News: Government
City of Melville approves lease for URBNSURF Perth wave park
City of Melville Councillors have given their approval to progress the signing of a ground lease for the development of the planned URBNSURF Perth wave park facility at Alfred...
Apr 12, 2017
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Create NSW launches major funding program for ambitious arts and culture
Newly formed NSW arts body Create NSW is inviting artists and arts and cultural organisations across the State to apply for funding under the 2017/2018 Arts and Cultural...
Apr 10, 2017
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EEAA explains how its advocacy delivers member value
Leading business and political figures have endorsed the Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia (EEAA) in a new video released by the Association which shows the...
Apr 9, 2017
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ICC Sydney awarded as Australia’s Best Infrastructure Project
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has been named Australia’s best infrastructure project at the Infrastructure Partnerships Australia’s National Infrastructure...
Apr 6, 2017
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Hard work ahead as tourism spending in Australia exceeds $100 billion
Australia’s tourism industry has reinforced its claim to be the nation’s next super-growth industry, with figures released this week showing that domestic and international...
Mar 31, 2017
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New trade focus to benefit New Zealand tourism
The New Zealand Government’s new focus on services exports will benefit tourism - the country’s largest export sector, according to Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA). TIA has...
Mar 23, 2017
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National Gallery of Victoria ends security contract over pay scandal
The Victorian Government has cancelled its contract with the company responsible for security at the National Gallery of Victoria over allegations that it underpaid guards....
Mar 23, 2017
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Sport SA calls for ‘immediate’ $10 million injection into South Australian sport
Highlighting how recent cuts in funding have had a serious impact on grassroots sport across South Australia, peak body Sport SA is calling on the South Australian Government to...
Mar 22, 2017
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Senate passes resolution calling for reform of laws against ticket scalping
The Australian Senate has passed a motion by Independent Senator Nick Xenophon to introduce new laws cracking down on ticket scalpers. The motion, agreed on Monday, intends to...
Mar 21, 2017
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Victorian Ombudsman slams rorts by Mt Buller and Mt Stirling Management Board
A newly released report from the Victorian Ombudsman into allegations of improper conduct by officers at the Mount Buller and Mount Sterling Resort Management Board has revealed...
Mar 20, 2017
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New Queensland investigation into combat sports safety
Queensland Sports Minister Mick de Brenni is to instigate a new investigation into the safety of combat sports in Queensland following the deaths of two young boxers in recent...
Mar 19, 2017
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Federal Government abolishes Catalyst arts fund: restores funds to Australia Council
Following widespread criticism since its announcement in 2015 budget, the Australian Government has announced that it will scrap the controversial Catalyst arts fund, restoring...
Mar 18, 2017
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Developing pathways to maintain tourism growth
Leading tourism policymakers and industry stakeholders have held their first Tourism Access Working Group (TAWG) meeting for 2017, to ensure Australia’s tourism sector continues...
Mar 17, 2017
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New Western Australian Government announces leisure ministry portfolios
The newly elected Western Australian Government led by Premier Mark McGowan has announced the Ministers that will hold portfolios relating to leisure. Premier-elect McGowan's...
Mar 16, 2017
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John Wylie reappointed to lead Australian Sports Commission through to the Tokyo Olympics
Melbourne businessman John Wylie has been reappointed as Chair of the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) board for a further three years. The reappointment of Wylie, who has...
Mar 15, 2017
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Survey reveals depth of New Zealand tourism infrastructure needs
The full extent of the infrastructure investment needed so communities can keep up with unprecedented tourism growth has been highlighted through a recent survey of local...
Mar 13, 2017
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Victorian Government commits $85 million to aquatic and sport facilities in Latrobe Valley
The Victorian Government has announced backing for a range of aquatic, recreation and sport infrastructure in the Latrobe Valley. The $85 million package will deliver high...
Mar 10, 2017
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Government accepts ACCC advice for continuation of goal post safety standard
Moveable goal posts, which are subject to a safety standard due to the risk of toppling over, have been reviewed by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)....
Mar 9, 2017
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Western Australia Labor Party commits to selling Perth venue naming rights if elected
The Western Australia Labor party has put the sale of naming rights for the Perth Arena and the new Perth Stadium on their agenda if elected to govern after this Saturday’s...
Mar 8, 2017
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Single body to oversee Sydney's major venues network
Having acquired Sydney's ANZ Stadium in the middle of last year, the NSW Government is moving to consolidate how NSW's major venues are overseen. The move that will see the...
Mar 7, 2017
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New Zealand Government backs golf events with $5.5 million funding
The New Zealand Government has announced a funding commitment of $5.5 million of government funding over the next three years to back two major golfing events. Through the Major...
Mar 7, 2017
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New energy partnership to drive greener museums
Museums Victoria, Australia’s largest public museums organisation is to enhance its environmental credentials through an innovative energy management partnership with Siemens....
Mar 6, 2017
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Rugby codes get big grants over higher participation sports in NSW
The most profitable sports in NSW are also gaining a major slice of NSW Government sport funding under an opaque grants system. Looking in to $20.3 million in grants awarded by...
Mar 4, 2017
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Tourism Council WA welcomes Liberal leader’s industry plans
Tourism Council WA has welcomed the commitment by Western Australian Premier Colin Barnett that he will remain the tourism portfolio if re-elected and will establish a tourism...
Mar 2, 2017
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