News: Government
South Australian Government reveals latest step in $135 million Adelaide Aquatic Centre plan
The South Australian Government’s plans for an all-new Adelaide Aquatic Centre are moving forward with the Adelaide City Council granting key approvals to pave the way for the...
Oct 11, 2023
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Funding boost for Olympic Winter Institute of Australia and Snow Australia
Australia’s winter sports athletes have received extra funding committed to support their preparations for the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The...
Oct 8, 2023
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Peta Slocombe and Kaylene Gulich appointed as WA Institute of Sport Board members
Following an exodus of board members following a long-stalled restorative process for gymnasts abused by demanding coaches, Western Australian Sport and Recreation Minister...
Oct 8, 2023
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PATA Chair says tourism faces threats of climate change and geopolitical unrest
Peter Semone, Chair of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), has delivered a sobering message to delegates at the PTM Forum, held this week in conjunction with PATA Travel...
Oct 7, 2023
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Environment
Compliance blitz finds 99% of NSW pubs and clubs free of outdoor gambling signage
Liquor and Gaming NSW (L&GNSW) conducted a month-long compliance blitz and found nearly 99% of pubs and clubs inspected in NSW are now free of external gambling-related signage....
Oct 7, 2023
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Victorian Parliamentary Commonwealth Games cancellation inquiry launches public hearings
The Victorian Parliamentary probe into the handling of the cancelled Victorian 2026 Commonwealth Games will hold its first public hearings next week. Being held on the mornings...
Oct 5, 2023
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Active Living among priorities identified in Victoria's new four-year health plan
Active Living, improved wellbeing and healthy eating are among the ten priorities identified for action in the Victorian Government’s new four-year plan for a healthier State....
Oct 4, 2023
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AUSactive’s Barrie Elvish explains the importance of Mental Health Month
October is Mental Health Month and Australia is in the grip of a mental health and inactivity crisis. One in five Australians have experienced a mental disorder in the last 12...
Oct 3, 2023
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$23 million investment in Northern Territory arts organisations
A $23 million investment from the Northern Territory Government will allow Arts organisations across the Territory to have the stability to plan, develop and showcase arts...
Oct 3, 2023
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New Victorian Cabinet includes Minister for Outdoor Recreation portfolio
The Cabinet of new Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan is to include the role of Minister for Outdoor Recreation, with Steve Dimopoulos to take on this portfolio - as well as that...
Oct 1, 2023
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Queensland Government launches $5 million Accessible Tourism Elevate Fund
The Queensland Government marked this week’s World Tourism Day and Queensland’s Year of Accessible Tourism with the launch of $5 million in inclusive tourism grants....
Oct 1, 2023
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WA Institute of Sport Chief Executive steps down after 22 years
Steve Lawrence, Chief Executive at the Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS), is to leave the position after 22 years. Lawrence's decision to step down from the role...
Sep 28, 2023
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New Chair announced for Western Australian Institute of Sport as governance review gets underway
The Western Australian Government has announced that audit and business management specialists KPMG have been appointed to undertake a holistic review of the governance and...
Sep 27, 2023
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NSW Government continues its support of Newcastle 500 race
The NSW Government has provided funding to host the Newcastle 500 race in 2024 and is working towards a five-year deal with Supercars and landowner City of Newcastle Council to...
Sep 27, 2023
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NSW Government reverses controversial screen industry funding cuts
The Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance (MEAA) and Screen Producers Australia (SPA) have today welcomed the NSW Government’s decision to reverse the cutting of $60 million in...
Sep 26, 2023
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Gold Coast wildlife protection boosted with key land purchase by Council
Gold Coast City Council has acquired another crucial parcel of wildlife land to help restore the natural habitat for native animals The purchase is the first time the City has...
Sep 26, 2023
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Environment
Joe Calafiore named new chair of Kardinia Park Stadium Trust
The Kardinia Park Stadium Trust has announced that current board member and Geelong local Joe Calafiore will take the reins as its new Chair from 1st October 2023. Calafiore,...
Sep 25, 2023
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Venues
AUSactive’s Fit for Office challenge gets underway
AUSactive’s Fit for Office challenge - an exercise campaign involving 26 Federal politicians and 120 of their staff - is now underway. Commencing yesterday and running until...
Sep 25, 2023
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Funding helps volunteers protect Victoria’s natural environment
More than $4.4 million worth of Victorian Government grants have been awarded to the State’s youth and volunteer groups to further improve Victoria’s natural environment. More...
Sep 22, 2023
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Environment
40,000 children to benefit from NSW Government school sport funding
Up to 40,000 school children across Western Sydney are set to benefit from investment in the new Football in Schools program, teaching them both the skills of the world game and...
Sep 20, 2023
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NSW budget backs events and national parks but cuts funding for Destination NSW
Arts, culture and public transport are to benefit from funding commitments in the NSW Government’s 2023/24 budget but promotional agency Destination NSW has seen its total...
Sep 19, 2023
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Parks
NSW budget invests in grassroots sports facilities and confirms Penrith Stadium planning
The NSW Government’s 2023/24 budget will invest $30 million in improving grassroots sports facilities to encourage participation among growth of women and girls through a new...
Sep 19, 2023
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Support offered for recovery of Kimberley flood impacted environmental and cultural assets
The Federal and Western Australian Governments are delivering support for the clean-up, rehabilitation and monitoring of the long-term environmental, heritage and cultural...
Sep 19, 2023
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Grants available to help Northern Territory artists convert their creative dreams into reality
Northern Territory artists are being supported by a series of funding opportunities designed to support employment, recognise excellence and showcase the Territory’s rich arts...
Sep 17, 2023
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Arts