News: Environment
Over 30,000 students approved for subsidised ‘Reef School’ in Queensland
A $3.5 million program introduced by the Queensland Government to support reef tourism operators through the pandemic by turning the Great Barrier Reef into Queensland’s biggest...
Jun 7, 2024
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Environment
Mt Hotham Resort opens for winter notwithstanding lack of snow
This long weekend marks the start of Victoria’s snow season, and while there is little snow coverage, new restaurants, events, a new carpet lift and new, state-of-the-art day...
Jun 7, 2024
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Snowsport
Uluru to receive significant tourism boost with new Virgin Australia flights
With Virgin Australia now flying direct to Uluru from Melbourne four times a week and Brisbane three times a week, there is an expectation for Central Australia to experience a...
Jun 6, 2024
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Environment
Sports Environment Alliance welcomes two new non-executive Directors to its Board
The Sports Environment Alliance (SEA) has today announced the appointment of two non-executive directors, Melanie Robertson and Kieran Power, following an extensive national...
Jun 6, 2024
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Parks
Australian theatre company ‘Legs On The Wall’ goes international in its 40th year
Celebrating 40 years of breathtaking performances, Australia's renowned physical theatre company Legs On The Wall is set to take its critically acclaimed work, THAW, to an...
Jun 5, 2024
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Arts
Global Sustainable Tourism Summit gets underway in Brisbane
Aligned with World Environment Day 2024 which is celebrated annually on 5th June, Ecotourism Australia launched the first day of its Global Sustainable Tourism Summit with...
Jun 4, 2024
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Environment
Global Wellness Summit to explore surge in water-wellness experiences
The Global Wellness Summit, being held in St. Andrews, Scotland from 4th to 7th November, has announced the theme for the 2024 conference as 'A Watershed Moment for Wellness'....
Jun 4, 2024
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Environment
New Sustainable Travel study of 50 cities reveals Melbourne ranks third
A new travel study by ARKA - a sustainable packaging company - analysed more than 50 cities to create a ranking of the world's top sustainable destinations for summer 2024. To...
Jun 3, 2024
Tourism /
Environment
Inaugural Global Sustainable Tourism Summit to delve into issues challenging the industry
Ecotourism Australia, the peak national body for nature-based and sustainable tourism is launching its inaugural Global Sustainable Tourism Summit in Brisbane from 4th to 6th...
Jun 3, 2024
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Environment
Experienced female climbers report sexual harassment
At a time when the outdoor recreation industry is addressing sexual abuse and harassment, reports of sexual abuse and harassment in elite climbing industry have emerged in the...
Jun 3, 2024
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Environment
Dr Iain Ross welcomed as visionary leader for Net Zero Economy Agency
The Federal Government has appointed Dr Iain Ross AO, as acting Chair of the Net Zero Economy Agency with a view to appointing him to Chair of the Net Zero Economy Authority...
Jun 2, 2024
Government /
Environment
Global researchers gather to tackle plastic pollution in South East Asia
With plastic pollution posing severe threats to ocean health and biodiversity, particularly in Southeast Asia, this week, researchers from around the globe are gathering to...
Jun 2, 2024
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Environment
Green Sports Alliance announces AY Young sustainability advocate as closing musical performer
The Green Sports Alliance has announced AY Young as their closing musical performer for the 2024 Green Sports Alliance Summit Awards Celebration being held on 12th June in Los...
Jun 2, 2024
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Environment
Construction underway on Cassowary Coast nature play park
Cassowary Coast Regional Council has announced plans for the construction of a $780,000 nature play area featuring an enchanted palm forest, slides, and fort nestled amid a...
Jun 2, 2024
Recreation /
Play /
Environment /
Parks
Palmerston looks forward to securing its first Scout Hall
The Northern Territory Government is granting a lease of Crown land to the Scout Association of Australian Northern Territory Branch (Scouts NT) which will help Palmerston...
Jun 2, 2024
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Environment
Divirod partners with hospitality groups in new Global Coastal Observation Network Initiative
With climate change having the potential to significantly impact coastal tourism, Divirod, a provider of real-time water monitoring services, has partnered with hospitality...
May 30, 2024
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Aquatics /
Environment
Victorian Institute of Sport partners with Sports Environment Alliance
The Sports Environment Alliance (SEA) has welcomed its newest member, the Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS). Described as being “at the start of its sustainability journey”,...
May 30, 2024
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Environment
Latest Reef Water Quality Report Card shows Australia will not hit protection targets
The release of the latest Reef Water Quality Report Card shows little progress by governments on achieving Australia's water quality targets in the Reef 2050 Water Quality...
May 30, 2024
Government /
Environment
Robert Irwin announced as first major speaker for WTTC Global Summit in Perth
Australian conservationist and wildlife photographer Robert Irwin (son of the late Australian environmentalist and television personality Steve Irwin), is the first major...
May 29, 2024
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Environment
Conservation groups continue to call on NSW Government to end outdated shark net protection system
Conservation groups including Humane Society International Australia, Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS), The Envoy Foundation and Action for Dolphins (AFD) are...
May 29, 2024
Government /
Environment
Northern Territory businesses’ equipment and technology funded to reduce waste
The Northern Territory Government is supporting businesses reduce waste with grants of up to $20,000 on offer to invest in equipment or technology which improves recycling....
May 29, 2024
Finance /
Technology /
Environment
Austrade flags benefits of Woodhouse Adventure Park's diverse workforce
Austrade - the Federal Government's international trade promotion, investment and visitor attraction agency - has noted that while Australian tourism operators face ongoing...
May 28, 2024
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Environment
Major Alpine tourism route reopens ahead of Victoria’s snow season
One of Victoria’s busiest Alpine tourism routes - Bogong High Plains Road – which connects the state’s alpine region to tens of thousands of visitors each year, has reopened...
May 27, 2024
Safety /
Environment /
Snowsport
Wellington City Council projects secure top Public Architecture awards
Three Wellington City Council supported facilities secured top awards in their categories at the region’s Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects awards held last...
May 27, 2024
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Zoos