News: Parks
Brisbane’s South Bank masterplan delivers long-term vision for popular precinct
For more than 30 years, South Bank Parklands has been Brisbane’s premier lifestyle and cultural destination, visited by around 14 million people every year. The masterplan for...
May 13, 2024
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Alpine Shire Council releases draft Sports and Active Recreation Master Plans for community input
Alpine Shire Council has released draft Schematic Drawings for its Sports and Active Recreation Master Plans, inviting community feedback. The draft Schematic Drawings include...
May 13, 2024
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Diverse play among themed focus groups for community to join to shape Ballarat's Open Space Strategy
The City of Ballarat is inviting the community to register for a specific focus group to help shape the development of the Open Space Strategy. Among the specific focus groups...
May 12, 2024
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Lithgow Council embarks on program to replace and maintain its playgrounds
Lithgow City Council has advised that while many of its playgrounds hold nostalgic memories for some, there are a number that are either outdated, unsafe or unusable. In...
May 8, 2024
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Burswood Park reserve and playground to be revitalised with $3 million investment
The Western Australian Government will invest $3 million to revitalise Burswood Park reserve and playground to attract more visitors to the precinct. Burswood Park is a...
May 5, 2024
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Western Australian budget to deliver new investment for conservation estate and national and marine parks
The Western Australian Government's commitment to expanding the state’s conservation estate will receive a significant $73 million boost over the next four years as part of Plan...
May 4, 2024
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Australian-authored research adds evidence linking community health outcomes with access to local green space
Two newly published Australian-authored health research papers have added new weight to the growing body of evidence linking community health outcomes with access to local green...
May 4, 2024
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Greening Greater Bendigo tree planting program continues
The City of Greater Bendigo has advised it will commence planting over 3,000 advanced trees in local streets and parklands throughout the municipality later this month as part...
May 1, 2024
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New Chief Executive announced for Botanic Gardens of Sydney
The Botanic Gardens of Sydney has appointed Simon Duffy as their new Chief Executive, commencing in the role on 3rd June. Duffy ( pictured ) will join the Gardens from Taronga...
Apr 30, 2024
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$165 million Outdoor Adventure Tourism package delivered for Western Australia
The Western Australian Government will deliver more than $165 million for new and upgraded trails, natural tourist attractions, boating facilities and campgrounds to make it...
Apr 29, 2024
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$8 million secured for Abrolhos Islands sustainable tourism development
The Western Australian Government will invest $8.1 million to develop the first stage of a sustainable tourism development at the Houtman Abrolhos Islands building on the $16.8...
Apr 25, 2024
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Christchurch architecture festival offers array of diverse experiences
The Christchurch annual architecture festival ‘Open Christchurch’ will run from 3rd-5th May with a programme celebrating the diverse range of architectural experiences on offer...
Apr 24, 2024
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Landscape design contract awarded for Penrith’s St Marys Central Park
Penrith City Council has reached the next milestone in the transformation of the St Marys Town Centre, with the awarding of the landscape design contract for St Marys Central...
Apr 23, 2024
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Playscape Creations offer significant savings on available play equipment
With the end of the financial year fast approaching, leader in recreational and play innovation, Playscape Creations, is offering significant savings on a range of playspace...
Apr 23, 2024
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Nursery upgrades to help support Penrith in becoming a greener City
Penrith City Council has advised that a $5 million grant through the NSW Government’s Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program is supporting its Nursery upgrades and the...
Apr 22, 2024
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New and upgraded playgrounds open as part of Newcastle’s annual replacement program
The City of Newcastle has advised that four new or upgraded playgrounds are now open as part of its annual playground replacement program - in time to be enjoyed by children...
Apr 21, 2024
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Conservation organisations collaborate on release of Eastern Quolls into Booderee National Park
Conservation organisations - Aussie Ark, WWF and Parks Australia - have successfully released 19 of its endangered Eastern Quolls into the 80-hectare Booderee Botanical Gardens...
Apr 21, 2024
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Queensland national park network to expand following Vergemont Station purchase
With the help of an anonymous donation of $21 million brokered by The Nature Conservancy, the Queensland Government has purchased a 350,000 hectare former outback cattle station...
Apr 21, 2024
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Clyde Recreation Reserve opens following $21.5 million redevelopment
The Clyde Recreation Reserve has officially been opened by the City of Casey following a $21.5 million redevelopment to expand the facility to better meet the needs of the large...
Apr 18, 2024
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Hobsons Bay City Council provides EPA with asbestos update
Hobsons Bay City Council has informed Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria that five more of its parks and reserves have asbestos contamination, bringing the total...
Apr 18, 2024
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Final call for residents and visitors to shape Ballarat Botanical Gardens Master Plan
A few days remain for residents and visitors to inform how the City of Ballarat continues to grow the Ballarat Botanical Gardens into the future. The City of Ballarat notes...
Apr 17, 2024
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World Leisure Day to explore digital horizons
Aiming to reinforce leisure as a social right and its importance in daily life, as well as to expand and promote leisure globally while recognising that barriers still exist for...
Apr 11, 2024
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Children’s Forest offers nature education play in Hornsby Shire
Hornsby Shire Council has advised that in association with the NSW Government they have unveiled a new Children’s Forest in Galston, designed specifically to nurture children’s...
Apr 11, 2024
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Queensland Garden Expo marks 40th anniversary with extended four day event
The Queensland Garden Expo, a horticultural staple in Australia for four decades, is preparing for its 40th-anniversary celebration marked by an extended four-day event from...
Apr 10, 2024
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