News: Play
New Standards Australia handbook provides guidelines for giant slides
Mindful of a rising number of injuries resulting from the use of giant slides in playgrounds, Standards Australia has released a new handbook with guidance that includes...
Feb 17, 2025
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Alpine Shire Council counts down to opening of Myrtleford Splash Park
The highly anticipated Myrtleford Splash Park is now on track for completion with the project set to Open to the community by late April. Commenting on progress of the...
Feb 17, 2025
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Dubai Municipality’s parks, facilities attract over 30 million visits through 2024
The Dubai Municipality has announced that its parks and recreational facilities welcomed over 31 million visitors in 2024, a 7% increase compared to 2023. The growth reflects...
Feb 13, 2025
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Greater Sydney and Central Coast councils invited to apply for green space funding
Greater Sydney and Central Coast councils are invited to apply for a share of $4 million in grants via the Metropolitan Greenspace Program 2024-25 to build more parks,...
Feb 12, 2025
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Strong exhibitor demand for FSB 2025
With just under nine months before the International Trade Fair for Public Space, Sports and Leisure Facilities opens in Cologne from 28th to 31st October, FSB is reporting a...
Feb 10, 2025
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Western Australia’s innovative outdoor experiences secure funding
Funding from the Western Australian Government will provide 15 local community organisations the opportunity to deliver an array of innovative outdoor recreation activities...
Feb 3, 2025
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Baw Baw primary school to transform into new community recreational asset
Baw Baw Shire Council is transitioning the former Yarragon Primary School site into a brand-new community asset. The $1.77 million project is a joint venture between Council and...
Feb 2, 2025
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Ninja assault course among Ballajura Intergenerational Playspace offerings
Perth’s City of Swan has advised that the new $6.5 million Ballajura Intergenerational Playspace – Weitj Park on Oxleigh Drive has officially opened with offerings including an...
Feb 1, 2025
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Ninja Parc opens new ACT facility
Ninja Parc has today held the grand opening of its latest location in the Canberra suburb of Fyshwick. Bringing the nation's capital its first-ever indoor childrens’ play centre...
Jan 30, 2025
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Brisbane City Council approaches final stretch of shade sail rollout
With the intention to protect the city’s youngest residents from the heat and sun, Brisbane City Council is on the final stretch of its three-year accelerated program to install...
Jan 29, 2025
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Work commences on new Alice Springs skate and play park
The Northern Territory’s much-anticipated Regional Skate and Play Precinct at Newland Park has officially broken ground, marking a major milestone in a game-changing project for...
Jan 28, 2025
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Cumberland City Council advises of upgrades at multiple playgrounds
With an aim to help families connect, play and stay active, Cumberland City Council has advised of a series of upgrades to playground and recreational spaces across its local...
Jan 15, 2025
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Broome’s Cable Beach redevelopment receives $9 million boost
Broome’s Cable Beach Foreshore Redevelopment has secured an additional $9 million in funding for the next stage of work to transform the foreshore into a globally recognised...
Jan 13, 2025
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Construction commences on Perth's newest beach and first ocean pool
Works have commenced on Perth's newest family-friendly beach and 50-metre coastal pool, marking an important step in the delivery of the $272.3 million transformation of the new...
Dec 22, 2024
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New waterplay and ninja warrior course launched at Brickpit Park
Hornsby Shire Council has unveiled its newly upgraded playground at the popular Brickpit Park in Thornleigh, featuring Council’s first junior ninja warrior course, a junior...
Dec 18, 2024
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Playground and butterfly garden among offerings of newly opened West Beach Parks precinct
The new $2.9 million public square at West Beach Parks has been opened by the South Australian Government just in time for the summer school holidays. ‘The Square at West Beach...
Dec 16, 2024
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City of Fremantle welcomes $3.75 million for Hilton Park revitalisation
The City of Fremantle has welcomed a $3.75 investment by the Australian Government in the Hilton Park precinct project. The funding will go towards stage one of renewal works in...
Dec 15, 2024
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New pavilion and water play equipment among offerings at Penrith’s Regatta Park
Penrith City Council has advised that the new undercover pavilion and water play equipment at Regatta Park opens today. The 112-metre-long pavilion is the final stage in the...
Dec 12, 2024
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Life Floor receives Certified Autism Resource accreditation from IBCCES
Life Floor has announced that its products are now accredited by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards as a Certified Autism Resource. The...
Dec 9, 2024
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GameOn entertainment destination opens its largest indoor venue at Melawati Mall in Kuala Lumpur
Founded by Lilian Chan and Leroy Lee, GameOn, Malaysia’s premier indoor entertainment destination, offering a dynamic mix of interactive attractions and sports-based experiences...
Dec 9, 2024
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Monash University’s new AllPlay Dance program supports wellbeing of disabled children
Monash University’s new AllPlay Dance initiative is driving the development of inclusive dance programs and supporting the wellbeing of children in Australia and China living...
Dec 8, 2024
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Recreation Aotearoa award recognises industry achievements
Recreation Aotearoa's recently presented Outdoors and Recreation Awards 2024 have celebrated the people, places. programmes and projects that are enhancing people's wellbeing....
Dec 8, 2024
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Victorian schools receive grants to help children stay healthy and active
The Victorian Government is helping more children stay healthy and active with an additional 100 schools to receive a $30,000 Active Schools Grant as part of the Active Schools...
Dec 3, 2024
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Y Australia confirms Alexandra Ash as Chief Executive
Following its 107th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Saturday 23rd November, The Y Australia has announced its newly appointed Directors while also confirming Alexandra Ash...
Nov 29, 2024
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