News: Recreation
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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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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Australian Sports Commission to develop national sport infrastructure plan
With a goal to make sporting facilities across the country “more welcoming, accessible and inclusive”, the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has today announced that it is to...
May 19, 2025
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Life Saving Victoria calls for industry-wide action to address violence in aquatic facilities
Growing instances of violence at aquatic and recreation facilities has prompted Life Saving Victoria (LSV) to undertake a comprehensive Risk Treatment Plan to address this...
May 19, 2025
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Additional extension granted for South Australia’s Aerial Shark Patrols
Fixed wing shark patrols of South Australia's beaches were due to end next weekend, on Sunday 25th May, however unseasonably warm weather and an increase in shark sightings at...
May 19, 2025
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Climate impact and power of AI among program highlights for 2025 Outdoor Industry Summit
The highly anticipated 2025 Outdoor Industry Summit, taking place in Canberra from 8th –11th July 2025 will deliver a bold program that brings together national leaders,...
May 19, 2025
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Sensory Garden renamed after Hills Shire volunteer
The Hills Shire Council has advised that a sensory garden at Balcombe Heights Estate in Baulkham Hills has been officially renamed The Connie Anne Keith Sensory Garden. The...
May 19, 2025
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NSC 2025 to explain how Australia leads in sports surface innovation
As urban density increases across Australia, the sports and recreation sector is embracing cutting-edge innovations in synthetic, natural, acrylic and hybrid sports surfaces to...
May 18, 2025
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Preliminary concept plan released for Tasmania’s Freycinet National Park Visitor Gateway project
A preliminary site concept plan has been released for a new visitor gateway to Tasmania’s Freycinet National Park with the plan having been developed with extensive input from...
May 18, 2025
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Outdoors NSW & ACT calls for urgent government intervention following TAFE NSW decision to remove roping qualifications
While TAFE NSW’s Strategic Plan (2022–2025) clearly outlines its obligation to align training with skills demand and to collaborate with industry, its decision to permanently...
May 18, 2025
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Victorian Government releases community sports infrastructure report
A new report from the Victorian Government has outlined the impacts of more than 330 community sports projects that it has completed over the past two years. The Community...
May 18, 2025
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Penrith City Council continues to prioritise play
Penrith City Council has completed replacing the old playspaces in Dorothy Radford Reserve, St Clair and Henry Brigden Park with modern playspaces featuring new equipment for...
May 18, 2025
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Vale: Frances Crampton
Australasian Leisure Management is saddened to learn of the death of Frances Crampton AM, a respected sporting leader, advocate and mentor, who championed the values of respect,...
May 16, 2025
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Conservationists call for critical investment in Victoria’s Parks to ensure their endurance
On the 50th anniversary of Victoria's landmark National Parks Act, conservationists are urging the Victorian Government to deliver critical funding for the state's protected...
May 16, 2025
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$6.5 million youth recreation space opens in Perth's southeast
A $6.5 million undercover youth recreational space and skate plaza has opened at Sutherlands Park in Huntingdale in Perth's southeast. Splashed in vibrant colours, the Youth...
May 15, 2025
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Northern Territory Defence and Parks collaborate to reopen Nitmiluk walks
Northern Territory Parks and Wildlife has collaborated with personnel from RAAF Base Tindal, volunteering their time to prepare renowned Nitmiluk walks for reopening this Dry...
May 14, 2025
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Shoalhaven community invited to offer input on parks, pools and playgrounds
Shoalhaven City Council’s Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan is one of Council’s biggest strategies and is now under review. With more than 600 open space and community...
May 14, 2025
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City Venue Management takes on operations at Townsville's Tobruk Memorial Baths
Townsville's Tobruk Memorial Baths will enter a new era as City Venue Management (CVM) takes over operations from long-time lessee Luc Senent on 1st July. Senent, a well known...
May 13, 2025
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Alice Springs Town Council opens parks and playgrounds plan for consultation
Alice Springs Town Council is releasing its new Parks and Playgrounds Implementation Plan for consultation, inviting the community to help shape the future of local parks. The...
May 13, 2025
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ExerciseNZ opens entries for 2025 New Zealand Exercise Industry Awards
The Exercise Association of New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) is inviting applications for its 2025 New Zealand Exercise Industry Awards. The annual Awards are designed to recognise...
May 13, 2025
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ALDI expands beyond retail with snow holiday packages to Charlotte Pass as well as Canada and Japan
Discount supermarket chain ALDI - which each year offers a range of winter sports clothing - has expanded its offering by launching a range of package ski and snowboard holiday...
May 13, 2025
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Western Australia secures World Trails Conference in 2026
Western Australia has secured the hosting of the World Trails Conference in 2026 bringing the prestigious biennial industry event to the southern hemisphere for the first time....
May 12, 2025
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Trustees sought to help steer Maidstone Sports Hub development
Two trustees are sought to join Te Aka o te Kupenga - Maidstone Park Trust and help steer the future development of Te Kupenga o Rongomai- Maidstone Sports Hub located in New...
May 12, 2025
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Belgravia Leisure contributes to ABC discussion on aggression in aquatic and recreation centres
The ABC 7.30 program which aired on 6th May investigating the recent increase in aggression and harassment towards staff at aquatic and recreation centres across Australia,...
May 11, 2025
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