News: Parks
Hobart’s Fern Tree Park receives $2 million makeover with natural playground
A tiny park in Fern Tree - an outlying suburb of Hobart -that once hosted summer strawberry festivals and has been a gateway for visitors wishing to explore Wellington Park for...
Feb 15, 2021
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Auckland Council encouraged by community Kauri compliance
Auckland Council is encouraged by the community’s compliant response to their request for taking more care of kauri forests, This summer has seen non-compliant behaviour...
Feb 15, 2021
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Community consultation open for Belair Golf Course and Country Club precinct upgrades
Community consultation is now open for the proposed upgrades to the former Belair Golf Course and Country Club precinct - including opportunities to increase nature-based...
Feb 14, 2021
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Singapore sets sustainable targets for next 10 years
The Government of Singapore has this week released details of a national agenda on sustainable development with the unveiling of the Singapore Green Plan 2030. Introduced as a...
Feb 12, 2021
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David Fleay Wildlife Park opens new immersive wildlife experience for students
Located on the Gold Coast, David Fleay Wildlife Park has installed a new and immersive learning environment for students – transporting them to one of Queensland’s vibrant...
Feb 9, 2021
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Shoalhaven Council partners with volunteers to rehabilitate publicly owned natural areas
Shoalhaven City Council’s Bushcare program is helping to preserve, rehabilitate and maintain publicly owned natural areas in partnership with community volunteers. Council's...
Feb 8, 2021
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Darwin residents consulted on preferred dog park locations
Darwin Council is asking residents to provide their preferences on five potential locations for developing a dog park in close proximity to the city area. Darwin Lord Mayor Kon...
Feb 8, 2021
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Wagga Wagga Council releases design concepts for latest stage of Riverside playground
Wagga Wagga City Council is seeking community input help in choosing the design of a new, regionally significant playground. The Council has received four concept designs from...
Feb 8, 2021
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South Australia’s national parks experience marked increase in visitation
South Australia’s national parks experienced a 77% rise in park entry numbers in December 2020 when compared to the same time in 2019 - an impressive 28,298 people visited South...
Feb 4, 2021
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Western Australia's Plan for Our Parks initiative sees creation of five Badimia conservation reserves
The Western Australian Government has announced the creation of five Badimia conservation reserves in the Mid-West, as part of their Plan for Our Parks initiative. The reserves...
Feb 3, 2021
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Mountain bike trails upgraded in Margaret River and Perth Hills
As part of the Western Australian Government's $5.5 billion WA Recovery Plan, upgrades at two popular mountain bike trail networks at The Pines in Margaret River and Goat Farm...
Feb 2, 2021
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Gold Coast’s Seaway Promenade nears completion
The Gold Coast’s new Seaway Promenade is nearing completion at The Spit offering locals and visitors expansive views along the Gold Coast’s spectacular coastline. Locals and...
Feb 2, 2021
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New recreational trails opened in Myponga Reservoir Reserve
Visitors to South Australia’s Myponga Reservoir Reserve can now access more than three kilometres of new trails - taking the total network of trails to more than six kilometres...
Feb 1, 2021
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Wanaka Lakefront development to deliver environmental and accessibility improvements
Work on Stage Three of the Wānaka Lakefront Development Plan is to begin on Monday 1st February 2021, which will see the implementation of native planting, a shared pathway for...
Jan 31, 2021
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Gold Coast Hinterland poised to become significant mountain biking destination
The Gold Coast Hinterland is set to become a significant mountain biking destination with interim plans over the next three months aiming to formalise a number of mountain...
Jan 28, 2021
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Victorian Government backs 13 new pocket parks in Melbourne’s suburbs
The Victorian Government has announced an expansion of open green space across Melbourne’s suburbs with a $15 million investment in 13 new pocket parks and five off leash dog...
Jan 24, 2021
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Construction commences on Adelaide City Skate Park
Construction has commenced on the new skate facility in Adelaide, being integrated into Gladys Elphick Park / Narnungga. Located on the corner of West Terrace and Glover Avenue,...
Jan 24, 2021
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Victorian Government increases funding for Botanic Gardens
The Victorian Government has announced a funding increase for botanic gardens across the state, with 26 gardens to share in $2.4 million through the second round of the Growing...
Jan 21, 2021
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Sydney’s historic Callan Park waterfront set for $14 million makeover
A continuous green link connecting the Sydney Harbour foreshore is a step closer, with the historic Callan Park area of open space set for a $14 million makeover under the new...
Jan 20, 2021
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New Zealand's Jobs for Nature funding will create training and employment opportunities
A major investment to tackle wilding pines in Mount Richmond will create jobs and help protect the unique ecosystems of the South Island forest park according to New Zealand...
Jan 20, 2021
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Shoalhaven Community invited to comment on playground upgrades
Shoalhaven City Council is inviting residents and visitors to provide input on playground upgrade requirements at Tilbury Reserve, Culburra Beach and Lions Park Playground,...
Jan 20, 2021
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Plan for enhanced entry at Hamilton Zoo and Waiwhakareke to be delivered sooner
Hamilton’s Mayor and Councillors have unanimously backed a plan to enhance the experience of visitors to Hamilton Zoo and Waiwhakareke Natural Heritage Park, while also...
Jan 19, 2021
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NSW national parks receive major infrastructure investment
A record investment by NSW Government in community infrastructure in NSW national parks will see the delivery of more than 750 kilometre of new and upgraded walking tracks, 33...
Jan 17, 2021
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Wagga Wagga's new adventure playground popular with visitors
Since the Entwine project was completed late last year, the new adventure playground at Wagga Wagga’s Botanic Gardens has been popular with visitors especially families with...
Jan 16, 2021
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