News: Government
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi pushes for development of ‘concert economy’
The success of Coldplay’s recent tour dates in the Indian cities of Mumbai and Ahmedabad has prompted the nation’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi to call for greater investment in...
Feb 9, 2025
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Sacred Aboriginal site and threatened species habitat protected for NSW
Threatened plants and animals will be protected and a sacred Aboriginal site preserved with the NSW Government’s purchase of Broughton Vale Station, 75 kilometres east of Broken...
Feb 9, 2025
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Uncertainty over future of Canberra's Big Splash pool and waterpark
Having failed to open during the summer school holiday peak season, the future of Canberra's Big Splash Waterpark is in doubt, with ACT opposition politicians calling for its...
Feb 6, 2025
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Professor Anna Peeters appointed new VicHealth Chief Executive
Health expert Professor Anna Peeters has been named as the new Chief Executive of the Victorian Health Promotion Foundation (VicHealth). Announcing Professor Peeters’...
Feb 4, 2025
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Netball Queensland secures funding for Initiative to Empower Disabled Players
Netball Queensland has secured $429,100 in funding from the Federal Government's Information, Linkages and Capacity Building (ILC) program which will provide people with...
Jan 31, 2025
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2027 Rugby World Cup set to kick off in Perth
With World Rugby set to announce the host cities for the 2027 Men’s Rugby World Cup tomorrow, reports indicate that Perth’s Optus Stadium will host the opening match of the...
Jan 28, 2025
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World Wetlands Day 2025 spotlighted
The Australian Government’s Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water has spotlighted their efforts for World Wetlands Day 2025 which is upcoming on Sunday 2nd...
Jan 28, 2025
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New Zealand cabinet reshuffle sees new Ministers for Sport and for Tourism
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced his first major cabinet reshuffle since taking government more than a year ago. Announced on Sunday, Prime Minister...
Jan 24, 2025
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Expressions of Interest open for Aboriginal Heritage Advisory
The Western Australian Government has opened Expressions of Interest to fill five positions on the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Committee from July 2025 The Aboriginal Cultural...
Jan 24, 2025
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Public Health Association of Australia urges action on Obesity, Gambling and Climate
The Public Health Association of Australia has urged the next Australian Government to take action on obesity, reduce gambling harms, and address climate change to protect human...
Jan 22, 2025
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Perth Wildcats to relocate base to upgraded Warwick Stadium
The NBL’s Wildcats are set to move their training base and headquarters to Warwick Stadium in Perth’s north following a $16 million pledge for a high-performance facility from...
Jan 21, 2025
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AUSactive calls for Coalition's proposed tax deductions to include Fringe Benefits Tax exemption for gyms
AUSactive has today welcomed the Coalition's proposal for new Small Business Tax Deductions, calling for the pledge to be extended to Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemptions for...
Jan 20, 2025
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Renovation work completed at scene of Indonesian stadium tragedy
Indonesian Minister of Public Works Dody Hanggodo has advised that renovation works at the Kanjuruhan Stadium in Malang, East Java - scene of a deadly crowd stampede that led to...
Jan 19, 2025
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New appointees announced to Stadiums Queensland Board
The Queensland Government has announced a refresh of the Stadiums Queensland board with five new directors: Stephen Moore, Michael Dobbie-Bridges, Debra Rains, Mary-Ann Strelow...
Jan 17, 2025
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Hockey Australia and Hockey Queensland cite Gold Coast Hockey Centre as ideal venue for 2032 Olympics and Paralympics
In a joint submission to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games 100 Day Review, Hockey Queensland and Hockey Australia have suggested the Gold Coast Hockey Centre (GCHC)...
Jan 12, 2025
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Hobart Gymnastics Academy secures $2.5 million towards enhancing its facility
The Hobart Gymnastics Academy in Bridgewater has secured $2.5 million from the Tasmanian Government to enhance the current facility which has been operating for over a decade....
Jan 12, 2025
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Defibrillators now mandatory in public facilities in South Australia
New legislation in South Australia aims to ensure that more life-saving automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are available to deal with cardiac emergencies. In effect from...
Jan 11, 2025
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Gold Coast City Council makes case to stage Brisbane 2032 aquatic events
Gold Coast City Council is advocating to host a number of marquee sporting events - including swimming - for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games. Gold Coast Mayor Tom...
Jan 10, 2025
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Australian Live Music Business Council looks for industry input on Pre-Budget submission
Looking for Federal Government support for the industry, the Australian Live Music Business Council (ALMBC) is inviting its members and stakeholders to contribute to a...
Jan 9, 2025
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Federal Government funding helps fast-tracking of new Sunshine Coast sporting precinct
Backed by funding from the Australian Government’s Growing Regions Program, the Sunshine Coast Council has announced the fast tracking of a new sports complex to be located at...
Jan 9, 2025
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Western Australian Government opens grants for local conservation initiatives
The Western Australian Government is supporting community efforts to conserve and enhance the state’s environment with $7 million available for local projects. Applications are...
Jan 8, 2025
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Report reveals planned new Hobart Stadium will incur $171 million maintenance costs over 30 years
New details about the costs of Hobart’s proposed AFL stadium have revealed that the venue will incur costs - in addition to its construction cost - of $171 million over 30 years...
Jan 8, 2025
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CSIRO study reveals the power of personalised goal setting for weight loss
As Australians set health resolutions for the new year, new research from the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) has unveiled the power of...
Jan 6, 2025
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Independent review of Hobart’s new AFL stadium reveals likely cost blowout
A Tasmanian Government-commissioned independent report into Hobart's proposed new AFL stadium has found the costs of the project have been significantly underestimated while its...
Jan 5, 2025
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