News: Parks
Designs progressing for Tasmania’s ‘Next Iconic Walk’
Tasmania’s West Coast has been selected as the location for the state’s ‘Next Iconic Walk’ because of its extraordinary landscapes and links to hydro-power and geological...
Dec 18, 2023
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Te Araroa Trust provides new water tanks for New Zealand trail walkers
The Te Araroa Trust has provided 2000-litre rainwater tanks at six DOC huts to help keep water on tap for high numbers of Te Araroa trail walkers in the top of New Zealand’s...
Dec 17, 2023
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Report shows shortfall of sports facilities across northern Sydney region
A new report commissioned by the Northern Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (NSROC) reviewing the supply and demand for sports facilities in the northern Sydney region...
Dec 15, 2023
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Designs revealed for waterfront park at foot of Sydney’s Anzac Bridge
Designs have today been unveiled for Bank Street Park - a new waterfront park at the foot of Sydney’s Anzac Bridge – showing a transformation from a once fenced off area into a...
Dec 14, 2023
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Laservision transformation of Rockhamption Botanic Gardens continues to captivate
Transforming the Rockhamption Botanic Gardens and almost two weeks after its opening night, the light and sound immersive experience – RADIANCE by Laservision - continues to...
Dec 12, 2023
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South Australian councils given $500,000 boost to revive public spaces
The Open Space Grant Program 2023-24 opened this week for South Australian councils to apply for funding of up to $500,000 to revitalise laneways, main streets, civic places,...
Dec 12, 2023
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Survey results to help design Ballarat’s neighbourhood parks
Launched in July, the City of Ballarat’s Neighbourhood Parks Program for 2023 received 165 responses to a survey that will be used to understand how the spaces are being used,...
Dec 11, 2023
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Historic Bristol Hill Tower attraction restored to draw visitors to regional Victoria
The Bristol Hill Pioneer Memorial Tower – a significant Maryborough landmark and popular attraction - has officially re-opened, allowing community to safely enjoy and helping to...
Dec 11, 2023
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ACT Parks and Conservation Service restricts swimming in local waterways
The ACT Government has advised that parts of the Murrumbidgee River and Paddy's River have been closed to swimming until Thursday 14th December due to recent heavy rainfall...
Dec 9, 2023
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Popular South Australian Mambray Creek campground reopens following $2.5 million upgrade
One of South Australia’s most popular campgrounds - Mambray Creek at Mount Remarkable National Park - is reopening after a major $2.5 million upgrade. Situated near Melrose in...
Dec 6, 2023
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NSW Government releases draft Places to Swim guideline document
The NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment has released a guideline document that aims to help get more people in, on and around water for recreation, supporting...
Dec 6, 2023
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Darling Harbour’s transformation to include park and recreation facility upgrades
The next phase of Sydney's Darling Harbour development along with a new 2050 vision is being drafted by the NSW Government to transform the site into a contemporary and thriving...
Dec 4, 2023
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AllTrails secures Apple award for 2023 iPhone App of the Year
AllTrails, one of the world's largest and most trusted outdoor platforms, has been awarded iPhone App of the Year by Apple, celebrating its outstanding approach to helping...
Dec 2, 2023
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Traditional Owner organisations across Queensland to share in 46 new ranger positions
46 new Indigenous Land and Sea Ranger positions are being funded by the Queensland Government to be employed across 15 Traditional Owner organisations. The newest rangers will...
Nov 30, 2023
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CLM and Recreation Aotearoa announce partnership extension
Building on a strong legacy between both organisations, facility management company CLM has announced an extension of its national partnership with Recreation Aotearoa. The new...
Nov 29, 2023
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Former ranger becomes first Indigenous head of Parks Australia
Ronald (Ricky) Archer, Djungan man from the Western Tablelands region of North Queensland, has been appointed as the inaugural First Nations person to lead Parks Australia....
Nov 27, 2023
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Opening of Campbelltown Billabong Parklands delayed to 2024
Campbelltown City Council has advised that a series of construction issues will delay the opening of its highly anticipated Billabong Parklands water lagoon will not be open in...
Nov 27, 2023
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Council highlights significant conservation contributions of Wellington Zoo and Botanic Gardens
Last month, the International Union for Conservation of Nature Species Survival Commission (IUCN SSC) launched its position statement, recognising the significant contributions...
Nov 27, 2023
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Hobsons Bay delivers outdoor exercise park for seniors
Hobsons Bay in Melbourne’s southwest is offering its older residents a new way to regain fitness, and stay healthy and socially connected via a seniors’ exercise park in...
Nov 26, 2023
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Wangetti Trail to progress following signing of Indigenous Land Use Agreements
Djabugay Nation Elders and Leaders and Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk yesterday celebrated the signing of Wangetti Trail’s Indigenous Land Use Agreements. Traditional...
Nov 25, 2023
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Albury Botanic Gardens tests renewable technology on journey to become net zero
AlburyCity is working towards achieving its ambitious net zero carbon emissions targets with the Albury Botanic Gardens being transformed into a pilot site for a new fleet of...
Nov 23, 2023
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Greater Wellington Regional Council plants a million trees
In the name of Papatūānuku (the Māori tradition of the land) the Greater Wellington Regional Council has planted over 922,000 seedlings in parks, wetlands, rivers and...
Nov 22, 2023
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Construction underway on Lithgow’s Lost City Walking Track and Glow Worm Tunnel pathway
Lithgow’s Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area has seen construction commence on the Lost City Walking Track as part of a $49.5 million NSW Government commitment to...
Nov 21, 2023
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Design and construction tender released for Lake Joondalup mountain bike trails
The design and construction tender has been released for a family-friendly urban mountain bike trail network at Yellagonga Regional Park near Lake Joondalup in the heart of...
Nov 21, 2023
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