News: Play
Lions Park among several inclusive Destination Parks planned for the Parkes Shire
Lions Park, the first of several Destination Parks planned for the Parkes Shire, will feature new play equipment including flying foxes, climbing towers, trampolines and a...
Apr 30, 2023
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City of Logan approves new splashpad at Logan North Aquatic Centre
The City of Logan has approved the addition of a new splashpad at Logan North Aquatic Centre enabling the community’s youngest residents to join in the aquatic fun. The...
Apr 26, 2023
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Construction commences on Perth Zoo’s $3.8 million accessible playground
Construction has commenced on Perth Zoo’s $3.8 million all-ages, nature-based playground, marking a milestone for the Zoo's Master Plan 2040. The playground is set to become a...
Apr 25, 2023
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Lotterywest funding helps secure delivery of Rockingham’s Baldivis Outdoor Recreation Space
A Lotterywest grant of $1 million will assist in the delivery of the City of Rockingham’s Baldivis Outdoor Recreation Space - a key part of the next phase of works at the...
Apr 24, 2023
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Funding boost for Ballarat’s Eureka Stockade Gardens
The Federal Government is delivering a funding boost of $96,000 to support the future of the National Heritage-listed Ballarat’s Eureka Stockade Gardens. The funding will help...
Apr 24, 2023
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Parks and Leisure Australia partners with World Urban Parks to present International Congress on Sustainable Places, Spaces, People and Habitats
Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) is this year partners with World Urban Parks to expand its annual conference as the Joint International Congress on Sustainable Places, Spaces,...
Apr 21, 2023
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ACT Government releases new designs for playground upgrades across the city
Following community feedback on the preliminary designs in 2022, the ACT Government has now released new designs for playground upgrades across the city offering more nature...
Apr 20, 2023
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City of Newcastle opens five new playgrounds
City of Newcastle’s ongoing investment in recreational spaces has seen five new local playgrounds officially open. With a total investment of $750,000 across the five...
Apr 19, 2023
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Plans approved to improve play and recreational facilities at Christchurch’s Avon Park
Christchurch City Council has advised that the Waitai Coastal-Burwood-Linwood Community Board has approved plans for the redevelopment of existing facilities on the upper...
Apr 17, 2023
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Community contributes to final design of Rockhampton’s new Mount Morgan aquatic centre
Rockhampton Regional Council advised that a community information session held in November 2022 provided key feedback to help determine the final design of the new Mount Morgan...
Apr 16, 2023
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Sport NZ partners with Variety NZ to invest additional $5.5 million to support families in financial hardship
Sport NZ, in partnership with Variety NZ – the Children’s Charity, is investing a further $5.5 million into the Active Me – Kia Tū fund. The fund helps families (whānau) by...
Apr 16, 2023
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Themed and inclusive playgrounds for Tamworth region
Tamworth Regional Council has advised that new playgrounds are being installed at Viaduct Park, Moore Creek and the Tamworth Sports Dome with all three projects commencing in...
Apr 13, 2023
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Sunshine Coast Council opens new ‘forest adventure’ park area
Sunshine Coast Council has opened an innovative new play space and park featuring a tree-top tower along with shaded areas where students and families can relax in comfort ....
Apr 3, 2023
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City of Logan ensures park facilities are functional, innovative, safe and family friendly
With Logan being home to more than 940 parks and reserves, Logan City Council is more than six months into a major drive to ensure the new and upgraded facilities of 17...
Apr 2, 2023
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Shoalhaven’s Boongaree skate park adds to community recreation precinct
Shoalhaven’s newest skate park and pump track will officially open on Friday 14th April at Boongaree, Berry with the new and improved facilities being the latest addition to the...
Mar 30, 2023
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Tuncurry water playground construction underway
Midcoast Council has advised that construction of the new water playground in Tuncurry, located in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, is well underway with bulk...
Mar 30, 2023
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Abilities Unlimited Australia funds new bike trail in Canberra
Abilities Unlimited Australia have funded a new bike trail in Evatt, a suburb in the Belconnen district of Canberra, which offers features suitable for all abilities to practice...
Mar 26, 2023
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VicHealth’s JumpStart! initiative supports Life Saving Victoria aquatic safety program
VicHealth’s JumpStart! Initiative is delivered in partnership with community groups and organisations across the state to give 180 local ideas a JumpStart! in creating vibrant,...
Mar 20, 2023
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Sport New Zealand announces new governance entity Te Taumata Māori
Sport New Zealand has today announced the inaugural membership of Te Taumata Māori - an entity that will provide leadership for both Sport NZ Ihi Aotearoa and High Performance...
Mar 16, 2023
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Ninja Parc launches three new site options for franchisees
Ninja Parc is restructuring its franchise site models with the launch of three new distinct indoor obstacle course offerings aimed at reaching an even wider demographic along...
Mar 15, 2023
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New Botanic Gardens playground and improved zoo access for Rockhampton
The redeveloped playground at Rockhampton Botanic Gardens has officially opened with Rockhampton Regional Council also advising that access to the Zoo will be improved with an...
Mar 15, 2023
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Entries invited for 2023 Australian Sport Recreation and Play Innovation Awards
Returning in July, the National Sports and Physical Activity Convention will again be hosting the Australian Sport, Recreation and Play Industry Innovation Awards – with entries...
Mar 14, 2023
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New Recreation Aotearoa Chief Executive set to start
Recreation Aotearoa’s recently appointed Chief Executive Sarah Murray will step into here new role as of Monday 13th March, replacing former postholder Andrew Leslie. A previous...
Mar 9, 2023
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Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan among Western Sydney parklands to be transformed
The NSW Government’s WestInvest program will deliver $203.7 million for the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan Master Plan to create a new lakes picnic precinct, build...
Mar 6, 2023
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