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Federal Government releases $40 million in funds for 82 leading organisations
The Federal Government has today announced that $40 million will be shared by 82 leading organisations across the country, under the fourth batch of grants from the $200 million...
Jul 30, 2021
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Hong Kong’s Ocean Park announces revamp and new chief executive
Troubled Hong Kong theme park Ocean Park has announced plans for HK$6.8 billion (US$874 million) revamp along with revealing the appointment of a new chief executive. Ivan Wong...
Jul 29, 2021
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Ongoing Coronavirus challenges sees NRL delay plans for 17th team
The NRL has revealed that it is to delay expansion plans to introduce a 17th team and fourth Queensland side due to the financial strain caused by the latest Coronavirus...
Jul 29, 2021
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Canterbury Museum receives redevelopment consent
Christchurch City Council has advised that Canterbury Museum has been given resource consent to proceed with a proposed multimillion-dollar redevelopment of its Rolleston Avenue...
Jul 26, 2021
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Business and Franchise Brokers appoints NSW health and fitness specialist
Health and fitness business sales specialist, Business & Franchise Brokers (BF Brokers), have announced the new appointment of Shane Byrne as their Business Broker for NSW....
Jul 26, 2021
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Opera Australia to receive $4 million from Federal Government's COVID-19 Arts Fund
Struggling with having to cancel upcoming performances, Opera Australia has been allocated $4 million from the Federal Government's COVID-19 Arts Sustainability Fund. Employing...
Jul 26, 2021
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New research shows that Australian arts and culture will need a ‘total reboot’ after COVID
New research from the Australia Institute warns that the ongoing effects of the Coronavirus pandemic will see some “big casualties” in the cultural sector and that a “total...
Jul 26, 2021
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AFTA continues to push for financial support from government
With ongoing COVID lockdowns and restrictions, the Australian Federation of Travel Agents is continuing to push for more government support. The suspension of the Trans Tasman...
Jul 25, 2021
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Fund managers acquire Travelodge portfolio in $620 million deal
Melbourne-based fund manager Salter Brothers has joined forces with Singaporean sovereign wealth fund GIC and Swiss-based global private equity firm Partners Group to acquire...
Jul 25, 2021
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Fixed interest loan presents pathway for Newcastle Art Gallery expansion to proceed
A financial report concludes that a loan with a fixed interest rate of less than 1% presents a pathway for the City of Newcastle to fund the $35.6 million expansion of the...
Jul 23, 2021
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Queensland Government to deliver new four-year fund for First Nations Artistic Pathways
The Queensland Government is strengthening its investment in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander performing artists and companies with a new four-year fund for emerging arts...
Jul 22, 2021
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Christchurch City Council backs smaller capacity for new stadium
Facing rising costs for the new Canterbury Multi-Use Arena, Christchurch City Council has approved a new design direction for the venue that will reduce its capacity from 30,000...
Jul 22, 2021
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Conservation organisations support University of Newcastle threatened wallaby research
Conservation organisations - Aussie Ark, WildArk and Re:wild - have awarded $15,736 to University of Newcastle for their project ‘Surviving the Inferno – How threatened...
Jul 22, 2021
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Call for stronger advocacy and support for fitness operators in regional Victoria
Citing a bleak outlook for the fitness industry in regional Victoria, gym owner and business leader Mel Tempest has called for stronger representation for the sector and a...
Jul 22, 2021
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Fitness Australia calls for 'JobKeeper 2.0' as Coronavirus lockdowns widen
With nearly 14 million Australians now living under some form of lockdown, Fitness Australia has today called on the Federal Government to widen financial support for impacted...
Jul 21, 2021
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Worldwide revenue from fitness apps to reach almost US$30 billion by 2025
Newly released data from online education provide TradingPlatforms suggests that global revenue from fitness apps is experiencing a 34.4% growth during 2021 and will reach...
Jul 20, 2021
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Christchurch City Council to vote on design direction for Canterbury Multi-Use Arena
Christchurch City Council to vote on design direction for Canterbury Multi-Use Arena The design direction for Canterbury Multi-Use Arena’s preliminary design phase will be...
Jul 20, 2021
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Shoalhaven showgrounds among facilities to benefit from bushfire recovery funding
Improving the resilience of four Shoalhaven showgrounds for bushfire and emergency evacuations is among the eight projects to benefit from Shoalhaven City Council having secured...
Jul 20, 2021
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Australian Reptile Park supports children in need with ‘pay discover forward’ initiative
While current COVID circumstances are difficult for many people, they can be especially challenging for children in need and their families. In early July, the Australian...
Jul 20, 2021
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Crowdfunding campaign prevents closure of Japan’s Studio Ghibli museum
The Ghibli Museum - a museum showcasing the work of the Japanese animation studio Studio Ghibli and located in Inokashira Park in Mitaka, Japan - launched a crowdfunding...
Jul 20, 2021
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Federal Government blocks release of 'sports rorts' report
The Federal Government is blocking release of a report by Secretary of the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet, Phil Gaetjens into the misallocation of funds within the...
Jul 20, 2021
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Fitness and Recreation Industry Technology Summit to offer web-based alternative to postponed Sydney event
With this week’s Fitness and Recreation Industry Technology Summit unable to be held due to the Coronavirus lockdown impacting Greater Sydney, event founder Justin Tamsett has...
Jul 20, 2021
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Fremantle beach facilities to benefit from Council funding
Following an allocation of funds from the City of Fremantle’s 2021-22 annual budget, Fremantle beaches will see an improvement to their facilities with new changerooms and...
Jul 18, 2021
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Queensland grassroots sport and active recreation clubs to benefit from new funding program
Queensland’s new $9 million Active Gameday Projects fund is set to help grassroots sport and active recreation clubs develop or upgrade their playing fields. Funding of up to...
Jul 17, 2021
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