News: Environment
Thredbo named Australia's Best Ski Resort for seventh consecutive year
Thredbo has secured the accolade of 'Australia's Best Ski Resort' for the seventh year in a row at the 2023 World Ski Awards in addition to receiving a suite of other awards for...
Dec 6, 2023
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Tasmanian tourism and hospitality operators receive funding to reduce emissions
The Tasmanian Government is investing more than $620,000 in 14 Tasmanian tourism and hospitality operators to help reduce emissions produced by their business. From a winery to...
Dec 6, 2023
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Australian Institute of Sport releases Sun Safe guidelines for summer
Aiming to reduce the risks of skin cancer in sport, the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) has released Sun Safe guidelines for summer - developed alongside Paddle Australia,...
Dec 6, 2023
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Children’s cultural and environmental programs introduced at Ritz-Carlton Asia Pacific
An evolved 'Ritz Kids' program has been introduced by Ritz-Carlton across its Asia Pacific locations – offered in key cities including Tokyo, Singapore and Perth as well as...
Dec 6, 2023
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Alice Springs Kangaroo Sanctuary to feature in NT Government supported film production
The Kangaroo Sanctuary in Alice Springs will be the site for filming of ‘Kangaroo’ - a family comedy production for which the NT Government has invested $1.2 million towards....
Dec 5, 2023
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Sun Group releases luxury resort plans for Vietnam’s Phu Quoc island
Leading Vietnamese hospitality, entertainment and real estate company the Sun Group has announced plans for a luxury resort development at Phu Quoc island. One of south east...
Dec 5, 2023
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WTTC highlights need for tourism industry to reinvent its water strategy efforts
Global tourism body - the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) - has launched its new groundbreaking report, ‘Water Roadmap for Travel & Tourism’, revealing that while total...
Dec 4, 2023
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Elton John concerts and ocean baths rejuvenation among Newcastle’s annual highlights
The City of Newcastle has highlighted some of Council’s achievements from 2022/23 with Elton John's 'Farewell Yellow Brick Road' concerts, the rejuvenation of the Newcastle...
Dec 3, 2023
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AllTrails secures Apple award for 2023 iPhone App of the Year
AllTrails, one of the world's largest and most trusted outdoor platforms, has been awarded iPhone App of the Year by Apple, celebrating its outstanding approach to helping...
Dec 2, 2023
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New vessel joins Great Barrier Reef fleet in Queensland's north
A new 20-metre vessel - the Island Guardian - has joined the fleet of vessels in Queensland's north used to protect and restore the Great Barrier Reef. The $6.3 million Island...
Dec 2, 2023
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Royal Life Saving highlights opportunities for facilities through Community Energy Upgrade Fund Program
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has welcomed the potential benefits of the Australian Government's recently announced the Community Energy Upgrades Fund (CEUF) - which is...
Nov 30, 2023
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World Athletics survey reveals 75% of athletes directly impacted by climate change
The third annual survey* conducted by World Athletics to gauge the attitudes of elite athletes about environmental and social issues has revealed that 75% of our sport’s...
Nov 30, 2023
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Traditional Owner organisations across Queensland to share in 46 new ranger positions
46 new Indigenous Land and Sea Ranger positions are being funded by the Queensland Government to be employed across 15 Traditional Owner organisations. The newest rangers will...
Nov 30, 2023
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Sea World Foundation to host fourth annual Ocean Clean Up
Bringing together dive volunteers and the community, the Sea World Foundation team are hosting their fourth annual Ocean Clean Up at the Gold Coast Seaway this Sunday 3rd...
Nov 29, 2023
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Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service partnership to boost Curtis Island ecotourism
The Queensland Government has purchased Curtis Island’s Spadely Station from Bakara Investments Pty Ltd to add the land to Queensland’s protected areas estate, with the...
Nov 28, 2023
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Accessible beach days return this summer at Glenelg Beach
City of Holdfast Bay has advised that Glenelg Beach will be the site of six accessible beach days this summer, starting this December and running into March next year. Holdfast...
Nov 28, 2023
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Blue Mountains City Council spotlights 23 years as a City within a World Heritage Area
Blue Mountains City Council has spotlighted this year marking the 23rd anniversary of the Greater Blue Mountains region being granted World Heritage status by the United...
Nov 28, 2023
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Former ranger becomes first Indigenous head of Parks Australia
Ronald (Ricky) Archer, Djungan man from the Western Tablelands region of North Queensland, has been appointed as the inaugural First Nations person to lead Parks Australia....
Nov 27, 2023
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ATIC welcomes launch of National Sustainability Framework for the Visitor Economy
The Australian Tourism Industry Council (ATIC) has welcomed the launch of the National Sustainability Framework for the Visitor Economy by the Federal Minister for Trade and...
Nov 27, 2023
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Council highlights significant conservation contributions of Wellington Zoo and Botanic Gardens
Last month, the International Union for Conservation of Nature Species Survival Commission (IUCN SSC) launched its position statement, recognising the significant contributions...
Nov 27, 2023
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Wangetti Trail to progress following signing of Indigenous Land Use Agreements
Djabugay Nation Elders and Leaders and Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk yesterday celebrated the signing of Wangetti Trail’s Indigenous Land Use Agreements. Traditional...
Nov 25, 2023
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Zendure spotlights its contribution to sustainability and innovation at MotoGP
Zendure - a fast-growing EnergyTech start-up – has spotlighted its successful MotoGP season in raising the awareness and immense possibilities of sustainable energy. As sponsor...
Nov 25, 2023
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Australian Government releases new framework and toolkit to drive sustainable tourism
Aiming to drive the long-term sustainability of Australian tourism, the Federal Government has unveiled a new National Sustainability Framework for the industry. Described as...
Nov 24, 2023
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New tourism attractions and experiences to be fast-tracked across Queensland with $15 million boost
An additional $15 million boost for the popular Growing Future Tourism Fund will see new tourism attractions and experiences fast-tracked across Queensland. A $10 million...
Nov 23, 2023
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