News: Government
WA Sports Federation issues Election Policy Platform to keep the State active
In advance of the Western Australian election that will be held Saturday 11th March 2017, the WA Sports Federation has issued its Election Policy Platform. As the peak industry...
Jan 8, 2017
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Chamber of Arts and Culture issues policy platform for 2017 Western Australian election
In advance of the State election in 2017, the Western Australian Chamber of Arts and Culture has launched a policy platform framework, calling for an injection of $100 million...
Dec 22, 2016
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New figures show Australians choosing domestic holidays
The latest National Visitor Survey shows more Australians are exploring their homeland - with an increase in the number of domestic tourists visiting every state and territory...
Dec 21, 2016
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Australian Government loses $2.2 billion in student loans to rogue training providers
The Federal Government is unlikely to recover $2.2 billion paid to unreliable and unscrupulous vocational training providers, according to a new report from the National Audit...
Dec 21, 2016
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Big issues facing new Tourism Minister
Tourism Industry Aotearoa will seek meetings with newly appointed New Zealand Tourism Minister Paula Bennett and Associate Minister Nicky Wagner to discuss “big issues” facing...
Dec 18, 2016
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Segway sightseeing to roll into Adelaide’s Riverbank
The sights of Adelaide’s Riverbank precinct are to be showcased in a unique way with new segway tours planned from next year. South Australian tourism company Segway Sensation...
Dec 18, 2016
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Western Australian Government backs new Esperance indoor sport arena
The long awaited redevelopment of the Esperance Indoor Sports Stadium is to go ahead thanks to a recently announced $4.06 million investment from the Western Australian...
Dec 16, 2016
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NSW Government reverses plans for contract management of sport and recreation camps
The NSW Government has announced that, after an extensive market testing process, it will not look to outsource the management of its 11 sport and recreation centres, announcing...
Dec 16, 2016
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Kate Palmer unveiled as new Australian Sports Commission Chief Executive
Kate Palmer, who recently advised that she would be leaving Netball Australia, has been revealed as the new Chief Executive of the Australian Sports Commission (ASC). Announcing...
Dec 13, 2016
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Football welcomes recognition as Australia's top participation sport
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has welcomed the release of independent Australian Sports Commission (ASC) figures that show football is Australia’s largest club-based...
Dec 8, 2016
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NZRA supports proposed National Tourism Levy
The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) has expressed support for the National Tourism Levy proposed in the McKinsey Tourism Infrastructure Study released last week and...
Dec 8, 2016
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Queensland National Parks Minister announces significant expansion of protected area estate
More than 366,000 hectares has been added to Queensland’s protected area estate with the dedication of 10 properties as protected areas, leading to the creation of three...
Dec 5, 2016
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New Zealand Prime Minister John Key to step down
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key has announced his surprise resignation, saying he will step down after 10 years in the role. Speaking at a press conference today in...
Dec 5, 2016
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New Zealand tourism leaders propose new $130 million tourism infrastructure fund
Four of New Zealand’s principal tourism leaders have released a report calling on the Minister of Tourism - one of the roles held by New Zealand Prime Minister John Key - to...
Dec 2, 2016
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Federal Parliament finally agrees 15% backpacker tax
The Federal Government’s backpacker tax finally passed into law yesterday evening after the the Senate backed the 15% rate in exchange. After a week of uncertainty and false...
Dec 1, 2016
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15% backpacker tax compromise 'a victory for common sense'
Industry bodies the Tourism & Transport Forum Australia (TTF) and the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) have described today’s Federal Government’s compromise for a...
Nov 28, 2016
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Federal Government looks for 15% backpacker tax compromise
The furore over the backpacker tax could soon be over, with Australian Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison announcing that the Government will compromise again on the rate, and...
Nov 27, 2016
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Pyeongchang 2018 organisers look to test events amid South Korean political scandal
Officials behind the staging of PyeongChang’s 2018 winter Olympics and Paralympics have maintained that funding will not be an issue for the event, adding that a major...
Nov 26, 2016
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Grattan Institute report says sugar tax could halt growing obesity rates
The Grattan Institute has recommended a tax on sugar-sweetened drinks to address obesity rates, suggesting that a tax on sugar would reduce soft drink consumption by 15% while...
Nov 22, 2016
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Report shows tourism driving South Australia’s economic growth
A report into the economies of every state and territory shows tourism has been driving South Australia’s economic growth since late 2015. The ANZ Stateometer put South...
Nov 17, 2016
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Chinese Government relaxes sport event restrictions
The Chinese Government is changing its laws in order to ease the requirements for the organisation of sporting sports events. Earlier this week President Xi Jinping signed a...
Nov 10, 2016
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Tourism jobs key in Western Australia marginal seats
A new research report shows that tourism is a significant employer in key electorates that will determine the 2017 Western Australian Election. The Tourism Work Atlas , released...
Nov 3, 2016
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China appoints new Director for General Administration of Sports
The General Administration of Sports of China (GASC) has announced the appointment of Gou Zhongwen as its Director. Gou, takes up the position, equivalent to China’s Sports...
Nov 2, 2016
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Western Australia launches new strategic direction for the arts
A long-term vision for the future of arts and culture in Western Australia has been described as a "road map for the future" for government, the arts sector, community and...
Oct 28, 2016
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