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AFTA welcomes National Cabinet four-step plan but highlights government support is critical
Following National Cabinet’s announcement of their plan for returning Australia to ‘normal’ post COVID, the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) has highlighted that...
Jul 2, 2021
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Prime Minister Scott Morrison reveals four step plan to take Australia beyond the COVID-19 pandemic
A meeting of Australia’s National Cabinet today has seen Prime Minister Scott Morrison announce a four-stage plan which to drive the nation’s emergence from COVID-19, which he...
Jul 2, 2021
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City of Perth looks to back out of WACA pool project agreement
The City of Perth is reported to be set to back out of its commitment to partner with the Federal and Western Australian Government in developing a new aquatic centre within the...
Jul 1, 2021
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NSW grassroots tennis benefits from ATP Cup Legacy Fund
The second round of the NSW ATP Cup Tennis Legacy Fund has delivered a $360,000 boost to NSW community tennis. The NSW Government, in partnership with Tennis NSW, is investing...
Jun 30, 2021
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Draft management plan proposes year-round tourism in the Snowy Mountains
A revitalised Jindabyne town centre and lake foreshore, a new mountain bike and adventure park, helicopter flights and improved visitor amenities in Kosciuszko National Park are...
Jun 30, 2021
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Queensland Government funds First Nations arts and cultural projects
The Queensland Government is delivering more than $207,000 to help fund arts and cultural projects in nine First Nations communities. In announcing the latest round of funding...
Jun 30, 2021
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Sport Australia awards funding to 24 National Sporting Organisations
Delivered through its new $600,000 Capability Building Grant Program, Sport Australia is supporting the growth of small-to-medium Australian sports with funding of up to $30,000...
Jun 29, 2021
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Abu Dhabi to restrict access to public places to vaccinated people only
The Abu Dhabi Government has advised that it will restrict access to a selection of public places to vaccinated people only as of late August. Announced by the from the Abu...
Jun 28, 2021
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Rugby Australia welcomes PacificAus Sports funding to support Fiji Rugby Union
The Australian Government’s recent announcement of PacificAus Sports funding to support Fiji Rugby Union’s high-performance programs has been welcomed by Rugby Australia....
Jun 27, 2021
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Rise in Coronavirus cases sees NSW Government introduce two-week lockdown for Greater Sydney and surrounding areas
A sharp rise in the number of a new variant of Coronavirus has led the NSW Government to introduce a two-week lockdown for Greater Sydney and the surrounding areas of the Blue...
Jun 26, 2021
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Fiji and Australia aspire to elevated cooperation through sport
Through Australia’s PacificAus Sports program, Fiji and Australia are aspiring to a new era of elevated cooperation, consultation and friendship between the two nations. The...
Jun 26, 2021
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Protect Ningaloo calls for Exmouth Gulf to be heritage-listed
On the tenth anniversary of the Ningaloo Coast being inscribed on the World Heritage list, grassroots initiative - Protect Ningaloo - is calling on the Western Australian and...
Jun 25, 2021
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Australian Federation of Travel Agents call for ongoing government support
The Australian Federation of Travel Agents - the peak body in Australia representing the retail travel industry - has highlighted that even if Australians take up Tourism...
Jun 25, 2021
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Georges River training track facility funding supports three Olympic athletes
Georges River training track facility funding supports three Olympic athletes Combined support from Georges River Council and NSW Government will see three inspirational Georges...
Jun 25, 2021
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Rise COVID-19 cases see NSW Government announce mandatory mask-wearing in workplaces, at sporting events and in gym classes
A rise in Coronavirus cases in Sydney's eastern suburbs has led the NSW Government to announce new COVID-19 restrictions that will mask-wearing mandatory in workplaces, at...
Jun 24, 2021
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Rottnest Island among 54 recipients of Western Australian Government coastal grants
As part of the Western Australian Government’s $4 million coastal grants program, Rottnest Island will receive $1.77 million for urgent work to address severe erosion at Thomson...
Jun 24, 2021
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Gold Coast community sport and aquatic centres to benefit from budget funding
Gold Coast City budget is committing almost $20 million towards community sports and aquatic centres and venues. $19.354 million will be invested in key projects including: • $5...
Jun 23, 2021
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NSW Budget allocates funds for Hunter Park sporting and entertainment precinct
City of Newcastle has welcomed the NSW Government’s budget allocation of $6.7 million for a significant urban renewal proposal to transform 63 hectares surrounding McDonald...
Jun 23, 2021
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Environment, parks and tourism secure new funds in NSW budget
With the NSW economy recovering faster than expected from the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021/22 state budget has backed new spending in national parks, biodiversity and tourism....
Jun 22, 2021
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Griffith Sports Precinct receives additional $1 million funding
The NSW Government’s Regional Sport Facility Fund has delivered an additional $1 million funding towards the Griffith’s Westend Stadium Redevelopment. Griffith Mayor John Dal...
Jun 22, 2021
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Aldinga Washpool to become a protected conservation area
The South Australian Government has stepped in to protect the Aldinga Washpool in Adelaide’s south - a well-known habitat for a wide range of native species and one of...
Jun 22, 2021
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NSW budget includes $100 voucher for swimming lessons for children aged three to six
Announced this afternoon, the NSW budget has included a provision for a $100 voucher for swimming lessons being made available to every pre-school child aged three to six in the...
Jun 22, 2021
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Australia’s export tourism industry asks for clarity on reopening plans
With Australia’s export tourism industry heading into its second year of border closures and with no end in sight, grassroots tourism businesses are asking the Federal...
Jun 22, 2021
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Western Australian Government supports events industry with safety nets
The Western Australian Government is providing a $4 million boost for the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia to hold the 2021 Perth Royal Show. while also expanding...
Jun 22, 2021
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