News: Government
World-first sees Fitbit integration into Singapore's public health program
Fitbit is to collaborate with the Government of Singapore on a population-based public health initiative that will see residents supplied with ‘free’ fitness trackers. The first...
Sep 13, 2019
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New Chairs announced at Visit Victoria and Australian Grand Prix Corporation
The Victorian Government has announced new postholders to Chair the Australian Grand Prix Corporation and Visit Victoria. Lawyer Janet Whiting is to become the new Chair of...
Sep 11, 2019
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NSW Government announces $77 million partnership to build new Parramatta Pool
Two years of uncertainty over the development of a new aquatic centre to replace the former Parramatta War Memorial Swimming Pool appear to have been ended with the announcement...
Sep 10, 2019
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ACT Government invites Expression of Interest for new Canberra Ice Sports Facility
The ACT Government has opened an Expression of Interest process seeking parties to design, construct, own, operate and maintain a new ice sports facility in Canberra. The...
Sep 9, 2019
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Australian delegation to present Queensland 2032 Games bid to the International Olympic Committee
The Federal Government has revealed that Australia’s Olympic Candidature Leadership Group will meet with the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) early next...
Sep 9, 2019
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Western Australian Government appoints new Lotterywest and Healthway Chief Executive
The Western Australian Government has announced the appointment of Susan Hunt as Chief Executive of both the Lotterywest and Healthway agencies, with the experienced...
Sep 7, 2019
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Builder announced for new Brisbane South Bank performing arts theatre
Lendlease has been announced as the managing contractor to build the new 1500-seat performing arts theatre on Brisbane’s South Bank. Advising that the builder was selected...
Sep 5, 2019
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Chinese Government looks at new initiatives to decentralise sports industries
The Chinese Government is to put greater emphasis on bolstering its sporting industry and enhancing sport and fitness consumption as part of an effort to raise living standards....
Sep 1, 2019
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NSW Government announces new builder for Sydney Modern development
The NSW Government has secured a new contractor to undertake the building of the $344 million ‘Sydney Modern’ expansion of the Art Gallery of NSW. The new building, the plans...
Sep 1, 2019
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Australia Council’s new vision for the arts anticipates limited growth
The Australia Council has today announced its new vision for a creatively connected Australia where creative enterprise is entrenched across society, industry and government as...
Aug 30, 2019
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Inquiry calls for scrapping of NSW festival licencing scheme
A NSW Legislative Council Regulation Committee report from the ongoing inquiry into music festival regulations has called for the NSW Government’s controversial festival licence...
Aug 28, 2019
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Tasmanian Government taskforce calls for AFL licence and new stadium
A taskforce appointed by the Tasmania Government to consider the future of elite sport in the state has called for a commitment to apply for a provisional AFL licence and for...
Aug 26, 2019
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Victorian Government announces further backing for sports technology start ups
The Victorian Government, via its startup agency LaunchVic, is continuing to support the fast-growing sports technology sector, confirming funding of $350,000 for the Australian...
Aug 25, 2019
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Tourism Commission and South Australian Government commit to industry growth
The South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC) has launched the South Australian Visitor Economy Sector Plan 2030, setting out a plan to grow the state's visitor economy to...
Aug 22, 2019
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Sydney events funding under scrutiny after release of Destination NSW contracts
The NSW opposition has called for an independent review of funding for arts and cultural events following reports that senior NSW Government staff received free tickets and...
Aug 21, 2019
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Federal and Northern Territory Governments agree Kakadu National Park and Jabiru initiatives
An historic Memorandum of Understanding signed today in Jabiru, Northern Territory, safeguarding the town’s future as the tourism and services hub for the World Heritage listed...
Aug 14, 2019
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Environment
New State Tourism Satellite Accounts show importance of industry to Australian economy
The newly released State Tourism Satellite Accounts (STSA) for 2017/18 from Tourism Research Australia shows the importance of tourism to the economy of states and territories...
Aug 13, 2019
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Protests impact Hong Kong tourism
Nine weeks of anti-government protests in Hong Kong are having a significant impact on the region’s tourism. With protestors frequently clashing with police and rallies having...
Aug 8, 2019
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New Panel to chart future for South Australian sport
An expert panel of experienced and well-respected South Australians have joined forces to plan the future of the state’s sport. Chaired by Port Adelaide Football Club board...
Aug 5, 2019
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Reports chart ongoing growth of Chinese theme parks
Ongoing growth in China's theme parks market has been reported on by the China Daily, indicating that attractions development, which has sometimes been criticised by the Chinese...
Aug 5, 2019
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Sport Australia releases Corporate Plan to guide increases in participation in sport and physical activity
The Australian Sports Commission, comprising Sport Australia and the Australian Institute of Sport, has released its 2019-2023 Corporate Plan to outline its vision and strategic...
Aug 4, 2019
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Victorian Government to investigate Crown casino crime allegations
Victoria’s Minister for Gaming and Consumer Affairs, Marlene Kairouz has ordered the state’s casino regulator to conduct a snap investigation into a flood of allegations made...
Aug 2, 2019
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Sydney Modern art gallery extension in doubt as builders walk away from another NSW Government project
The NSW Government has been forced to reopen another major tender process to build the $344 million Art Gallery of NSW expansion after another dispute over costs with builder...
Aug 1, 2019
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Western Australia faces growing coastal erosion threats
Coastal communities and landmark beaches in Western Australia are facing unprecedented threats from storms and erosion with significant financial implications for communities,...
Jul 31, 2019
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