News: Finance
South Australia Koala Plate initiative supports wildlife rescue organisations
The South Australian EzyPlates initiative has enabled motorists to support South Australian wildlife rescue and rehabilitation organisations with $50,000 in grants now available...
Sep 22, 2024
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More than 215,000 free tickets to Perth Zoo claimed via ServiceWA app
Western Australians are eager to secure a Perth Zoo Free Pass ahead of the school holidays with more than 215,000 tickets now claimed through the ServiceWA app. The WA...
Sep 21, 2024
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Western Australian arts organisations share $1.32 million in funding
The Western Australian Government has awarded $1.32 million to 22 projects via round three of the Arts Projects for Organisations grant program 2023-2024. The Arts Projects for...
Sep 20, 2024
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Victoria’s Barwon region councils helped to conserve water
Victoria’s Barwon region councils with large nature reserves and sporting grounds are being assisted in identifying ways to reduce their water consumption. Large water users in...
Sep 19, 2024
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Queensland Government invests over $8 million into koala habitat and vaccine research
The Queensland Government is investing $8.7 million to restore crucial koala habitat and address a key disease threat. Two organisations - Queensland Trust for Nature and...
Sep 19, 2024
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Four Queensland ecotourism projects to share in $15 million state government funding
Four ecotourism projects across Queensland will share in the $15 million second round of Growing Future Tourism funding with projects including a new resort on Hook Island, a...
Sep 18, 2024
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Cost of new Hobart Stadium to rise by $60 million as economic cost questioned
The estimated cost of Hobart’s planned waterfront stadium, a condition of Tasmania Tigers entry into the AFL, has increased to $775 million – before construction has even begun....
Sep 18, 2024
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Dreamworld owner Coast Entertainment Holdings reports increased net profit in last financial year
New attractions saw Dreamworld and Skypoint enjoy increased visitation, ticket sales and revenue in the 2023/24 financial year with owner Coast Entertainment Holdings Limited...
Sep 16, 2024
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NSW Government amends laws to help struggling music festival industry
The NSW Government has today announced new regulatory and financial support for the embattled music festival industry which is under the pressure of increasing costs. With a...
Sep 16, 2024
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Additional $5 million to protect Australia’s natural and cultural heritage sites
The Federal Government has announced Australia’s most precious heritage sites will receive a $5.3 million boost via new round of project grants. Australian Heritage Grants are...
Sep 15, 2024
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Northern Territory’s Ross River Resort to close to the public
The owners of the Ross River Resort, sited 84 kilometres east of Alice Springs in the Eastern MacDonnell Ranges, have advised that the site will close to the general public from...
Sep 14, 2024
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Chinese Football Association gives 43 players and officials life bans for match-fixing
Following a two-year investigation into match-fixing and gambling, the Chinese Football Association (CFA) has banned 38 players and five club officials for life. As reported by...
Sep 12, 2024
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AUSactive’s new ECOactive initiative aims to reduce fitness industry energy costs
Looking to make a positive impact on the fitness industry’s carbon footprint and environmental sustainability while also supporting its registered business members in reducing...
Sep 12, 2024
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Aventuur advises of investment initiatives for new Perth Surf park
Backers of the $100 million Perth Surf Park are presenting a $10 million loan note offer pitched to surfers and other interested parties to raise investment for the project....
Sep 12, 2024
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Big Red Bash organisers cancel 2025 edition but plan 2026 return
The organisers of the Big Red Bash outback music festival have announced that they are to take a break from hosting the outback music festival next year but that it will return...
Sep 12, 2024
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Aquatic industry bodies in running for association awards
Industry bodies Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) and SPASA (Swimming Pool and Spa Association Australia) are each in the running for recognition as Australia's Association...
Sep 12, 2024
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Sydney’s bid to become world’s seventh Marathon Major host city could deliver $300 million
With the Sydney Marathon being held 15th September - having attracted 25,000 entrants - analysis undertaken by Destination NSW on Sydney’s bid to become the world’s seventh...
Sep 12, 2024
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Penrith culture and sport events in September to boost local economy
A vibrant mix of signature cultural events and sporting competitions on offer in Penrith from 20th to 22nd September is anticipated to attract over 40,000 residents and visitors...
Sep 12, 2024
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South Australia supports new national policy to empower more women in sport
The South Australian Government has welcomed this week’s announcement of the National Gender Equity in Sports Governance Policy while highlighting their progress to date....
Sep 11, 2024
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Grant applications open to boost creative events in regional Victoria
Victorian Minister for Creative Industries, Colin Brooks has announced applications are now open for the Small Regional Presenters program, with grants of up to $15,000 to help...
Sep 11, 2024
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Community Film Festivals receive funding for opening nights across NSW
Local film festivals organisers and film aficionados across NSW are set to benefit from a new funding program that supports opening night celebrations for the community. The new...
Sep 11, 2024
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Viva Leisure announces Boutique Fitness Studios investment to drive growth of Xponential Fitness brands in Australia and New Zealand
ASX-listed Viva Leisure has today advised that it has made a strategic investment in Boutique Fitness Studios (BFS), the master franchisee of Xponential Fitness-owned brands...
Sep 11, 2024
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ACT Liberals promise new waterfront Canberra stadium if elected
The opposition Liberal Party have pledged that it will build a new 30,000-seat stadium on the Acton Waterfront in central Canberra if they assume government after next month's...
Sep 11, 2024
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Dwight Yorke secures $290,000 compensation for sacking by A-Leagues' Macarthur FC
Former Macarthur FC coach Dwight Yorke has been awarded $290,000 in compensation for his sacking by the A-League team after just 13 games of the 2022/23 season. The former...
Sep 11, 2024
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