News: Government
Womensport and Recreation Association releases 10-point 'game plan' for next Federal Government to do for women in sport
The Australian Womensport and Recreation Association (AWRA) has released a 10-point 'game plan' for political parties to commit to if elected. The 10 points are: 1. The...
Aug 9, 2010
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New ASC Chiefs Put High Performance Sports Funding on hold
In line with caretaker guidelines during an election period, the Board of the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has postponed high performance funding allocations to national...
Aug 6, 2010
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Coalition's Election Pledge 'for real action on tourism'
A Coalition Government would be “determined to support the Australian tourism industry.” In a statement, Shadow Ciobo MP, Shadow Minister for Tourism, the Arts, Youth and Sport,...
Aug 2, 2010
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Fitness Leaders Call for Government Financial Incentives for Weight Loss
In the wake of the Federal Labor Party announcing a financial incentive for people to trade in their old cars for more fuel efficient cars, weight loss industry leaders, Jamie...
Jul 31, 2010
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Stakeholders criticise marine reserve proposals
Federal Environment Minister Peter Garrett says the Government has not yet decided which industries could be excluded from areas of its proposed marine reserves. The Government...
Jul 23, 2010
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Environment
SCG Trust's Moore Park Expansion Plans Thwarted
NSW Premier Kristina Keneally has confirmed that Sydney's Moore Park is to remain under the control of the Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust (CPMPT). The NSW Premier's...
Jul 8, 2010
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Fitness identity slams Tasmania's Preventative Health Policy
One of the key instigators behind the establishment of the Tasmanian Premier's Physical Activity Council (PPAC) has resigned over the direction that the Tasmanian Health...
Jul 8, 2010
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Tourism is Core Council Activity
Local government support is critical to the success of tourism and must be allowed to continue, according to the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIANZ). TIANZ is...
Jun 21, 2010
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Venues
Banana Shire Council chooses Venue Management Services
Venue Management Services (VMS) is celebrating the success of its first major local council venue management contract with Banana Shire Council. Banana Shire Council, in the...
Jun 21, 2010
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Venues
Councils Look to Charge Beach Businesses
Sunshine Coast Council has called for tenders for commercial businesses to operate on community-owned land, including beaches, foreshores, parks and reserves. With Councils in...
Jun 8, 2010
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Government
Last Days for Maitland aquatic play area tender
The tender for a water play feature at the Maitland Aquatic Centre is about to close. The Maitland City Council tender (Contract No. 137/1196) ask for the design, installation...
Jun 6, 2010
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Tenders
CCAAC Investigates Online Ticket Scalping
The Commonwealth Consumer Affairs Advisory Council (CCAAC) has announced a review into ticket onselling and its impact on consumers. Under its terms of reference CCAAC will...
Jun 3, 2010
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Adelaide Oval Cost Blowout to Claim South Australian Treasurer?
South Australian Treasurer Kevin Foley is being called on to resign having misled the South Australian parliament and public over cost increases for the Adelaide Oval...
Jun 3, 2010
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Safety in New Zealand adventure tourism
Over the past five years, 29 participants have died (and at least 540 have been seriously injured) when participating in adventure tourism activities in New Zealand. As a...
May 25, 2010
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Local Government Calls for Infrastructure Boost
Future investment in local community infrastructure should be on the Government's agenda as the budget is restored to surplus in the next three years according to the president...
May 14, 2010
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Red-shirt protests give Bangkok leisure the blues
The ongoing anti-government protests throughout Bangkok, Thailand, by the United Front for Democracy Against Dictatorship, commonly known as the red shirts, are having a...
May 13, 2010
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Venues
Budget Boost for Sport and Recreation but 'Opportunity Lost' for Tourism
The Federal Budget will deliver the biggest cash injection to sport in Australian history, with $325 million allocated to not only elite athletes but also to grassroots...
May 12, 2010
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Tourism Promotion needs strong budget backing
Pro development lobby group Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF) is calling for today’s Federal Budget to adequately support the new Tourism Australia marketing campaign. TTF is...
May 11, 2010
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ASGA Chief Moves to Cricket Australia
Sean Cary, Executive Director of the Australian Sporting Goods Association (ASGA), has taken up the position of Umpire Manager at Cricket Australia. Reflecting on his five years...
May 4, 2010
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Fitness Australia takes lead on council 'sweat taxes'
In response to the latest council with plans to introduce charges for the use of open space by personal trainers and fitness groups, Fitness Australia has released a position...
Apr 30, 2010
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Fitness
AALARA Extends Board Nomination Deadline
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has extended the deadlines for nominations to its Board to 6th April. Nominations are being sought in...
Apr 2, 2010
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Community sports groups seek promises in South Australian State Election
State peak body Sport SA has demanded that South Australia's major political parties declare their stance on community sports funding before Saturday's South Australian...
Mar 17, 2010
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SA Labor Commits to Adelaide Convention Centre Overhaul
South Australian Premier and Labor Party Leader Mike Rann has pledged to commit $394 million to an update of the Adelaide Convention Centre and to convert the City's River...
Mar 16, 2010
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Venues
Cable Car to Ascent Hobart's Mount Wellington?
The Tasmania Liberals have made a proposed cable car at Hobart's Mount Wellington an issue in the upcoming Tasmanian state election. While not undertaking to fund the potential...
Mar 12, 2010
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