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Work underway at Cairns Aquarium
Preliminary construction works on the new Cairns Aquarium are underway with engineering firm ETS Ltd undertaking geotechnical work on the site in the Cairns CBD. Aquarium...
Aug 5, 2013
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ATEC welcomes seasonal worker extension
The announcement of the extension of the Seasonal Worker Program trial to cover accommodation businesses across the whole of Western Australia by Federal Employment Minister...
Aug 3, 2013
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One in every 22 jobs in NSW attributed to tourism
One in every 22 jobs in NSW is now attributed to the tourism industry, contributing billions of dollars in revenue and supporting more than a quarter of a million jobs across...
Aug 2, 2013
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$2.5 million redevelopment announced for Adelaide Shores' playing fields
Women's and junior football will be among the major beneficiaries of a $2.5 million redevelopment of the Adelaide Shores playing fields in West Adelaide according to South...
Aug 2, 2013
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Just Refrigeration delivers Bunn Beverage Systems' ice drink innovation
Just Refrigeration has partnered with Bunn Beverage Systems of the USA, (the world's number one beverage dispensing machine manufacturer) to import Bunn Gourmet Ice and related...
Aug 2, 2013
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Singapore recognises 353 donors for their $35.3 million contribution to the arts
353 donors were honoured for their generous contributions of $35.3 million to Singapore arts scene in 2012 at the recent Patron of the Arts Awards Ceremony. The awards have seen...
Jul 31, 2013
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$47.8 million Aquanation transformation begins
The major make-over of the ageing Ringwood Aquatic Centre into 'Aquanation', Victoria's new State Diving Centre and regional aquatic and leisure centre, is underway....
Jul 29, 2013
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$30 million in lottery funds for New Zealand community projects
New Zealand's Lottery Grants Board has allocated $30 million to the Lottery Boards Significant Projects Fund for the funding of community projects. Anouncing the funding, New...
Jul 29, 2013
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Tourism in Focus event celebrates the people behind NSW's best tourism businesses
The Tourism Industry Council NSW has launched its annual Tourism in Focus initiative, showcasing the diversity and quality of tourism products across NSW. Now in its second...
Jul 28, 2013
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TIRF grants program announcement backs ATEC election priorities
The recent announcement of the second round of the Federal Government's $9.6 million Tourism Industry Regional Development Fund (TIRF) grants program echoes the calls of the...
Jul 26, 2013
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Billabong pays off debts after reaching deal with US private equity firm
Troubled surfing and lifestyle clothing brand company Billabong says it has repaid all its debts under a rescue deal with a US private equity firm. Billabong has also sold its...
Jul 25, 2013
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Creative New Zealand commits $4.5 million to Auckland Waterfront Theatre Project
Creative New Zealand will invest a total of $4.5 million to help realise the new Waterfront Theatre Project in central Auckland's Wynyard Quarter. The new,...
Jul 23, 2013
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Arthur Tunstall steps down as Australian Commonwealth Games Association NSW Division leader
After 24 years as Chairman/President of the Australian Commonwealth Games Association NSW Division (ACGA NSW), and a staggering total of 48 years on the Division Executive...
Jul 23, 2013
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ASGA farewells Board Chair Paul Faulkner
Australian Sporting Goods Association (ASGA) Chair Paul Faulkner is to step down from the role following his promotion to Nike South East Asia General Manager in Singapore....
Jul 22, 2013
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24 Hour Treadmill Challenge for Very Special Kids raises more than $300,000
The recent 24 Hour Treadmill Challenge for Very Special Kids, supported by The Fitness Generation (TFG) and Fernwood Fitness, has raised more than $310,000 for charity work with...
Jul 22, 2013
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Home Nations want greater share of Lions tour profits
With the 2013 British and Irish Lions tour of Australia expected to generate in excess of $65 million in profit for the Australian Rugby Union, the touring 'home nations' are...
Jul 20, 2013
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TV standard lighting to be installed at Townsville's Tony Ireland Stadium
Federal Government funding to install TV standard lighting at Townsville's Tony Ireland Stadium will see the venue target night time international cricket and AFL matches for...
Jul 19, 2013
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Richard O'Brien returns to Christchurch to back fundraising for Isaac Theatre Royal rebuild
Rocky Horror Show creator Richard O'Brien will return to the Christchurch stage for a unique one-off show 'The Tran in Black All Hallows Frock 'n' Roll Show' on Friday 1st...
Jul 18, 2013
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TTF launches 10-point tourism plan for the next Australian Government
In advance of Australia's looming Federal election, tourism industry lobbying group the Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF) has launched a 10-point plan outlining how it feels the...
Jul 17, 2013
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LIWA Aquatics announces funding for 2013/14 projects
The Board of the Leisure Institute of Western Australian (LIWA) Aquatics has endorsed the 2013/14 annual budget with a substantial increase to funding for a range of programs....
Jul 16, 2013
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Further Federal Government commitment towards a permanent home for netball
Federal Minister for Sport Don Farrell has anounced that the Australian Government has committed a further $1.9 million investment in Netball Australia's 'Home for Netball' in...
Jul 13, 2013
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Western Australian theatre companies to thrill thanks to grants for new works
Six Western Australian theatre companies have been awarded $380,000 in grants to develop new performances and enhance the local theatre industry. Announcing the grants, Western...
Jul 11, 2013
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Last chance to enter 2013 Australian Health and Fitness Quality Awards
Fitness Australia is reminding potential entrants that entries for its 2013 Health and Fitness Industry Quality Awards close next Monday (15th July). The Awards are presented...
Jul 11, 2013
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New directors bring diverse experience to SPASA Board
Following the appointment of Robert Guthrie to the position of President of the Swimming Pool and Spa Alliance (SPASA), three new directors have joined the SPASA Board. The new...
Jul 9, 2013
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