News: Parks
EOI opens for commercial operations to activate Bega Valley Shire Council reserves
Bega Valley Shire Council has opened Expressions of Interest (EOI) from mobile vendors keen to operate in some of the region’s most picturesque and frequently visited public...
Apr 28, 2025
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Blue Mountains City Council presents first designs of Neighbourhood Parks program
Blue Mountains City Council is inviting the community to contribute feedback on the next stage of the Neighbourhood Parks Program, as draft designs are released for upgraded...
Apr 28, 2025
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Queenstown Lakes District Council invites feedback on tree succession plan for Te Kararo Queenstown Gardens
The Queenstown community is being encouraged to plan for the future of Te Kararo Queenstown Gardens by giving feedback on a draft tree succession plan to help protect this...
Apr 28, 2025
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Parks
Four respondents shortlisted to tender for Tasmania’s new online parks booking platform
The delivery of a contemporary online booking system for Tasmania’s Parks has moved to the next phase following response to the government’s Expression of Interest process. The...
Apr 26, 2025
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Gold Coast’s Greenheart Robina Parklands delivers enhanced recreational facilities and playgrounds
The City of Gold Coast has official opened Greenheart Robina Parklands. Spanning 22.5 hectares the Parklands is a destination park providing ample space for hundreds of visitors...
Apr 15, 2025
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Penrith City Council flags its latest playspace upgrade at Gilmour Street Reserve
There is currently a pipeline of playspace projects happening across Penrith with Penrith City Council flagging its latest upgrade at Gilmour Street Reserve, Colyton. The old...
Apr 15, 2025
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City of Canning trial combats beetle development and fungal growth in urban forests
An Australian-first scientific study using systemically-injected chemicals in the City of Canning local government area is showing early success, signalling a breakthrough in...
Apr 14, 2025
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Noosa Coastal Walk $1 million revamp enhances accessibility
A $1.1 million upgrade to Noosa National Park’s Coastal Walk has revitalised several sections of the popular track, from Dolphin Point to the Fairy Pools, and includes track...
Apr 13, 2025
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City of Newcastle delivers multi-million dollar upgrade for Smith Park
The City of Newcastle delivery of a multimillion-dollar upgrade for Smith Park in Hamilton North includes a significantly improved playing surface with the installation of new...
Apr 13, 2025
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Concepts for aquatic centre, new outdoor stage and Ferris wheel revealed for Canberra's Commonwealth Park
The National Capital Authority (NCA) has released a vision for the renewal of Canberra’s Commonwealth Park, which includes an aquatic centre to replace the city’s ageing Olympic...
Apr 11, 2025
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Tasmania’s Three Capes Track welcomes its 100,000th walker
Tasmania’s popular multi-day walk - the Three Capes Track - has reached a significant milestone having welcomed its 100,000th walker this week. The four-day, three-night walk...
Apr 10, 2025
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Bunya Mountains National Park allocated $6.4 million for upgrades
The Queensland Government is allocating $6.4 million worth of upgrades for one of the state’s most popular national parks - the Bunya Mountains National Park. The ecotourism...
Apr 7, 2025
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Unused Melbourne spaces revamped into Vibrant Parks
The Victorian Government has transformed 29 former industrial lots and small streets into much needed recreational parks in the heart of Melbourne’s suburbs as part of the $315...
Mar 29, 2025
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Future Village installs floating gardens to combat urban heat in Parramatta’s CBD
Garden creator, Future Village, has installed floating gardens in Centenary and Parramatta Squares as part of a heat reduction experiment to help keep the City of Parramatta...
Mar 28, 2025
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Federal budget confirms $250 million for new and expanded conservation areas
The Federal budget has confirmed a $250 million commitment that will see 30 million hectares of land will gain protected status over the next five years. The funding for Saving...
Mar 25, 2025
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Zoos
Penrith community invited to offer input on Allsopp and Paterson Oval playspace upgrade
Penrith City Council is inviting the community to offer feedback on the proposed upgrade of the Allsopp and Paterson Oval playspace in Cambridge Park. Penrith Mayor Todd Carney...
Mar 23, 2025
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City of Newcastle unveils its first purpose-built inclusive playspace at Foreshore Park
The City of Newcastle has advised that construction will begin this year on its first purpose-built inclusive playspace and waterplay area should councillors award a tender for...
Mar 23, 2025
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WWF welcomes $250 million for Australian protected areas
Aimed at protecting another 30 million hectares of land, WWF Australia has welcomed Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek's commitment of $250 million for protected areas...
Mar 23, 2025
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Parks
Brisbane’s Sherwood Arboretum marks 100th anniversary on World Forestry Day 2025
With today being World Forestry Day, Brisbane Council is spotlighting the Sherwood Arboretum which turns 100-years-old today. It is Brisbane’s only arboretum and has more than...
Mar 20, 2025
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Improved access for Tasmania’s Mount Field National Park
Improved access to Tasmania’s Mount Field National Park is being planned with the designs now out for public consultation. Mount Field is one of Tasmania’s oldest national parks...
Mar 18, 2025
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70-hectare sport and recreation area among features proposed for Adelaide’s New Northern Park Lands
The South Australian Government’s proposed new Northern Park Lands will be the most significant investment in public open space in Greater Adelaide. The Northern Parklands...
Mar 17, 2025
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$4.5 million eco-tourism revitalisation for Daintree National Park
Work has commenced on the $4.5 million 650-metre long Jindalba Boardwalk upgrade in far north Queensland's Daintree National Park. The boardwalk will have all-abilities access...
Mar 17, 2025
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Queensland Garden Show’s new name reflects event’s evolution
The Queensland Garden Show - formerly the Queensland Garden Expo - returns to the Nambour Showgrounds from 11th to 13th July for its 41st year, with a fresh new name that...
Mar 16, 2025
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Adelaide Botanic Garden Chihuly glass exhibition exceeds attendance expectations
The exclusive, Australian-first exhibition Chihuly in the Adelaide Botanic Garden has attracted over one million visitors since opening in September 2024 well surpassing its...
Mar 16, 2025
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