News: Environment
Queensland Government to create new Forest Park for endangered Greater Glider
The Queensland Government has announced 54,000 hectares of Greater Glider habitat in South East Queensland state forest will be transitioned to a new natural capital tenure. The...
Aug 30, 2024
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Parks
Tennis Australia commits to national ball recycling program
Tennis Australia has become the first national sports body to sign up to the TreadLightly National Recycling Initiative - an industry-led national recycling program managed by...
Aug 29, 2024
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Environment
Mt Buller advises of early end to winter season operations
Victorian ski resort Mt Buller has advised that its winter operations are to end early, confirming that Sunday 1st September will be the last day of its 2024 snow season. In an...
Aug 29, 2024
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Environment
NSW Government failing to act on shark net removal at beaches
With ineffective and redundant shark nets returning to 51 ocean beaches on the NSW coast on 1st September, conservation organisations - Humane Society International Australia...
Aug 29, 2024
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Environment
Western Australian Golf Courses recognise reality of climate change
The reality of climate change is that we all need to adopt waterwise practices and it's impressive to see a number of Western Australian golf courses leading by example. Five...
Aug 29, 2024
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Golf
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast edutains with new school holiday experience
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium continues to be innovative in its offerings to ‘edutain’ children on an array of environmental issues. From 14th September to 31st October,...
Aug 29, 2024
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Environment
Solar PV system completed for Mildura Sporting Precinct
Mildura Sporting Precinct recently saw the completion of a 99-kilowatt solar PV system - saving up to $19,000 from the precinct’s annual electricity bill. The solar PV system is...
Aug 29, 2024
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Environment
Sustainability tracking platform Tuu launches Asian Eco Stay Awards
Sustainability tracking platform Tuu has launched the Eco Stay Awards 2025 - a dedicated and data-backed sustainability recognition for hotels in Asia. Winners will be announced...
Aug 27, 2024
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Environment
High winter temperatures prompt closure of Selwyn Snow Resort
High temperatures across south eastern Australia over the past week have led to a decrease in snow cover across the alpine region and, as of 25th August, have seen the Selwyn...
Aug 26, 2024
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Snowsport
Agoda reveals Asia's most searched beach destinations to mark International Beach Day
International Beach Day - also referred to as World Beach Day, Global Beach Day and National Beach Day is observed annually on 1st September and is a global initiative dedicated...
Aug 25, 2024
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Environment
Visitor experience enhanced at Tasmania’s Horsetail Falls
Visitors to Tasmania’s natural attraction Horsetail Falls now have the opportunity to get right up close to the falls and enjoy spectacular views from Queenstown to the coast...
Aug 25, 2024
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Parks
Extra water quality funding essential for health of Great Barrier Reef
The Australian Government’s extra $192 million in funding to reduce pollution in Great Barrier Reef waters will help address nitrogen pollution and brings a welcome focus on...
Aug 24, 2024
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Environment
New Peel Geotrail Drive launched to spotlight region’s natural wonders
The Peel Geotrail Drive was officially launched in Western Australia this week featuring 12 sites of interest spanning from Mandurah to Lake Clifton and out to Pinjarra and...
Aug 24, 2024
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Parks
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service looking to fill multiple field roles
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has announced it is hiring seven new employees to fill vital roles on the beautiful South Coast with the roles including Field...
Aug 23, 2024
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Parks
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium staff saddened by death of gentoo penguin Sphen
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium staff are heartbroken to share the news that Sphen, one-half of the world’s famous and loved gentoo penguin couples, has sadly passed away. Sphen and...
Aug 22, 2024
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Environment
New organisations join global Sports for Nature Framework
17 new sports organisations have recently joined the Sports for Nature Framework, committing to protecting and enhancing the natural world. Bringing the total number of...
Aug 22, 2024
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Environment
Hockey Australia partners with Sports Environment Alliance
Sports Environment Alliance (SEA) has welcomed Hockey Australia as a member with Melissa Gmeiner, Social Impact & Sustainability Manager at Hockey Australia advising they have...
Aug 22, 2024
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Environment
Demolition commences at former Manly Sea Life Sanctuary
The abandoned former Manly Sea Life Sanctuary on Sydney's Northern Beaches is finally being demolished after standing derelict for six years. Considered an eye-sore on the Manly...
Aug 20, 2024
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Zoos
Tourism Australia Agritourism Forum program released
With demand for agritourism growing each year and the value of agritourism in Australia expected to reach about $18 billion by 2025, Tourism Australia is to present a Forum on...
Aug 20, 2024
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Environment
Firescreek Botanical Winery becomes Australia’s first ECO Certified winery experience
Firescreek Botanical Winery in the Central Coast region of New South Wales has secured Ecotourism Australia’s ECO Certification - becoming Australia’s first ECO Certified winery...
Aug 19, 2024
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Environment
Sea World Foundation rescues entangled whale off North Stradbroke Island
The Sea World Foundation rescue team yesterday conducted its sixth whale rescue operation of the 2024 migration season to free an eight metre humpback whale entangled in rope...
Aug 19, 2024
Environment
Life Saving patrols extended at Colac Otway Shire's Kennett River this summer
A partnership between Colac Otway Shire Council and Life Saving Victoria will see patrols extended at Kennett River this summer. Kennett River is a small seaside town in...
Aug 19, 2024
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Environment
Sabah tourism and environmental conservation promoted via Miss World Organization
Sabah, a Malaysian state occupying the northern part of the island of Borneo, is being promoted via the Miss World Organization. The ‘Miss World Beauty With A Purpose Tour’ has...
Aug 18, 2024
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Environment
Auditor General spotlights the failure of NSW to protect its threatened species
According to the NSW environmental organisation, the Nature Conservation Council, the NSW Auditor General this week released an audit highlighting the pathetic protection NSW...
Aug 16, 2024
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Environment