News: Environment
Move to transition Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre to renewable energy
The City of Ballarat has advised that its staff are working with aquatic centre consultancy Beca to assess the potential for reducing energy demand and transitioning to 100%...
Oct 2, 2023
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Rottnest Island Authority new five-year plan focusses on culture, conservation and sustainability
The Rottnest Island Authority has released its new 2023-2028 plan which focuses on conservation, sustainability, infrastructure, visitor experience, cultural heritage and...
Oct 1, 2023
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Hume City Council endorses its new five-year Climate Action Plan
Hume City Council has launched its new Climate Action Plan 2023–2028 that includes a carbon neutral target for Council operations by 2030. The plan builds upon earlier work from...
Sep 28, 2023
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Environment
VisitCanberra partners with Ecotourism Australia to boost sustainability
VisitCanberra has partnered with Ecotourism Australia, the peak body for sustainable and ecotourism in Australia, to grow and strengthen the nation capital’s sustainable tourism...
Sep 27, 2023
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PwC Indonesia study reveals leading south-east Asia travel platform to have social, environmental and economic impact
PwC Indonesia has released a socio-economic impact study which reveals Traveloka - Southeast Asia's leading travel platform - is making significant social, environmental, and...
Sep 27, 2023
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Les Mills Asia Pacific collaborates with BODY BIKE to mark indoor cycling milestone
Les Mills indoor cycling program - RPM - has turned 100, and to mark this significant milestone, Les Mills Asia Pacific is hosting RPM 100 celebrations, powered by 100 BODY...
Sep 26, 2023
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Fitness
Gold Coast wildlife protection boosted with key land purchase by Council
Gold Coast City Council has acquired another crucial parcel of wildlife land to help restore the natural habitat for native animals The purchase is the first time the City has...
Sep 26, 2023
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Environment
Goulburn Valley Health partners with RiverConnect to promote wellness via natural environment
RiverConnect has welcomed Goulburn Valley Health as an ongoing partner to help leverage and guide wellness benefits of immersion in the natural environment. As the peak public...
Sep 26, 2023
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Environment
Parramatta Aquatic Centre gets official opening
After six years in the making, the landmark Parramatta Aquatic Centre has opened to the public. Located within Parramatta Park on the edge of central Parramatta, the new...
Sep 24, 2023
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Community input informs wildflower trial across Christchurch’s green spaces
Earlier this year, Christchurch City Council asked their community to advise on what green spaces they would like to see flourishing with wildflowers. Following this feedback,...
Sep 24, 2023
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Parks
Tasmania’s hospitality and tourism sectors supported in journey to reduce carbon emissions
In helping Tasmania’s hospitality and tourism operators reduce their carbon footprint, the State Government has opened applications for their $900,000 Tourism Emissions...
Sep 24, 2023
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First carbon-neutral Asian Games underway in China
Organisers of the 19th Asian Games, being hosted in the Chinese city of Hangzhou and running until 8th October 2023, have declared the event to be the first carbon-neutral Asian...
Sep 23, 2023
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Funding helps volunteers protect Victoria’s natural environment
More than $4.4 million worth of Victorian Government grants have been awarded to the State’s youth and volunteer groups to further improve Victoria’s natural environment. More...
Sep 22, 2023
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Community encouraged to review nature reserve plans for Barunguba Montague Island
A new plan of management has been drafted for Barunguba Montague Island, located on the NSW south coast, with community feedback sought on how the nature reserve should be cared...
Sep 22, 2023
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Queenstown rebounds after weather event and prepares to welcome visitors
Destination Queenstown has advised that the South Island adventure capital is open, accessible and ready to welcome school holiday visitors following 24 hours of adverse weather...
Sep 22, 2023
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Environment
RAC Arena welcomes recognition as Australian Event Awards' Venue of the Year
The team at Perth’s RAC Arena have welcomed its recognition as Venue of the Year at last week’s 2023 Australian Event Awards and Symposium. Judged by a panel of industry...
Sep 21, 2023
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MotoGP and AWorld launch new fan engagement project for sustainable action
MotoGP™ has begun a new collaboration with AWorld encouraging MotoGP fans to take individual sustainable actions. MotoGP fans around the world are being encouraged to join the...
Sep 21, 2023
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All-abilities sensory garden planned for Serendip wildlife sanctuary
Based outside Geelong, the You Yangs and Serendip Sanctuary are popular reserves for wildlife viewing, education and outdoor recreation, including for disability services. The...
Sep 21, 2023
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Taronga Zoo to host World Association of Zoos and Aquariums 2024 global conference
The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA), the global alliance of regional associations, national federations and institutions, has revealed that Sydney's Taronga Zoo...
Sep 20, 2023
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Funding to enhance Cape York’s protection of natural and cultural values
The Queensland Government’s 2023-24 State Budget includes additional funding to help protect the natural landscapes and cultural values of Cape York Peninsula for future...
Sep 20, 2023
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Saudi Arabia’s Alula showcased at ecological restoration conference in Darwin
Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) will be showcasing its ambitious regreening and rewilding projects as a Premium Sponsor of the 10th World Conference on...
Sep 20, 2023
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Food & Hotel Malaysia 2023 showcases sustainable innovation and solutions
The 10 halls of the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre have been transformed for the duration of the 17th edition of Food & Hotel Malaysia (FHM 2023) currently underway until 23rd...
Sep 20, 2023
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Support offered for recovery of Kimberley flood impacted environmental and cultural assets
The Federal and Western Australian Governments are delivering support for the clean-up, rehabilitation and monitoring of the long-term environmental, heritage and cultural...
Sep 19, 2023
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Saudi Arabia hosts global Tourism leaders to celebrate World Tourism Day 2023
Since 1980, the United Nations World Tourism Organization has celebrated World Tourism Day on 27th September. This date was chosen as on that day in 1970, the Statutes of the...
Sep 19, 2023
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