News: Recreation
NSW Government scientists condemn state’s shark nets
NSW Government scientists have stated they could find ‘no evidence’ that shark nets decrease fatalities. Lawrence Chlebeck, marine biologist with Humane World for Animals...
Mar 29, 2025
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Glen Eira Council receives $2.5 million grant to electrify GESAC
The Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC) - one of Australia’s most popular aquatic, recreation and wellness facilities with over 4,600 visitors every day - is to be...
Mar 28, 2025
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Future Village installs floating gardens to combat urban heat in Parramatta’s CBD
Garden creator, Future Village, has installed floating gardens in Centenary and Parramatta Squares as part of a heat reduction experiment to help keep the City of Parramatta...
Mar 28, 2025
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Blacktown celebrates 50 years of cherished Mount Druitt Swimming Centre
Blacktown City Council representatives have joined with the local community to celebrate Mount Druitt Swimming Centre’s 50th anniversary. The event, held last weekend, saw...
Mar 27, 2025
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Australasian Leisure Management announces landmark partnership with Royal Life Saving Australia
Royal Life Saving Society and Australasian Leisure Management have announced a partnership that will benefit Guidelines for Safe Pool Operation (GSPO) subscribers. Confirmed...
Mar 27, 2025
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City of Newcastle welcomes recognition of Ocean Baths for historic significance
The City of Newcastle has welcomed the NSW Government's decision to list Newcastle Ocean Baths on the State Heritage Register as Council progresses with the final stage of the...
Mar 27, 2025
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GymbaROO programs building resilience in young children
Leading childhood education and movement group GymbaROO has shared how its programs help children grow resilience and mental fitness - essential capabilities for lifelong...
Mar 27, 2025
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City of Newcastle delivers vital multilingual water safety information for beachgoers
An increase in beach rescues among non-English speaking residents and visitors has prompted City of Newcastle to provide multilingual water safety information. The messaging is...
Mar 26, 2025
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Federal budget 2025/26 looks to back a more resilient economy
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers last night (Tuesday 25th March) delivered his fourth budget, laying out Government spending priorities 2025/26 - laying out five key priorities;...
Mar 25, 2025
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Regional venues feature in Brisbane 2032 infrastructure plans
Yesterday’s announcement of the Games Delivery Plan for the Brisbane Olympics and Paralympics has included plans for events to be held outside south-east Queensland with...
Mar 25, 2025
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Stadium at Victoria Park confirmed as main Brisbane 2032 Games venue
A controversial revisiting of plans to build a 63,000 capacity stadium as the main venue for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics and Paralympics has been announced today by Queensland...
Mar 25, 2025
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UniSA research shows exercise boosts brainpower at all ages
Whether it's kicking a football, an early morning jog, or a touch of Tai Chi, innovative research from the University of South Australia shows that any form of exercise can...
Mar 24, 2025
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Humane World for Animals ired by misinformation on shark net removal and swimmer safety
Humane World for Animals has spotlighted an article appearing in The Daily Telegraph this week, airing concerns over the removal of shark nets, with the conservation group...
Mar 24, 2025
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ARV reveals 2025 Regional Conference dates and Victorian Government budget submission
Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) has announced that its 2025 Regional Conference will be held at Bendigo's All Seasons Resort Hotel on 21st May. Part of a series of ARV...
Mar 24, 2025
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Penrith community invited to offer input on Allsopp and Paterson Oval playspace upgrade
Penrith City Council is inviting the community to offer feedback on the proposed upgrade of the Allsopp and Paterson Oval playspace in Cambridge Park. Penrith Mayor Todd Carney...
Mar 23, 2025
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Canberra Sport and Recreation Clubs share $3.2 million funding boost
The latest round of the ACT Government's Sport and Recreation Investment Scheme sees Canberra sport and recreation clubs sharing in over $3.2 million in funding. Four funding...
Mar 23, 2025
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City of Newcastle unveils its first purpose-built inclusive playspace at Foreshore Park
The City of Newcastle has advised that construction will begin this year on its first purpose-built inclusive playspace and waterplay area should councillors award a tender for...
Mar 23, 2025
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Darwin's popular LAUNCH Night youth series returns
The City of Darwin's popular LAUNCH Night Series is underway offering a social inclusion activity program for young people aged 12 to 17 years old. Sessions run on Saturday...
Mar 23, 2025
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AusTriathlon unveils Environmental Sustainability Plan
AusTriathlon has launched its Environmental Sustainability Plan (2025-2028), a strategic initiative reflecting its commitment to reducing environmental impact and promoting...
Mar 23, 2025
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Brisbane’s Sherwood Arboretum marks 100th anniversary on World Forestry Day 2025
With today being World Forestry Day, Brisbane Council is spotlighting the Sherwood Arboretum which turns 100-years-old today. It is Brisbane’s only arboretum and has more than...
Mar 20, 2025
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Popular Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool recognised for sustainability
Since reopening in January, Glen Eira City Council’s Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool has welcomed over 90,000 visitors - more than 2,100 people a day - to a facility that...
Mar 20, 2025
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BlueFit achieves ISO Accreditation
BlueFit has strengthened its position as an industry leader in aquatic, recreation and sport facility management by successfully achieving ISO accreditation across all its...
Mar 20, 2025
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Major revamp of Lyttelton Recreation Grounds nears completion
Christchurch City Council advises the upgrade project for Lyttelton Recreation Grounds is nearing completion. The major upgrade commenced in late 2023, and involves reorienting...
Mar 19, 2025
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Aligned Leisure contract renewed to manage Cardinia Shire Council's major recreation facilities
Cardinia Shire Council, located on Melbourne's southeastern fringe, has awarded its major recreation facilities contract to Aligned Leisure at the Council meeting on Monday 17th...
Mar 19, 2025
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