News: Parks
Parks Victoria apologises for bookings pause
Parks Victoria has apologised for a series of security, monitoring and performance issues with its new booking platform for camping and accommodation bookings. Introduced at the...
Aug 8, 2023
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New green open space for Melbourne’s Southbank
A $1.5 million investment for the design and delivery of a green open space near the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA) in Melbourne’s Southbank has been announced...
Aug 7, 2023
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Consultation opens for Christchurch outdoor dining and naming policies
Christchurch City Council is inviting Christchurch and Banks Peninsula residents and businesses to have their say on two draft policies – the outdoor dining and naming policies...
Aug 7, 2023
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Urban beach and tidal pools among public access options being considered for Auckland harbour
Auckland Council is considering all credible options for the release of parts of the Port footprint back to Council so that it can be developed for the enjoyment of all...
Aug 6, 2023
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Ballarat Botanical Gardens to become gallery for Australian ferns
The Ballarat Botanical Gardens Fernery will soon become a gallery for Australian ferns. AQL Landscape Design having been awarded the contract to deliver the landscaping set to...
Aug 6, 2023
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Penrith’s annual ‘Trees for Dad’ community planting event returns for its fifth year
Penrith City Council’s annual Trees for Dad community tree planting event returns for its fifth year on Sunday 3rd September at Peppermint Reserve in Kingswood. Everyone is...
Aug 6, 2023
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DTA Contractors awarded tender for Darwin’s Liberty Square Revitalisation
A $3.8 million dollar contract has been awarded to Darwin based industry specialist DTA Contractors, to deliver the construction of Darwin's Liberty Square Revitalisation. DTA...
Aug 5, 2023
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Queensland Government acquires more land to expand National Parks network
The purchase of around 8000 hectares of land near Hughenden, part of Pretty Plains station, by the Queensland Government will form part of the State’s newest National Park. The...
Aug 4, 2023
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Enhanced play space unveiled at Centenary Reserve in Melbourne's west
Melton City Council has unveiled an enhanced play space and revitalised recreational area at Centenary Reserve in the western Melbourne suburb of Kurunjang. Council has...
Aug 3, 2023
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The PlayWorks launches Australian made nature play product line
Amid rising interest in concepts for nature play, Brisbane-based PlayWorks has announced the launch of Natura Playgrounds - a product range created to engage and inspire...
Aug 3, 2023
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Acquisition of Comeroo station delivers new National Park for outback NSW
The acquisition of Comeroo, Muttawary and Maranoa stations (known collectively as Comeroo) northwest of Bourke by the NSW Government, has created a new National Park to protect...
Aug 2, 2023
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20,000 volunteer hours help transform former Cairns sugar cane farm into Cattana Wetlands
Thousands of volunteer hours have transformed what was once a working farm covered in sugar cane into an important nature conservation reserve - the Cattana Wetlands. Over the...
Aug 2, 2023
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Development for Brisbane 2032 athletics warm-up facility will not require demolition of homes
Controversial plans for the development of the athletics warm-up facility for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games will not now require the demolition of homes in the...
Jul 31, 2023
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New nature play space opens in South Australia's Glenthorne National Park
A multi-million dollar nature play space, forming part of South Australia’s newest national park, Glenthorne - Ityamaiitpinna Yarta has opened to the public. Situated 16km south...
Jul 31, 2023
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Sustainable, innovative furniture sought for Christchurch City Council parks
Christchurch City Council has advised that park benches, picnic tables, bike stands and loungers made of reclaimed or recycled materials could soon feature in its parks network,...
Jul 31, 2023
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Perth Hills' John Forrest National Park to undergo transformation
Construction is underway on the first stage of the $17 million transformation of John Forrest National Park situated in the Perth Hills. John Forrest National Park is Western...
Jul 31, 2023
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Kalgoorlie-Boulder Urban Landcare Group to deliver new nature playground at Karlkurla Bushland Park
Works have commenced on a new $1 million nature playground at Kalgoorlie's Karlkurla Bushland Park being delivered by the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Urban Landcare Group. The project...
Jul 30, 2023
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NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service remembers those who lost their lives
On World Ranger Day 2023, the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service has remembered all NPWS staff who have lost their lives while serving the community. The dedicated and...
Jul 30, 2023
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New Victorian trail and lookouts in Yallock-Bulluk Marine and Coastal Park to be major drawcard for visitors
The Victorian Government in partnership with Parks Victoria, Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation and Bass Coast Shire Council is set to pave an iconic trail in the new...
Jul 27, 2023
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City of Newcastle outlines its environment strategy to help combat climate change
The City of Newcastle intends to create an environmental legacy for future generations by focussing on net zero carbon emissions, renewable energy initiatives, more cycleways,...
Jul 24, 2023
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Inclusion, accessibility, safety and resilience prioritised for Port Stephens community
Port Stephens Council is currently preparing a new Community Wellbeing Strategy in which inclusion, accessibility, safety and resilience are highlighted and prioritised. When...
Jul 24, 2023
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Ranger and Field Officers sought for new Thurloo Downs National Park
The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is looking to assemble an inaugural team of Field Officers, a Ranger and a Team Leader to help establish the third largest national...
Jul 24, 2023
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Victorian Government commits to its playground and park revitalisation program
The Victorian Government has undertaken to upgrade playgrounds and revitalise 52 parks and reserves across Melbourne, ensuring everyone has access to green open space. The...
Jul 23, 2023
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Ambitious target set to increase Camden’s tree canopy
Camden Council’s draft Urban Forest Strategy 2023, which is on public exhibition, sets an ambitious target to increase the region’s tree canopy from 15% to 40% by 2036. In order...
Jul 23, 2023
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