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Malaysia’s ALIFE calls for end to politicisation of concerts
Malaysia’s Arts, Live Festival and Events Association (ALIFE) has called on the nation’s Government to stop the politicisation of concerts. ALIFE made the plea following the Loy...
Nov 29, 2023
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Victorian Government backs VICSWIM for another two years
With summer holidays fast approaching, the Victorian Government has announced that extending the popular VICSWIM Summer Kidz Program with investment of $800,000 for another two...
Nov 27, 2023
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New Zealand’s hospitality sector welcomes recognition in incoming Government
Hospitality NZ has welcomed the incoming New Zealand Government for recognising the critical role that hospitality plays to the nation’s cultural fabric, economy and tourism...
Nov 26, 2023
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New Zealand tourism spending on the rise
Total spending in New Zealand tourism is as strong as pre-pandemic levels, with Tourism Industry Aotearoa suggesting that this bodes well for the economy as the industry heads...
Nov 25, 2023
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Cabinet posts announced for New Zealand's incoming Government
Six weeks after the country's general election, New Zealand's National Party leader Christopher Luxon has been confirmed as Prime Minister. Forming a three-party coalition...
Nov 24, 2023
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Business Events Industry calls for recognition from new New Zealand Government
Following the formation of New Zealand's new coalition government, announced yesterday, the business events industry is calling for all-of-government recognition for the sector....
Nov 23, 2023
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ACT Government reinforces conservation efforts in response to escalating climate crisis
With a predicted dryer than average summer ahead, the ACT Government is focusing efforts on environmental protection and conservation strategies - applying lessons learnt from...
Nov 23, 2023
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Environment
Australian Sports Commission launches ‘Play Well’ program with $10 million funding
The Australian Sports Commission has today launched their first co-designed Sport Participation Strategy aimed at ensuring all Australians have the opportunity to be involved in...
Nov 22, 2023
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Western Australian Institute of Sport Governance and culture review looks for input
The Western Australian Department of Local Government Sport and Cultural Industries has announced this week that the athlete safeguarding governance and culture review of the...
Nov 17, 2023
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Western Australian Government backs urban forest initiative in the Swan Canning Riverpark
The Western Australian Government has announced that more than $1 million will be shared between four local governments for new riverside conservation projects with the Swan...
Nov 15, 2023
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Parks
Art Gallery of NSW faces massive shortfall in governmental funding
The Art Gallery of NSW is reported to be facing a major shortfall in funding with the NSW Government apparently unwilling to provide additional money for its operations, despite...
Nov 11, 2023
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Venues NSW explains change of management arrangements at Sydney’s Accor and CommBank Stadiums
Venues NSW has today clarified arrangements relating to the upcoming change of management at Sydney’s CommBank and Accor Stadiums, advising of how, as of the beginning of 2024,...
Nov 10, 2023
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NSW Government ends VenuesLive’s management of Sydney’s CommBank and Accor Stadiums
The NSW Government is to end the long term management of Sydney’s Accor and CommBank Stadiums by VenuesLive as of the beginning of next year, with the venues to be operated by...
Nov 9, 2023
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Plans for new Hobart stadium reach major milestone
The Tasmanian Government’s development of a new AFL stadium in Hobart have reached a major milestone after achieving approval as a Project of State Significance Order. This...
Nov 8, 2023
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Former Richmond AFL player Joel Bowden named new Northern Territory Tourism Minister
A cabinet reshuffle by Northern Territory Chief Minister Natasha Fyles has seen former Richmond Tigers AFL player Joel Bowden named as the new Tourism Minister. Bowden - who...
Nov 6, 2023
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AUSactive to consult members on industry accreditation
The AUSactive Board has unanimously given the go ahead to explore an accreditation concept for the fitness industry. Agreed at its most recent board meeting, the move follows...
Nov 2, 2023
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Football Australia rules out 2034 FIFA World Cup bid in boost for Saudi Arabia hopes
Football Australia has issued a statement advising that it has decided against bidding for the hosting rights for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, opening the way for Saudi Arabia to...
Oct 30, 2023
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OECD urges strong medicine for Australian economy
Recommendations in a newly released report from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) for the Australian Government to spend more on preventative...
Oct 28, 2023
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Federal Government announces independent review of Canberra's Australian Institute of Sport
Amid speculation that the Federal Government is considering its relocation, the Federal Government has announced that it is to undertake a "clear-eyed view" of the...
Oct 26, 2023
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AUSactive announces highest achievers in its Fit For Office challenge
AUSactive has revealed the high achievers in its Fit For Office challenge - a friendly four-week challenge, which ran from 25th September to 22nd October - that encouraged...
Oct 22, 2023
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Newcastle 500 race will not feature on 2024 Supercars schedule
The Newcastle 500 Supercars will not return to the city in 2024 with the race being dropped from the race series’ calendar next year. Despite the success of this year’s race -...
Oct 20, 2023
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Sydenham Park benefits from Victoria’s $315 million Suburban Parks Program
With the Victorian Government upgrading playgrounds, parks and reserves across Melbourne with the aim of improving access to green, open spaces for the city’s residents, the...
Oct 19, 2023
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NSW Government invests $30 million in grassroots sporting organisations
The NSW Government has opened the Level the Playing Field Program and Organisation Sport Program as it continues to invest in grassroots sporting organisations and championing...
Oct 16, 2023
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Queensland Minister for Tourism, Sport and Olympics Stirling Hinchliffe to step down
Stirling Hinchliffe, Queensland Minister for Tourism, Innovation and Sport and Minister Assisting the Premier on Olympics and Paralympics Sport and Engagement has announced that...
Oct 12, 2023
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