News: Play
PlaySport announced as Platinum Sponsor for 2019 National Sports Convention
PlaySport, Australia’s largest online sporting platform has been announced as the Platinum Sponsor for the 2019 National Sports Convention, being held at the Melbourne...
Jun 13, 2019
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New community aquatic playground opens in Singapore
A free community aquatic playground, Oasis Waterpark @ Nee Soon East. has opened for children in Yishun in the north of Singapore. Launched this week by Nee Soon GRC MP Louis...
Jun 13, 2019
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NSW Government makes $19 million budget commitment to enhance green space
In an aim to provide residents across Sydney with access to new playgrounds, walking trails, and cycleways, the NSW Government has announced $19 million in funding to transform...
Jun 10, 2019
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Recreation Aotearoa welcomes increased funding for sport and physical activity
Recreation Aotearoa has applauded the New Zealand Government's new budget saying the decision to allocate more on sport and recreation is welcome recognition for the role it...
May 31, 2019
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Taiwan Hotel partners with Cartoon Network to theme recreation facilities
Taiwan’s Hotel Cozzi Ximen Tainan, a Cathay Hospitality Management property, has partnered with global entertainment brand Cartoon Network to theme its indoor recreation areas...
May 30, 2019
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Mackay’s historic Queens Park to be revitalised after impact of cyclone Debbie
An $8.86 million legacy upgrade of Mackay’s historic Queens Park is now underway as part of Severe Tropical Cyclone Debbie recovery efforts to revitalise this key recreational...
May 20, 2019
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New World Leisure program aims to build a global excellence network
Aiming to building a global excellence network, the World Leisure Organisation is to recognise communities around the world which foster its mission to promote leisure “as...
May 9, 2019
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Waterplay Solutions Corp takes a lead in aquatic play and waterpark research
Joint research being undertaken by Beverlie Dietze, Director of Learning and Applied Research at Okanagan College in British Columbia and Waterplay Solutions Corp. is exploring...
May 8, 2019
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Hamilton’s Hare Puke Park playground named New Zealand’s best
Hamilton’s Hare Puke Park playground has been named Playground of the Year at the Recreation Aotearoa Green Pavlova 2019 parks sector conference held in Auckland last week. The...
May 8, 2019
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City of Newcastle opens $2 million playground and skate park
City of Newcastle has opened a $2 million playground and skate park on the Stockton foreshore. The facility runs in two parallel lengths of around 40 metres, with the skate park...
Apr 28, 2019
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City of Perth seeks community input into inter-generational playground design
Residents and community groups are being asked by the City of Perth to provide input for the final design of the inter-generational playground, as part of the redevelopment of...
Apr 15, 2019
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Upgrades commence on Blacktown playgrounds
Blacktown City Council’s program to upgrade seven playgrounds in parks and reserves across the City is now underway. The program will see nearly $900,000 of playground...
Apr 10, 2019
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Brighton Oval redevelopment gains approval
The first stage of South Australia's $13.7 million Brighton Oval redevelopment was approved yesterday by City of Holdfast Bay. The redevelopment is funded by the Federal...
Apr 10, 2019
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Community-led urban development recognised at New Zealand planning awards
The New Zealand Planning Institute (NZPI) has recognised Christchurch City Council’s community-led revitalisation initiatives at its annual awards. Presented at the weekend, the...
Apr 7, 2019
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Upgrades announced for Darwin playgrounds
Six Darwin playgrounds are to receive upgrades over the next six weeks, with the installation of new play equipment and shade structures costing nearly $500,000. Darwin has more...
Apr 3, 2019
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New waterslide enhances popularity of West Wyalong pool
A new waterslide at the Holland Park Pool in West Wyalong in the Central West region of NSW has proved a popular attraction during the summer months. Installed by Australian...
Apr 3, 2019
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Futura Form launches golf-themed playgrounds
Futura Form Composites, a company working under the Polin Group in the themed entertainment industry, has launched a range of golf-themed playgrounds for children adding to its...
Mar 27, 2019
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Inclusive playground and splash pad opened at Ollie Webb Reserve in Parramatta
A newly opened inclusive play space located at Parramatta Park’s The Gardens Precinct in Western Sydney is being seen as benchmark for the Everyone Can Play initiative. The $1.8...
Mar 26, 2019
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Funding secured for Adelaide inclusive play space commemorating Quentin Kenihan
The South Australian Government will provide $1 million to the City of Adelaide to build an inclusive play space commemorating the legacy of disability advocate, actor and film...
Mar 24, 2019
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Thousands put new Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre to the test
In the week since its official opening, thousands of City of Armadale residents have put the new Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre to the test. The Community Open Day on...
Mar 22, 2019
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Merger of Bendigo YMCAs will enhance local services
Two of the oldest YMCA associations in Victoria, Bendigo Regional YMCA and YMCA Victoria, have announced their intention to merge bringing more resources, skills and experience...
Mar 20, 2019
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Aflex Technology provides massive inflatable for Big Tahuna Ocean Swim Series
Nelson-based inflatable play specialists Aflex Technology have shared how the latest event in the popular Big Tahuna Ocean Swim Series made use of one of their innovative...
Mar 10, 2019
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New Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre set for 11th March opening
The new Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre (AFAC) is set to open its doors to the public on Monday 11th March – with the south eastern Perth community expected to make the most...
Mar 6, 2019
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Merlin Entertainments' Victorian attractions reveal school holiday activity plans
Victorian attractions SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and Otway Fly Treetop Adventures are planning a number of activities for the April school holidays....
Mar 6, 2019
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