News: Parks
QCoast2100 program helps Queensland coastal communities plan for climate change impacts
10 Queensland coastal councils will share in $3.3 million in funding for projects aimed at safeguarding their communities and facilities from the impact of coastal erosion,...
Aug 30, 2023
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City of Hobart reveals Draft Master Plan for South Hobart Oval and Park
Following extensive community consultation, the City of Hobart has released a draft master plan for South Hobart Oval and Park. Once agreed, the final plan will guide future...
Aug 29, 2023
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Parks Australia grant supports tourism sustainability within Indian Ocean Territories Marine Parks
Parks Australia grant funding is supporting a partnership between Ecotourism Australia, The University of Queensland (UQ) and Christmas Island Tourism Association (CITA) aimed...
Aug 28, 2023
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Construction begins on new multi-day walking track in Northern NSW
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service has advised that construction has commenced on the Gidjuum Gulganyi Walk - a new 39-kilometre multi-day walk stretching from the new...
Aug 28, 2023
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Yoga lawn, outdoor gym and playground among Gold Coast Greenheart park offerings
Construction is underway at the Greenheart site in Robina to create a 252-hectare park which when finished will include a yoga lawn, outdoor fitness equipment and fully fenced...
Aug 27, 2023
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NSW Councils commit to achieving positive outcomes for people with disabilities
NSW councils continue to deliver a range of initiatives to improve the lives of people with disabilities especially in the provision of facilities in public spaces. The NSW...
Aug 26, 2023
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NightFest to illuminate Canberra’s Floriade festival
NightFest will this year be delivering an exciting program of after dark live entertainment and stunning horticultural illuminations over four nights for Canberra’s Floriade...
Aug 23, 2023
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Caloundra upgrades to include improved access to Ben Bennett Bushland Park
Safer and more convenient access to Ben Bennett Bushland Park for Caloundra residents through the inclusion of an active transport underpass is one of the upgrades included in...
Aug 23, 2023
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Strategy endorsed to guide expansion of Cairns’ recreational trails
Strategy endorsed to guide expansion of Cairns’ recreational trails Cairns Regional Council has today endorsed a strategy to guide use, maintenance and future expansion of...
Aug 22, 2023
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NSW Government to collaborate on salvaging Rozelle Parklands project
A collaboration between the NSW Government, Inner West Council and Transport for NSW will undertake a new masterplan to salvage the Rozelle Parklands project. The new masterplan...
Aug 21, 2023
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Geelong turf management and horticultural apprentices gain world-class experience at AAMI Park
Contributing to the success of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, City of Greater Geelong Turf Management and Horticulture apprentices were selected to work alongside world-renowned...
Aug 21, 2023
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Flood and cyclone damaged Kimberley Parks to receive funding for reopening
To support the reopening of Marine, Conservation and National Parks in Western Australia's Kimberley region after cyclone and flood damage earlier this year, the Federal and...
Aug 20, 2023
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Yarra City Council shares progress on its urban forest management
Yarra City Council has provided an update on its urban forest management with the city making progress towards its target of achieving 21.25% tree canopy coverage across the...
Aug 17, 2023
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Christchurch parks to be maintained by Council staff rather than contractors
Christchurch City Council has advised that from 1st July 2024, all parks maintenance activity, excluding tree maintenance and Sexton services (burials in cemeteries) will be...
Aug 15, 2023
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City of Casey reviews strategies and plans for open spaces and facilities
The City of Casey has undertaken reviews of its open space and facilities plans and strategies to meet current standards and expectations. The City of Casey's Open Space...
Aug 14, 2023
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Outdoor fitness equipment and basketball court planned for Pyrmont pop-up park
The NSW Government is starting work on a new temporary park at Bank Street in Pyrmont - located near the southern pylon of Sydney's Anzac Bridge - which will include a...
Aug 14, 2023
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World Urban Parks invites entries for 2023 Awards
World Urban Parks, the international body offering advice, support and connection with urban parks, open space and recreation issues, has opened applications for its 2023 Awards...
Aug 14, 2023
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Latest funding round opens for Western Australian Aboriginal Ranger Program
The latest grant round for the Aboriginal Ranger Program has allocated up to $13 million to support new and emerging ranger programs with the funding part of an $83 million...
Aug 13, 2023
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Explore Worldwide study reveals Australia’s most photographed walking trails
Leading adventure tour operator Explore Worldwide has studied a vast dataset of over 500 global popular walking locations to unveil which trails and walking routes have...
Aug 12, 2023
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Think tank launched to address protection of parks, pools and playgrounds
An Australian Research Council funded collaboration between researchers at Macquarie University’s School of Social Sciences and industry experts in the Cities Revitalisation and...
Aug 10, 2023
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Volunteer networks celebrated across NSW during Landcare week
Local Land Services together with Landcare NSW are celebrating the impressive work of volunteer networks across NSW during this Landcare week. 50 Landcare networks have...
Aug 10, 2023
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Legal victory for Melbourne's Merri-bek Council as Court orders return of open space
An area of land in the Melbourne suburb of Brunswick intended for free use by local residents has been ordered to be sold back to Merri-bek City Council by the Supreme Court, in...
Aug 9, 2023
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Mornington Peninsula Shire unveils Parklet Policy for Permanent Outdoor Activation
To enable traders to create parklets for ongoing use, Mornington Peninsula Shire has developed a draft Parklets Policy which considers the positive and negative impact to all...
Aug 9, 2023
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New koala play tower installed at City of Logan’s Alexander Clark Park
An almost five-metre high koala play tower has been installed as the centrepiece of a $6.34 million upgrade currently underway in one of the City of Logan’s most popular parks -...
Aug 9, 2023
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