News: Government
Townsville Stadium backers demand more Government funding
Backers of plans for a new stadium and entertainment centre in central Townsville to replace the current 1300Smiles Stadium are looking for pledges of Federal funding in the...
May 2, 2016
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TTF issues seven point action plan to grow Queensland tourism
The Tourism & Transport Forum Australia (TTF) has released a seven point action plan for the Queensland Government to grow the State’s visitor economy and provide more jobs and...
May 1, 2016
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NZRA calls for freshwater plans to go further
The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) has expressed concern about the New Zealand Government's consultation document on improving the management of fresh water, saying...
Apr 30, 2016
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David Allan: members 'need to see strong value in belonging to' Fitness Australia
Taking on the role of Chairman of Fitness Australia last November, David Allan is now leading the peak body into a new era. With newly appointed Chief Executive Bill Moore in...
Apr 30, 2016
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AFL plans early purchase and upgrade of Etihad Stadium
Rejecting plans by influential Melburnians to demolish the Etihad Stadium, the AFL is reportedly set to seek Victorian Government support for an ambitious project that would...
Apr 29, 2016
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Industry welcomes Victorian Government investment in tourism
The Victorian Government's budget investment of $101 million in the Regional Tourism Infrastructure Fund, has been welcomed by the Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) and...
Apr 28, 2016
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Victorian budget confirms investments in sport facilities
The 2016 Victorian budget has confirmed funding to build new indoor sporting arenas, update local grounds and develop flagship venues across the State. With many items already...
Apr 27, 2016
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Tourism bodies call for single Trans-Tasman tourist visa
Australia and New Zealand’s peak tourism industry groups are calling for a permanent Trans-Tasman Visa that would allow international tourists to travel between both countries...
Apr 25, 2016
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Visit Victoria Board announced
The Victorian Government has announced that business leader Sir Rod Eddington will become the interim Chairman of the Visit Victoria board, while former Essendon Football Club...
Apr 23, 2016
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Fresh water vital to New Zealand’s green tourism brand
Clean fresh water is vital to the growth and sustainability of New Zealand’s $30 billion tourism industry, according to the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand. In its...
Apr 22, 2016
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Live Performance Australia calls for Federal Government to hand back arts funds
Peak industry body Live Performance Australia (LPA), has called on the Federal Government to hand back funds to deliver jobs and growth for the live performance industry in the...
Apr 20, 2016
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Victorian Government announces $115 million in new arts funding
The Victorian Government has moved to enhance its cultural credentials with the announcement of a new Creative Industries Strategy backed by $115 million in funding over four...
Apr 19, 2016
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Sydney's stadium debate over as NSW Government commits $1.6 billion to refurbishments
The NSW Government has declared that it will spend $1.6 billion on upgrading Sydney's major sports stadia rather than developing any all-new venues. After months of lobbying by...
Apr 14, 2016
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Suburban Sydney stadia to benefit under $40 million NRL centres of excellence plan
The NSW Government's announcement on the $1.6 billion funding of Sydney's major sports stadia also includes a $40 million allocation for the NRL Centres of Excellence fund,...
Apr 14, 2016
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YMCA Australia backs calls for taxes on sugary drinks
In a move consistent with its advocacy of healthy lifestyles, YMCA Australia has today announced its support for call for taxes on sugary drinks sold in Australia. The YMCA’s...
Apr 14, 2016
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Sydney stadium redevelopment saga takes a new turn
Months of lobbying by sporting codes, teams, venues and Sydney’s well connected for access to $1.6 billion in NSW Government money for the development and redevelopment of the...
Apr 12, 2016
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$13 million upgrade to Cascade Pier on Norfolk Island
Federal Minister for Major Projects, Territories and Local Government Paul Fletcher has announced that Waterway Construction has been selected as the successful tenderer to...
Apr 7, 2016
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Australian Government backs sports development programs in Asia
In a move to grow Australia’s ‘soft power’, the Australian Government will be using a new sport for development program to conduct diplomacy through sport in Asia. The...
Apr 6, 2016
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Report says Australia is losing the war on obesity and alcohol
Leading public health experts have advised that Australia is losing the war against alcohol and obesity because it lacks a comprehensive approach to prevention. A report in the...
Apr 5, 2016
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Review shows training contestability has driven greater accessibility and choice
Students have been the winners from contestability in the Australian training sector, with greater provider-course options, according to the Federal Government’s highly...
Apr 5, 2016
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Canberra to host 2016 ATEC conference
The ACT will this year play host to the Australian Tourism Export Council’s (ATEC) annual industry event, Meeting Place, bringing more than 400 export tourism leaders to the...
Apr 5, 2016
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New Zealand wellness experts call for sugar tax
A grouping of more than 70 university academics, backed by public health advocacy group FIZZ New Zealand Inc (Fighting Sugar in Soft-drinks), are calling on the New Zealand...
Apr 3, 2016
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Tourism a top priority for Western Australia
The Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) has welcomed the announcement that Western Australian Premier, Colin Barnett, will take over the portfolio of tourism, following a...
Mar 31, 2016
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Kardinia Park Stadium Trust unveiled
The Victorian Government has announced the appointment of seven members to the board of the Kardinia Park Stadium Trust – entrusted with the management of operations at the...
Mar 30, 2016
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