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Australia’s marine environment still needs more funding after decade of neglect
The Australian Marine Conservation Society has responded to the Federal Government’s 2023 Budget and while they welcome the establishment of an Environment Protection agency and...
May 9, 2023
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City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters reveals three-year Arts & Culture Plan
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, covering the inner eastern suburbs of Adelaide, has unveiled its 2024 – 2027 Arts and Culture Plan and is now calling on the local...
May 9, 2023
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Arts and tourism industry groups give varied response to 2023 Federal budget
The 2023/24 Federal budget delivered by Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers has generated a mixed response from industry bodies with Live Performance Australia (LPA) welcoming new...
May 9, 2023
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Formula 1 revenues rise to US$381 million in first quarter
Liberty Media-owned Formula 1 has advised of revenues of US$381 million for the first quarter of 2023, a slight increase on the US$360 million it generated for the same period...
May 9, 2023
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Federal budget set to deliver further $500 million for Brisbane Olympics but no funds for Victoria's Commonwealth Games
Set to deliver the Federal budget this evening, Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers is reported to be due to announce a further $500 million for the Brisbane Olympics - funding...
May 9, 2023
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$1 billion of community service in New Zealand sport in jeopardy
The New Zealand Amateur Sport Association (NZASA) has revealed that feedback from community clubs suggests that many are struggling to remain viable, with the combined impact of...
May 8, 2023
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Federal Government backed industry development program to offer inaugural ‘Fitness Business Bootcamp’ in Sydney
Employment, recruitment and training specialists Asuria is to launch a pilot ‘Fitness Business Bootcamp’ in Sydney on 20th and 21st May - aimed at providing new and emerging...
May 8, 2023
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Live Nation first quarter results show soaring fan demand for concerts
Global entertainment giant Live Nation has advised that with a record 19.5 million patrons flocking to its events and revenues up by more than 70% during the first quarter of...
May 8, 2023
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Strategic Membership Solutions shares strategies for retaining sponsors
Strategic Membership Solutions (SMS), an organisation providing strategic planning, sponsorship, and membership support for associations, highlights the significant role...
May 8, 2023
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Cairns Regional Council hopes to receive state funding for community projects
With Far North Queensland Regional Parliament being held at the Cairns Convention Centre from 9th to 11th May, Cairns Regional Council is hopeful for state funding announcements...
May 7, 2023
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Viva Leisure growth continues in March quarter
Viva Leisure Limited has announced impressive results for the March quarter of the current financial year with record revenue of $13 million for March 2023, an increase in...
May 7, 2023
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Darkwave Business Management launches to support Australian entertainment industry creatives
Australian arts, entertainment and media production specialist accounting firm Darkwave has announced the launch of a new business management division - Darkwave Business...
May 7, 2023
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Turf renovation among projects funded for Queensland Country Racing Clubs
Queensland country racing clubs are to benefit from a new $3 million funding program in support for assets and infrastructure. The new Country Club Asset Funding Program (CCAF)...
May 7, 2023
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Hong Kong Government cuts tourism funding by 40%
The Hong Kong Government is to reduce funding on its tourism operations - including the loss-making Ocean Park - and marketing by HK$951.5 million (US$121 million) in the...
May 7, 2023
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Performance group among recipients of Western Australia’s new Arts funding program
Funding has been provided by the state government for 10 Western Australian arts projects through the Arts 15k-plus program for activities commencing after 1st May 2023....
May 7, 2023
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Australian Regional Tourism calls for investment to support agritourism development
The peak body for Australia’s regional tourism industry is calling for $13.95 million to support farmers to diversify into tourism, increase high-yield export ready product,...
May 6, 2023
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New Zealand Government investment secures future of Winter Games
Winter Games NZ has secured a five-year funding commitment from New Zealand Major Events (MBIE) to support the event annually through to 2027. Welcoming the support, Winter...
May 5, 2023
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Sydney Harbour to receive $45 million for repair and conservation following ‘decade of neglect’
With Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek claiming Sydney Harbour’s culturally and environmentally significant sites have endured “a decade of neglect”, $45 million will...
May 5, 2023
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Revived proposal for Auckland waterfront stadium set for release
The consortium behind plans to build a 50,000-seat stadium on Auckland’s waterfront, last advanced in 2018, are, according to media reports, poised to release a new proposal....
May 4, 2023
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Healthy eating and physical activity programs in ACT share in $2 million funding
The latest rounds of Healthy Canberra Grants have awarded almost $2 million to community programs which support healthy eating and physical activity in the ACT, as well as...
May 4, 2023
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CIRCUSWA among Western Australian Arts Organisations to share in $56 million
Western Australia’s Arts Organisations Investment Program will see 37 not-for-profit organisations across metropolitan Perth, South-West, Mid-West and Kimberley regions share in...
May 2, 2023
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Volunteering Innovation Fund to drive innovative environmental projects in Victoria
Victorians are being encouraged to create new ways to protect the state’s precious environment and biodiversity as part of the Volunteering Innovation Fund. The Victorian...
May 2, 2023
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ClubGRANTS applications open for Penrith not-for-profit organisations
ClubGRANTS has opened for Penrith not-for-profit organisations and charities to apply for funding for projects focused on increasing community wellbeing and offering support to...
May 2, 2023
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Grants aim to help more women and girls participate in sport across Victoria
Sporting clubs across Victoria are being supported by state funding to help increase the participation of more women and girls with 104 community sporting organisations having...
May 1, 2023
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