News: Environment
Australian communities protect the environment on National Tree Day
Today on National Tree Day, Australians across the country have connected with their community and nature by planting a tree. National Tree Day in Australia is celebrated on the...
Jul 26, 2025
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Humane World for Animals reiterates need for removing shark nets from Sydney beaches
Conservation organisation, Humane World for Animals, has reiterated the need for removing shark nets from Sydney beaches following today’s Daily Telegraph article revealing that...
Jul 26, 2025
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Sunshine Coast’s Mystic Mountains Tours offers starry nights astronomy experience
Sunshine Coast’s Mystic Mountains Tours offers starry nights astronomy experience While most astro-tourism experiences are offered in outback areas, Sunshine Coast tour operator...
Jul 25, 2025
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Busselton Jetty’s Underwater Observatory set for temporary closures for accessibility upgrade
The Busselton Jetty Underwater Observatory is to close for up to six weeks to undergo an accessible lift upgrade, reopening in September. The new lift system, to be installed...
Jul 25, 2025
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ENGIE Stadium to host first GreenPower Game in NSW AFL history
ENGIE ANZ will power AFL’s Greater Western Sydney Giants through the first GreenPower Game in NSW in AFL history, adding a new dimension to the club partnership and reaffirming...
Jul 24, 2025
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Cumberland City Council partners with Planet Ark to call for community involvement on National Tree Day
Cumberland City Council has partnered with with Planet Ark to call on all residents to participate in Australia’s largest tree planting and nature care event, National Tree Day....
Jul 24, 2025
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Climate change to have increasing impact on cricket around the world
Climate change and severe weather event is placing cricketers at all levels of the game and around the world at increasing risk due to playing in extreme conditions according to...
Jul 22, 2025
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CoastWA delivers $3 million for 27 projects to safeguard Western Australia's coastline
The recipients of the 2025-26 CoastWA grants have been announced by the Western Australian Government with $3.01 million to be shared across 27 projects to safeguard the state’s...
Jul 22, 2025
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Murray Region looks to inspire visitors with winter tourism campaign
A new winter tourism campaign is promoting the Murray River's 'Sun Country' encouraging visitors to explore the area during the cooler months and experience everything the...
Jul 22, 2025
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Macao Tourism Office and Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration initiative awarded Grand Title Winners of the 2025 PATA Gold Awards
Celebrating outstanding achievements across the Asia Pacific tourism industry, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced the winners of its 2025 PATA Gold Awards,...
Jul 22, 2025
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World Economic Forum report shows market segments driving tourism growth
A new report by the World Economic Forum has highlighted four segments that are emerging as significant tourism growth drivers, expanding at rates exceeding sector averages. The...
Jul 21, 2025
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Tweed Shire Council urges community to unite in protecting region’s koalas
During this critical koala breeding season, the Northern Rivers Regional Partnership, which includes Tweed Shire Council, Friends of the Koala and other local councils is...
Jul 21, 2025
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City of Casey commits to transparent naming of community spaces
Melbourne’s City of Casey has unanimously endorsed a three-year Forward Works Program for the naming and registration of council-owned reserves and community facilities,...
Jul 20, 2025
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Typhoon Wipha impacts leisure industry across Hong Kong, Vietnam, Southern China, South Korea and the Philippines
Typhoon Wipha, a powerful tropical storm sweeping across East and Southeast Asia, is causing massive disruptions with Hong Kong, Vietnam, Southern China, South Korea and the...
Jul 20, 2025
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Northern Territory Parks reminds Larapinta Trail hikers of need for safety planning
Northern Territory Parks is reminding hikers of the need to carry personal location devices and be well prepared when they head into the outback after two recent rescues....
Jul 20, 2025
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Sunshine Coast Council starts work on Mooloolaba beachfront makeover
Works have begun to deliver an ocean viewing deck, relaxing new beachfront spaces, public artwork and modern public amenities at Mooloolaba’s foreshore. The Sunshine Coast...
Jul 18, 2025
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New study co-led by Griffith University calls for rethinking wildlife tourism
A new discussion paper, co-authored by Griffith University’s Associate Professor Georgette Leah Burns, raises serious ethical concerns about the use of non-human animals in...
Jul 18, 2025
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Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel becomes first Sustainable Tourism Certified Marriott in Australia
Ecotourism Australia has announced that Sydney Harbour Marriott has met globally recognised sustainable tourism criteria to become the first Marriott International Hotel in...
Jul 17, 2025
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Albany artificial reef delivers new surfing site for locals and tourists
Albany’s Southern Ocean Surf Reef has officially opened delivering a new surfing site for locals and tourists. The artificial reef offers an accessible surfing site offshore...
Jul 16, 2025
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Klook and Hoshino Resorts tackle overtourism and reshape how tourists explore Japan
Klook, a leading platform for experiences and tourism services in Asia Pacific, has teamed up with Japan's renowned hospitality brand Hoshino Resorts to reshape how the world...
Jul 16, 2025
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New research spotlights need for nature-based therapy to be embedded into routine health care
Researchers from the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia have conducted a study - the first of its kind and published in the journal Health and Place -...
Jul 16, 2025
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Funding supports Queenstown Lakes District events having a focus on environmental sustainability
Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) approved $287,000 for events funding at its meeting held end June and adopted a district Events Policy at the same time. The funding was...
Jul 15, 2025
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Funding announced for over 600 South Australian sport and active recreation clubs impacted by drought
The Regional Drought Relief Round – introduced by the South Australian Government – is enabling 630 sport and active recreation clubs impacted by drought to access up to $5,000...
Jul 15, 2025
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Mineral Springs Master Plan announced for Victoria
Mineral springs are already a budding tourism attraction for Victoria, with visitors drawn to their history and wellbeing benefits. The Victorian Government has announced the...
Jul 14, 2025
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