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Industry Council highlights importance of tourism in NSW
The Tourism Industry Council of NSW launched a new initiative 'Tourism in Focus', that aims to highlight the importance of tourism to the NSW economy and to celebrate tourism...
Aug 1, 2012
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Sapphire Aquatic Centre confident of funding solution
The Sapphire Aquatic Centre at Pambula on the New South Wales far south coast is apparently confident that it can find a solution for a $50,000 budgeted shortfall. Opened in...
Aug 1, 2012
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NZ owned fitness chain challenges traditional 'gym' business model
New Zealand gym chain cityfitness is challenging the traditional 'gym' business model by introducing a 'garage style' training approach to its core fitness offerings. Over the...
Jul 31, 2012
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London reception backs Australia's sports events industry
Australia's major sporting event industry was showcased over the weekend at a high-level networking reception in London. Coinciding with the opening of the London 2012 hundreds...
Jul 28, 2012
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Sport Southland to shed staff
New Zealand Regional Sport Trust Sport Southland is to lose the equivalent of more than two staff and run a $50,000 deficit though the financial year. However, General Manager...
Jul 27, 2012
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NSW welcomes record numbers of business events
New South Wales has experienced one of its most successful periods in its events hosting history, according to the Minister for Tourism and Major Events George Souris, with up...
Jul 26, 2012
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State Governments quietly end support for sport exports agency
With just days until the start of the London Olympics, another event at which Australia's sport events expertise is being praised while also earning valuable export income for...
Jul 25, 2012
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Sydney Entertainment Centre wins IAVM Venue Excellence award
The International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) has announced the Sydney Entertainment Centre (SEC) as the winner of its 2012 Venue Excellence Award (Arenas) the first...
Jul 24, 2012
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New Zealand operators must adapt for Asia
The greatest opportunities to grow New Zealand's tourism industry lie in Asia but operators must adapt quickly to take full advantage, according to the Tourism Industry...
Jul 24, 2012
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Baseball and softball bodies unite to seek Olympics return
The International Baseball Federation (IBAF) and International Softball Federation (ISF) are set to merge in an effort to return their sports to the Olympic program. The...
Jul 24, 2012
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Ripple Massage expands into Tasmania
Australian owned mobile day spa Ripple Massage and Beauty is to expand its operations into Tasmania from July 2012. With current operations servicing the Gold Coast, Brisbane,...
Jul 22, 2012
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Sydney's Centennial Parklands seeks Open Air Cinema and Theatre Performance business operator
The Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust is seeking an operator for a seasonal open air cinema and theatre performance business at Belvedere Amphitheatre, located within...
Jul 20, 2012
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Event Safety Alliance Australia launches
In a week when events safety was a prominent issue at the ENTECH convention, a new body, Event Safety Alliance Australia (ESAA) has been launched. With news of accidents at...
Jul 20, 2012
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Former Auditor-General named as new chair of Zealandia's interim board
Wellington City Council has confirmed new members of the Zealandia interim board with former Auditor-General Kevin Brady appointed chair. The Council sees that the appointment...
Jul 20, 2012
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Futsal grows across the globe in advance of Thailand World Cup
With the FIFA Futsal World Cup set to be staged in Thailand in November, a recent survey by the Development Committee of the world football governing body reveals that...
Jul 19, 2012
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Gold Coast Blaze quits National Basketball League
Basketball Australia has confirmed that the ownership of the Gold Coast Blaze has taken the decision to withdraw from the National Basketball League (NBL). After going into...
Jul 19, 2012
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Job cuts planned for Adelaide Zoo?
In a bid to counter its massive debts Adelaide Zoo is considering cutting staff numbers and reviewing its animal collections. The Zoo's new five-year business plan plans for...
Jul 18, 2012
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Time running out for Cairns' Tobruk Memorial Pool
Uncertainty surrounds the future of Cairns' 50-year old Tobruk Memorial Pool with media reports suggesting that community facility is so dilapidated that it can only stay open...
Jul 18, 2012
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Active Network launches all-purpose mobile suite for meetings and events
The Active Network has launched a groundbreaking suite of mobile applications that provides an all-purpose portfolio for professional meetings and events. With Active Network's...
Jul 17, 2012
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Tsunami-hit Japanese marine museum gets $3 million from Kuwait Amir
His Highness the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah has donated US$3 million to the restoration of Japan tsunami-hit Aquamarine Fukushima marine science...
Jul 17, 2012
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Geelong recognised for obesity prevention
2012 has seen the city of Geelong gain considerable recognition for its anti-obesity programs. The city is one of 14 municipalities to be included in the joint Federal and...
Jul 17, 2012
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TRC Tourism gets $1 million to improve visitor experiences in national landscapes
Consultancy firm TRC Tourism has been awarded a $1 million Strategic Tourism Investment Grant from the Government's T-QUAL Grants program to lead a consortium to prepare and...
Jul 16, 2012
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New funding to keep Indigenous Australians active
opportunities for Indigenous Australians to participate in sport and recreation have been announced through the Australian Government's $30.4 million Indigenous Sport and Active...
Jul 13, 2012
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New Zealand to target international business events sector
Tourism New Zealand is to launch a new campaign aimed at the international business events market, leveraging off its highly successful 100% Pure New Zealand tourism campaign....
Jul 12, 2012
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