News: Parks
MCC recycling project reduces parkland water use
Victoria's largest underground water recycling facility, located in Yarra Park adjacent to the Melbourne Cricket Ground, is now operational, with water from the facility now...
Feb 22, 2013
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Sydney Harbour named a 'National Landscape'
The natural beauty of Sydney Harbour has this week been recognized with its naming as Australia's 16th National Landscape, opening the way to a global marketing push inviting...
Feb 21, 2013
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Tropfest finds a new home in Centennial Park
The world's largest short film festival, Tropfest, will make Centennial Parklands its new location as of December this year. Welcoming the announcement of the start date for the...
Feb 21, 2013
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Parks Forum invites industry to celebrate Parks Week
The Parks Forum is inviting agencies and individuals around Australia and New Zealand to celebrate the important role that public parks play in contributing to the health of...
Feb 17, 2013
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Victorian plans for smoking bans at sporting venues, playgrounds and skate parks
Following similar legislation in other States, the Victorian Government has announced legislative plans to ban smoking at sporting facilities, children's playgrounds and skate...
Feb 10, 2013
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Sun rises on National Arboretum
A specatular dawn ceremony on Saturday morning (2nd February) marked the official opening of the National Arboretum in Canberra. The 250 hectare site was once a pine and cedar...
Feb 4, 2013
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National park recovery underway after Oswald
The Fraser Island and Cooloola sections of Great Sandy National Park have now reopened following this week's severe weather in Queensland. Queensland National Parks Minister...
Feb 2, 2013
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Wellington offers free apps for city parks and walks
Wellington City Council has made its public parks more accessible with free mobile Apps to help visitors and residents explore the city's outdoor spaces. The free My Parx...
Feb 1, 2013
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NSW Botanic Gardens and National Parks enjoy growth in visitor numbers
Online campsite bookings, a new website and the abolition of entry fees to Western Sydney botanic gardens, have resulted in more people than ever enjoying the beauty of the...
Jan 30, 2013
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Centennial Parklands gains world-class recognition with Green Flag Award
Centennial Parklands has again been recognised as one of the world's leading public parklands by winning a prestigious Green Flag Award in the year of its 125th anniversary. One...
Jan 29, 2013
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Stakeholders welcome creation of Murujuga National Park
The Western Australian Government has approved the creation of the Murujuga National Park on the Burrup Peninsula in a move welcomed by tourism operators in the region. The head...
Jan 22, 2013
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Light Garden to illuminate Sydney's Centennial Park
From 18th to 27th January, a spectacular illuminated Light Garden will light up Centennial Park like never before. This free community event will celebrate a key milestone in...
Jan 11, 2013
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NSW smokers banned from swimming pools and sports grounds
Tougher new anti-smoking laws in NSW now ban smokers from lighting up at playgrounds, public sports grounds, swimming pools, transport stops and entrances to public buildings....
Jan 9, 2013
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Free events mark start of Sydney Festival
Patrons took advantage of the opening day of the 2013 Sydney Festival on Saturday marked with a series of free events in Hyde Park, Darling Harbour and The Domain. Marking the...
Jan 7, 2013
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Victorian Government loses alpine grazing appeal
The Federal Court has dismissed an appeal by the Victorian Government to allow grazing in Alpine National Park. About 400 cattle were introduced to the park in 2011 in a...
Jan 6, 2013
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Rescued hiker fined over potatoes, naan bread
A man has been fined for not preparing adequately before setting out on a three-day trek in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney. NSW Police say the 29-year-old only had a kilo of...
Jan 4, 2013
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Auckland Council wins fitness and recreation awards
Auckland Regional Council and its Manukau Leisure Services stand-alone business unit have ended 2012 with a series of industry awards. New Zealand Fitness Industry Awards At the...
Dec 31, 2012
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New Visitor Centre for Christchurch Botanic Gardens
A new multi-purpose visitor centre is set to add an exciting dimension to Christchurch's Botanic Gardens, following a recent Christchurch City Council decision. Leighs...
Dec 24, 2012
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Auckland Council secures new regional parkland
Auckland Regional Council has purchased 29.5 hectares of land at Pakiri to the east of city as an addition to the existing regional parkland. The property is largely low-lying...
Dec 17, 2012
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Brisbane Parklands handover a step closer
The handover of South Bank and Roma Street Parklands to the Brisbane City Council (BCC) is a step closer, with the signing of a 'Principles Statement' by Queensland Premier...
Dec 12, 2012
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Hush quietens music in outdoor Group Fitness
In what's believed to be a world first for the fitness industry, Sydney start up Hush Fitness delivered its first outdoor group fitness to music class this month in Centennial...
Dec 10, 2012
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New Plymouth gets strategic about recreation and open spaces
New Plymouth District Council's new Recreation and Open Space Strategy is considering the local need for recreation and open space, and whether it is offering the right mix of...
Dec 10, 2012
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SuperSprint and Athletics Victoria launch inaugural Australian Grand Prix Run
SuperSprint and Athletics Victoria, in partnership with the Australian Grand Prix Corporation, have launched a new event on Australia's running calendar The Australian Grand...
Dec 9, 2012
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Centennial Parklands launches Australian first education initiative
Centennial Parklands has launched a number of new and exciting environmental education initiatives including a newly developed and first of its kind 'Bush Connections' program...
Dec 7, 2012
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