoo gorilla Kibabu heads to its retirement
The patriarch of Taronga Zoo's gorilla family will step down from his post in a few weeks' time to make way for a younger leader. Silverback gorilla Kibabu will live out his...
Jul 31, 2013
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FIA World Rally Championship set to return to the Coffs Coast
In less than six weeks Coates Hire Rally Australia 2013, the Australian leg of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), will return to the Coffs Coast. The rally, last staged in...
Jul 30, 2013
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Todae Solar completes 175kW solar installations for Clubs in NSW
Todae Solar has announced the completion of two of Australia's largest rooftop solar panelling systems, totalling 175kW, on two clubs in NSW. A 99kW system was installed on the...
Jul 29, 2013
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Clive Palmer gets go-ahead to build Sunshine Coast dinosaur park
The Sunshine Coast Regional Council has approved billionaire Clive Palmer's development application to build the world's biggest dinosaur park at his Palmer Coolum Resort in...
Jul 26, 2013
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Granties Maze set for October opening?
After over 25 years of planning and 'growth', the planned Granties Maze attraction at Gerringong on the NSW South Coast may finally be opening in October. The Maze, a long...
Jul 24, 2013
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Manuka Oval top soil recycled at Canberra's National Arboretum
Redevelopment works at Canberra's Manuka Oval has led to 3,000 metres3 of top soil being transported to the National Arboretum Canberra where it is being used for a new events...
Jul 22, 2013
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New artificial reef for Shoalhaven
Scuba diving and recreational fishing in the Shoalhaven area will receive a major boost with NSW's second offshore artificial reef to be installed. Anouncing plans to develop...
Jul 22, 2013
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Melbourne Zoo gorilla dies of heart attack
Staff at the Melbourne Zoo are mourning the death of silverback gorilla Rigo, a much-loved member of the Zoo family. Yesterday morning (18th July) Rigo died of what appears to...
Jul 19, 2013
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Yehliu Ocean World Taiwan drowned by huge waves
Giant waves brought by a typhoon storm surge caused extensive damage to Yehliu Ocean World in New Taipei City last weekend, killing more than 500 marine creatures housed in the...
Jul 19, 2013
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Newcastle's The Forum gets major gym upgrade
Newcastle's The Forum aquatic and fitness facility has re-opened its doors after a major refurbishment of the gymnasium at its University site. The $600,000 redevelopment...
Jul 19, 2013
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Australian Reptile Park offers reward for return of stolen reptiles
The Australian Reptile Park at Somersby on the NSW Central Coast is hoping a $10,000 reward will see the safe return of 23 stolen reptiles. The reptiles, including snakes,...
Jul 18, 2013
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DOC keen to see more people use conservation parks in Otago
New Zealand's Department of Conservation (DOC) is encouraging more recreational pursuits such as four-wheel driving, mountain biking, horse riding, hunting and tramping in its...
Jul 16, 2013
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Indigenous Australians recognised at NAIDOC Awards
Galarrwuy Yunupingu AM was recognised for his lifelong advocacy for the rights of Indigenous Australians at the 2013 National Aboriginal and Islander Day Observance Committee...
Jul 15, 2013
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Switch to green saves money for Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation
A move by the Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation to using small electric vehicles on-site has reduced costs and greenhouse gas emissions. The Academy recently replaced its...
Jul 14, 2013
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Merlin announces more developments at Underwater World
Merlin Entertainments Group has announced the second stage of a two year, $6.5 million refurbishment for Sunshine Coast aquarium UnderWater World. The second stage...
Jul 13, 2013
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Tasmanian Government to establish new body to manage parks and reserves
The future management of Tasmania's world class reserve system will be guided by a new authority to match its status. Introducing the new body, Tasmanian Environment, Parks and...
Jul 12, 2013
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Adelaide Zoo celebrates 130 years, welcomes lion cubs
The Adelaide Zoo has celebrated its 130th anniversary, marking its beginnings in 1883, when it was opened by the Australian Zoological and Acclimation Society. Althought...
Jul 12, 2013
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