News: Environment
NRMA Parks and Resorts invests in Pumphouse Point retreat to add premium enhancements
Investment in Tasmania’s award-winning Pumphouse Point, situated within the ancient myrtle forests at Lake St Clair will deliver two new premium Retreats in late July offering...
Jul 14, 2025
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Fraser Island’s traditional name K'gari officially associated with its global recognition as World Heritage site
Queensland’s Fraser Island - the world's largest sand island – has had its traditional name, K'gari, officially associated with its global recognition as a World Heritage site,...
Jul 14, 2025
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NSW Government launches funding program to help businesses explore Energy-Saving Heat Pumps
Aimed at assisting businesses across diverse sectors and applications - including recreational pool heating - to investigate the feasibility of energy-efficient heat pump...
Jul 13, 2025
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The Murujuga Cultural Landscape granted World Heritage status by UNESCO
The Murujuga Cultural Landscape, an area of ancient Aboriginal rock art located in the north-west of Western Australia has been recognised for its Outstanding Universal Value on...
Jul 13, 2025
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Significant expansion of Nilpena Ediacara National Park to boost tourism and biodiversity
Nilpena Ediacara National Park, South Australia’s newest national park - treasured for its collection of fossils containing Earth’s earliest complex animal life - will expand by...
Jul 13, 2025
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WWF Australia announces Sam Mostyn as its new patron
WWF Australia has announced Governor General of Australia, Sam Mostyn as its new patron. With her record of support for climate science, environment and caring for communities,...
Jul 11, 2025
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Surf Life Saving Australia supports inclusive initiative NAIDOC Week
This week Surf Life Saving Australia is celebrating 50 years of NAIDOC Week and has joined those around Australia uniting to honour Indigenous voices, culture, and the...
Jul 10, 2025
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University of Sydney researcher among health experts making recommendations for the UN Plastics Treaty
Dr Nicholas Chartres, Senior Research Fellow in the University of Sydney School of Pharmacy, has joined with other leading health experts, authoring an editorial for The World...
Jul 10, 2025
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Popularuty of New Zealand’s Great Walks boosts tourism growth
New Zealand Department of Conservation has spotlighted a significant boost in the number of people booking bed nights along the country’s Great Walks with NZ Conservation...
Jul 9, 2025
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World Heritage orders full review of Great Barrier Reef as Australia falls short in its protection
Australia continues to fall short across a number of areas in its protection of the Great Barrier Reef leading UNESCO's World Heritage Committee to order a full review of...
Jul 9, 2025
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NSW National Parks staff join tour operators to spotlight need for safe distances when whale watching
With humpback whales undertaking their annual migration, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) have teamed up with professional tour operators to help remind the...
Jul 8, 2025
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Aquatic, sport and recreation facilities among southeast Queensland assets to receive cyclone recovery package
In the wake of the impact in March 2025 of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, a $169.297 million recovery program will be delivered under the joint Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery...
Jul 7, 2025
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WTTC looks into causes of tourism overcrowding
When the tourism industry is managed well, it fosters cultural exchange, global understanding, and environmental protection. But without smart planning, the benefits it brings...
Jul 6, 2025
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Mogo Trails mountain bike hub supports regional regeneration
Mogo Trails, located in southeast NSW, has officially opened to the public as a premier mountain bike hub. Following its devastation by the Black Summer Bushfires, the trail...
Jul 6, 2025
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UN International Organization for Migration collaborates with YG Entertainment to promote renewable energy
The United Nations' International Organization for Migration (IOM) is collaborating collaboration with YG Entertainment, one of the world's leading K-pop entertainment...
Jul 6, 2025
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Kestrel Nest EcoHut becomes first International DarkSky approved accommodation in Australia
The Kestrel Nest EcoHut, located located at Highfield Farm and Woodland in the Snowy Mountains region of NSW, has been identified by DarkSky International as a place with little...
Jul 6, 2025
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Kakadu National Park’s popular Gunlom destination reopens
One of Kakadu National Park’s most popular and photographed destinations - Gunlom, has today reopened - marking the first time the tourism drawcard has been accessible to the...
Jul 3, 2025
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Construction commences on immersive Serengeti Resort experience at Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Construction has commenced on the most ambitious development in Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s history - the immersive Serengeti Resort experience in Dubbo. Set across 55 hectares...
Jul 3, 2025
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Cumberland City Council flags its sustainable initiative during Plastic Free July
Cumberland City Council has highlighted the success of its creative community-driven initiative ‘Banner to Bags Campaign’ which involves converting waste into opportunity. To...
Jul 3, 2025
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Rockhampton Zoo celebrates 100 years and unveils new Botanic Gardens and Zoo Visitor Hub
Coinciding with Rockhampton Zoo celebrating its 100th anniversary, Rockhampton Regional Council, in partnership with the Australian Government has officially opened the $8.9...
Jul 2, 2025
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Second catastrophic weather event impacts Aussie Ark sanctuary in just weeks
Aussie Ark sanctuary is seeking help and support from the public again following it being impacted by the second catastrophe in just weeks. The sanctuary has been hammered by...
Jul 1, 2025
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Nature-based tourism projects continue to be supported across South Australia
The $2 million Experience Nature Tourism Fund, administered by the South Australian Tourism Commission in partnership with the Department for Environment & Water and the South...
Jul 1, 2025
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New $10 million marine hospital and conservation hub for Sea World Foundation
The Queensland Government is delivering $10 million in the Budget for a first-of-its-kind Sea World Foundation Wildlife Hospital on the Gold Coast, equipped to rescue and treat...
Jul 1, 2025
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Western Australian Government bans foamed plastics
Coinciding with the start of ‘Plastic Free July’, the Western Australian Government has banned moulded expanded plastic packaging (EPP), now effective, as part of Stage 2 of its...
Jul 1, 2025
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