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Ivy named most violent venue in NSW
New figures show Ivy in Sydney's central business district is the most violent venue in New South Wales, but the NSW Government says alcohol-fuelled violence in pubs and clubs...
Jun 5, 2013
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Lauryn Eagle launches boxing with ZOVA
International boxing champion Lauryn Eagle is backing a new kind of fitness program that is predicted to become the next global exercise phenomenon. Eagle has teamed up with...
Jun 5, 2013
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Dispute over private sector developments in Victoria's national parks
The Victorian National Parks Association (VNPA) have claimed that new legislation will effectively put Victoria's national parks "up for sale" with 99 year development leases...
Jun 3, 2013
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WorkSafe Queensland issues safety alert following Darling Downs school fete ride incident
WorkSafe Queensland have issued an amusement ride safety alert advising that prohibition notices will be issued to ride operators who do not adhere to ride safety requirements,...
May 30, 2013
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Adverse action claims on the rise
The latest statistics released by the Fair Work Commission show a worrying increase in the number of 'adverse action' claims being lodged against Australian employers. Almost...
May 27, 2013
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ASADA welcomes NRL's new Anti-Doping program
The Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) has commended the National Rugby League (NRL) for adopting its comprehensice new Anti-Doping program. ASADA Chief Executive...
May 27, 2013
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NRL to upgrade anti-doping measures for rugby league
The National Rugby League (NRL) has revealed new drug testing procedures which it claims will remove drugs from the game. Speaking in Sydney yesterday (23rd May) NRL Chief...
May 24, 2013
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Child fights for life after ride incident at Darling Downs school fete
A five-year-old child is in a critical condition after being thrown from a ride at a school fete north of Toowoomba. Following the incident, Queensland Police are appealing for...
May 21, 2013
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Australian sport doping changes influencing WADA
The head of the World Anti-Doping Authority (WADA) says the investigations into the use of banned substances in the AFL and NRL are feeding into a new global code for policing...
May 20, 2013
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NRL appoints head of integrity unit
The National Rugby League has appointed its General Manager of Integrity and General Counsel to lead the NRL's Integrity Unit and to oversee Corporate Governance and regulation....
May 17, 2013
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Positive drug tests on the rise among AFL players
The AFL has revealed that the problem of players taking illegal drugs is worsening, with a 227% increase in the rate of positive tests in 2012. The results were made public...
May 16, 2013
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Fitness Australia backs objections to Wollongong City Council's 'sweat taxes'
Peak body Fitness Australia is backing local fitness businesses' concerns over Wollongong City Council's plans to introduce significant increases in annual fees payable by...
May 16, 2013
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Senate establishes inquiry into sports science
The Australian Senate has today (16th May) voted in favour of a motion from Greens Senator, Dr Richard Di Natale, to establish an inquiry into sports science. Senator Di Natale,...
May 16, 2013
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ICSS calls for a multinational, multiagency approach to monitoring betting in sport
The International Centre for Sport Security (ICSS) has called on leading organisations in sport and betting to develop a multinational, multi-agency approach to the monitoring...
May 14, 2013
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Survey to assess risk management in fitness
The Australian Fitness Industry Risk Management (AFIRM) team, in conjuction with Fitness Australia and Sports Medicine Australia, is seeking industry participation in nationwide...
May 11, 2013
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TIANZ highlights improved safety in New Zealand adventure tourism
Significant advances have been made to improve safety in adventure tourism since the tragic plane crash at Fox Glacier, according to the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand...
May 8, 2013
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More robust culture needed for New Zealand adventure tourism
New Zealand Tourism Minister John Key needs to assure tourists that the absence of some very basic risk assessment procedures isn't putting them in any undue danger, according...
May 7, 2013
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Bombers Chairman apologises for 'institutional failings'
Essendon Chairman David Evans has apologised for "institutional failings" at the club following the release of a report into the use of performance enhancing supplements. The...
May 7, 2013
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Funding boost for Anti-Doping and Sports Integrity
Federal Sports Minister Kate Lundy has announced new funding of $3.46 million in the 2013/14 Budget for anti-doping body the Australian Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) and the...
May 5, 2013
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Australian Olympic Committee introduces strict anti-doping regulations for athletes
The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) is to introduce strict new rules that will force athletes and officials to truthfully answer any questions put to them by the Australian...
May 4, 2013
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Greens secure Senate Inquiry into sports science
Australian Greens spokesperson for sport and health, Senator Richard Di Natale, has announced that he has secured support for a Senate Inquiry into the issue of sports science....
May 3, 2013
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Australian rules spectator jailed for assaulting umpire
A spectator has been jailed for assaulting an umpire during a country Australian rules football grand final in South Australia. Jeffrey John Hunter, 36, of Port Pirie in South...
Apr 30, 2013
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New Zealand tourism industry welcomes 'Mondayisation'
The Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIANZ) believes that the passing of 'Mondayisation' legislation by the New Zealand Parliament marks a successful outcome for...
Apr 27, 2013
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UCI slammed for lack of action after Armstrong doping saga
The US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) President Travis Tygart accused the International Cycling Union (UCI) of failing in its promise to deal with the consequences of the Lance...
Apr 27, 2013
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