News: Environment
Sunbather adapts to deliver energy savings for Huntingtower aquatic facility
The recently opened aquatic and recreation centre at Huntingtower School in Mount Waverley is demonstrating the highest standards in environmental sustainability. The new...
Oct 18, 2011
Finance /
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Environment
Zoos SA halts plans for African safari experience
Zoos SA has put plans to build a $30 million Wild Africa safari experience at its open-range Monarto Zoo on hold, but plans to continue to work towards the project. Despite...
Oct 17, 2011
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Tourism Directions Conference presents industry futures
Despite natural disasters and the strong Australian dollar, Australian tourism is on track to double its annual overnight tourist spending to AU$140 billion by 2020. Speaking at...
Oct 14, 2011
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Environment
Bay of Plenty oil disaster has significant affects on leisure
The leisure industry in the coastal Bay of Plenty area is suffering significant affects as a result of the Rena oil spill with container debris now continually entering the...
Oct 14, 2011
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Environment
Toro Australia helps Roma Street Parklands reduces water usage
Recent droughts around eastern Australia have been a driving force behind finding more efficient ways to save water at Brisbane's Roma Street Parklands. The world's largest...
Oct 13, 2011
Environment /
Parks
Vandals blow up Gumbuya Park's giant lyrebird
Vandals are believed to have used an explosive device to blow up the famous 25-metre statue of a giant lyrebird outside the Gumbuya Park amusement and nature park. The explosion...
Oct 13, 2011
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Taronga Zoo opens Edwardian Entrance for its 95th birthday
To celebrate its 95th anniversary, Sydney's Taronga Zoo has officially opened its Edwardian Entrance and a new visitors' plaza. On Friday, Miya the Australian Sea-lion joined...
Oct 9, 2011
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Environment
NZRA appoints new Chief Executive
New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) President John Latimer has announced that Andrew Leslie has been appointed as the Association's new Chief Executive. Leslie has had...
Oct 7, 2011
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Parks
Brisbane presents united front to win major international water congress
Brisbane has won the right to host the world's largest meeting for water practitioners and researchers - the prestigious International Water Association (IWA) Water Congress and...
Oct 4, 2011
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Environment
Visitors vital to Christchurch CBD recovery
Christchurch must take urgent steps to continue attracting the 900,000 international visitors who pass through Canterbury each year, tourism industry representatives say....
Oct 2, 2011
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Environment
Taronga Zoo's Chimps revel in renovated exhibit
The world renowned Chimpanzee group at Sydney's Taronga Zoo have moved in to a newly renovated, state-of-the-art exhibit. The $7 million home offers stunning views of Sydney...
Oct 1, 2011
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Resort World Sentosa to enhance dolphin care
Singapore's Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) has announced plans to double the number of keepers to provide care for its dolphins at its soon to open Marine Life Park. In a press...
Sep 29, 2011
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Environment
Koala inquiry calls for vulnerable status
A Senate inquiry into the decline of koala numbers across Australia has recommended the native animal be listed as a vulnerable species in certain areas. The Senate Committee...
Sep 28, 2011
Government /
Environment
Year round mountain biking at new Queenstown circuit
The hottest new destination in offseason biking, offering spectacular scenery and the only gondola-accessed downhill mountain tracks in the southern hemisphere, has opened for...
Sep 28, 2011
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Environment
Coalition states challenge Federal controls on State national parks
The Governments of NSW, Victoria and Western Australia are challenging the Federal Government's plans to impose new controls over state national parks. In July, Federal...
Sep 27, 2011
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Parks
MoU to strengthen Indigenous tourism
The Western Australian Indigenous Tourism Operators Council (WAITOC) and the Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen the...
Sep 22, 2011
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Environment
Simons Green Energy launches cogeneration system for Castle Hill RSL
Simons Green Energy has launched a state-of-the-art cogeneration system at Castle Hill RSL Club's C2K Aquatic Centre - one of Sydney's largest multi-purpose leisure and activity...
Sep 21, 2011
Aquatics /
Environment /
Fitness
Arson destroys Mapua aquarium
The fire that destroyed the much-loved aquarium on Mapua wharf last week has been confirmed as being the result of arson. A red-eared turtle was the only one of more than 200...
Sep 20, 2011
Safety /
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Environment
Kelly Tarlton's launches Seahorse Kingdom
Auckland marine life attraction Kelly Tarlton's has opened its new Seahorse Kingdom exhibit. Kelly Tarlton's first new permanent exhibit in five years, the Seahorse Kingdom...
Sep 14, 2011
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Adelaide Zoo $25 million in debt and facing asset repossession
The popularity of pandas Wang Wang and Funi has not been sufficient to offset rising operating costs at Adelaide Zoo, which has revealed debts of $25 million. South Australian...
Sep 9, 2011
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Environment
TIANZ appoints adventure tourism safety specialist
Rachael Moore has taken on a new dedicated safety role with the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIANZ), assuming the role of Adventure and Outdoor Project Leader....
Sep 6, 2011
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Environment
2011 Kings Park Festival has trees for life
Western Australian Environment Minister Bill Marmion has launched the 48th Kings Park Festival themed Trees for Life, which celebrates the United Nation's International Year of...
Sep 5, 2011
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Parks
Stayz Group survey reveals investment in eco-friendly holiday properties leads to increased bookings
New research released from The Stayz Group highlights a significant number of holiday property owners are making environmental investments to make their accommodation more...
Sep 5, 2011
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Development approved for Canberra National Zoo and Aquarium
A major redevelopment of Canberra's National Zoo and Aquarium looks set to proceeed following the National Capital Authority's approval of a new master plan of the site. The...
Sep 5, 2011
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Environment