News: Play
Community feedback sought to help shape the future of Nepean River Precinct
With work now underway to update Penrith City Council’s ‘Our River Masterplan’, the Penrith community is being invited to share their ideas and aspirations for the Nepean River...
Jun 28, 2023
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Construction underway for new all abilities playground at Sir Zelman Cowen Reserve in Kooyong
City of Stonnington has advised that a new all abilities playground is being built at Sir Zelman Cowen Reserve in the south eastern Melbourne suburb of Kooyong. Replacing the...
Jun 27, 2023
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Upgrades to Gorman’s Hill Park playground in Bathurst meet ‘Everyone Can Play’ principles
Bathurst Regional Council advise that work is underway to create a vibrant new inclusive play space at Gorman’s Hill Park that meets the ‘Everyone Can Play’ principles. Everyone...
Jun 21, 2023
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Reactivation of heritage winery to revitalise Perth’s Yellagonga Regional Park
A public/private partnership between the National Trust of Western Australia and Be Our Guest Holdings Pty Ltd will see a multi-million dollar reactivation of the...
Jun 21, 2023
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South Australia’s West Beach Parks invests $7.5 million to enhance the visitor experience
West Beach Parks - one of South Australia’s favourite holiday, sport and adventure destinations - is investing a record $7.5 million this year to enhance the visitor experience...
Jun 19, 2023
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Sutherland Shire Council proposes upgrade program for aquatic and recreation centres
Sutherland Shire Council in Sydney’s southern suburbs is proposing a 15-year program of upgrades to its aquatic, recreation and sport centres with a budget of $300 million. They...
Jun 19, 2023
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Parks and recreation bodies renew trans-Tasman partnership
Recreation Aotearoa and Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) have announced the renewal of their longstanding partnership through the signing of a new two-year Memorandum of...
Jun 13, 2023
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Parramatta Council reveals final plans for Epping’s $26 million pool upgrade
Sharing final designs for the new facility, the City of Parramatta Council has today advised that work on the $26.88 million upgrade of the historic Epping Aquatic Centre will...
Jun 12, 2023
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Discovery Parks Goolwa redevelopment delivers additional $6.5 million to local community
Following the G’day Group’s $22 million redevelopment of Discovery Parks – Goolwa a year ago, the coastal township is reaping the benefits having seen an additional $6.5 million...
Jun 8, 2023
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Wagga Wagga City Council planting trees to increase shade over 100 playgrounds
With the Cancer Council advising the minimum amount of shade over playgrounds should be 40%, and the ideal amount being 80% coverage, Wagga Wagga City Council is currently...
Jun 5, 2023
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Kororoit Creek Park among new regional parks planned for Melbourne’s outer suburbs
Plans for three new parks in Melbourne’s growing outer suburbs have been released which feature nature playscapes, picnic and barbecue areas, revitalised creeks, wetlands and...
Jun 1, 2023
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Seating and shade shelters installed for Benalla Skate Park
Seating and shade shelters have been installed in and around the Benalla Skate Park (located in north east Victoria) by Benalla Rural City Council with the assistance of local...
May 30, 2023
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City of Wodonga opens new Belvoir Park playground
The City of Wodonga has opened a new playground at Belvoir Park to the public offering two flying foxes and a 'ninja warrior' adventure obstacle course that has a smartphone app...
May 27, 2023
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Parkequip to host Inclusive Play Webinar
Leading play equipment and splash pad supplier Parkequip is to set to host a webinar on inclusive play space design. Being held at 10am on 31st May 2023, the webinar Innovation...
May 25, 2023
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ACT Government invites community input on urban open space management
The ACT Government has released a draft Urban Open Space Land Management Plan for community comment to help shape the future management of parks, sportsgrounds and other public...
May 25, 2023
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Ninja Parc Championship League aims to raise profile of ninja sport
Belgravia Group’s Ninja Parc is offering “budding ninjas” across Australia the opportunity to compete locally and nationally with the creation of a new Championship League. The...
May 23, 2023
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Destination Group launches new experiential and sustainable guest concept at Siam Adventure Club
Destination Group, the leading owner and operator of tourist resorts and attractions in Thailand, aims to enhance the family travel experience in Thailand – and across Asia –...
May 23, 2023
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Play equipment vandalised in Coffs Harbour
City of Coffs Harbour has advised that senseless vandalism of the West Coffs Reserve in Hart Close has destroyed children’s play equipment. Over the last several nights vandals...
May 21, 2023
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Des Renford Leisure Centre installing new splash park
Randwick City Council is transforming the Des Renford Leisure Centre’s current toddler pool area into a colourful new splash park with the transformation expected to be...
May 21, 2023
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SAPIA announces new code of practice for playgrounds for surfacing systems
The Sports and Play Industry Association (SAPIA) has launched a new edition of its Code of Practice for the Installation and Maintenance of Impact Attenuating Surfacing Systems...
May 18, 2023
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Park award recipients announced at New Zealand National Awards Ceremony
Recreation Aotearoa presented four awards last night at the annual New Zealand Parks Awards Ceremony in Wellington for Active Park of the Year, Healthy Park of the Year,...
May 10, 2023
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Fun Spot and Clip ‘n Climb market Saudi Arabia brand expansion at SEA 2023
Clip ‘n Climb’s 2023 signing of the SEVEN partnership in Saudi Arabia, is being followed up by Fun Spot and Clip ‘n Climb attending the Saudi Entertainment and Amusement Expo...
May 7, 2023
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Prepared for 'tough risks' in gyms and studios insurer Cornerstone exhibits at AUSFitness Expo
Despite challenges in the insurance market, Brisbane-based Cornerstone Risk Group was an exhibitor at the recent 2023 AUSFitness Expo, promoting its industry products and...
May 5, 2023
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Tenders open to maintain City of Casey's public open spaces
With a number of factors – including the impacts of COVID-19, challenges in recruitment and retention of staff, supply chain issues and economic conditions, having impeded some...
May 4, 2023
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