News: Play
Smoking Ban introduced in ACT playgrounds
The ACT Government has banned smoking in playgrounds and play spaces in the ACT with the lighting up of a tobacco or e-cigarette prohibited within 10 metres of play equipment,...
Sep 30, 2016
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Auckland Council developing New Zealand's first hybrid sports field
Auckland Council is currently installing the first hybrid sports field in New Zealand at the city’s Nixon Park. The installation is part of a three-year, $30 million Council...
Sep 28, 2016
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$15 million funding for parks in Sydney's inner west
The Inner West Council has allocated $15 million in its 2016/17 budget to improve local parks. Formed by the forced amalgamations of the former Ashfield, Leichhardt and...
Sep 26, 2016
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Vortex International named in PROFIT 500 List for second Consecutive Year
Global aquatic play solutions leader, Vortex Aquatic Structures International, has been included in Canada’s PROFIT 500 list for the second year running. Ranking Canada’s...
Sep 21, 2016
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SAPIA awards sport and play construction excellence
At its National Conference held at Sydney’s Q Station on 9th September, the Sports and Play Industry Association (SAPIA) recognised its members’ achievements during the past...
Sep 19, 2016
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Aflex inflatables unveils new website
Australasia’s leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of aquatic inflatables, Aflex Technology, have recently launched their new website. With a history of over 23 years...
Sep 7, 2016
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Ceremony marks the creation of first children’s wild play garden in NSW
Works on NSW’s highly anticipated and newest nature play experience for children, The Ian Potter Children’s Wild Play Garden, have commenced in Sydney’s Centennial Park. After...
Aug 24, 2016
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Mapei Australia to sponsor Sports and Play Industry Association conference
The Sports and Play Industry Association (SAPIA) has announced that Mapei Australia will be sponsoring their National Conference at the historic Q Station on the northern shores...
Aug 16, 2016
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Construction of Australia’s first LEGO Store begins at Dreamworld
Construction of Australia’s first LEGO®Store at Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld has begun, with the store set to open this November. The flagship store will be the largest...
Aug 16, 2016
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With cogeneration plant installed, new Manly aquatic facility opens to the public
Two months after its official opening, the Manly Andrew ‘Boy’ Charlton Aquatic Centre will be opening its new pools to the public with a free community open day tomorrow...
Aug 11, 2016
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Still no reopening date for troubled Elizabeth Quay aquatic playground
While work to upgrade filtration systems at the troubled Elizabeth Quay water park in Perth has been completed, no date has been set for the reopening of the $13 million...
Aug 10, 2016
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Fairfield City Council announces Aquatopia brand for new aquatic playground
Fairfield City Council has announced that its new aquatic playground, located next to the Prairiewood Leisure Centre, will be known as Aquatopia. With the Council having worked...
Aug 1, 2016
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31st July set for a major celebration of parks and the environment
Sunday 31st July is set to be a major day for parks and the environment – with the day marking World Ranger Day and Australia’s National Tree Day. World Ranger Day is celebrated...
Jul 25, 2016
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New Zealand agent appointed for Australian Waterslides and Leisure products
Leading waterpark and aquatic leisure supplier Australian Waterslides & Leisure has announced that Simon Robb from Timaru-based Industrial Fibreglass Solutions (IFS) has been...
Jul 21, 2016
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City Care to look after Waikato District Council’s open spaces
The Waikato District Council has awarded its Open Spaces maintenance contract to City Care Limited, with the Christchurch-based now in preparation mode for a start date of 1st...
Jul 17, 2016
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Livingstone Shire Council foreshore redevelopment to revitalise Yeppoon
Livingstone Shire Council’s proposed Yeppoon Foreshore Masterplan has been recognised by the Queensland Government as having the potential to be a key regional tourism asset...
Jul 15, 2016
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City of Brimbank installs innovative The EDGE climbing feature
The City of Brimbank’s recently installed innovative new playground climbing/bouldering feature has been a huge success with local children and students from the adjacent...
Jul 14, 2016
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New Ready Steady Go Kids franchisee commences operation in Albury
A new Ready Steady Go Kids franchise has began operating children’s activity classes in the NSW city of Albury. Prior of becoming a Ready Steady Go Kids franchisee, Janice...
Jul 7, 2016
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PLA 2016 Conference program offers 'a Tool Kit for Change'
Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) has announced the program for its 20th National Conference, being held in Adelaide from 23rd to 25th October. The industry body for recreation...
Jul 7, 2016
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Proludic Flourishes at Good Design Awards
Outdoor playground equipment company Proludic has been recognised with the presentation of a Good Design Award for their Inclusive Play Areas Guide, a Good Design Selection...
Jul 6, 2016
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Yeppoon water play area wins tourism excellence award
Yeppoon’s Keppel Kraken Water Play Area has been named the best in Queensland, after taking out top place in the Tourism Award of Excellence category at the 2016 Queensland...
Jun 26, 2016
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Greater Shepparton initiative wins top honour at inaugural Sport, Recreation & Play Industry Awards
Greater Shepparton City Council’s Sporting Chance community grant scheme has been recognised as the Overall Winner at the inaugural Australian Sport, Recreation and Play...
Jun 24, 2016
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Belgravia Leisure wins Waikato District Council aquatic and recreation management contracts
Contract managers Belgravia Leisure NZ has been appointed by Waikato District Council to operate its aquatic and recreation facilities located in Huntly, Tuakau and Ngaruawahia....
Jun 23, 2016
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Sports and Play Industry Association gets industry launch at National Sports Convention
Australia’s peak body for sports construction, the Sports Contractors Association, has launched a new brand and emphasis at the 2016 National Sports Convention. To now be known...
Jun 23, 2016
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