News: Finance
Preventative health again misses out in NSW budget
Inspite of the NSW Government's announcement of a health budget of $1.2 billion, the YMCA has highlighted that preventative health has again been overlooked in favour of...
Jun 18, 2013
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New Toowomba gym taps into wellness and wellbeing market
Less than 12 months after opening the first Zama Yoga studios in the Brisbane suburb of Toowong and in Toowomba's Southtown Shopping Centre, owners Ben and Nicole Loxley have...
Jun 18, 2013
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New visitor facilities opened at Peak Charles National Park
A four-year, $190,000 redevelopment of Western Australia's Peak Charles National Park has been completed. The redevelopment, which is part of the Western Australian Government's...
Jun 18, 2013
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New all-weather pitch opened at St Patrick's College in Kilbirnie
A new artificial turf sportsfield has been opened at St Patrick's College in the Wellington suburb of Kilbirnie. Formally opened at the beginning of June by New Zealand Deputy...
Jun 17, 2013
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Innovative approach to developing community infrastructure
Earthtrak Australia is partnering the Cardinia Shire Council in their latest example of the innovative provision of sporting infrastructure within their community. The Shire...
Jun 17, 2013
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Australian Sport Technologies Network to host NSW event, announces 2013 conference details
The Australian Sport Technologies Network (ASTN) is to host its first event in NSW on Wednesday 26th June. The free event, entitled 'The Future of Sports Technologies in...
Jun 17, 2013
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Backing for sport and recreation projects in Far North Queensland
The Queensland Government has backed a range of sports projects and initiatives in Far North Queensland. Thursday (13th June) saw Queensland Sports Minister Steve Dickson open...
Jun 15, 2013
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Northern Territory unveils vision for tourism growth
The Northern Territory is looking to niche tourism markets to contribute $2.2 billion in annual visitor spending over the next six years. Unveiled in the Northern Territory...
Jun 14, 2013
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Australasian venue managers excel at international school
A group of six students from Australia and New Zealand have successfully completed the US Graduate Institute Venue Management School at Oglebay in Wheeling, West Virginia, USA....
Jun 13, 2013
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$30 million Bellerive Oval redevelopment underway
The $30 million redevelopment of Hobart's Bellerive Oval, also known by its sponsored name Blundstone Arena, has commenced. The Oval upgrade, which is being jointly funded by...
Jun 12, 2013
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ACT Government to fund sport facility upgrades
The ACT Government's 2013-14 Budget continues to support sport and recreation, to ensure Canberrans continue to have access to top-class sporting facilities and programs. On...
Jun 9, 2013
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New Western Australian tourism marketing campaign unveiled
Tourism WA has unveiled the next phase of the 1001 Extraordinary Experiences - a $1.6 million tourism marketing campaign showcasing the best 1001 experiences travellers can have...
Jun 9, 2013
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Phil Durkin assumes AALARA Presidency, and gets thrust into media spotlight
The recent AGM of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) saw Phil Durkin, Director of Phil Durkin Special Events, assume the role of Association...
Jun 7, 2013
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High performance fund gets gold medallist's support
A new fund for high performing athletes and clubs at The University of Auckland has got the approval of one of New Zealand's most accomplished athletes. The Mahé Drysdale Sports...
Jun 6, 2013
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Fair Work Commission recommends $15.80 per week rise in minimum wage
The Fair Work Commission has approved a 2.6% increase to Modern Award adult minimum wages resulting in Australia's lowest paid workers getting a rise of $15.80 per week from 1st...
Jun 6, 2013
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Outdoor access projects to receive walking access funding
The New Zealand Walking Access Commission has awarded more than $60,000 in funding to organisations across the country working to enhance recreational access in the outdoors....
Jun 2, 2013
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Healthy Parks Healthy People grants announced
Victoria's parks and the people who use and work in them are set to benefit from 120 projects backed by $380,000 in Victorian Government grants. Victorian Minister for...
May 31, 2013
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Swimming Pool and Spa Alliance to host new SPASA Convention
The NSW-based Swimming Pool & Spa Alliance (SPASA) has launched a new aquatic industry conference and exhibition the SPASA Convention 2013, to be held at the Sydney Olympic Park...
May 30, 2013
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WorkSafe Queensland issues safety alert following Darling Downs school fete ride incident
WorkSafe Queensland have issued an amusement ride safety alert advising that prohibition notices will be issued to ride operators who do not adhere to ride safety requirements,...
May 30, 2013
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Victorian Government commits $11.7 million for renewal of Federation Square
The Victorian Government has announced that the iconic Federation Square will undergo an $11.7 million upgrade. Explaining this announcement from the 2013/14 State Budget,...
May 28, 2013
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Kicking goals for Indigenous youth
The Federal Government is investing nearly $1.3 million to continue supporting the next generation of Indigenous leaders, in partnership with the Australian Football League. The...
May 28, 2013
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Coaching and leadership centre opens at the AIS
Australia's top coaches and sporting leaders have welcomed the opening of the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Centre for Performance Coaching and Leadership. Opening the...
May 27, 2013
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WhiteWater celebrates biggest ever order period
Canadian-based waterpark specialists WhiteWater West Industries have confirmed a record volume of sales orders signed during its first quarter of 2013. Announcing the success,...
May 26, 2013
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UCOL graduate exercises fitness business know-how
A UCOL (University College of Learning) postgraduate student has started up a group-oriented community health initiative for overweight individuals in the Manawatu District....
May 23, 2013
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