News: Environment
South Australian nature tourism businesses given financial boost
Research & Discovery Coastal Tours Kangaroo Island is among the recipients of South Australian Tourism Commission’s second round of Experience Nature Tourism Fund grants which...
Jan 28, 2024
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KOMPAN uses up to 95% recycled materials in playground equipment
Industry-leading playground equipment manufacture KOMPAN has announced that its entire range of playground materials uses up to 95% recycled materials – meaning customers can...
Jan 28, 2024
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Landmark sustainable hospitality partnership forged to drive net positive tourism
Aimed at driving net positive tourism, a landmark partnership has been forged between World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards and The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance. The...
Jan 28, 2024
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Life Saving Victoria concerned for potential tragedies over long weekend
Following four fatal drownings at Phillip Island this week, Life Saving Victoria (LSV) has issued a grave warning to Victorians to stay safe around water this long weekend....
Jan 25, 2024
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MCEC’s Food and Beverage Team Leader Ruby Scrimizzi enhances BBC Earth Experience
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC), currently home of the breathtaking BBC Earth Experience, has advised that their Food and Beverage Team Leader, Ruby Scrimizzi...
Jan 24, 2024
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Edinburgh Royal Botanic Gardens supervisor explores Mt Hotham’s unique flora
Mt Hotham, a biodiversity hotspot, was recently visited by John Mitchell, supervisor of the Alpine department of the prestigious Edinburgh Royal Botanic Gardens, which includes...
Jan 23, 2024
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Green space maintenance across Sunshine Coast impacted by wet weather
While Sunshine Coast Council takes take pride in making sure the region’s parks and gardens look green and great, the ongoing wet and warm weather continues to cause delays and...
Jan 23, 2024
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Mark Leslie appointed to role of onsite General Manager at Lizard Island
Tropical North Queensland resort, Lizard Island, has announced highly experienced industry professional Mark Leslie as onsite General Manager. Lizard Island is the northernmost...
Jan 23, 2024
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Record funding opens for Western Australian Aboriginal cultural heritage projects
A record grants pool of $750,000 is now open to Aboriginal organisations in Western Australia to undertake cultural heritage projects at registered Aboriginal sites. The 2023/24...
Jan 23, 2024
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Ambulance Victoria and Life Saving Victoria reinforce need for caution around inland waterways
Following an increase in fatal and non-fatal inland drownings in Victoria, Ambulance Victoria and Life Saving Victoria continue to call for caution in and around inland...
Jan 22, 2024
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Tropic Wings commits to sustainable tourism and launches new wildlife tour
Locally owned and operated Tropical North Queensland coach tour operator - Tropic Wings - has welcomed the arrival of the first three Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) as part of...
Jan 22, 2024
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Ecotourism Australia announces keynote presenter for Global Sustainable Tourism Summit
Ecotourism Australia has announced that Chief Frank Antoine of the Bonaparte First Nation will be joining the Global Sustainable Tourism Summit program as one of the event's...
Jan 22, 2024
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Big Red Group and Schneider Electric partner for tourism industry decarbonisation
Big Red Group and Schneider Electric have partnered to accelerate decarbonisation in the tourism experiences industry, with a focus on promoting sustainability and responsible...
Jan 21, 2024
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More than $300,000 to be shared among flood impacted Mid Murray tourism operators
As part of the South Australian Tourism Commission’s Mid Murray River Tourism Business Support Program - caravan parks, houseboats, tour operators, shack accommodation and other...
Jan 21, 2024
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Refurbished Springs Lookout unveiled at Hobart’s Mt Wellington
The City of Hobart has announced the completion and opening of the refurbished Springs Lookout on kunanyi/Mt Wellington which offers impressive views over Hobart, the River...
Jan 21, 2024
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Playscape Creations welcomes new team members and spotlights latest project
Leaders in recreational and play innovation, Playscape Creations, has welcomed two design professionals who have recently joined their team. Aaron Nicholls as National...
Jan 21, 2024
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Launceston's popular Cataract Walk recreational trail to reopen to the public
Launceston's popular Cataract Walk recreational trail to reopen to the public Remediation works on the popular Cataract Walk recreational trail are currently underway by City of...
Jan 21, 2024
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Commercial pool equipment repurposed for sustainability of aquatic facilities
Commercial pool equipment is being repurposed by Wellington Shire Council to promote sustainability and resource efficiency. Council is repurposing its existing plant equipment...
Jan 18, 2024
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Swimmers warned about water quality on Sydney beaches and in ACT waterways
Water quality testing results have shown that some of Sydney’s beaches and harbour swimming spots along with some of ACT’s waterways still have a high probability of...
Jan 18, 2024
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Wellington Council’s Parks, Sport and Recreation team adjusts to water restrictions
With water usage in Wellington at an all-time high, Council’s Parks, Sport and Recreation team which manages 58 sites across the city is having to adjust to water restrictions....
Jan 18, 2024
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Ayers Rock Resort secures Advanced Ecotourism Certification
Ayers Rock Resort, Uluru – which marks its 40th anniversary this year - has become the first ECO Certified business of 2024 having secured both Advanced Ecotourism and...
Jan 18, 2024
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WTTC and Biosphere partner to standardise International Hotel Sustainability
A partnership between World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Biosphere aims to establish fundamental steps towards international standardisation in sustainability, creating a...
Jan 18, 2024
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Peninsula Hot Springs Group to open new wellness destination in remote Cunnamulla
The Peninsula Hot Springs Group has announced a new hot spring wellness destination designed by Cox Architects and overlooking the Warrego River in Cunnamulla, Queensland, is...
Jan 17, 2024
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Tennis Australia exposed for its heavy use of plastic during the Australian Open
Organisers of the Australian Open have been called hypocritical this week by two-time champion Victoria Azarenka for the tournament's heavy usage of plastic and not following...
Jan 17, 2024
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