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ICC Sydney doubles its contribution to NSW economy in 2022/23 financial year
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has doubled its economic contribution to NSW in FY2023. The venue attracted over one million visitors that delivered $600...
Aug 30, 2023
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QCoast2100 program helps Queensland coastal communities plan for climate change impacts
10 Queensland coastal councils will share in $3.3 million in funding for projects aimed at safeguarding their communities and facilities from the impact of coastal erosion,...
Aug 30, 2023
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ASF survey suggests financial struggles faced by elite athletes could see sport looking to philanthropy
A new report from the Australian Sports Foundation (ASF) has revealed that financial insecurity is placing crippling pressures on the nation’s elite athletes and that...
Aug 29, 2023
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Dr Pamela Wall announces new Arts Initiative to attract Next Generation of philanthropists
A significant new fundraising campaign which aims to inspire and encourage the next generation of arts philanthropists was launched at the Adelaide Festival Centre Foundation...
Aug 29, 2023
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Zoos SA delighted to receive $1 million private donation for Asian Elephant campaign
Zoos SA is delighted to have received a private donation of $1million to the ‘Help us home elephants campaign’ pushing them even closer to the original goal of raising...
Aug 29, 2023
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The CaPTA Group announces closure of Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome
After almost two decades of providing wildlife encounters and adventure experiences above Cairns’ Reef Hotel Casino, operators The CaPTA Group have announced the closure of the...
Aug 28, 2023
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Parks Australia grant supports tourism sustainability within Indian Ocean Territories Marine Parks
Parks Australia grant funding is supporting a partnership between Ecotourism Australia, The University of Queensland (UQ) and Christmas Island Tourism Association (CITA) aimed...
Aug 28, 2023
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Paralympics Australia announces Paris 2024 partnership with Citibank Australia
Paralympics Australia has announced that investment bank and financial services corporation Citi Australia will continue its commitment to the Australian Paralympic team by...
Aug 28, 2023
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Intrepid Travel announces acquisition of Daintree Eco Lodge
Tour operator Intrepid Travel has announced the $5 million acquisition of the 15-room, four-star Daintree Ecolodge in Tropical North Queensland. Marking a significant move into...
Aug 27, 2023
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Sydney secures inaugural Global Nature Positive Summit
Sydney is to host the inaugural Global Nature Positive Summit in early October 2024 – a summit aimed at helping nations get the support they need to attract private investment...
Aug 26, 2023
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NSW Government scraps plans for all new Penrith Stadium
The NSW Government is reported to have abandoned plans to build a new stadium in the Western Sydney suburb of Penrith, instead opting to spend allocated funds on refurbishing...
Aug 25, 2023
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New program launched in Victoria to improve accessibility among Deaf and Disabled creatives
A new program - Making Space – has been launched by the Victorian Government to improve accessibility among Deaf and Disabled creatives, ensuring more Victorians are included in...
Aug 25, 2023
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Victoria Premier Daniel Andrews concedes business case for axed 2026 Commonwealth Games was 'hardly the greatest piece of work'
Victoria Premier Daniel Andrews has admitted that the business case and financial estimates for the cancelled 2026 Commonwealth Games was "hardly the greatest piece of work ever...
Aug 24, 2023
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Australian Government funding boost aims to uncover next generation of Paralympians
To mark nine years until the 2032 Paralympic Games begin, the Australian Government has announced a $450,000 funding boost to support Paralympic Australia’s Talent...
Aug 24, 2023
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Live Nation Australia partners with children's cancer charity to raise much-needed funds
Leading live entertainment company, Live Nation, has today announced it will continue to support My Room Children’s Cancer Charity, a volunteer-led organisation that raises...
Aug 24, 2023
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Creative Australia launches with expectations to rebuild and expand Australia's live arts and entertainment industry
Creative Australia has officially launched today with expectations that the revitalised investment and advisory body for Australia’s arts and entertainment sectors will deliver...
Aug 23, 2023
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Ardent Leisure agrees $26 million shareholder class action settlement following Dreamworld ride deaths
Ardent Leisure is to pay $26 million to settle a shareholder class action lawsuit arising from the deaths of four Dreamworld guests in 2016. The death of four people on the Gold...
Aug 23, 2023
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Zoos SA to hold inaugural fundraising run through Monarto Safari Park
Zoos SA is holding its inaugural ‘Run Wild’ fundraising event which will see runners and wheelchair users take to the trails of Monarto Safari Park on Saturday 21st October 2023...
Aug 23, 2023
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BFT spotlights recent impressive achievements
Australia’s fastest growing fitness franchise, Body Fit Training (BFT), have experienced another impressive year, from opening their first studios in the UK, to appointing Liz...
Aug 22, 2023
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AOC's Matt Carroll tells Federal Senate hearing that redevelopment of the Gabba for Brisbane Olympics is 'not required’
The Queensland Government’s $2.7 billion plan to redevelop the Gabba to host the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics is not required by the International Olympic Committee...
Aug 22, 2023
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Rowing Australia announces four-year funding agreement with Hancock Prospecting
Hancock Prospecting, Australia’s leading mining and agricultural company, has renewed their Major Partnership with Rowing Australia - backing Australia’s rowers in their journey...
Aug 22, 2023
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KidSport vouchers doubled to make sport more accessible and affordable for families in Western Australia
The Western Australian Government is making sport accessible to more Western Australian children by doubling the value of KidSport vouchers from $150 to $300 per child, each...
Aug 22, 2023
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Queensland Budget allocates $56 million for PCYC facilities and its youth programs
The Queensland Government is contributing $56 million in funding to boost infrastructure and program delivery at PCYC centres across the state. This investment will support the...
Aug 21, 2023
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Australia's women rugby players call out Rugby Australia over inequality
Australia's women's rugby team - the Wallaroos – have taken issue with Rugby Australia over inequality and lack of investment in the game, highlighting the different treatment...
Aug 21, 2023
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