News: Parks
Green space maintenance across Sunshine Coast impacted by wet weather
While Sunshine Coast Council takes take pride in making sure the region’s parks and gardens look green and great, the ongoing wet and warm weather continues to cause delays and...
Jan 23, 2024
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Refurbished Springs Lookout unveiled at Hobart’s Mt Wellington
The City of Hobart has announced the completion and opening of the refurbished Springs Lookout on kunanyi/Mt Wellington which offers impressive views over Hobart, the River...
Jan 21, 2024
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Launceston's popular Cataract Walk recreational trail to reopen to the public
Launceston's popular Cataract Walk recreational trail to reopen to the public Remediation works on the popular Cataract Walk recreational trail are currently underway by City of...
Jan 21, 2024
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Georges River Council seeks feedback on plan of management for Jubilee Stadium Precinct
Residents in the Georges River Council area of Sydney have been invited to provide their input on the initial phase of the future plan of management for the Jubilee Stadium...
Jan 19, 2024
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Wellington Council’s Parks, Sport and Recreation team adjusts to water restrictions
With water usage in Wellington at an all-time high, Council’s Parks, Sport and Recreation team which manages 58 sites across the city is having to adjust to water restrictions....
Jan 18, 2024
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Weather impacts maintenance schedules for parks and sportsgrounds in Blue Mountains
Recent heavy summer rain across New South Wales has severely impacted mowing and maintenance schedules of parks and sportsgrounds in the Blue Mountains. Blue Mountains City...
Jan 15, 2024
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Tenders sought for delivery of amenities building at Newcastle’s Foreshore Park
The City of Newcastle is seeking tenders for the delivery of a new amenities building as part of its revitalisation of the popular Foreshore Park. Tenders are being sought for...
Jan 15, 2024
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Mulch containing asbestos found near children's playground at Rozelle parklands
Asbestos – contaminated mulch has been discovered near a children's playground in the newly opened expansive Rozelle Parklands built above the multibillion-dollar spaghetti...
Jan 10, 2024
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More disaster assistance announced for south-east Queensland
The Australian and Queensland Governments have today announced new support measures to boost disaster recovery and resilience operations in south-east Queensland in the wake of...
Jan 8, 2024
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Flinders Ranges named as a best destination in international publication ‘Explore Travel’
Explore Travel , which has a monthly reach of up to 4.6 million people through its online and print publications, has named South Australia’s Flinders Ranges, including the new...
Jan 6, 2024
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Blacktown City Council and Western Sydney University partner in local urban heat study
Blacktown City Council and the Western Sydney University (WSU) have joined together to conduct the first comprehensive urban heat monitoring study of the local government area....
Jan 5, 2024
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Inghams Instagram analysis shows Australia ranks second and New Zealand seventh for unspoilt landscapes
Walking holiday provider, Inghams, has revealed the results of its analysis on Instagram hashtags to reveal the landscapes around the world most commonly described as...
Jan 3, 2024
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Blue Mountains Council calls for vigilance in parks and natural areas following lightning strikes
Blue Mountains Council is calling upon residents and visitors to take extreme care when outdoors and in parks and natural areas during severe weather and advised two people were...
Jan 3, 2024
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MidCoast Council releases new strategies for Play Spaces and Skateparks
MidCoast Council. located in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, has advised that the future direction of play spaces and skate parks in the region will be guided by...
Jan 3, 2024
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Playground updates completed at Geelong waterfront park
One of Geelong’s most loved waterfront features, Poppy Kettle Playground, has re-opened following the installation of a new slide and the completion of maintenance works. The...
Jan 1, 2024
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Parks Victoria looks back on 2023 project success
Victorian Government agency Parks Victoria has looked back on what it says is “another massive year for projects in parks across the state” while looking forward to the...
Dec 29, 2023
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Landscaping works completed at Yarra Bend Park Regional Netball Facility
Parks Victoria has advised that works to finalise the landscape surrounds at new netball courts in Yarra Bend Park are complete, with the facilities set to open to the public...
Dec 28, 2023
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South Australia Government expands smoke and vape free areas to include beach jetties and patrol flags
The South Australian Government has introduced new laws effective 1st March 2024, which will see on-the-spot fines of $105 and prosecution penalties of $750 in place for people...
Dec 28, 2023
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Another section of Illawarra’s Sublime Point Walking Track opens for Christmas
Following extensive geotechnical works to enhance safety, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service has opened another section of Illawarra’s Sublime Point Walking Track in time...
Dec 23, 2023
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Parks Australia help protect red crabs migrating on Christmas Island
Parks Australia staff, working in collaboration with the community and local stakeholders are playing a key role in protecting millions of red crabs on Christmas Island as they...
Dec 23, 2023
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Penrith’s new City Park offers vibrant, communal green space
Penrith’s City Park, located in the City Centre, opened this week with the 7,000 sqm site having been transformed into a thriving green communal space. The space includes a...
Dec 22, 2023
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Hobart eastern shores location selected for high-performance AFL training centre
Parklands at Rosny on Hobart's eastern shore surrounding a school and shopping centre have been chosen as the location for high-performance centre for Tasmania’s new AFL club....
Dec 21, 2023
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Plans released for increased Christchurch tree canopy coverage
The next tranche of plans for increasing the tree canopy coverage across Christchurch and Banks Peninsula have been released. The work is part of the Ōtautahi Christchurch Urban...
Dec 19, 2023
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Christchurch City Council becomes exclusive steward of Avon River Precinct
Christchurch City Council now has the exclusive stewardship of the award-winning Avon River Precinct following the transfer of its final feature – the North Frame pedestrian...
Dec 18, 2023
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