News: Environment
Plans for safari tourists to hunt crocodiles
Trophy hunters may be allowed to pay to hunt saltwater crocodiles if Federal Environment Minister Tony Burke lifts a ban on the export of 'trophies' such as skins and skulls and...
Feb 21, 2012
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Sun and Surf attracts the crowds to Manly
Having attracted over 10,000 spectators on the famous Manly beach, and with more than 30,000 people soaking up the atmosphere up and down Manly's Corso across the opening...
Feb 18, 2012
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Victorian attraction Wildlife Wonderland closed amid animal welfare concerns
Native wildlife attraction Wildlife Wonderland has been shut down by Victoria's Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) for running without a licence. DSE spokesman...
Feb 16, 2012
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Revitalised Foley Park just what the Doctor ordered
New landscaping and work to improve accessibility is currently underway as part of the second stage of the revitalisation of Foley Park in the inner Sydney suburb of Glebe....
Feb 14, 2012
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Free Qantas seminar to explain carbon price system
With Australia's carbon price system coming into effect on 1st July, Qantas is to host a seminar explaining its implications for the tourism industry. The event will be held at...
Feb 6, 2012
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Proposal for elephants to reduce bushfire risks
Australia could introduce large herbivores such as elephants as part of a radical biological solution to the problem of bushfires and invasive species, according to a University...
Feb 5, 2012
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Penguins complete the atmosphere at SkiDubai
Newly arrived penguins have adapted to their sub-zero Celsius home at SkiDubai replete with an ice-cold swimming pool and private living quarters designed to replicate Antarctic...
Feb 5, 2012
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Ownership battle intensifies at Whangerei's Zion Wildlife Gardens
Whangerei wildlife park Zion Wildlife Gardens have been sold to Zion Wildlife Kingdom Ltd following a long-running feud between the park's operator Patricia Busch and her son,...
Feb 3, 2012
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Massive glacier calving at Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
Guests aboard Glacier Explorers boats on 31st January witnessed the result of a spectacular glacier calving at Tasman Glacier Terminal Lake that occurred at daybreak - believed...
Feb 1, 2012
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Sacred Stone Takes Pride of Place at Dart River
A sacred maori pounamu has been erected to mark Dart River Jet Safaris' Glenorchy Visitor Centre redevelopment. The large pounamu stone was blessed by Ngai Tahu kaumatua at a...
Jan 30, 2012
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Attorney General calls for submissions on pool chemicals security
The Attorney-General's Department (AGD) is set to call for public submissions on a Consultation Regulation Impact Statement (RIS) that analyses four options for reducing the...
Jan 27, 2012
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Malaysia's green and clean tourism campaign keeping it green and clean
Malaysia's latest 'green tourism' campaign 1 Malaysia Green, 1 Malaysia Clean (1MG1MC) began last year with the aim of instilling an environmentally friendly mindset among...
Jan 24, 2012
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New Signs Improving One of Tasmania's Natural Wonders
Walkers on Tasmania's Overland Track now have better signs to help them appreciate and protect the State's alpine environment. Tasmanian Minister for Environment, Parks and...
Jan 24, 2012
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Artificial turf beat up fails to highlight alternatives
While the media storm over the safety of rubber infill in synthetic surfaces created by Sydney newspaper The Sun-Herald is confusing synthetic grass products with artificial...
Jan 23, 2012
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Plantbank vital for bio-diversity
NSW Minister for the Environment Robyn Parker led a recent ground-breaking ceremony to commence construction of a PlantBank vital for the future of Australian bodiversity....
Jan 17, 2012
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Aussie landmarks suffer declining visitor numbers
Visitor numbers at two of Australia's most iconic landmarks have declined in the last year. Parks Australia has revealed statistics that indicate visitor numbers to Uluru (Ayers...
Jan 10, 2012
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Singapore opens Labrador Nature & Coastal Walk
Singapore residents can now enjoy a new area of open space following this week's official opening of the Labrador Nature & Coastal Walk. The 2.1 kilometre, SG$10 million walk...
Jan 6, 2012
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Minister praises WA aquatic centres for reduced water use
Western Australian aquatic centres have been praised by State Water Minister Bill Marmion following the industry having reduced its water use by almost 10% in the last year....
Jan 6, 2012
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Liveable Cities Conference scheduled for Geelong in June
The 5th Healthy Cities: Working Together to Achieve Liveable Cities Conference will be a platform for government and industry sector professionals to discuss causes, effects and...
Jan 6, 2012
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Sustainability Victoria's $283,000 helps Ashburton facility get greener
Boroondara Council's Ashburton Pool and Recreation Centre now has an environment-friendly and money-saving co-generation system. The heat generated by the system is harnessed to...
Jan 3, 2012
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Conference to explore cycle tourism developments
The fifth Australian Cycle Tourism Conference and Rail Trail Symposium will be held in Canberra in February. The event will be staged at the Ann Harding Conference Centre within...
Dec 29, 2011
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Sea World welcomes baby Gentoo Penguin for Christmas
Gold Coast theme park Sea World has welcomed its first ever Gentoo Penguin chick just in time for the school holidays. Sea World Senior Penguin Keeper Katrina Krygger said that...
Dec 21, 2011
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Zealandia seeks more Council funding to remain open
Wellington attraction Zealandia is seeking a further NZ$3 million in Council funding to remain open. The wildlife and environment sanctuary had asked Wellington City Council to...
Dec 21, 2011
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Scenic Otago walkway restored to former glory
Restoration work has been completed on a scenic walkway alongside Otago's Purakaunui Inlet to ensure the area remains accessible for future generations. The Purakaunui Inlet...
Dec 19, 2011
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