News: Recreation
Latest ASC AusPlay survey reveals Australians are redefining the way they get active
According to the Australian Sports Commission’s (ASC) latest national AusPlay survey, sport is moving beyond the club to parks, pavements and backyards with sporting...
May 29, 2025
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Recreation
Australian Ski Areas Association to rebrand as Snow Resorts Australia
After more than four decades operating under its current identity, the Australian Ski Areas Association (ASAA) Board has approved a new name and identity for the organisation -...
May 29, 2025
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Aquamoves Shepparton introduces two-day Swim Instructor Course
Greater Shepparton City Council is encouraging locals to consider a career in swim teaching, with its Aquamoves facility offering a fast-tracked opportunity to become a...
May 29, 2025
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Tickets on sale for AUSactive National Awards Gala
AUSactive has advised that tickets for the AUSactive National Awards Gala - “the most anticipated celebration on the health and fitness industry calendar” - are on sale, with...
May 29, 2025
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PlayCo announced as 2025 IPA Asia Pacific Play Conference partner
The organisers of the upcoming IPA Asia Pacific Play Conference 2025 have advised that PlayCo will be a supporter of the event. PlayCo is known for offering the most extensive...
May 29, 2025
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Parks
Sport NSW announces 2025 Community Sport Award finalists
Recognising the outstanding achievements and contributions of individuals, clubs and organisations to community sport across NSW, Sport NSW has announced the finalists for the...
May 29, 2025
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Recreation
Research shows impact of women-only running groups on Qatari activity participation
Newly released research undertaken by Qatar’s Hamad Bin Khalifa University’s (HBKU) College of Science and Engineering (CSE) has revealed that women-only running groups are...
May 29, 2025
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Cycling tourism spotlighted to coincide with World Bicycle Day
With cycling tourism gaining global momentum and to mark World Bicycle Day on 3rd June, digital travel platform Agoda is spotlighting five cycling destinations across Asia. From...
May 27, 2025
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Wellness
Cricket Victoria and AFL Victoria announce facility agreement renewal
Cricket Victoria and AFL Victoria, in partnership with the Victorian Government, have reaffirmed their commitment to community sports by renewing the Division of Seasons...
May 27, 2025
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Venues
Opening of new Charlotte Pass chair life delayed until winter 2026
A long-awaited $3 million infrastructure upgrade at Australia’s highest-situated ski resort will not now open until 2026 as a result of regulatory delays. Charlotte Pass Snow...
May 26, 2025
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Snowsport
City Venue Management appointed to operate additional City of Logan aquatic centres
Logan City Council has appointed City Venue Management (CVM) to operate additional aquatic and recreational facilities on behalf of Council effective 1st July. CVM has already...
May 26, 2025
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Christchurch City Council recruiting for Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre
With construction of Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre anticipated to be completed late 2025, Christchurch City Council is recruiting for lifeguards, customer experience...
May 26, 2025
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Sunshine Coast Council enhances appeal of La Balsa Park playgrounds
Sunshine Coast Council has delivered playground upgrades worth approximately $380,000 to two of La Balsa Park’s playgrounds and they’re now open for the community to enjoy. La...
May 26, 2025
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Parks
Blacktown City Council opens construction tender for $600 million infrastructure program
Blacktown City Council has opened a formal Request for Tender (RFT) to establish a panel of qualified contractors to help deliver more than $600 million in transformative...
May 26, 2025
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Improved signage and warning systems among shark mitigation measures implemented for South Australia
Aiming to reduce the risk and impact of shark interactions along South Australia's coastline, a number of localised shark mitigation measures have been delivered via a...
May 25, 2025
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Environment
Fremantle community invited to inform on positive ageing
The City of Fremantle is looking to identify and understand the needs and aspirations of senior community members to inform the 2025-30 Age Friendly Plan. The purpose of the...
May 25, 2025
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Fitness
Taroona Bowls and Community Club secures funding for new synthetic green
The Tasmanian Government’s 2025-26 Budget has allocated funding for a new synthetic green and associated facilities for the Taroona Bowls and Community Club, located in southern...
May 25, 2025
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Surfaces
Bruthen Outdoor Gear business supported in transition to tourism operator
East Gippsland business, Bruthen Outdoor Gear, has secured a $50,000 grant to help build new headquarters to enable the business to transition from an equipment hire business to...
May 24, 2025
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Recreation Aotearoa honours open space management and provision at 2025 Parks Awards
Recreation Aotearoa has advised that a record crowd has gathered in Auckland for its annual Parks Awards, a celebration of the people, places, and spaces shaping New Zealand’s...
May 21, 2025
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Parks
Improved active transport infrastructure planned for NSW to enhance community fitness
The NSW Government is improving active transport infrastructure across the state, with more than 50 construction-ready projects funded and to be delivered by local councils. The...
May 21, 2025
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Livingstone Shire Council names new aquatic centre after local sporting identity
Livingstone Shire Council has endorsed the naming of its new Cooee Bay Aquatic Centre after a local sporting pioneer. A motion at the Council’s most recent meeting, submitted by...
May 21, 2025
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Padel Australia partnership aims to drive female participation
Padel Australia has announced a collaboration with Empower Padel, the global community for female padel players, to deliver three new events aimed at increasing female...
May 21, 2025
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Sunshine Coast Council spotlights actions to protect coastline and communities
Sunshine Coast Council has advised that construction is soon to commence on a vital project to protect a popular foreshore and to make enhance beach access for everyone to enjoy...
May 21, 2025
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Environment
Scuba Diver safety claims resurface with Perth Diving Academy facing new allegations
A Perth-based dive company already under investigation for allegedly leaving two scuba divers stranded at sea is facing fresh allegations, as other divers and witnesses come...
May 20, 2025
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