News: Environment
Kimberley operator to develop Purnululu National Park safari camp
A new operator has been selected to develop a commercial safari camp in the foothills of the Bungle Bungles in the Kimberley's Purnululu National Park. Western Australian...
Jun 28, 2011
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SIEMENS Barrier M UV systems save energy for pools
In light of the recent significant increases in Australia's energy costs, Siemens (the world's biggest electrical company) has mustered its substantial resources to improve the...
Jun 28, 2011
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Alma Park Zoo to become the pride of Logan
After more than 40 years at its current site at Dakabin north of Brisbane, the Alma Park Zoo is relocating to Logan City. Logan City Mayor Pam Parker believes that the...
Jun 27, 2011
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Sustainability funding for Bay and Basin Leisure Centre
Shoalhaven City Council's Bay and Basin Leisure Centre has been successful in securing funding of $70,000 to upgrade its energy efficient processes. The funding stems from the...
Jun 24, 2011
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Adelaide Zoo racks up $24 million debt
The South Australian Government has had to step in to assist the Adelaide Zoo which is $24 million in debt. On Tuesday, South Australian Minister for Environment and...
Jun 23, 2011
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New veterinary hospital opens at Werribee Open Range Zoo
Victoria's Werribee Open Range Zoo has opened a new $2.1 million veterinary hospital. The state-of-the-art 300 metres2 facility is 10 times larger than the old hospital and...
Jun 20, 2011
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Fears for NSW marine life as environmental protection scrapped
Marine scientists have criticised a decision by the NSW Government to abolish environmental protection in two NSW marine parks, accusing it of putting marine life at...
Jun 18, 2011
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Ocean Park sets a new standard for interactive participation in family water rides
Hong Kong theme park Ocean Park has launched 'The Rainforest', Asia's first themed zone that integrates a water ride with a walk-through rainforest exhibit. The new experience...
Jun 15, 2011
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Dolphin Discovery Centre redevelopment opens
Stage one of Bunbury's Dolphin Discovery Centre has been officially opened by Western Australia's Regional Development Minister Brendon Grylls. Minister Grylls yesterday visited...
Jun 9, 2011
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Sea World Launches 2011 Whale Watching Season
As the first of thousands of Humpback Whales start to travel past the Gold Coast, Sea World Whale Watch tours have been launched for the 2011 season. The Gold Coast whale...
Jun 7, 2011
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Sea World Manager features in whale documentary
Sea World Marine Sciences Director Trevor Long was one of the stars of a Channel 10 documentary 'Call of the Whales' screened yesterday. Marking World Environment Day, the...
Jun 6, 2011
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Perth Zoo to showcase innovative water efficiency scheme
The replacement of ageing water infrastructure will showcase a new environmentally sustainable scheme at the Perth Zoo. Western Australian Environment Minister Bill Marmion said...
May 27, 2011
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Sunbather helps AIS pools reduce their carbon footprint
With its previous solar pool heating system having given the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) 28 years of service, Sunbather Pool Technologies have recently replaced and...
May 24, 2011
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Sydney Aquarium Conservation Fund Announces Turtle Tagging Project
To celebrate today's World Turtle Day (23rd May), the Sydney Aquarium Conservation Fund (SACF) has announced they will launch a turtle tagging project to raise awareness for the...
May 23, 2011
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Sea World Receives International Acclaim for Penguin Encounter Exhibit
Sea World's Penguin Encounter Exhibit has been acclaimed by the international zoo and aquarium industry winning the Exhibit Award in the Large Institution Category at the Zoo...
May 20, 2011
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Revamped Caneland Park lures Mackay families
Another link in Mackay's Bluewater Trail has been completed with a $2.6 million revamp of Caneland Park along the Pioneer River. Mackay Region Mayor Col Meng said the public...
May 17, 2011
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Water Management in Aquatic Centres: Best Practice Guidelines
Sydney Water, in consultation with the NSW Aquatic and Recreation institute, the Australian Leisure Facilities Association and the NSW Department of Health, has developed a...
May 16, 2011
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Gold Coast's Tallebudgera Beach named Australia's cleanest beach
Tallebudgera Beach on the Gold Coast has been named Australia's Cleanest Beach in the Keep Australia Beautiful, Australian Clean Beaches Awards 2010/11. Tallebudgera Beach...
May 13, 2011
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Parks Essential for Human Health
A walk in the park is more than just a nice way to spend time, it's an essential component for good health, according to University of Illinois environment and behavior...
May 10, 2011
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Sharjah plans to build three ecotourism projects
The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) is planning to launch three ecotourism projects. Shurooq Chief Executive Marwan Jassim Al Sarkal said the company was...
May 9, 2011
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'Million-dollar sharks' boost Palau tourism
Shark tourism is worth $18 million annually to the Pacific Island nation of Palau according to a new study. Additionally, a single reef shark can contribute almost $2 million in...
May 8, 2011
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Green oasis for Sydney's Prince Alfred Park
One of Sydney's most beloved recreational sites has had a $9 million sustainability facelift, creating a new green oasis in the city. The transformation of Prince Alfred Park,...
May 5, 2011
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Adventure Racing management passes to Geocentric Outdoors
The Queenstown based Southern Traverse adventure company, which created the Adventure Racing World Series and Championship (ARWS and ARWC) ten years ago, has passed the...
Apr 30, 2011
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Zip line attraction to traverse monster crocodile
Cairns tourism entrepreneurs Charles and Philippa Woodward have revealed details of a $1 million flying fox attraction. The Cairns venture, to be located in the Cairns Wildlife...
Apr 28, 2011
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