News: Parks
LARCAN consultancy to manage operations for Parks and Leisure Australia's NSW/ACT branch
Port Macquarie-based recreation planning consultancy LARCAN has announced that it has been awarded the Executive Officer contract for Parks and Leisure Australia's NSW/ACT...
Jan 19, 2023
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Auckland Council spotlights 10 parks to explore in the city centre
Auckland Council has spotlighted ten green spaces for the public to enjoy, all within a kilometre of the Auckland Town Hall. Some are small but perfectly formed pocket parks and...
Jan 17, 2023
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Queenslanders offered grants to transform unused and underutilised urban spaces
Queenslanders are being offered funding from the State Government to transform unused and underutilised urban spaces through building community gardens, installing composting...
Jan 16, 2023
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Reviews reveal Australia's best places to cycle, run and swim
A newly released study has revealed that the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria in Melbourne is the best place to run in Australia, while Port Douglas' Four Mile Beach tops the...
Jan 13, 2023
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Lady Musgrave Island camping upgrades improve accessibility and amenities
The $765,000 revitalisation of Queensland’s popular Lady Musgrave Island is now complete with upgrades to provide accessibility and new amenities. Sitting about 60 kilometres...
Jan 12, 2023
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Sunshine Coast’s Kings Beach Park and Community Precinct secures Green Flag Award
After an extensive judging process, the Sunshine Coast’s Kings Beach Park and Community Precinct has secured the prestigious accolade of a Green Flag Award in recognition of it...
Jan 11, 2023
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Christchurch’s new Rapaki trails proving popular and ease pressure on busy Rapaki Track
Christchurch City Council has advised that two new trails above the lower half of Rapaki Track have attracted thousands of mountain bikers and walkers over the summer break. The...
Jan 11, 2023
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Campaspe Shire Council invites community feedback on draft Victoria Park Master Plan
Campaspe Shire Council’s draft Victoria Park Master Plan, which will inform future capital works and funding opportunities within the Echuca recreation space, is now available...
Jan 9, 2023
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Queensland Government protects an additional 43,000 hectares of land across the state
The Queensland Government is protecting another 43,000 hectares of land across Queensland, including additions to National Parks such as D'Aguilar, Lamington, Main Range and...
Jan 5, 2023
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Brisbane City Council Chief Executive expects 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup will help Olympic preparations
Brisbane City Council Chief Executive Colin Jensen has predicted that the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup will help promote the city as it prepares to host the 2032 Olympics. Jensen...
Jan 4, 2023
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City of Melbourne to develop new green space in Arts Precinct
The City of Melbourne has announced plans to transform an underutilised section of road in the heart of Melbourne’s Arts Precinct into a lush green space for locals and visitors...
Jan 2, 2023
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MidCoast community identify what they value most about open spaces
MidCoast Council’s first open space strategy received feedback from 1,600 community members, identifying what they most value about open spaces. MidCoast Council is a local...
Jan 1, 2023
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Christchurch walking track network expands for summer
Christchurch City Council has advised that another portion of the Te Kuru stormwater facility in the upper catchment of the Ōpāwaho Heathcote River has been completed in time...
Dec 28, 2022
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Parks and Leisure Australia WA Branch to present recreation strategy workshop
As part of its ongoing commitment to staging professional development events, the Western Australian Branch of Parks and Leisure Australia (PLAWA) will be presenting a...
Dec 28, 2022
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Beowa National Park benefits from upgrades to visitor areas
Beowa National Park on the NSW south coast can now offer summer visitors two revamped visitor areas. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) South Coast Director Kane...
Dec 25, 2022
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Major upgrade completed on Centennial Park’s E.S Marks athletics field
Work has been completed on the $4.8 million redevelopment of Sydney’s historic E.S. Marks Athletics Field at Centennial Park delivering local juniors state-of-the-art facilities...
Dec 22, 2022
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Popular Brighton community event returns in 2023 with new sponsors and activities
Christchurch City Council has advised that the popular ‘I Love Brighton’ free community event is returning on Waitangi Day 6th February at Thomson Park. The event began in the...
Dec 22, 2022
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Lotteries Fund backing to help Hamilton City Council create active community parks
Hamilton City Council has announced that it has this week received an award of $1 million towards two play, open space and sport projects from the Lottery Grants Board. 2023...
Dec 21, 2022
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NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service partners with adventure experts to deliver new Lithgow experience
A partnership between the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and adventure tourism experts Experience Co, will position Lithgow as an eco-adventure tourist destination with...
Dec 20, 2022
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Wollondilly Shire Council partners with Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife to protect local environment
Wollondilly Shire Council has partnered with the Foundation for National Parks and Wildlife (FNPW), to actively protect the Shire’s unique flora and fauna so it can be enjoyed...
Dec 19, 2022
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Concept plans revealed for upgrades to popular swimming area at Lake Parramatta
City of Parramatta has revealed the concept plans to upgrade one of Western Sydney’s popular swimming areas at Lake Parramatta and is now seeking feedback from the community....
Dec 19, 2022
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Array of initiatives used to promote responsible camping in Queenstown Lakes District
An array of initiatives including new ambassadors and an increased enforcement staff presence are being used by Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) to promote responsible...
Dec 18, 2022
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A forgotten piece of Sydney harbour approved for transformation into tourism precinct
Plans have been approved by the NSW Government to transform a forgotten piece of Sydney’s harbour into an exciting new foreshore precinct and tourism drawcard. The rezoning...
Dec 18, 2022
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Wellington Botanic Garden play area due for an upgrade
The popular Wellington Botanic Garden ki Paekākā play area that opened in 1904 is due for an upgrade as part of Wellington City Council’s play spaces policy. In August 2022,...
Dec 15, 2022
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