News: Finance
Big Pineapple sold to buyers with 'a vision to restore and grow'
Sunshine Coast tourism icon The Big Pineapple has been purchased by Big Pineapple Corp. Pty Ltd, a consortium which plans to rejuvenate the site, restore the heritage-listed...
Aug 27, 2011
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Victorian Government funds Sovereign Hill volunteers
The Sovereign Hill Museums Association has received $25,000 in new Victorian Government funding to boost the valuable efforts of local volunteers. Victorian Minister for...
Aug 24, 2011
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International sport grants now available
Support from the Australian Government will allow African and East Timorese children the chance to participate in sport and physical activity programs that aim to achieve...
Aug 23, 2011
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Will Australia ever build another theme park?
With new theme parks being developed across Asia, Australasian Leisure Management Publisher Nigel Benton is asking whether Australia will ever witness the development of another...
Aug 21, 2011
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Record numbers contribute to CERM industry benchmarks
A record 184 Australian and New Zealand public aquatic, recreation and sport centres have contributed data to the 2010 CERM PI Operational Management Benchmarks. Managed by the...
Aug 20, 2011
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Manchester United to raise $1 billion in Singapore share sale?
Manchester United Football Club plan to raise $1 billion (£610 million) by selling shares on the Singapore stock market, according to reports. The Wall Street Journal has...
Aug 18, 2011
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Growing demand for online services reaps dividends for Debitsuccess
Companies looking for online solutions for managing customer relationships and improving cash flow has resulted in a year of stellar growth for software development and direct...
Aug 17, 2011
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Billing
Borrowing to back Kalamunda Water Park reopening
The Shire of Kalamunda will borrow about $2 million to complete the Kalamunda Water Park so that it can reopen in December. In its 2011/12 budget, passed last week, the Shire...
Aug 3, 2011
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Tourism faces carbon tax 'triple whammy'
Australia's carbon tax, the high Australian dollar and declining domestic tourism numbers will be a fatal combination for tourism operators, according to the Australian Tourism...
Jul 26, 2011
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New NBL Commission members named
The National Basketball League has named three new members of the NBL Commission, including legendary Australian basketballer Andrew Gaze. Gaze will join the Commission...
Jul 21, 2011
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NZ Holiday parks survive 'trying' times
Holiday parks have survived a "trying" year but are lifting their game to meet the demands of both New Zealand and international travellers, according to Holiday Accommodation...
Jul 21, 2011
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'Positive signs' for Gold Coast Theme Parks
Deutsche Bank has reported on "positive signs" in the "competitive environment" of Gold Coast theme park operations. According to a report in the International Business Times...
Jul 12, 2011
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Bendigo Golf Club investigates sale of 13th hole
Bendigo Golf Club is considering the sale of its par-five 13th hole under a bold new plan to save the 110-year-old club. Club members recently voted for the board to investigate...
Jul 6, 2011
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Toyota extends AFL sponsorship in largest ever deal
The Australian Football League (AFL) has secured a significant sponsorship boost by sealing a three-year contract extension with leading partner Toyota. Toyota has been the...
Jul 5, 2011
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Adelaide Zoo racks up $24 million debt
The South Australian Government has had to step in to assist the Adelaide Zoo which is $24 million in debt. On Tuesday, South Australian Minister for Environment and...
Jun 23, 2011
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Private school money influences Ku-ring-gai Council sportsfield decision
Ku-ring-gai Council has given in-principle support to a plan by two exclusive private schools to pay $2 million for a synthetic running track in a public park near their schools...
Jun 21, 2011
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Tourism a rare winner in Queensland budget
After taking a battering for the past six months, the Queensland tourism industry is set to benefit from an extra $83 million from the State budget. The funding, set for tourism...
Jun 19, 2011
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Swimming NZ to implement review recommendations
SPARC Chief Executive Peter Miskimmin has welcomed the commitment by Swimming New Zealand (SNZ) to implement changes recommended by an independent review of the organisation's...
Jun 17, 2011
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Shark Bay to receive multi-function recreation and emergency evacuation shelter
Shark Bay residents can look forward to the construction of a multi-function community, sport and recreation centre, after receiving $4.15 million from the Western Australian...
Jun 17, 2011
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Australasian Leisure Management partners Sport Business World conference
Australasian Leisure Management is proud to announce its role as Media Partner for the third Annual Sport Business World conference taking place from 27th to 29th June at the...
Jun 15, 2011
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Waikato Stadium rugby fees to drop?
The Waikato Rugby Union and Super Rugby franchise, the Chiefs are in negotiations with the Hamilton City Council in an attempt to secure separate and lower rental agreements for...
Jun 14, 2011
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New Directions for ASGA
The Australian Sporting Goods Association (ASGA) is to be re-branded following the ASGA's Board having approved a new logo for the Association. The new logo encapsulates a...
Jun 11, 2011
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VICSWIM learn to swim program thrown funding lifeline
The VICSWIM Summer 'Kidz' learn to swim program will be overhauled and revived as a result of a funding boost in the 2011-12 Victorian Budget. The Victorian Government has...
Jun 10, 2011
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Australian minimum wage rises by 3.4%
On Friday 3rd June 2011, the Minimum Wage Panel of Fair Work Australia awarded a Federal Minimum Wage increase of 3.4%. This decision increases the national minimum wage by...
Jun 8, 2011
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