News: Government
Tribunal allows anti-discrimination exemption for C-RACE women-only swimming sessions
The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) has allowed the City of Casey to continue women-only swimming sessions at its Casey Recreation and Aquatic Centre (C-RACE)...
Jul 25, 2012
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G20 venue decision highlights impact of Darling Harbour shutdown
The decision to host the G20 Summit in Brisbane highlights the dilemma faced by the exhibition and event industry which is still waiting for a government decision on interim...
Jul 22, 2012
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BCEC to host G20 World Leaders Summit
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has been announced as the official venue for the G20 Leaders Summit in Brisbane in November 2014. The world's premier forum for...
Jul 20, 2012
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DestinationQ Working Group announced
The Queensland Government has moved to deliver outcomes from its recent DestinationQ Forum, with a Post-Forum Working Group now established. Queensland Tourism Minister Jann...
Jul 14, 2012
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Stephen Gregg to Chair Tourism Queensland
Former Dreamworld and Tourism Queensland Chief Executive Stephen Gregg has been amed as the new Chair of Tourism Queensland. Queensland Tourism Minister Jann Stuckey announced...
Jul 13, 2012
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Transitional board appointed for Greyhound Racing Victoria
Victorian Minister for Racing Denis Napthine has announced the appointment of a transitional board for Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) to be lead by current Chairman Peter...
Jul 11, 2012
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Western Australian Government says no to shark cage tourism
Western Australian Government to introduce regulations to rule out tourism ventures based on attracting sharks Western Australian Fisheries Minister Norman Moore has announced...
Jul 10, 2012
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Government stamps biological passport for athletes
Federal Minister for Sport Kate Lundy has launched the Athlete Biological Passport program to track and chart the biological attributes of athletes and further enhance the...
Jul 10, 2012
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Promoting healthy lifestyles across Cardinia Shire
Five-time world champion aerial skier and Olympic medalist Jacqui Cooper has joined the Victorian Government and Cardinia Shire to spearhead the biggest-ever push for healthier...
Jul 10, 2012
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Queensland councils urged to build new partnerships with the private sector
Queensland Local Government Minister David Crisafulli has urged councils to find new ways to fund community infrastructure and services. Speaking at the Local Government...
Jul 9, 2012
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More departures at Queensland events and tourism agencies
Events Queensland Chairman Geoff Dixon has reportedly resigned from his position, marking another departure of a senior events and tourism executive under the new Queensland...
Jul 7, 2012
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100,000 participant milestone reached in Australia's 'Just Play' program
A nine-year-old girl in the Solomon Islands has become the 100,000th participant in Australia's highly successful 'Just Play' program, according to Australia's Parliamentary...
Jul 5, 2012
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Federal funding boost for Frankston Regional Aquatic Centre
The Federal Government is to contribute $13.5 million towards construction of the Frankston Regional Aquatic Centre. Regional Australia Minister Simon Crean recently announced...
Jul 3, 2012
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Solarium operators shed sunbeds to public
With Governments introducing bans and restrictions on commercial solariums, struggling operators are offloading unwanted sunbeds online. Sydney's Sun-Herald newspaper has...
Jul 3, 2012
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Recovery funds to aid damaged Queensland sports clubs
Flood and storm damaged sporting clubs across Queensland are being aided by $2.1 million in funding. Explaining the commitment Queensland Sport and Recreation Minister Steve...
Jun 28, 2012
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New Chair and Deputy Chair for Australia Council
James Strong, outgoing Chair of the Australia Council for the Arts, says he and the Council members and management were all delighted with the appointment of Rupert Myer AM as...
Jun 25, 2012
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Keneally switches from Chair to Chief Executive at Basketball Australia
Basketball Australia (BA) has announced that former NSW Premier Kristina Keneally will be appointed as the organisation's new Chief Executive, effective from 3rd August 2012....
Jun 24, 2012
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Australian Tourism Exchange 2012 a huge success
Perth's recent hosting of Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) 2012 saw more than 2,000 delegates taking part in the biggest travel trade show in the southern hemisphere. The event...
Jun 24, 2012
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Australian Sport tackles binge drinking
Twelve of Australia's national sporting associations are to turn their backs on alcohol sponsorship as a result of a $25 million deal with the Federal Government. Under a...
Jun 23, 2012
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Tourism saved from heavy hitting tax: ATEC
Strong advocacy by the Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC), in partnership with other major tourism industry bodies, has pushed the Federal Government to back down on plans...
Jun 21, 2012
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Design work to begin for Kangaroo Flat aquatic facility
Peddle Thorp Architects are to lead a team of designers, engineers and advisors planning the new Kangaroo Flat indoor aquatic centre. The City of Greater Bendigo council made...
Jun 21, 2012
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Papua New Guinea to invest in tourism
The Papua New Guinea Government plans to invest PGK10 million (US$4.75 million) per year over the next five years to boost international visitation numbers. Papua New Guinea...
Jun 19, 2012
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Management and marketing under review at Victoria's alpine resorts
Victoria's Alpine Resorts Coordinating Council (ARCC) is currently conducting a review of its Alpine Resorts 2020 strategy, setting out a framework for the promotion,...
Jun 16, 2012
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'Work to be done' following 2012 Australian Water Safety Conference
Over 150 water safety and drowning prevention experts from across Australia, Singapore, Japan and New Zealand, attended the recent Australian Water Safety Conference 2012 in...
Jun 15, 2012
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