News: Play
Crayola Experience looks to develop its immersive attraction internationally
Children’s creativity brand - Crayola LLC - has announced it is actively seeking partners globally to license and develop new iterations of its location-based entertainment...
Nov 21, 2021
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Swimplex Aquatics stays busy despite the challenges of the last 20 months
While much of the world may have slowed its working pace during the Coronavirus pandemic, Swimplex Aquatics have been busy working on a range of exciting projects across...
Nov 11, 2021
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Fitness Australia questions NSW Government’s ongoing restrictions on group exercise
With the NSW Government announcing further relaxations in COVID restrictions over the past week, Fitness Australia Chief Executive, Barrie Elvish has welcomed the easing,...
Nov 8, 2021
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Wollongong Council opens its first Mountain Bike park
Wollongong Council’s first Mountain Bike park has opened with Cringila Hills Recreation Park offering riders new purpose-built trails, with almost 12 kms of trails to explore....
Nov 4, 2021
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Major upgrades commence on Katoomba outdoor pool facility
Major upgrades have commenced to the outdoor pools at Katoomba Sports and Aquatic Centre to transform the facility into a modern, accessible outdoor space for locals and...
Oct 31, 2021
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Bendigo’s Ewing Park Recreation Precinct to include bouldering walls, skate park and cycling trail
A partnership between The City of Greater Bendigo and the Victorian Government will see construction commence of a $3.37 million stage 2 major redevelopment of the Ewing Park...
Oct 26, 2021
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The Trail Collective unveils concept designs for Clare Bike Park
Adelaide-based The Trail Collective - which specialises in BMX Trail design, construction and planning - has revealed the final concept designs for the Clare Bike Park in South...
Oct 20, 2021
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Parks and Leisure Australia (WA) looks for consultant to deliver Leisure and Recreation Planners Course
Parks and Leisure Australia (WA) has advised that it is seeking the services of a suitably qualified and experienced Consultant to develop a course curriculum and syllabus for...
Oct 15, 2021
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New $12 million City Park approved for Penrith
The ongoing revitalisation of the Penrith City Centre has been given another boost following Council having secured approval for their Development Application to build a new $12...
Oct 14, 2021
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Kiama Council undertaking a $3 million upgrade to Hindmarsh Park
Grant funding from the NSW Government’s NSW Public Spaces Legacy Program is allowing Kiama Council the opportunity to undertake a $3 million upgrade to Hindmarsh Park. The...
Oct 12, 2021
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Tender awarded for design and build of new Koo Wee Rup skate park in Victoria
The tender to design and build the new Koo Wee Rup skate park (located 63 km south-east of Melbourne's CBD), has been awarded by Cardinia Shire Council to Baseplate and Grind...
Oct 11, 2021
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106 Architects joins Sports and Play Industry Association
The Sports and Play Industry Association (SAPIA) has advised that 106 Architects (Studio106 Architecture Pty Ltd) has become a member in its Professional Services Division. 106...
Oct 10, 2021
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Shoalhaven Council delivers more pedestrian oriented areas and upgrades playgrounds
Shoalhaven City Council has recently reopened Tilbury Reserve at Culburra Beach following completion of the playground equipment and has advised that Council will also be...
Oct 7, 2021
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NZReps highlights the benefits of exercise for children these school holidays
With the NZ Ministry of Health reporting that 31% of children aged two-14 years are overweight, the New Zealand Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) has highlighted that...
Sep 27, 2021
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Rockhampton Council announces transformation of wet play area at Southside Memorial Pools
With the weather warming up, Rockhampton Regional Council has unveiled a transformation of the wet play area at its Southside Memorial Pool. Advising that the reopening will be...
Sep 27, 2021
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Sydney’s green spaces to be enhanced through $4 million funding
Twelve local government areas across Sydney will share in $4 million funding from the Metropolitan Greenspace Program allowing for improved public outdoor spaces. NSW Planning...
Sep 26, 2021
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Playscape Creations awarded tender to instal new Aqua Adventure Playground in Hervey Bay
Fraser Coast Regional Council has awarded Playscape Creations the tender to instal a ninja warrior style Aqua Adventure Playground at Hervey Bay’s WetSide Water Park. WetSide’s...
Sep 23, 2021
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New playspace at Stamford Park designed to co-exist with wetlands
An adventure play precinct built as part of the redevelopment of Stamford Park Parklands – an expansion of the Melbourne Water wetlands – has been sensitively designed to...
Sep 23, 2021
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KOMPAN Australia names new Managing Director
Industry-leading playground and outdoor fitness equipment manufacture KOMPAN has announced the appointment of Justin Edwards as its new Managing Director for Australia. Regarded...
Sep 21, 2021
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Sydney’s Northern Beaches plan for crowd management as COVID restrictions ease
With COVID restrictions anticipated to be easing in the coming months, Northern Beaches Council has released a plan to manage crowds and maximise public safety in public open...
Sep 21, 2021
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City of Canterbury Bankstown reveals concept design for leisure and aquatic centre redevelopment
The City of Canterbury Bankstown in inner western Sydney has shared concept designs for the redevelopment of the Canterbury Leisure and Aquatic Centre. The design by Williams...
Sep 15, 2021
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Randwick Council continues to offer pop-up pedal parks
Randwick Council’s popular temporary pedal parks at Clovelly Beach car park and Chifley Sports Reserve car park installed at the start of June this year will remain in place...
Sep 13, 2021
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Dubai's largest indoor childrens’ play area now open
Dubai's newest and largest indoor childrens’ play area - Ready Set Go - has opened in the locality of Al Quoz. With balance beams, tunnels and soft play zones based on a jungle...
Sep 12, 2021
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Mindbody recognises 'We Rock The Spectrum Kid's Gym'
Leading activity sector technology platform, Mindbody is pleased to recognise the inclusive We Rock The Spectrum Kid's Gym for the company’s dedication to Mindbody’s core values...
Sep 9, 2021
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