News: Environment
Ecotourism Australia recognised for Sustainable Tourism leadership
Ecotourism Australia has been formally recognised by Travalyst, a global initiative dedicated to providing sustainability information to enable travellers in making more...
Sep 9, 2024
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Environment
National Aquarium of New Zealand to host National Geographic exhibition
The National Aquarium of New Zealand, a public aquarium located in Napier, is hosting ‘Pristine Seas: Bringing the Ocean Back’ curated by the National Geographic Society. The...
Sep 9, 2024
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Zoos
Taronga Zoo looks to employ experienced Horticulture Supervisor
Taronga Zoo Sydney is looking for an experienced Horticulture Supervisor to join a wider team of approximately 15 to 20. This role is responsible for leading the day-to-day...
Sep 7, 2024
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Sydney's Palm Beach Headland becomes Australia's first Urban Night Sky Place
Palm Beach Headland on Sydney's Northern Beaches has been officially designated as the first Urban Night Sky Place (UNSP) in Australia by DarkSky International. The designation...
Sep 7, 2024
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Monarto Safari Park marks National Threatened Species Day and National Bilby Day
With National Threatened Species Day marked each year on 7th September and National Bilby Day marked on 8th September - Monarto Safari Park is celebrating the birth of two...
Sep 6, 2024
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Western Australian Government creates new division to support nature-based tourism
The Western Australian Government has announced that it is creating a new tourism-focused division within the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) to...
Sep 5, 2024
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Environment
City of Hobart crew rescue walkers from Mount Wellington summit
A City of Hobart crew of four were called into action during recent blizzard like conditions after a group of walkers were left stranded at the summit observation deck, unable...
Sep 5, 2024
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Parks
Urban Forest Strategy adopted for Mornington Peninsula
Mornington Peninsula Shire has adopted a comprehensive Urban Forest Strategy - a forward-thinking plan designed to safeguard and expand the region’s urban forest for future...
Sep 5, 2024
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Environment
Finalists named for 2024 New Zealand Tourism Awards
Recognising New Zealand's top tourism experiences, Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA) has announced the finalists for the New Zealand Tourism Awards 2024. Showcasing and...
Sep 5, 2024
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Environment
Shoalhaven Council encourages community to help protect threatened species
Ahead of National Threatened Species Day (marked on 7th September each year), Shoalhaven Council is encouraging its community to document biodiversity in their communities using...
Sep 5, 2024
Environment
South Australia Government bans additional single-use plastic products
The South Australian Government is aiming to reduce plastic waste in the natural environment, waterways and beaches by banning an additional array of single use plastic...
Sep 4, 2024
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Environment
$11.8 million remediation for southern Sydney park after asbestos find
Kempt Field in the Georges River Council local government area will be closed from early September for an extensive $11.8 million remediation following the discovery of...
Sep 4, 2024
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Ecostars certification helps Meliá Hotels secure recogntion as most sustainable tourism company
Meliá Hotels International is being hailed as the most sustainable company in the tourism sector by TIME magazine, designating the Spanish hotel group as the top pick in the...
Sep 3, 2024
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Kakadu ranger suggests harsher fines could deter risky visitor behaviour around crocodiles
While Parks Australia, the federal body that manages Kakadu, suggests crocodiles can be viewed safely from Kakadu National Park's most popular crocodile viewing spot - the...
Sep 2, 2024
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New funding and marketing campaign for Far North Queensland tourism businesses
Far North Queensland tourism businesses impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper will share in $3.7 million funding - aimed at supporting operators who experienced extended...
Sep 2, 2024
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Environment
Sports Environment Alliance appoints new Chief Executive
The Board of Sports Environment Alliance has appointed Adam Cheyne as its new Chief Executive. With an extensive background in urban and sports planning, environmental...
Sep 2, 2024
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Environment
Lismore Memorial Baths to open following flood-restoration work
The popular Lismore Memorial Baths will open for the 2024 summer season from 13th September, following the installation of the final piece of flood-restoration work. Following...
Sep 2, 2024
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Environment
Accor reaches major milestone with 100th hotel in Australia securing Sustainable Tourism Certification
Accor, Australia’s largest hotel operator, has secured globally recognised Sustainable Tourism Certification of its 100th hotel in Australia by Ecotourism Australia - a...
Sep 2, 2024
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Environment
Sea World Foundation collaborates on saving humpback whales off NSW Mid-North Coast
Sea World Foundation, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and ORRCA combined their expertise over the weekend to save two humpback whales which were heavily entangled in...
Sep 2, 2024
Environment
New members appointed to Western Australia Conservation and Parks Commission
The Western Australia Conservation and Parks Commission has welcomed four new members, including Jo Lanagan as new chair ( pictured above ) and Mark Webb as deputy chair....
Sep 1, 2024
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Parks
Christchurch Botanic Gardens’ glasshouses close for repairs and restoration
Christchurch City Council advises that three of the six glasshouses in the Christchurch Botanic Gardens will be closed for two months for repairs from Monday 2nd September,...
Sep 1, 2024
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ACT becomes first Australian jurisdiction to enshrine right to healthy environment
Demonstrating the commitment of the ACT Government to ensure the environment is protected for Canberrans of the present and future, in an Australian first, the ACT Government...
Sep 1, 2024
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Environment
West End development to improve Adelaide’s River Torrens Linear Park Trail
Aiming to activate open spaces along Adelaide’s River Torrens, the South Australian Government will be expanding the River Torrens Linear Park Trail at the site of the former...
Sep 1, 2024
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Vietnam Golf Coast clubs develop stronger community ties
With local engagement a cornerstone of their mission, Vietnam Golf Coast (VGC) clubs are strengthening community bonds in Central Vietnam via public-spirited initiatives. The...
Sep 1, 2024
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Golf