News: Play
World Leisure Day to be celebrated on 16th April
Aiming to reinforce the role of leisure at the centre of the society, the World Leisure Organization has announced that World Leisure Day 2023 will be celebrated all around the...
Mar 3, 2023
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New aquatic playground now open at Charters Towers
A new aquatic play facility that incorporates a splash pad with tipping bucket, water slides and various water jets and spray hoops, all under cover of giant shade sails has...
Mar 2, 2023
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Additional funding secures all-abilities nature play space for East Fremantle Oval
Redevelopment has begun of East Fremantle Oval which when completed will provide an integrated community and sporting precinct. A Lotterywest grant of $1.3 million towards an...
Mar 1, 2023
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New modern urban park opens in North Hobart
Swan Street Park has been transformed from an unloved corner of North Hobart into an inviting modern park that matches the urban groove of the North Hobart retail precinct with...
Mar 1, 2023
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Mangrove Cove all abilities nature play area unveiled in Bunbury
A new $2.39 million interactive nature playground with wheelchair accessibility has officially opened in Bunbury, situated in the South West region of Western Australia....
Feb 26, 2023
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Life Floor completes splash pad safety surface installations at Adelaide’s Waterworld and Leanyer Recreation Park in the Northern Territory
Leading aquatic surfacing manufacturer Life Floor has announced the completion of splash pad safety surface installations at the City of Tea Tree Gully’s Waterworld Aquatic...
Feb 20, 2023
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Community input integral to revamping of Avoca Beach playspace
Central Coast Council undertook community consultation on the revamping of the playspace at Ross Park, Avoca Beach which now offers a variety of active and dynamic play...
Feb 20, 2023
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New version of Moon Rocket play equipment to be included in Waverley Park upgrade
Waverley Council’s upgrade of Waverley Park will see the come-back of the Moon Rocket slippery dip with the park’s original 1960s moon rocket being replaced by a sleek new...
Feb 19, 2023
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Christchurch City Council seeks feedback on proposed Avon Park revamp
The Christchurch City Council is seeking feedback on its plans to turn Avon Park’s lower terrace into a naturalised wetland, upgrade the playground facilities, allow space for...
Feb 13, 2023
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Moduplay Group release latest Play Book
Aiming to help ‘bring play to the world’, NSW-based Moduplay has released the latest edition of its Play Book , a useful and educational for every playground designer or play...
Feb 13, 2023
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Sport New Zealand to support play through $4.3 million funding for local government
Sport New Zealand has today advised that it is investing $4.3 million into a project that will help councils across the nation highlight the value of play for youth and child...
Feb 9, 2023
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Upper Hutt City Council’s coordinated approach delivers another successful U-PLAY
The success of Upper Hutt City Council’s three-week-long summer holiday event, U-PLAY, was due to its coordinated approach and collaboration with sports and theatre...
Feb 9, 2023
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Construction commences on new skate park and pump track at Kariong Oval
Central Coast Council has advised that construction has commenced of the new skate park and pump track at Kariong Oval which is designed for a range of ages, abilities, and...
Feb 7, 2023
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Strathbogie Shire Council opens Nagambie Splash Park
Strathbogie Shire Council, located in the Hume region of Victoria, has today opened the Nagambie Splash Park. The $1 million splash park – situated in Buckley Park – includes a...
Feb 3, 2023
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Penrith City Council secures $152 million in funding for major greening, play, sport and recreation projects
Penrith City Council has secured $152 million in funding through the NSW Government’s $5 billion WestInvest program for eight successful greening, play, sport and recreation...
Feb 2, 2023
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BK’s Gymnastics launches new programs to broaden appeal of the sport
The national BK’s Gymnastics network is launching new programs, aimed at expanding the appeal of gymnastics to new markets. BK’s Gymnastics is transitioning to the new programs...
Jan 30, 2023
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New Chief Executive begins at Play Australia
Robyn Monro Miller has taken up the role of interim Chief Executive at Play Australia, filling the role formerly occupied by Barbara Champion - who stepped down in November last...
Jan 29, 2023
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City of Canterbury Bankstown opens new splash park
The City of Canterbury Bankstown has officially opened its new Greenacre Splash Park in the community’s Roberts Park. Opened by Canterbury Bankstown Mayor Khal Asfour and state...
Jan 23, 2023
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City of Playford upgrades equipment to help activate green spaces
The City of Playford, situated in Adelaide's northern suburbs, is continuing its focus on improving outdoor spaces and facilities. New and upgraded equipment has made its way...
Jan 22, 2023
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KidsTown adventure playground welcomes back visitors after floods
Greater Shepparton City Council advise that residents and visitors are once again able to enjoy the adventure playground KidsTown, with the facility reopening today after...
Jan 20, 2023
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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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Play It Forward initiative to launch in Liverpool
Liverpool Council is the first in South-Western Sydney to get on board with the Play It Forward initiative. Council has partnered with the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, local...
Jan 18, 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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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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